Are you a parent of a child with disabilities or suspect they have a disability? Do you want to ~feel less overwhelmed? ~feel a sense of belonging? Get the support you need from Parent Network of WNY, Empower and other … Continued
Tune in to learn about emerging research on the role of auditory processing in autism spectrum disorders. About the speaker: Sophie Schwartz, PhD is a postdoctoral research fellow and project manager for the Predicting and Optimizing Language Outcomes research program … Continued
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Health Care Notebook overview. Participants will learn how a Health Care Notebook can assist in organizing medical … Continued
"Everyone has their own likes and dislikes, hobbies and favorite activities. Having a choice is what Self-Direction is all about. You will get to pick your own activities, staff and schedule when you self-direct. "Self-Direction may be right for you … Continued
Want to feel less overwhelmed? Want to feel a sense of belonging? This is the Place for You! No Judgements! No Fee! Every 1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month 6:30-7:30PM Join Zoom Meeting. Meeting ID: 826 7966 0440 Password: … Continued
This presentation will introduce families to the process of Early Intervention. It will also address common questions and concerns families have when considering making a referral. We will make the process less intimidating by addressing it from a family perspective, … Continued
Is your child going from preschool to school age special education? During this training, guardians and family members will learn about the timeline, vocabulary and process for the transition from Committee on Preschool Education (CPSE) to School Age Committee on … Continued
The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD Albany) are offering three live stream seminars that are directed towards school professionals, community professionals, and parents, who live or work with individuals on the autism spectrum. These sessions will not be … Continued
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Program Manager / Education Specialist, for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities. This training will take you … Continued
The OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions will outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. Families/Individuals are welcome to attend … Continued
Please join Dianne O'Connor, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents the webinar Living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Children prenatally exposed to alcohol become adults with FASD. Understanding that the permanent brain damage caused … Continued
Charla con Nosotros! ¡Únase a nosotros para obtener respuestas a sus preguntas e inquietudes! Responderemos sus preguntas sobre... • Transiciones • Educación Especial y Discapacidades • Manejo de tiempo en el Hogar • Trabajo Escolar • Comportamiento • Tecnología • … Continued
Regional Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders at SUNY Old Westbury presents: Strategies to Help with Eating Challenges in Children with Autism presented by Jennifer Friedman, MS, RD. Jennifer Friedman is a registered dietician specializing in extreme picky eating. Know for … Continued
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on What are Effective Advocacy Skills. Not everyone starts out by being a good advocate. Many parents, guardians and grandparents have faced challenges in … Continued
BUFFALO PARENT & CAREGIVER CHAT SESSIONS Join us at our weekly chat sessions to discuss your questions & concerns. Buffalo Families! We are here to answer your questions and concerns on a wide range of topics including ... • Transitions … Continued
Please join Maryalice Fegeley, Regional Coordinator for Parent-2-Parent of NYS as she presents the webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit. This webinar provides an overview of the parent's … Continued
Parent to Parent of NYS, is pleased to offer this webinar on Transitioning from High School to the Adult World after Graduation. Please join Tina Beauparlant, Parent to Parent of NYS, Regional Program Manager/ Education Specialist for this wonderful webinar. … Continued
PURPOSE: Provide a welcoming environment for parents, family members and other caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support. DATE Tuesday, February 16, 2021 Tuesday, March 16, 2021 TIME: 5:30 –7:00 PM “NEW … Continued
Parent to Parent of NYS presents the webinar: NYS Autism Insurance Reform presented by Lin Perry, Project Director for Family to Family Healthcare Information Center. Autism Insurance Reform legislation became effective in 2013, however aspects of the bill, related to … Continued
PURPOSE: Provide a welcoming environment for parents and other caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorders to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support. Practicing social distancing but still need to talk? Kathy Doody and Jana Mertz are inviting … Continued
"Everyone has their own likes and dislikes, hobbies and favorite activities. Having a choice is what Self-Direction is all about. You will get to pick your own activities, staff and schedule when you self-direct. "Self-Direction may be right for you … Continued
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager / Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS as they present this wonderful webinar. One of the important lessons we’ve all learned from COVID-19 is the importance of having effective meaningful communication between parents, … Continued
Want to feel less overwhelmed? Want to feel a sense of belonging? This is the Place for You! No Judgements! No Fee! Every 1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month 6:30-7:30PM Join Zoom Meeting. Meeting ID: 826 7966 0440 Password: … Continued
Please join Trish Washburn, Education Specialist, for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on What is Section 504? This training will introduce you to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This training is designed … Continued
Come join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager / Education Specialist as we explore Is Guardianship the only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives. The primary purpose of this training is to increase the knowledge of families of individuals … Continued
Come join us as local agency providers share their programs and what a day could look like for participants. Learn how programs like DayHab without walls, Supported Employment, Pre-Vocational, Respite, and Recreational Programs are being provided as we are under … Continued
This workshop is for parents, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities who participate in various meetings with professionals throughout a school year. The class will provide you with tips on how to be prepared and organized. You will learn how to … Continued
Tune in to learn about research exploring the role enteric neurotransmitters, specifically serotonin and oxytocin, play in enteric nervous system (ENS) development and how, when signaling of either of these neurotransmitters is abnormal, it can result in intestinal inflammation and/or … Continued
Please join Trish Washburn, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Education Records Organizer. This workshop is where parents, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504 and special education services take their educational … Continued
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager, Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Communicating Through Letter Writing. Letter writing can be a very effective method of communication and advocacy for parents of children with … Continued
Please join Maryalice Fegeley, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs. Extraordinary parenting responsibilities create extraordinary pressures on parents. At the same time, parenting a child … Continued
Are you having trouble supporting your child with remote learning or assignments? Learn how your child is taught vocabulary so you can support them at home with remote learning or simply with assignments. This session will provide families with the … Continued
This workshop is designed to help parents or caregivers of children about to enter high school. Hear about changes that will take place along the way. Learn how to help your student identify his or her interests, strengths, and needs … Continued
The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD Albany) are offering three live stream seminars that are directed towards school professionals, community professionals, and parents, who live or work with individuals on the autism spectrum. These sessions will not be … Continued
The OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions will outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. Families/Individuals are welcome to attend … Continued
State and Federal representatives will attend to learn from families and self-advocates about the struggles of COVID, essential services and the workforce that we rely on, and the importance of fairly and fully funding OPWDD services in the NYS budget. … Continued
Please join Dianne O'Connor, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD. The purpose of this training is to introduce families to the … Continued
Are you a parent of a child with disabilities or suspect they have a disability? Do you want to ~feel less overwhelmed? ~feel a sense of belonging? Get the support you need from Parent Network of WNY, Empower and other … Continued
Hippotherapy is a form of physical, occupational and speech therapy in which a therapist uses the characteristic movements of a horse to provide carefully graded motor and sensory input. Learn about strategies therapists utilize while supporting individuals diagnosed with ASD. … Continued
"Everyone has their own likes and dislikes, hobbies and favorite activities. Having a choice is what Self-Direction is all about. You will get to pick your own activities, staff and schedule when you self-direct. "Self-Direction may be right for you … Continued
Is your child going from preschool to school age special education? During this training, guardians and family members will learn about the timeline, vocabulary and process for the transition from Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) to School Age Committee … Continued
Want to feel less overwhelmed? Want to feel a sense of belonging? This is the Place for You! No Judgements! No Fee! Every 1st & 3rd Thursday of the Month 6:30-7:30PM Join Zoom Meeting. Meeting ID: 826 7966 0440 Password: … Continued
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