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SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - English
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions 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. \nFriday\, September 1\, 2023 at 9:00 am (English)\nRegistration link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r852a3cf80f82360fbdf03481e3aee87c\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Richard Labonte at 585-241-5842 or Richard.S.Labonte@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-english-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T180000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
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SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - Spanish
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions 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. \nTuesday\, September 5\, 2023 at 4:00 pm (Spanish)\nRegistration link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r27b9bf0659c5e42a825506084b55cbf5\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Clara Fournier at 718-430-0761 or clara.fournier@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-spanish/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230824T160236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T160236Z
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SUMMARY:What Is A NY ABLE Account? via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The NY ABLE Program is a tax-advantaged savings program for individuals with disabilities and their families to save for their current or long-term needs while maintaining their ability to benefit from federal programs such as SSI\, SSDI and Medicaid. \nThis program offers multiple investment options including a checking account and debit card option allowing individuals with disabilities to maintain their independence and have quick and easy access to their own money. \nPRESENTER\nJenna McClosky\, Outreach Coordinator NY ABLE & 529 College Savings Program\, Office of the State Comptroller \nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-a-ny-able-account-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230825T155419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T155556Z
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SUMMARY:Examining the Transition to Adulthood in Autism: Challenges and Opportunities in the Aim of Thriving - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Results from a study that focused on transition to adulthood in Autism will be presented\, including considerations for advancing service access and navigation\, employment support\, and post-secondary education access for Autistic adults. Recent findings addressing post-pandemic capacity-building in these areas will be offered. \n\n\n\nThis is a joint presentation by ARI and the World Autism Organization. \nPresented by: \nDavid Nicholas\, PhD is a Professor and Associate Dean\, Research and Partnerships in the Faculty of Social Work at the University of Calgary. He has been engaged in the Autism community for many years and has been involved in multiple studies and capacity building initiatives addressing transition\, employment and post-secondary education. His research addresses quality of life\, disability rights and pathways to thriving for Autistic youth and adults. His work has been presented worldwide\, with over 200 peer reviewed publications. Dr. Nicholas has received numerous awards for scholarship impact and teaching excellence\, and he is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/examining-the-transition-to-adulthood-in-autism-challenges-and-opportunities-in-the-aim-of-thriving-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230729T232929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T232929Z
UID:8103-1694606400-1694613600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - English
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions 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. \nWednesday\, September 13\, 2023 at 12:00 pm (English)\nRegistration link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/ra69402500a29a91bbb6ff7391470e332\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Shannon Alford 315-793-9600 ext. 614 or Shannon.m.alford@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-english-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230320T172251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T174103Z
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SUMMARY:Screen Time and Social Engagement - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn about emerging research on the impact of screen time on social engagement of autistic children during early childhood development. \n\nThe speaker: \nDr. Karen Heffler\, MD is an Associate Professor of Psychiatry in the Drexel University College of Medicine. She has over 35 years of experience in the medical field.  Her research interests include investigating how early screen media exposure may impact developmental delays\, including autism. \nREGISTER here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/screen-time-and-social-engagement-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230824T160722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T160722Z
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SUMMARY:What is an Individualized Education Program for Families of Preschool Student via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) process\, your role in the process\, and identify the different components of the Individualized Education Program (IEP). \nDiscuss how to develop relationships and practices that build home-school collaboration and support your child. \nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-an-individualized-education-program-for-families-of-preschool-student-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230320T180226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T181005Z
UID:7634-1694691000-1694696400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Sharon Linne\, Regional Coordinator\, as she presents on A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD.\nThe purpose of this training is to introduce families to the language of service delivery systems and to define and clarify information about services and supports. Participants will gain an increased awareness and understanding of eligibility criteria and the eligibility determination process. The training includes an overview of Home and Community Based Services Waiver\, and Family Support Services. \nREGISTER here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/7634/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230918T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230726T174111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T174111Z
UID:8058-1695063600-1695067200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Loss\, Grief\, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Dodie Daniels\, Regional Coordinator\, as she presents on Loss\,Grief and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs.\nPowerful and intense feelings are natural and common responses to parenting a child with exceptional needs. This training will provide an overview of common emotions experienced by parents and discuss how by sharing and acknowledging these emotions parents can find the inner strength needed to face and embrace their role as a parent of a child with special needs. \n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/loss-grief-and-adjustment-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-webinar-8/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T131500
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230824T195916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T195916Z
UID:8167-1695124800-1695129300@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant for this training on What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education. Not everyone starts out by being a good advocate. Many parents\, guardians and grandparents have faced challenges in getting their child’s education needs met. Parents\, guardians\, grandparents\, must learn the skills they need to become good advocates for their children. Participants will learn that communicate effectively with teachers and other school personnel is one of the best ways to ensure that your child’s school is creating a good learning environment for your child\, and to ensure that your child’s school is providing your child with the services or programs that he or she needs to succeed in school. If you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-does-advocacy-mean-in-special-education-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230516T205429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T205429Z
UID:7875-1695146400-1695153600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:How To Protect My Child’s Future Through Guardianship\, Wills & Trusts via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:How to Protect My Child’s Future Through Guardianship\, Wills & Trusts \nPlanning for the future is especially important when you have a child with a disability. This workshop provides parents or caregivers with an overview of things to think about: guardianship\, wills\, and trusts. \nThe workshop will help you to understand your options as you begin to think about plans for your special needs child. \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-protect-my-childs-future-through-guardianship-wills-trusts-via-zoom-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230825T160213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T160213Z
UID:8211-1695214800-1695218400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Social Media Use and Autism – Teens and Adults - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn research updates on the impact of social media use on teens and adults with autism. \nThe speaker: \nDr. Wisniewski is an Associate Professor in Human-Computer Interaction and a Flowers Faculty Fellow in Engineering. Her work lies at the intersection of Social Computing and Privacy. She is an expert in the interplay between social media\, privacy\, and online safety for adolescents. She has authored over 100 peer-reviewed publications and won multiple best papers (top 1%) and best paper honorable mentions (top 5%) at ACM SIGCHI conferences. She has been awarded $4.72 million in external grant funding\, including the NSF CAREER Award\, and her research has been featured by popular news media outlets\, including ABC News\, NPR\, Psychology Today\, and U.S. News and World Report. She is an ACM Senior Member and the first and only computer scientist to be selected as a William T. Grant Scholar. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/social-media-use-and-autism-teens-and-adults-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T190000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230824T161520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T161520Z
UID:8150-1695232800-1695236400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Special Education101: A Parent Member - Please note that this is a 2-part training.
DESCRIPTION:Please note that this is a 2-part training! \nPart 1 must be completed online in order to receive the zoom link for this session. \nPart 1:  Online videos& activities – Complete at least 1 day prior to Live Zoom Session.\nPart 2:  Wednesday\, September 20th from 6 pm – 7 pm Live Zoom Session \nLearn about the Special Education Process and the Individualized Education Program! \n\nGain understanding about procedures\, NYS regulations\, and strategies to promote a parent’s understanding and participation in an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting.\nThis course is required to receive a Parent Member Certificate to support a parent of a child with a disability in an IEP meeting.\n\n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nRegister here for this free event.\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/special-education101-a-parent-member-please-note-that-this-is-a-2-part-training/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230920T194500
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230824T200411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T200411Z
UID:8169-1695234600-1695239100@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Key Ingredients for the Start of a Successful School Year!
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents Key Ingredients For the Start of a Successful School Year!\nMoving from one school year to the next can be challenging for families and school team members. Join us for a FREE online class to learn strategies to help promote a seamless transition and lay the groundwork for a positive start to the new school year. We’ll help you prioritize the information to share with your child’s team and how to encourage a positive start to the school year. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/key-ingredients-for-the-start-of-a-successful-school-year-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230729T233316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T233316Z
UID:8105-1695301200-1695308400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - English
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions 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. \nThursday\, September 21\, 2023 at 1:00 pm (English)\nRegistration link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r862b8ca919450f526d3f3e72f26bdfc1\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Kelli Smith at 845- 695-7344 or Kelli.L.Smith@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-english-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230729T233655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T233655Z
UID:8107-1695722400-1695729600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - English
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions 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. \nTuesday\, September 26\, 2023 at 10:00 am (English)\nRegistration link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r973f967a72ff67f10442968bb5e91df1\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Erin Caglioti at 631-416-3943 or erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-english-8/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230421T183714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T184201Z
UID:7786-1695819600-1695823200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Targeting Brain Plasticity in Autism Using a Reading Intervention - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn  about research on biomarkers and autism as well as an intervention that affects brain plasticity. \nThe speaker: \nDr. Rajesh Kana has several years of experience in research in the field of autism spectrum disorders. After earning PhD from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT)\, Delhi\, India\, he completed his postdoctoral training at Carnegie Mellon University. In 2001 he was awarded the William Fulbright pre-doctoral research fellow to do research at University of California Los Angeles. He joined the University of Alabama (UAB) in 2007. \nDr. Kana is the director of the Cognition\, Brain and Autism Laboratory at UAB\, and the co-director of the UAB Undergraduate Neuroscience Program.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/targeting-brain-plasticity-in-autism-using-a-reading-intervention-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230927T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T182152
CREATED:20230921T171417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T171417Z
UID:8238-1695837600-1695843000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Specially Designed Instruction: A Guide for Families and Caregivers - Via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:WHAT IS SPECIALLY DESIGNED INSTRUCTION (SDI)? \n\nLearn how teachers use SDI to meet the needs of your child with disabilities in the classroom\nExamine what SDI looks like in the IEP\nUnderstand your value as an engaged meaningful partner in the special education process of your child.\n\n\nREGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT!\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/specially-designed-instruction-a-guide-for-families-and-caregivers-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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