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SUMMARY:Peer Experiences and Behavioral Challenges - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the connection between peer experiences and behavioral challenges some individuals with autism may experience during adolescence. \nREGISTER:  https://www.autism.org/peers-and-behavior/ \nABOUT THE SPEAKER \nSomer Bishop\, PhD\, is an Associate Professor of Psychology in Psychiatry at the University of California San Francisco.  She is a clinical psychologist with expertise in assessment\, diagnosis\, and treatment of individuals with autism spectrum disorders.  Her research and clinical interests are focused on ASD symptom manifestations in individuals of different ages and levels of ability\, as well as on differentiating between ASD and other developmental disabilities across the lifespan.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/peer-experiences-and-behavioral-challenges-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210401T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210223T185110Z
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UID:5048-1617289200-1617296400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:A Family’s Guide to Student-Led IEPs via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Get your child involved in planning for his/her future!\nStudents who participate in their own Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings often know more about their own disability\, rights\, goals\, and accommodations.  Through this participation\, students have the opportunity to practice many skills that will help facilitate their independence\, their ability to overcome obstacles and lead more self-determined lives. \nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/a-familys-guide-to-student-led-ieps/ \nCTLE credits available.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-familys-guide-to-student-led-ieps-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210406T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210223T190241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T190241Z
UID:5050-1617730200-1617735600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar:  A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
DESCRIPTION:Please join Maryalice Fegeley\, 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 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 Medicaid Service Coordination (MSC)\, Home and Community Based Services Waiver\, and Family Support Services.  Contact Maryalice Fegeley at 716-427-5140 with any questions. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7946535983458051084 \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-10/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210407T144500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210303T204503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T204503Z
UID:5071-1617800400-1617806700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Is Guardianship the only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Come join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist as we explore:  Is Guardianship the only Option?  An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives \nLet’s face it nothing keeps parents up at night more than thinking about who will care for our child/children when we are no longer able to care for them.  This workshop will increase the knowledge of families of individuals with disabilities about the options besides legal guardianship for adults with disabilities.  If your adult child does not need full guardianship\, there are other options that we will explore in this presentation.  We will also discuss guardianship and the legal requirements. \nContact Tina Beauparlant for more details (518) 381-4350 or tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nREGISTER:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2000301235782330126
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/is-guardianship-the-only-option-an-overview-of-guardianship-and-the-many-alternatives-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210412T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210412T141500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210303T204809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T204809Z
UID:5074-1618232400-1618236900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Communicating Through Letter Writing - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Communicating Through Letter Writing. \nLetter writing can be a very effective method of communication and advocacy for parents of children with disabilities.  This training assists parents\, guardians\, grandparents how to clearly and effectively express concerns\, ideas or suggestions to the professionals involved in their child’s special education program. \nIf you have question’s\, contact: Tina Beauparlant Phone: (518) 381-4350. \nREGISTER:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4060945452656109840
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/communicating-through-letter-writing-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T141500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210303T205129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T205129Z
UID:5076-1618405200-1618409700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:How to Prepare for a Successful CSE Meeting - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:This training is to help parents\, who approach IEP meetings with fear and dread.  If this is you\, attended this training and there may be some suggestions to help you feel more at ease and able to participate as a full member of the team that plans your child’s special education program. \nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member\, or just interested in this topic\, then this training is for you! \nIf you have questions\, please contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. \nREGISTER:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/707076547148622096
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-prepare-for-a-successful-cse-meeting-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T184500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210223T190526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T190526Z
UID:5052-1618421400-1618425900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective
DESCRIPTION: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 perspective when planning for a child’s developmental evaluation.  This webinar will not be looking at specific tests or types of evaluations.  Instead\, we want to share some tips and potential suggestions that we have learned based on our own personal experiences when our children were evaluated.  We hope that this provides you with information and ideas when planning for your own child’s evaluation. Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7378354553842063629
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210415T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210303T205443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T205443Z
UID:5078-1618502400-1618507800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide & the Role the Aide Plays - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents this wonderful webinar:  Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide & the Role the Aide Plays. \nLet’s explore what the IEP team needs to considering\, supplemental aids\, services and program modifications for all students with disabilities.  A key question for the IEP team is to consider whether the student with a disability does or does not require one-to-one support to make meaningful progress toward annual goals in the IEP in the least restrictive environment (LRE). \nIf you have questions\, please call Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. \nREGISTER:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8843914494756088332
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/guidelines-for-determining-the-need-for-a-one-to-one-aide-the-role-the-aide-plays-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210321T141242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210321T141242Z
UID:5139-1618650000-1618655400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:How to Support Your Child's Vocabulary via Zoom
DESCRIPTION: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 basics of how vocabulary is efficiently learned! \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY \nemail: info@parentnetworkwny.org | call: 716.332.4170 \nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/how-to-support-your-childs-vocabulary/
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-support-your-childs-vocabulary-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210417T103000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210325T171433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T171433Z
UID:5173-1618650000-1618655400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Webinar \nLed by Sabrina Vogler\, Mindfulness Coach \nSaturday\, April 17th from 9:00AM – 10:30AM \nThe overwhelming demands of parenting takes its toll on our mood\, our energy levels\, and how we show up for our children. Sabrina Vogler from Heart in the Moment Mindfulness Coaching will offer on-the-spot mindfulness tools for crafting inner calm\, comfort\, and mental clarity when emotionally triggered. \nRegister Here: https://redcap.urmc.rochester.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=AJKFN88X4R
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/mindfulness-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T150000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210325T170356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T170356Z
UID:5171-1618927200-1618930800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:ABLEnow Information Session - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:More independence\, greater financial security and a better quality of life – that’s the future ABLEnow is building. Join ABLEnow for a free information session to discover the advantages of ABLE accounts and the national ABLEnow program. In just one hour\, we’ll cover the answers to these questions\, and more: \n• What are ABLE accounts? \n• Who is eligible? \n• How can I use the money in an ABLE account? \n• What are the features and benefits of the ABLEnow program? \n• How can I learn more and open an account? \nFor more information on ABLEnow\, please visit able-now.com. \nRegistration is open for a free information session on Tuesday\, April 20 from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. This webinar will cover the advantages of ABLE accounts and the ABLEnow program. \nREGISTER:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/2367981222887046672
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/ablenow-information-session-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210420T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210223T191237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210224T132441Z
UID:5054-1618939800-1618945200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar:  Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION: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 with special needs requires energy\, focus\, and enthusiasm to be effective in our role.  The better off we are emotionally and physically\, the better off our families will be.  Join us for this webinar on Preventing Parent Burnout and discover positive ways to cope with and effectively manage stress. \nContact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2242706164723013900
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-13/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T134500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210303T210308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T210308Z
UID:5080-1619006400-1619012700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional 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. \nThis training will take you through the NYS Special Education Regulations step by step.  Parents will learn the role they play on the CSE\, learn the chain of command regarding the CSE\, learn how to request information regarding your child’s IEP and gain an understanding how to communicate with your child’s teachers & administrators.  After this webinar\, parents will have more knowledge about the educational laws to advocate for their child/children. \nIf you have questions\, contact: Tina Beauparlant. at (518) 381-4350. \nREGISTER:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3206818431920979214
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-regulation-of-the-commissioner-of-education-part-200-students-with-disabilities-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210201T202005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T202649Z
UID:4980-1619010000-1619013600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Coping with Transitions During the Pandemic - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn coping and goal setting strategies for navigating transitions between schools\, jobs\, and  high school to adulthood during the challenges of COVID-19. \nREGISTER:  https://www.autism.org/transitions-during-pandemic/
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/coping-with-transitions-during-the-pandemic-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T131500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20201222T215028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T215028Z
UID:4840-1619092800-1619097300@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Education Records Organizer
DESCRIPTION:Please join Dodie Daniels\, 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 records and organize them into a record-keeping binder. This workshop will assist in being more organized in planning a child’s education\, and in the CPSE/CSE process. \nContact Tina Beauparlant with questions at 518-381-4350. \nWebinar registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6143075230048761611
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-records-organizer-11/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210422T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210325T172041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T172041Z
UID:5177-1619107200-1619110800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Mindfulness Course - Virtual Three Week Class
DESCRIPTION:Mindfulness Course \nTaught by Kaylin McCarthy of Mindful Tradition \nVirtual 4PM – 5PM on Thursdays April 22\, 29th and May 6th  \nThis FREE course is designed for elementary-aged (grades 1-6) children of all abilities and their caregivers.  They will share tools for de escalation during times of stress and strategies for how to help avoid similar situations in the future.  Each class will include exercises with instruction\, the opportunity to practice exercises\, space for questions and answers\, and digital handouts. \n\nWeek 1: Creating safe environments with a focus on breath work and taking space.\nWeek 2: Learning to identify stressors and finding a mindful meditation practice.\nWeek 3: Setting up for success: practicing proactive tools to use before entering stressful situations.\n\n  \nRegister Here: https://redcap.urmc.rochester.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=CL7AF4MLJN
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/mindfulness-course-virtual-three-week-class/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210428T181500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210321T150035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210321T150700Z
UID:5150-1619629200-1619633700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What are Effective Advocacy Skills- webinar
DESCRIPTION: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 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 communicating 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. \nIf you have questions\, please contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. \nREGISTER:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6021988212469386766
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-are-effective-advocacy-skills-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210201T202325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210201T202325Z
UID:4983-1620219600-1620223200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Neurodiversity in Education and Employment - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn strategies developed at the Stanford Neurodiversity Project for raising awareness of neurodiversity through education\, service\, research and advocacy. \nREGISTER:  https://www.autism.org/neurodiversity-education-employment/
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/neurodiversity-in-education-and-employment-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210506T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210427T225305Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T231245Z
UID:5276-1620324000-1620327600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Toilet Training and Other Difficult Topics via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Buffalo SEPAC and Comprehensive Behavioral Supports (CBS) Presents:  Toilet Training and Other Difficult Topics featuring Tobey Lass\, M.Ed\, BCBA\, LBA-NY via Zoom webinar on May 6\, 2021 at 6:00 p.m. \nCBS is looking forward to servicing families in the Buffalo area. \nSign up for SEPAC Parent Workshop 5/6/2021 (google.com) \n  \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/toilet-training-and-other-difficult-topics-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210512T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20201222T222139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T222139Z
UID:4842-1620820800-1620826200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
DESCRIPTION: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 by prenatal alcohol exposure may be the reasons individuals with FASD fail in school\, treatment\, in the workforce\, and with relationships\, can help us to form strategies that may work and help the individual have a successful\, happy life. \nThis webinar will give a brief overview of FASD\, identify some of the challenges of raising an individual with FASD over the lifespan and look at strategies that could be useful when living or working with them. \nContact Tina Beauparlant with questions at 518-381-4350. \nWebinar registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/236813225960998157
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-living-with-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorders-fasd-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210518T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210321T151053Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210321T151053Z
UID:5156-1621339200-1621344600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar:  Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Program Manager / Education Specialist 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 with special needs requires energy\, focus\, and enthusiasm to be effective in our role.  The better off we are emotionally and physically\, the better off our families will be.  Join us for this webinar on Preventing Parent Burnout and discover positive ways to cope with and effectively manage stress. \nContact Maryalice Fegeley at 716-427-5140 with any questions. \nREGISTER:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7621601710198411532 \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-14/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210519T140000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210503T225533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T225533Z
UID:5303-1621429200-1621432800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Research Updates on Maternal Autoantibodies and ASD - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to hear Judy Van de Water\, Ph.D. describe recent research using machine learning to identify several patterns of maternal autoantibodies highly associated with the diagnosis and severity of autism.\n\n\n\nFree certificates of participation are available upon successful completion of a brief knowledge quiz after the webinar. The quiz will be added to this page once the event has concluded.  \n\n\nAbout the speaker:\n\n\n\nDr. Van de Water joined the faculty in the Department of Internal Medicine at the University of California\, Davis in 1999. In 2000\, she also joined the faculty of the newly formed UC Davis M.I.N.D. Institute when she began her research on the immunobiology of autism. Dr. Van de Water’s laboratory pursues research programs pertaining to autoimmune and clinical immune-based disorders including the biological aspects of autism spectrum disorders. The application of Dr. Van de Water’s immunopathology background has been instrumental in the dissection of the immune anomalies noted in some individuals with autism\, and in the differentiation of various autism behavioral phenotypes at a biological level. Most notable of these is the investigation of the maternal immune system as it relates to autism spectrum disorders\, with particular emphasis on the presence of highly specific maternal autoantibodies to fetal brain proteins. Dr. Van de Water’s seminal work in this area has led to a highly specific biomarker of autism risk as well as three patents leading to the commercialization of this technology. Dr. Van de Water is currently the Director of the NIEHS funded Center for Children’s Environmental Health at UC Davis\, investigating potential environmental risk factors contributing to the incidence and severity of childhood autism.\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister:  https://www.autism.org/maternal-antibodies-asd/
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/research-updates-on-maternal-autoantibodies-and-asd-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210520T184500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20201222T222420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T222420Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Education Records Organizer
DESCRIPTION:Please join Dodie Daniels\, 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 records and organize them into a record-keeping binder. This workshop will assist in being more organized in planning a child’s education\, and in the CPSE/CSE process. \nContact Tina Beauparlant with questions at 518-381-4350. \nWebinar registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/691330442163326219
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-records-organizer-12/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210526T184500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20201222T224241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T224241Z
UID:4846-1622050200-1622054700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Loss\, Grief\, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:Please join Dianne O’Connor\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar Loss\, Grief\, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs. Powerful 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. \nContact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nWebinar registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5635425214034836236
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-loss-grief-and-adjustment-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T131500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210503T215928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T215928Z
UID:5284-1622116800-1622121300@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: NYS Autism Insurance Reform
DESCRIPTION: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 Applied Behavioral Analysis\, are still being worked on within the NYS government. This webinar will address the overall legislation\, who it assists\, and how\, and will also give an update on the current status of the ABA portion of the legislation. \nContact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 or email tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org with any questions. \nClick here to register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4245402825954637069 \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-nys-autism-insurance-reform-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210527T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210321T145003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210321T145003Z
UID:5147-1622138400-1622145600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Speak-Up! Skills for Effective Advocacy & How to Prepare for Meetings via Zoom
DESCRIPTION: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 be a powerful advocate (someone who speaks up). \nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/speak-up-skills-for-effective-advocacy-how-to-prepare-for-meetings-2/ \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/speak-up-skills-for-effective-advocacy-how-to-prepare-for-meetings-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210601T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210601T191500
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210503T220211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210503T220211Z
UID:5286-1622570400-1622574900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Education for Empowerment: School and Teens in Healthcare Transition
DESCRIPTION:Parent to Parent of NYS presents the webinar: Education for Empowerment: School and Teens in Healthcare Transition presented by Lin Perry\, Project Director for Family to Family Healthcare Information Center. As our youth with ID/DD or special healthcare needs transition from pediatric to adult healthcare systems\, self-advocates and parents alike need to understand the importance of transitioning their healthcare effectively. While many people engage in transition planning for their education to adult systems\, sadly healthcare\, isn’t often included in those plans. And yet\, good health is the most fundamental and foundational aspect of any person’s success. \nIn this webinar participants will learn what research says\, what issues to consider\, the importance of transitioning healthcare and some effective means to begin a plan to transition for the caregiver/parent or for the child. The focus is on being a good parent partner with health professionals\, and using some tools to begin the conversations and plan for and insure success. \nContact Maryalice Fegeley\, email mfegeley@ptopnys.org with any questions. \nClick here to register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5217830700770560014
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-for-empowerment-school-and-teens-in-healthcare-transition-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T190000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210416T230847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T230847Z
UID:5232-1622655000-1622660400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar:  A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
DESCRIPTION: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 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. \nContact Tina Beauparlant at 516-381-4350 with any questions. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2960698252726528268
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-12/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210427T151836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210427T151836Z
UID:5269-1622732400-1622739600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:A Family’s Guide to Student-Led IEPs via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Get your child involved in planning for his/her future! \nStudents who participate in their own Individualized Education Plan (IEP) meetings often know more about their own disability\, rights\, goals\, and accommodations. Through this participation\, students have the opportunity to practice many skills that will help facilitate their independence\, their ability to overcome obstacles and lead more self-determined lives. \nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/a-familys-guide-to-student-led-ieps-2/ \nemail: info@parentnetworkwny.org | call: 716.332.4170
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-familys-guide-to-student-led-ieps-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Parent%20Network%20WNY":MAILTO:info@parentnetworkwny.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210608T200000
DTSTAMP:20260417T084618
CREATED:20210416T231230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T231230Z
UID:5235-1623177000-1623182400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Is Guardianship the only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Come join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist as we explore: \nIs Guardianship the only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives \nLet’s face it nothing keeps parents up at night more than thinking about who will care for our child/children when we are no longer able to care for them. \nThis workshop will increase the knowledge of families of individuals with disabilities about the options besides legal guardianship for adults with disabilities. \nIf your adult child does not need full guardianship\, there are other options that we will explore in this presentation. \nWe will also discuss guardianship and the legal requirements. \nContact Tina Beauparlant for more details (518) 381-4350 or tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org \nRegister: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6379900140795990796
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/is-guardianship-the-only-option-an-overview-of-guardianship-and-the-many-alternatives-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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