Webinar: Clinical Approaches for Gluten-/Casein-Free Diets
2022-01-26 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Tune in to hear nutritionist Kelly Barnhill, MBA, CN, CCN, describe clinical approaches for implementing a gluten-/casein-free diet.
About the Speaker
Kelly Barnhill, MBA, CN, CCN, is the Director of the Nutrition Clinic at The Johnson Center for Child Health and Development. She is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist, with over a decade of experience working with nutrition in children with autism and related disorders. At the Johnson Center she directs a team of dieticians and nutritionists that has served over 3000 children through this practice. In addition to her clinical practice, Kelly also serves as the Johnson Center Clinical Care Director, overseeing management and implementation of multidisciplinary care across the practices within the organization. In 2008, Kelly accepted the position of Nutrition Coordinator for the Autism Research Institute. In this role, she designs and manages curriculum and training for hundreds of nutrition practitioners each year, as well as providing direct training for thousands of parents. Kelly is a sought-after presenter, speaking at several national and international conferences each year. Her studies and work at JCCHD are the culmination of many years’ effort and expertise, with the last several years devoted to understanding the biological underpinnings of the disorder we know as autism. Her work has raised awareness of the need for these services for children with autism and related disorders. Kelly is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin.
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ADHD & Symptom Tests ON-DEMAND WEBINARS Live Webinar on January 26: Nail Biting! Skin Picking! Hair Pulling! Understanding Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors with ADHD
2022-01-26 13:00 - 14:30
A common (but rarely discussed) comorbid diagnosis related to ADHD is body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB), with symptoms ranging from nail biting to hair pulling to cheek biting that children and adults can’t control.
These behaviors are often chronic, and individuals with BFRBs report feeling pleasure and/or pain from these habits. Although many people with BFRBs want to stop these behaviors, they feel compelled to perform them. Many sufferers are not even aware that they are biting their nails or picking their skin.
The first step is accepting awareness and a diagnosis. The second step is researching the wide range of treatment strategies used to break the impulse to pick, pull, or bite. Recovery is possible.
In this webinar, you’ll learn about

the symptoms of various BFRBs
the causes of BFRBs in those with ADHD
the physical and emotional consequences of BFRBs
treatment recommendations for BFRBs in individuals with ADHD

Meet the Expert Speaker:
Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Instructor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School. He maintains a private psychotherapy practice in Lexington, Massachusetts, where he specializes in the treatment of ADHD, executive functioning issues, and issues that face students with learning differences. He also specializes in the treatment of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and in the treatment of eating disorders in boys and men. He is co-author of The Adonis Complex, a book which details the various manifestations of body image problems in men. He is a member of the International OCD Foundation, International Dyslexia Association, Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association and the American Association of Suicidology.
Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.
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Not available January 26? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.

Zoom- How to Prepare for a Successful CSE Meeting
2022-01-26 18:00 - 19:15
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents this wonderful presentation.
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.
If you are a Parent, Grandparent, Family Member, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you!
Questions: Tina Beauparlant- tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqduivqTssHdVPZSCo5TYvDynQnzc8kfC_

Front Door Information Session via WebEx
2022-01-27 10:00 - 12:00
ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The 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. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
Registration for a session is required.

To register, click here:
https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e2e963ad55b27777568fb009062fd982b
If you need assistance, please contact Erin Caglioti (631) 416-3943 erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov

All Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD website: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door

Webinar-Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
2022-01-27 11:00 - 12:00
Please join Maryalice Fegeley, Regional Manager/ Regional Coordinator, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Preventing Parent Burnout and discover positive ways to cope with and effectively manage stress.
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.
Questions: Tina Beauparlant- tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org Phone: (518) 381-4350
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8168144759152712205

Quick Tips to Address Challenging Behaviors in Children with Autism
2022-01-27 19:00 - 20:15
Inspired by a sister with autism, another sister who teaches students with autism, and an aunt who worked with students with special needs, Dr. Reeve has worked in the autism field for more than 20 years. From running Autism Classroom Resources blog and podcast to creating teacher resources, Christine’s driving goal has always been about bringing special educators together and helping them serve their students in the best ways they can. After working for 13 years in higher education as a consultant and academic coordinator, she is now the founder and director of Reeve Autism Consulting and Autism Classroom Resources. She has also co-authored several books and serves as adjunct faculty at Nova Southeastern University.
Dr. Reeve’s webinar is open to all and will cover tips for teachers/staff and families to help address challenging behavior in children with autism.
RCASD at Old Westbury Presents: Quick Tips to Address Challenging Behaviors in Children with Autism.
January 27th
7:00pm – 8:15pm EST
Free Virtual Event
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Transition for Families via Zoom
2022-02-01 19:00 - 20:30
Is your high schooler with disabilities getting ready to transition to adulthood?
Learn how to:

Assess the teen’s strengths, interests and needs
Establish measurable goals for the future
Identify appropriate transition services and coordinated activities
Work with the Committee on Special Education (CSE) to get your teenager ready for adulthood

REGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!
Register: https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/transition-for-families-3/
Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
Call: 716-332-4170

Webinar: Optimizing Preconception Health Through Nutrition
2022-02-02 12:00 - 13:00
Are you or somebody you know thinking of having a child? Do you have questions about precautions to consider from a nutritional perspective? Learn steps for optimizing preconception health through good nutrition.
About the Speaker
Vicki Kobliner is a Registered Dietitian/Nutritionist with over 20 years of expertise applying a Functional Nutrition approach to the care of children and adults. She utilized her wealth of experience with both traditional and integrative modalities, incorporating the power of food, herbs and targeted nutrition support for both prevention of and healing from both acute and chronic illnesses. Vicki sees pediatric patients and their families, and has extensive experience in addressing a wide variety of childhood illnesses.
Vicki is a contributing author to two books: A Compromised Generation: The Epidemic of Chronic Illness in Americas Children, and Essential Remedies for Women’s Health. Vicki sits on the professional advisory board of the Neurological Health Foundation, and Epidemic Answers and was a member of the Connecticut PANDAS/PANS Legislative Advisory Council. She has lectured nationally and internationally about the role of nutrition in chronic disease and speaks frequently for the Autism Research Institute. She is on faculty at the Medical Academy of Pediatric Special Needs.
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Front Door Information Session via WebEx
2022-02-02 17:00 - 19:00
ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The 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. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
Registration for a session is required.

To register, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ec6819a41733aed011b4765cdb5b6e815 If you need assistance, please contact Jeffrey Roberts 585-241-5797 Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov

All Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD website: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door

Live Webinar on February 3: ISO ADHD Specialists: How to Find the Best Professional to Diagnose and Treat Your Symptoms
2022-02-03 13:00 - 14:30
The top two reasons why people stop taking their ADHD medication:

they don’t feel listened to by their doctor
they disagree over the best way to treat the condition

Finding a qualified professional to diagnose and manage symptoms of ADHD is a complex — and vitally important — process. Who is qualified to diagnose the condition? Who can prescribe ADHD medication? Who can’t? Getting answers is tough. Forging a productive relationship with a qualified professional who “gets” ADHD maybe even tougher.

You may never find the “perfect” fit with a diagnostician or prescriber, but there are strategies you can follow for working productively with your chosen professional. In this webinar, Laurie Dupar, trained Psychiatric Mental Health Practitioner and founder of the International ADHD Coach Training Center, will share her plan for weeding out and working with professionals to ensure effective treatment of ADHD.
You will learn to:

Search for and find the right professional to diagnose ADHD
Determine if your practitioner is a qualified ADHD expert
Discern who can prescribe medications for ADHD
Identify professionals who are qualified to coach or provide therapy for ADHD
Work effectively with a practitioner through telemedicine

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Meet the Expert Speaker:
Laurie Dupar is a trained Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with more than 20 years of experience as a credentialed ADHD Life Coach™. In 2015 she founded the International ADHD Coach Training Center (iACTcenter.com), an International Coaching Federation-approved coach training program. Using live virtual training technology, her students worldwide benefit from her unparalleled expertise in the neuroscience and behavior management of ADHD.
Laurie’s goal of increasing awareness of ADHD and to reduce its stigma led her to create the #1 Amazon bestseller series, the ADHD Awareness Book Project, whose titles include 365 Ways to Succeed with ADHD, Inspirational Ways to Succeed with ADHD, and Wacky Ways to Succeed with ADHD. She is a sought-after speaker and presenter on topics of ADHD, coaching, and entrepreneurship.
Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.

New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) Information for Families of Students with Disabilities via Zoom
2022-02-05 10:00 - 11:00
NYSAA measures the attainment of the State’s learning standards in the areas of English language arts (ELA), mathematics, and science for all students with the most severe disabilities in Grades 3-8 and high school.
In this workshop you will learn more about:

State assessment options
What the test entails
How it will affect a student’s post-secondary planning
Eligibility and decision-making process
Graduation/student exit options

REGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!
Register: https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nyssa-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities/
email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
call: 716.332.4170

Webinar- A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
2022-02-07 18:00 - 19:30
Please join Parent to Parent of NYS, Maryalice Fegeley, Regional Coordinator, as she presents on 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.
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/945424288990518288
If you have questions, contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org

Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - Webinar
2022-02-08 13:00 - 14:30
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager / Education Specialist, 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 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.
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6605106515437410573
If you have questions, contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org

Front Door Information Session via WebEx
2022-02-08 16:00 - 18:00
ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The 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. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
Registration for a session is required.

To register, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ee7c67e5271d53427ba1b572e5ec37af6 If you need assistance, please contact Angelina Gogola at 315-793-9600 ext 621 or angelina.m.gogola@opwdd.ny.gov

All Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD website: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door

Let’s Take a Crash Course on understand how to read an IEP! - webinar
2022-02-09 18:00 - 19:30
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents this wonderful webinar.
The IEP, Individualized Education Program, is a written document that’s developed for each public school child who is eligible for special education. The IEP is created through a team effort and reviewed at least once a year. This training will teach you how to read the IEP so you can understand what should be in the IEP.
Zoom Online registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlc–pqz0sHdfBuOp_LH2QLQXRn7bt8Jk2
Contact: Tina Beauparlant- Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org

Live Webinar: Bonding Activities: Effective, Practical Relationship-Building Ideas for ADHD Families
2022-02-10 13:00 - 14:15
Register below for this free expert webinar to get relationship-building ideas for your teen with ADHD on Thursday, February 10, at 1 pm ET.
Sign up and you will receive the free webinar replay link after 2/10 as well!

ADHD Expert: Norrine Russell, Ph.D. Verified Updated on December 6, 2021

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Not available February 10? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.
Do you ever feel like your relationship with your child or teen revolves around their ADHD — and not who they are as a person? That all your time is spent talking about school and chores and what’s NOT done? ADHD can sometimes obscure your child’s true self and prevent joyful connections.
Here, learn how and why the three core symptoms of ADHD — dysregulated attention/focus, impulsivity, and hyperactivity — get in the way building a relationship with your child. For each of the three core facets of ADHD, learn how to identify when and how symptoms are affecting the parent-child relationship — and how to overcome those challenges with relationship-building strategies.
Get conversation starters and sample language for each parenting stage — childhood, middle school, and high school — plus strategies to build connections, ideas for one-on-one activities they’ll love, and advice for better listening and asking questions to build connection will all be included.
Finally, learn how to use games in fun, engaging ways to build connection — this includes board games, conversation games, cooperative games, art/craft activities, and outdoor games. Get a list of lesser-known but highly enjoyable games and activities, plus learn how to prepare for game nights and make the experience successful.
In this webinar, you will learn:

How to work with, not against, the core symptoms of ADHD to form a deeper connection with your child or teen
Specific techniques, phrases, and responses for deepening conversations with your child or teen
Ways to use child- or teen-led time to form a stronger bond
Activities for one-on-one time that everyone will LOVE
Games to use with children and teens with ADHD to build their executive functioning skills in fun ways

Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.
Meet the Expert Speaker:
Dr. Norrine Russell is the owner of Russell Coaching for Students, which she founded in 2009. Russell Coaching provides academic and ADHD coaching to students across the United States, Canada, and the UK. With over twenty years of experience creating positive youth development and parenting education programs, Dr. Russell has extensive knowledge of child development, learning styles, special needs, and positive parenting philosophies. She blends this knowledge to provide students and parents with comprehensive support and the tools they need to grow and thrive. Dr. Russell has a Ph.D. from Bowling Green State University with a focus on psychology and education.

Having The Talk: Sexual Behavior, Reproduction and Youth with Disabilities via Zoom
2022-02-10 18:00 - 20:00
Having The Talk: Sexual Behavior, Reproduction and Youth with Disabilities
Would you like to have a more comfortable conversation about sexuality and sexual identity with your family member with a disability?
Do you want to learn what words to use so that you can “have the talk” or answer questions about how their bodies are changing?
Learn the value of early and ongoing discussions and appropriate social behavior at home and in the community.

REGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!
Register: https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/having-the-talk-sexual-behavior-reproduction-and-youth-with-disabilities/

Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org

Webinar- Education Records Organizer
2022-02-14 13:00 - 14:00
Please join Trish Washburn, Parent Advocate for this wonderful presentation.
This workshop is where parents, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504, CPSE and CSE 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.
If you have questions, contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6660482320522103564

Front Door Information Session via WebEx
2022-02-14 14:00 - 16:00
ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The 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. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
Registration for a session is required.

To register, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ef4a817ca4902e1da08dc6bd67b5f699e If you need assistance, please contact Kelli Smith at 845-695-7330 or Kelli.l.smith@opwdd.ny.gov

All Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD website: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door

Assistive Technology in the IEP - webinar
2022-02-15 11:00 - 12:30
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager /Education Specialist as she presents Assistive Technology in the IEP.
This training will teach parents, grandparents, guardians about appropriate Assistive Technology (AT) devices and services how they allow students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from the general education curriculum and to meet Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. For every student with an IEP, federal and state regulations require that the team consider the student’s need for assistive technology devices and services.
If you have questions, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8166558162414279437

BEHAVIOR STRATEGIES FOR THE BIG FOUR - SLEEPING
2022-02-15 12:00 - 13:00
BEHAVIOR STRATEGIES FOR THE BIG FOUR
for parents of children with autism spectrum disorders
Behavior, Feeding, Sleeping and Toileting
Autism Learning Partners is offering a monthly FREE virtual workshop on each of the big topics for families with autism spectrum disorders. The parent workshops will consist of a presentation followed by an opportunity to ask questions.
Workshops are on the third Tuesday of each month, from 12:00 pm—1:00 pm:
Tuesday, January 18 – Behavior
Tuesday, February 15 – Sleeping
Tuesday, March 15 – Feeding
Tuesday, April 19 – Toileting
Featuring Presenters from Autism Learning Partners:
Rachael Schneider, MA, BCBA-LBA – Executive Director-IN, MD, MI, NJ, NY, & OH and PA
Kathy Honer, Psy.D., BCBA-D, LBA – Senior Behavior Analyst, Licensed Psychologist
Kara Wozniak, MA, BCBA-LBA – Clinical Director- Buffalo & Yonkers, NY
Here is the link to log on or call in:
Join from the meeting link: https://autismlearningpartners.zoom.us/j/86949654257?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 869 4965 4257 Passcode: [REDACTED]
Call in: +1 (346) 248-7799,,86949654257# US

Transitioning from High School to the Adult World after Graduation - Webinar
2022-02-15 17:00 - 18:30
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Parent to Parent of NYS, Regional Manager/ Education Specialist for this wonderful webinar.
This training gives parents, grandparents and guardians, an understanding of high school transition.
Transition from high school to young adulthood is a critical stage for all teenagers; for students with disabilities this stage requires extra planning and goal setting. Factors to consider include post-secondary education, the development of career and vocational skills, as well as the ability to live independently. The first step in planning for a successful transition is developing the student’s transition plan. A transition plan is required for students enrolled in special education who have an Individualized Education Program (IEP). We will define and describe transition planning and how it can be utilized to maximize your child’s future.
If you have questions, contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4456179208670246669

Understanding the IEP Process for Parents of Preschool Students via Zoom
2022-02-16 11:30 - 13:00
Is your child going into Preschool Special Education?
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).
Discuss how to develop relationships and practices that build home-school collaboration and support your child.

REGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!
Register: https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/understanding-the-iep-process-for-parents-of-preschoolers/
email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
call: 716.332.4170

A Beginners Guide to Understanding the Special Education Process - Webinar
2022-02-16 16:00 - 17:15
Presenter: Trish Washburn, Education Advocate.
This workshop will describe the purpose of special education, introduction to special education process, and services available to children ages birth to 21. This training is for parents, grandparents, guardians, and professionals that are new to the special education process or have limited knowledge. The goal of the training is for attendees to learn the basics of the special education system.
If you have questions, contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5325254089967009804

Webinar-The Nuts and Bolts of Telemedicine- Are you Ready for your Family’s Telemedicine Appointment?
2022-02-16 18:00 - 19:15
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center, as she presents a webinar on Are you ready for your child’s telemedicine appointment?
Tele-what? What is telehealth? What is telemedicine? Are they different? How do I navigate these appointments with my child? Do I have the same rights as I do during an appointment at the office? What accommodations do I have to request to make these appointments truly family-centered? Do I have the technology I need to make these appointments happen effectively?
Come explore the world of telemedicine as Lin Perry, Project Director for the Family to Family Health Information Center at Parent to Parent of NYS presents part of the Nuts and Bolts of Telemedicine: Essentials for a Family-Centered Care Experience, part of Telehealth Curriculum developed by Family Voices National with funding through the 2020 CARES Act. We will provide you the information and resources that you need to make your child’s telehealth appointments the best possible. If you have questions, contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3802725156181608715

Webinar- Health Care Notebook Overview
2022-02-17 12:00 - 13:15
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center as she presents a webinar on the Health Care Notebook.
Participants will learn how a HCN can assist in organizing medical records. They will be given tips on how the notebook can assist with advocacy, save time, reduce stress and utilize the information within the notebook in the event of an emergency.
If you have questions, contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350.
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1777370861735888142

Live Webinar: Build Your ADHD Emotional Resilience: Strategies for Adults Who Feel Things Deeply
2022-02-17 13:00 - 14:15
Register below for this free expert webinar on emotional resilience on Thursday, February 17 at 1 pm ET.
Sign up and you will receive the free webinar replay link after Feb. 17 as well!

Register to reserve your spot for this free webinar and webinar replay ►
Not available February 17? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.
Sometimes, adults with ADHD react with intense emotion when things don’t go according to expectations. Even minor frustrations and interruptions can cause us to overreact with an outburst or meltdown, making it hard to complete tasks and maintain relationships. What happens then? How do we rebound and recover? How do we return to and finish the task we started? How do we repair the damage to our relationships?
We can’t always stop intense emotions from spilling over, but we can learn to minimize the damage they cause to others and ourselves. Adults with ADHD can learn to calm their runaway emotions and find ways to express their feelings in a healthy way. In this webinar, participants will learn how to “bounce back” from emotional outbursts, gain insights about their emotional dysregulation, and develop emotionally healthy responses in the future.
In addition, participants will learn

Techniques for monitoring emotions
A two-part strategy to release emotions effectively and restore a sense of wellbeing
Ways to express “big” ADHD emotions in a healthy manner
How to repair personal and professional relationships damaged by emotional outbursts
Proven strategies for practicing emotional resilience

Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.
Meet the Expert Speaker:
Tamara Rosier, Ph.D., is the founder of the ADHD Center of West Michigan, where she and her staff work with individuals with ADHD (and their families) to learn strategies and develop new skills to live effectively with ADHD. Dr. Rosier is also the president of the ADHD Coaches Organization (ACO). Her book, Your Brain’s Not Broken (#CommissionsEarned), discusses strategies for managing the emotional aspects of ADHD.

Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
2022-02-17 16:00 - 18:00
Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session
Registration is required.
(All sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address)
Attendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. If you have any
additional questions regarding attendance, please call your SD Liaison.
**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session.
Register: NYS Information Technology Service WebEx Enterprise Site

Webinar- Benefits and Entitlements for People with Disabilities
2022-02-17 18:00 - 19:15
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center, as she presents a webinar on Benefits and Entitlements for People with Disabilities. Join Lin Perry as she unravels the web of public benefits and Medicaid waivers available to people with disabilities. This is a very complicated issue and many families don’t know where to begin so let us help you get started. The purpose of the webinar is to provide caregivers with the information about state and federal programs so they will have the knowledge to know what their loved one is eligible for.
If you have questions, contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350.
Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6584866706942243596

What is Section 504? - Webinar
2022-02-22 13:00 - 14:00
Please join Trish Washburn, Education Advocate, 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 to provide you with an understanding of the law, how it applies to educational programs and to students with disabilities. Children who qualify under this law receive services and/ or accommodations in the public-school system without being classified under IDEA and their school district’s Committee on Special Education.
If you are a Parent, Grandparent, Family Members, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you!
If you have questions, please call Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org
Webinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8702744903303952141
