Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs - webinar
2023-03-21 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Please join Sharon Linne, Regional Coordinator, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on 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.
REGISTER HERE.

Understanding the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities via Zoom
2023-03-22 18:00 - 20:00
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, 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.
If you have questions, contact Tina Beauparlant at (518) 381-4350.
REGISTER HERE.

NEW- (LRE) Least Restrictive Environment What You Need to Know - webinar
2023-03-23 11:00 - 12:30
Have you heard of LRE or the Least Restrictive Environment? Many parents are unaware of what is means. (LRE) stands for Least Restrictive Environment and is part of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It refers to the placement that your child is in. Least restrictive environment is an important part of your child’s IEP.
Join Parent to Parent NYS for this new presentation and learn what the laws says about LRE.
REGISTER

Loss, Grief, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs - webinar
2023-03-28 11:00 - 12:00
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.
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.
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Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx/online
2023-03-29 09:00 - 11:00
All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address. This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session.
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 HERE.

OPWDD FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION (English) - online
2023-03-29 13:00 - 15:00
The Front Door Information Session will outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services, the types of supports and services available, and where you can go to get assistance. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
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, 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.
Registration is required. REGISTER HERE.
Contact for assistance: Erin Caglioti (631) 416-3943 orerin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov

Front Door Information Session (English) - webinar
2023-04-03 09:00 - 11:00
The Front Door Information Session will outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services, the types of supports and services available, and where you can go to get assistance. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
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, 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.

Register here: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r3cd1e4fae54f217b15214da2a6fabdba
If you need assistance, please contact Richard Labonte at 585-241-5842 or Richard.S.Labonte@opwdd.ny.gov

Self-Directed Services: A Caregiver Guide - Live webinar
2023-04-03 19:00 - 20:00
Have you been wondering about Self-Directed Services? Come learn the basics of self-directed services that are an option for families with OPWDD. This will include a discussion about what types of supports and services can be included in a self-direction budget.
Live webinar on Monday, April 3 from 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
REGISTER here for this FREE event!
email: info@parentnetworkwny.org | call: 716.332.4170 | http://www.parentnetworkwny.org/events
About the speaker
Bonnie has worked with Parent Network since 2021 as a Family Support Specialist; she is passionate about supporting families to secure all the benefits and services to help them reach their goals. In 2022 Bonnie became in independent broker for individuals who want to self-direct their OPWDD services. Bonnie is a NYS credentialed Peer Support Specialist as well as a NYS credentialed Family Peer Advocate; she is also the parent of a child with multiple diagnoses including ADHD and autism.

Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide via Zoom
2023-04-04 12:30 - 13:30
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS for this wonderful webinar: Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide.
Let’s explore what the IEP team needs to consider, 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).
If you have any questions, please call Tina Beauparlant at (518) 381-4350.
Register here.

Preparing to Transition from High School to the Adult World after Graduation via Zoom
2023-04-05 11:00 - 12:30
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 any questions, contact Tina Beauparlant at (518) 381-4350.
REGISTER here.

Communicating with the CPSE / CSE through Letter Writing via Zoom
2023-04-05 18:00 - 19:00
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Communicating with the CPSE/CSE through Letter Writing.
Letter 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.
If you have any questions, contact Tina Beauparlant at (518) 381-4350.
REGISTER here.

Front Door Info Session (Spanish) via WebEx
2023-04-06 10:00 - 12:00
Agenda
La Sesion Informativa de La OPWDD Front Door/Puerta Principal va explicar el proceso de como establecer eligibilidad para servicios y apoyos; describir los tipos de apoyos y servicios que hay desponible y donde pueden solicitar asistencia.
Registration

Para registrarse, haga clic aquí: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r829db7eea1bacc1f236e867c912377b5
Si necesita ayuda, comuníquese con Miriam Nieto 718-430-0806 or Miriam.X.Nieto@opwdd.ny.gov

Front Door Information Session (English) via WebEx
2023-04-11 09:00 - 11:00
The Front Door Information Session will outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services, the types of supports and services available, and where you can go to get assistance. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
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, 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.
Register here: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r7f935a1ad40f35cf6d6f83c8b713348f
If you need assistance, please contact Molly Graves at 607-217-6588 or molly.c.graves@opwdd.ny.gov

How to Protect My Child's Future Through Guardianship, Wills & Trusts via Zoom
2023-04-11 18:00 - 20:00
How to Protect My Child’s Future Through Guardianship, Wills & Trusts
Planning 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.
The workshop will help you to understand your options as you begin to think about plans for your special needs child.
*Certificate of completion available upon request*
REGISTER.
FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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Autism and Pica - webinar
2023-04-12 13:00 - 14:00
Tune in to hear Dean Alexander, Ph.D., discuss pica, the ingestion of non-food substances, which has received insufficient attention as a common, sometimes lethal, form of self-injurious behavior. Behavioral approaches to treatment, more often than not, fall short. Biological intervention, if supported, may hold out new promise.
Handouts are available for download (PDF) HERE
This is a joint presentation by ARI and the World Autism Organisation.
About the speaker:
Dr. Dean Alexander has worked at centers for children with physical handicaps and emotional disturbances and adults with developmental disabilities (Lanterman Developmental Center) before entering Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA. At CGU, Dr. Alexander teamed up with Dr. Laura Schreibman, then worked on Dr. Ivar Lovaas’s landmark Young Autism Project; this led to a case study and a co-authorship of Dr. Lovaas’s first two books. Returning to LDC as a psychologist, he co-authored the first behavioral treatment of pica while gaining familiarity with nutritional and vitamin-driven approaches through literature and conferences presented by the Autism Research Institute.
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Region 1 Self-Direction Information Sessions via WebEx/online
2023-04-12 16:00 - 18:00
All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address. This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session.
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.
Registration is required. Register here.

Neurodiversity at Work: Perspectives on Autism and Employment via Zoom
2023-04-13 16:30 - 18:00
NYU Regional Center for ASD – Autism Month Event
Neurodiversity At Work: Perspectives on Autism and Employment
Thursday, April 13, 2023 from 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
With only 15-20% of autistic individuals estimated to be employed in the US, there is a clear opportunity to build a more inclusive workforce. In this Autism Month panel, we will hear perspectives from self-advocates and community professionals about how to support individuals with autism throughout the varying stages of the employment process. We will discuss topics like workplace accommodations and how employers can reinforce neurodiverse employees’ success. We will also discuss navigating self-disclosure in the workplace, job development resources in NYC, and more.
Register Now
PANELISTS
AJ France, Partnerships Manager, KultureCity
Jason Ramriez, Advance Program Supervisor, Goodwill
Sean Culkin, Board Member, KultureCity
Beth Harper, MSW, Youth Educator, INCLUDEnyc
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Learn More
For any questions or to learn more about the New York City Regional Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders (RCASD), headquartered at the Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry at NYU Langone Health, please contact: csc.rcasd@nyulangone.org.

Residential Placement Online Discussion Group- Parents who have a child or adult in a Residential placement via Zoom
2023-04-13 19:00 - 20:00
Are you considering a residential school or program for your son/daughter and just don’t know how you will ever be able to make this decision? Do you feel guilty for even thinking about it? Do you have a family member in a residential program and are struggling to make peace with this decision?
Parent to Parent is excited to host a Parent Discussion Group facilitated by Mariela Adams, for families with children and adults of all ages that have children in residential school or are considering a residential placement for their loved one.
Come join us for an hour of support and conversation about this important topic.
REGISTER here.

Understanding Your Child’s FBA/BIP Process via Zoom
2023-04-14 15:00 - 16:30
Does your child need a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)?
Gain an understanding of the regulations, the process, and the roles of the families and the school. *Certificate of completion available upon request*
CTLE credits available.
REGISTER TODAY!
FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org

Family Guide To Transition Planning via Zoom
2023-04-17 18:00 - 20:00
Family Guide to Transition Planning
To assist families in understanding the transition planning process specifically from high school to life after high school.
When families are knowledgeable about the transition process students with disabilities experience improved post-school outcomes in the areas of employment, postsecondary education, and independent living.
*Certificate of completion available upon request*
REGISTER.
FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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Is Guardianship the Only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives via Zoom
2023-04-18 17:30 - 19:30
Come join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager / Education Specialist as we explore: Is Guardianship the Only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives. Let’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.
REGISTER here.

What Happens After Early Intervention? via Zoom
2023-04-18 18:00 - 19:30
What Happens After Early Intervention?
In this workshop you will learn more about:

How to get ready for your child’s transition to preschool
The transition from Early Intervention (EI) to working with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE)
Information on timelines and commonly used vocabulary to help you better understand the transition process
How to make informed decisions to benefit your child

*Certificate of completion available upon request*
REGISTER.
FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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What You Need to Know about Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) via Zoom
2023-04-18 18:30 - 20:00
Have you heard Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)? Many parents are unaware of what is means. (LRE) stands for Least Restrictive Environment and is part of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It refers to the placement that your child is in. Least restrictive environment is an important part of your child’s IEP.
Come join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS for this new presentation and learn what the laws says about LRE.
REGISTER here.

Gestational Influences and Autism – 2023 -webinar
2023-04-19 13:00 - 14:00
Learn updates about emerging research on gestational influences on the etiology of autism.
THE SPEAKER

Judy Van de Water, PhD, 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.
REGISTER: https://www.autism.org/gestational-influences-2023/

Understanding the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities via Zoom
2023-04-20 11:00 - 13:00
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS, for this indepth presentation 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.
If you have questions, contact Tina Beauparlant at (518) 381-4350.
REGISTER here.

LA IMPORTANCIA DE GENERALIZAR LAS HABILIDADES EN EL HOGAR Y LA COMUNIDAD A TRAVÉS DE LA CAPACITACIÓN DE LOS PADRES
2023-04-20 12:00 - 13:00
LA IMPORTANCIA DE GENERALIZAR LAS HABILIDADES EN EL HOGAR Y LA COMUNIDAD A TRAVÉS DE LA CAPACITACIÓN DE LOS PADRES

Presenter: Karissa Cuevas, RBT, Eden II Autism Outreach Center
FREE! Register here.
Entrenamiento de padres consiste en ayudarles a entender cómo trasladar las habilidades enseñadas en la escuela al hogar. Este seminario web cubrirá las formas en que los padres pueden ayudar a sus hijos a generalizar las habilidades de la escuela a su hogar y comunidad.

Understanding The Individualized Education Program (IEP) Process for Parents of Preschool Students via Zoom
2023-04-20 12:00 - 13:30
Understanding the Individualized Education Program (IEP) Process for Parents of Preschool Students
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.
*Certificate of completion available upon request*
REGISTER.
FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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Coming to the Table - CSE Tips for Educators and Families of Children with Autism - Free webinar
2023-04-20 19:00 - 20:15
RCASD Old Westbury Autism Webinar – Coming to the Table – CSE Tips for Educators and Families of Children with Autism
Thursday, April 20, 2023 from 7:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
This free webinar will address tips for educators and families to prepare for and enhance the Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting process for students with autism. The webinar will address developing supportive Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) for students with autism and tips for holding student-focused and family-friendly meetings. It will also provide concrete steps for families to prepare for CSE meetings and address some common misperceptions about the CSE process.
Certificate of Attendance: All attendees are asked to complete an evaluation after the webinar and will receive a certificate of attendance.
Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLEs): SUNY Old Westbury is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s Office of Teaching Initiatives as an approved provider of CTLE for Professional Classroom Teachers, School Leaders and Level III Teaching Assistants. At total of 1.25 CTLE hours are available for this webinar. The total administration fee for CTLEs is $10 and is payable at time of registration.
There are no other CEUs being offered at this webinar.
Register here.

THE IMPORTANCE OF GENERALIZING SKILLS INTO THE HOME AND COMMUNITY THROUGH PARENT TRAINING
2023-04-21 12:00 - 13:00
THE IMPORTANCE OF GENERALIZING SKILLS INTO THE HOME AND COMMUNITY THROUGH PARENT TRAINING

Presenter: Nyla Baboolal-Fong, MS Ed, BCBA, LBA, Eden II Autism Outreach Center

FREE! Register here.

Parent training involves helping parents understand how to carry over skills taught at school to the home setting. This webinar will cover ways parents can help their children generalize skills from school to their home and community.

Front Door Info Session (English) via WebEx
2023-04-21 17:00 - 19:00
The Front Door Information Session will outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services, the types of supports and services available, and where you can go to get assistance. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
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, 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.
Register here: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r369fa5e632f920fa470d35e0d0fd814e
If you need assistance, please contact Karen Francisco at 518-388-0431 or Karen.Francisco@opwdd.ny.gov
