Autism Society Western New York

Let’s Talk: I’m working from home!
2020-06-24 08:30 - 10:00 (America/New_York)
Tips and strategies for parents to help manage space, time, and behaviors while working (and schooling) at home.
Participants will receive a Social Skills Story to use with their kids.
Presentation & Discussion with Debbie Schutt, MS!
ABOUT THE HOST
Debbie Schutt, MS is Parent Networks’ Behavior Intervention Coordinator. Debbie has been a member of the Parent Network of WNY team since 2018. She has extensive experience working with youth and families through the Office of Mental Health and the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities in the areas of behavior intervention, crisis management, and mental health.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting. Register in advance for this meeting:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYkceyvrjIjHt3bd4EoKZSSFfXGfKWT3bHi
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Sleep - Zoom Meeting
2020-06-25 08:30 - 10:00
People diagnosed with ASD can experience a variety of sleep challenges. Some individuals may have difficulty falling asleep, waking repeatedly during the night, and/or waking up early and not being able to return to sleep. During this hour we will learn how sleep health affects how children function and behave during waking hours and tips to help improve sleep health.
Presentation & Discussion with Debbie Schutt, MS!
ABOUT THE HOST
Debbie Schutt, MS is Parent Networks’ Behavior Intervention Coordinator. Debbie has been a member of the Parent Network of WNY team since 2018. She has extensive experience working with youth and families through the Office of Mental Health and the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities in the areas of behavior intervention, crisis management, and mental health.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting. Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJArdemprzgjH9TmU5qPjHMrVywIJehEKv6v
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Sensory Processing Disorder - live webinar
2020-06-25 19:00 - 20:30
This workshop explores the different sensory processing disorders and offers parents and caregivers activities, tips and suggestions to help their child manage his/her sensory needs.
Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1515359427244822029
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

FRONT DOOR FAMILY INFORMATION SESSIONS via WebEx
2020-06-26 13:00 - 15:00
People new to the OPWDD system can access services and supports through the Front Door. The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which helps you learn about and access service options taking your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.
The Front Door is based on the understanding that people with developmental disabilities have the right to enjoy meaningful relationships, experience personal growth, take part in their community and live in the home of their choice. The Front Door process will guide you through the steps involved in finding out if you are eligible for services with OPWDD, identify your needs, goals and preferences, and help you work on a plan for getting those services.
Families/Individuals are welcome to attend any session that is convenient for them. Families are only required to attend one session even if there are multiple people in the family to be represented. Front Door Information sessions will be held via WebEx and pre-registration is REQUIRED.
To register for upcoming WebEx Front Door Information sessions for June – August 2020 for Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes (counties of Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates) contact Jeffrey Roberts at 585-241-5797 or by email at Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov.
DATE TIME
6/26/2020 1pm-3pm
6/29/2020 3pm-5pm
7/7/2020 10am-12pm
7/17/2020 5pm-7pm
7/20/2020 1pm-3pm
7/29/2020 3pm-5pm
8/5/2020 10am-12pm
8/10/2020 5pm-7pm
8/21/2020 3pm-5pm
8/25/2020 1pm-3pm

Family Fun Hour: Summer Fun BINGO
2020-06-26 17:00 - 18:00
This week’s family fun hour is a BINGO game! This BINGO game will be a “summer fun” theme – so instead of numbers the BINGO cards will have images of items associated with summer.
Each participant that is registered will receive their own unique BINGO card via email the day before the event.
Three prizes will be given: one for the first player to call BINGO for a straight line (across or down), diagonal, and four corners. No more than one prize for a household.
Come back every Friday for more fun!
Family Fun Hour with Debbie Schutt, MS!
ABOUT THE HOST
Debbie Schutt, MS is Parent Networks’ Behavior Intervention Coordinator. Debbie has been a member of the Parent Network of WNY team since 2018. She has extensive experience working with youth and families through the Office of Mental Health and the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities in the areas of behavior intervention, crisis management, and mental health.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting. Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqc-qqpj0vGd3YZFV3uhL-zcvK_tbBhAAl
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

ASK ME ANYTHING-BEHAVIOR EDITION
2020-06-29 10:00 - 11:00
No registration required
• Need advice on tantrums or meltdowns?
• Need help implementing strategies?
• Tried everything and need some new ideas?
• Experiencing a new or challenging behavior?
Click the link or call in to Ask Me Anything about behavior.
https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/329637733
Dial by phone: +1 (224) 501-3412
Access Code: 329-637-733
Ask Me Anything—Behavior Edition is hosted by Debbie Schutt, MS. Debbie is the Behavior Intervention Coordinator at Parent Network of WNY. Debbie has over 15 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families on a wide variety of issues associated with developmental disabilities, mental health, crisis intervention, and behavior
management.

FRONT DOOR FAMILY INFORMATION SESSION via WebEx
2020-06-29 15:00 - 17:00
People new to the OPWDD system can access services and supports through the Front Door. The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which helps you learn about and access service options taking your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.
The Front Door is based on the understanding that people with developmental disabilities have the right to enjoy meaningful relationships, experience personal growth, take part in their community and live in the home of their choice. The Front Door process will guide you through the steps involved in finding out if you are eligible for services with OPWDD, identify your needs, goals and preferences, and help you work on a plan for getting those services.
Families/Individuals are welcome to attend any session that is convenient for them. Families are only required to attend one session even if there are multiple people in the family to be represented. Front Door Information sessions will be held via WebEx and pre-registration is REQUIRED.
To register for upcoming WebEx Front Door Information sessions for June – August 2020 for Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes (counties of Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates) contact Jeffrey Roberts at 585-241-5797 or by email at Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov.
DATE TIME
6/29/2020 3pm-5pm
7/7/2020 10am-12pm
7/17/2020 5pm-7pm
7/20/2020 1pm-3pm
7/29/2020 3pm-5pm
8/5/2020 10am-12pm
8/10/2020 5pm-7pm
8/21/2020 3pm-5pm
8/25/2020 1pm-3pm

ASD Support: The Ins and Outs of Dating - Webinar
2020-07-01 13:00 - 14:00
Tune in to learn strategies for individuals on the autism spectrum interested in the ins and outs of dating.
About the speaker:
Aarti Nair, Ph.D., is a postdoctoral scholar in the Dapretto Lab at the Ahmanson-Lovelace Brain Mapping Center. Dr. Nair received her bachelor’s degree in psychology and anthropology from the University of Mumbai, and her master’s degree in clinical psychology from UNC Charlotte. In 2015, Dr. Nair received her Ph.D. in neuropsychology from the SDSU/UCSD Joint Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology in San Diego, CA. Her primary research interests lie in multimodal imaging studies of social cognition in ASD, specifically using fcMRI and DTI techniques to quantify connectivity differences within this population. Currently, she is working on studies involving maturational trajectories of subcortical networks in ASD, as well as network clustering analysis to identify subgroups within the broader ASD endophenotype.
Register for ASD Support: The Ins and Outs of Dating: https://www.autism.org/support-for-individuals-with-asd-dating/

Repetitive Behaviors: Getting Unstuck
2020-07-02 08:30 - 10:00
Does your child ask you the same question(s) multiple times per day? Is your child’s play compulsive or ritualistic? Do
disruptions to the repetition lead to challenging behavior? Repetitive behavior can include anything from movement or
speech, to sensory stimulation, eating, and play.
During this hour we will talk about repetitive behaviors and strategies to help you and your child get “unstuck”.
Presentation & Discussion with Debbie Schutt, MS!
ABOUT THE HOST
Debbie Schutt, MS is Parent Networks’ Behavior Intervention Coordinator. Debbie has been a member of the Parent Network of WNY team since 2018. She has extensive experience working with youth and families through the Office of Mental Health and the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities in the areas of behavior intervention, crisis management, and mental health.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting. Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJUkdOqgrTotEtR_IdWLYMdQ8lGuk_zuyD62
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

ASK ME ANYTHING - BEHAVIOR EDITION
2020-07-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-07-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-07-20 10:00 - 11:00, 2020-07-27 10:00 - 11:00

FRONT DOOR FAMILY INFORMATION SESSION via WebEx
2020-07-07 10:00 - 12:00
People new to the OPWDD system can access services and supports through the Front Door. The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which helps you learn about and access service options taking your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.
The Front Door is based on the understanding that people with developmental disabilities have the right to enjoy meaningful relationships, experience personal growth, take part in their community and live in the home of their choice. The Front Door process will guide you through the steps involved in finding out if you are eligible for services with OPWDD, identify your needs, goals and preferences, and help you work on a plan for getting those services.
Families/Individuals are welcome to attend any session that is convenient for them. Families are only required to attend one session even if there are multiple people in the family to be represented. Front Door Information sessions will be held via WebEx and pre-registration is REQUIRED.
To register for upcoming WebEx Front Door Information sessions for June – August 2020 for Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes (counties of Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates) contact Jeffrey Roberts at 585-241-5797 or by email at Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov.
DATE TIMEO
7/7/2020 10am-12pm
7/17/2020 5pm-7pm
7/20/2020 1pm-3pm
7/29/2020 3pm-5pm
8/5/2020 10am-12pm
8/10/2020 5pm-7pm
8/21/2020 3pm-5pm
8/25/2020 1pm-3pm

Summer Structure & Routine Part 1
2020-07-09 08:30 - 10:30
Parents/caregivers will learn about why structure and routine is important, how to create structure/routine in your home,
and how to address disruptions to the routine/structure.
Participants will receive a follow up email with a list of supplies and printable images for use during “Structure & Routine: Part II”. Part II will be held on Thursday, July 16 @ 8:30a.m.
During part II parents/caregivers will participate in a guided tutorial to create their individualized picture schedule. Note that participants are not required to participate in part II.
Thursday, July 9, 2020 & July 16, 2020
8:30-10:00 AM
Presentation & Discussion with Debbie Schutt, MS!
Debbie Schutt, MS is Parent Networks’ Behavior Intervention Coordinator. Debbie has been a member of the Parent Network of WNY team since 2018. She has extensive experience working with youth and families through the Office of Mental Health and the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities in the areas of behavior intervention, crisis management, and mental health.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIkd–rrT4jHdNpQXRXsJK0sxnj22Gg1rME
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Webinar: Starting Over: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren with Special Needs
2020-07-14 12:00 - 13:30
Please join Dianne O’Connor, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Starting Over: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren with Special Needs. There are many reasons why a grandparent, or relative, may be raising their grandchildren full time. By creating an enriched, supportive, and safe living environment, grandchildren stay connected to their family while keeping them out of foster care.
This webinar will address the advantages and disadvantages of caring for our own and give practical resources and strategies for providing the best for your grandchildren. As one of the most important members of the family, we will also look at ways to care for you along the way.
Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions.
Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/603107819595858178

Webinar: Education Records Organizer
2020-07-15 12:00 - 13:00
Please join Trish Washburn, Parent Advocate 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.
Contact Tina Beauparlant with questions at 518-381-4350.
Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/898160665391646721

Summer Structure & Routine Part 2
2020-07-16 08:30 - 10:00
Parents/caregivers will learn about why structure and routine is important, how to create structure/routine in your home,
and how to address disruptions to the routine/structure.
Participants will receive a follow up email with a list of supplies and printable images for use during “Structure & Routine: Part II”. Part II will be held on Thursday, July 16 @ 8:30a.m.
During part II parents/caregivers will participate in a guided tutorial to create their individualized picture schedule. Note that participants are not required to participate in part II.
Part II is Thursday, July 16, 2020
8:30-10:00 AM
Presentation & Discussion with Debbie Schutt, MS!
Debbie Schutt, MS is Parent Networks’ Behavior Intervention Coordinator. Debbie has been a member of the Parent Network of WNY team since 2018. She has extensive experience working with youth and families through the Office of Mental Health and the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities in the areas of behavior intervention, crisis management, and mental health.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIkd–rrT4jHdNpQXRXsJK0sxnj22Gg1rME
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Webinar: Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
2020-07-16 12:00 - 13:00
Please join Alissa Morris, 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.
Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions.
Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/932757898892065026

2020-07-17 17:00 - 19:00
People new to the OPWDD system can access services and supports through the Front Door. The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which helps you learn about and access service options taking your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.
The Front Door is based on the understanding that people with developmental disabilities have the right to enjoy meaningful relationships, experience personal growth, take part in their community and live in the home of their choice. The Front Door process will guide you through the steps involved in finding out if you are eligible for services with OPWDD, identify your needs, goals and preferences, and help you work on a plan for getting those services.
Families/Individuals are welcome to attend any session that is convenient for them. Families are only required to attend one session even if there are multiple people in the family to be represented. Front Door Information sessions will be held via WebEx and pre-registration is REQUIRED.
To register for upcoming WebEx Front Door Information sessions for June – August 2020 for Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes (counties of Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates) contact Jeffrey Roberts at 585-241-5797 or by email at Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov.
DATE TIME
7/17/2020 5pm-7pm
7/20/2020 1pm-3pm
7/29/2020 3pm-5pm
8/5/2020 10am-12pm
8/10/2020 5pm-7pm
8/21/2020 3pm-5pm
8/25/2020 1pm-3pm

FRONT DOOR FAMILY SESSION via WebEx
2020-07-17 17:00 - 19:00

FRONT DOOR FAMILY INFORMATION SESSION via WebEx
2020-07-20 13:00 - 15:00
People new to the OPWDD system can access services and supports through the Front Door. The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which helps you learn about and access service options taking your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.
The Front Door is based on the understanding that people with developmental disabilities have the right to enjoy meaningful relationships, experience personal growth, take part in their community and live in the home of their choice. The Front Door process will guide you through the steps involved in finding out if you are eligible for services with OPWDD, identify your needs, goals and preferences, and help you work on a plan for getting those services.
Families/Individuals are welcome to attend any session that is convenient for them. Families are only required to attend one session even if there are multiple people in the family to be represented. Front Door Information sessions will be held via WebEx and pre-registration is REQUIRED.
To register for upcoming WebEx Front Door Information sessions for June – August 2020 for Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes (counties of Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates) contact Jeffrey Roberts at 585-241-5797 or by email at Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov.
DATE TIMEOOP
7/20/2020 1pm-3pm
7/29/2020 3pm-5pm
8/5/2020 10am-12pm
8/10/2020 5pm-7pm
8/21/2020 3pm-5pm
8/25/2020 1pm-3pm

Webinar: A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
2020-07-21 11:30 - 13:00
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 Medicaid Service Coordination (MSC), Home and Community Based Services Waiver, and Family Support Services.
Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions.
Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1030504482628891394

Preparing for Back to School During COVID-19 Free Webinar
2020-07-22 13:00 - 14:00
As students prepare to return to school during the COVID-19 pandemic, you may have questions about how to help your loved ones on the spectrum cope with social distancing, distance learning, and ongoing change. Tune in to ask your questions in real time.
Register: https://www.autism.org/back-to-school-covid19/
About the Speaker: Amanda Tami holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology and has completed a recertification program in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA). In addition to being a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, Amanda is a Licensed Professional Counselor. She has experience working with both children and adults, including those who have autism spectrum and other pervasive developmental disorders, ADD/ADHD, anxiety issues, and trauma, both as a BCBA and as a counselor. She has additional specialized training as a counselor in EMDR therapy and its applications to children.

ABLE ACCOUNTS: A Way for Persons with Disabilities to Save and Pay for a Range of Items, with No Impact on SSI, Medicaid, or Other Key Benefits
2020-07-23 10:00 - 11:30
Neighborhood Legal Services invites you to a FREE ZOOM TRAINING on:
ABLE Accounts: A Way for Persons with Disabilities to Save and Pay for a Range of Items, with No Impact on SSI, Medicaid, or Other Key Benefits
Presentation by James Sheldon, Esq.
The Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act of 2014 allows states to create tax-advantaged savings programs for eligible people with disabilities (designated beneficiaries). Funds from these 529A ABLE accounts can help designated beneficiaries pay for qualified disability expenses. Distributions are tax-free if used for qualified disability expenses.
WHEN: Thursday, July 23, 2020
TIME: 10:00-11:30 a.m.
Please RSVP to lurquhart@nls.org if you plan to attend. Thank You!
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FRONT DOOR FAMILY INFORMATION SESSION via WebEx
2020-07-29 15:00 - 17:00
People new to the OPWDD system can access services and supports through the Front Door. The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which helps you learn about and access service options taking your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.
The Front Door is based on the understanding that people with developmental disabilities have the right to enjoy meaningful relationships, experience personal growth, take part in their community and live in the home of their choice. The Front Door process will guide you through the steps involved in finding out if you are eligible for services with OPWDD, identify your needs, goals and preferences, and help you work on a plan for getting those services.
Families/Individuals are welcome to attend any session that is convenient for them. Families are only required to attend one session even if there are multiple people in the family to be represented. Front Door Information sessions will be held via WebEx and pre-registration is REQUIRED.
To register for upcoming WebEx Front Door Information sessions for June – August 2020 for Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes (counties of Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates) contact Jeffrey Roberts at 585-241-5797 or by email at Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov.
DATE TIME
7/29/2020 3pm-5pm
8/5/2020 10am-12pm
8/10/2020 5pm-7pm
8/21/2020 3pm-5pm
8/25/2020 1pm-3pm

FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION via WebEx
2020-08-05 10:00 - 12:00
People new to the OPWDD system can access services and supports through the Front Door. The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which helps you learn about and access service options taking your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.
The Front Door is based on the understanding that people with developmental disabilities have the right to enjoy meaningful relationships, experience personal growth, take part in their community and live in the home of their choice. The Front Door process will guide you through the steps involved in finding out if you are eligible for services with OPWDD, identify your needs, goals and preferences, and help you work on a plan for getting those services.
Families/Individuals are welcome to attend any session that is convenient for them. Families are only required to attend one session even if there are multiple people in the family to be represented. Front Door Information sessions will be held via WebEx and pre-registration is REQUIRED.
To register for upcoming WebEx Front Door Information sessions for June – August 2020 for Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes (counties of Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates) contact Jeffrey Roberts at 585-241-5797 or by email at Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov.
DATE TIMEP
8/5/2020 10am-12pm
8/10/2020 5pm-7pm
8/21/2020 3pm-5pm
8/25/2020 1pm-3pm

FRONT DOOR FAMILY INFORMATION SESSION via WebEx
2020-08-10 17:00 - 19:00
People new to the OPWDD system can access services and supports through the Front Door. The Front Door is the way OPWDD connects people to the services they need and want. Once you enter, a person-centered planning process begins which helps you learn about and access service options taking your needs and desires into consideration. It will also give you the chance to direct your own service plan or help your family member or loved one as they direct theirs.
The Front Door is based on the understanding that people with developmental disabilities have the right to enjoy meaningful relationships, experience personal growth, take part in their community and live in the home of their choice. The Front Door process will guide you through the steps involved in finding out if you are eligible for services with OPWDD, identify your needs, goals and preferences, and help you work on a plan for getting those services.
Families/Individuals are welcome to attend any session that is convenient for them. Families are only required to attend one session even if there are multiple people in the family to be represented. Front Door Information sessions will be held via WebEx and pre-registration is REQUIRED.
To register for upcoming WebEx Front Door Information sessions for June – August 2020 for Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes (counties of Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates) contact Jeffrey Roberts at 585-241-5797 or by email at Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov.
DATE TIME
8/10/2020 5pm-7pm
8/21/2020 3pm-5pm
8/25/2020 1pm-3pm

Loss, Grief, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs
2020-08-11 11:00 - 12:00
Please join Parent to Parent of NYS, Barb Hoffman, 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.
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1813137962633867275
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
If you have questions please contact: Maryalice Fegeley (716) 427-5140

Webinar: Health Care Notebook Overview
2020-08-11 16:45 - 18:45
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Health Care Notebook overview. Participants will learn how a Health Care Notebook can assist in organizing medical 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. Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions.
Webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/940577630055993614
