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SUMMARY:The Gut\, Autism\, and Mental Health - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the relationship between the gut-brain axis\, mental health\, and autism. \nSPEAKER \nCalliope Holingue\, MPH\, PhD is a research faculty member at the Center for Autism and Related Disorders at Kennedy Krieger Institute. A psychiatric epidemiologist by training\, she also has a joint academic appointment as an assistant professor from the Department of Mental Health at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/the-gut-autism-and-mental-health-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T183000
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SUMMARY:How to Prepare for a Successful CPSE/CSE Meeting - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager/Education Specialist\, as she presents this wonderful presentation on How to Prepare for a Successful CPSE/CSE Meeting. This training is to help parents\, who approach IEP meetings with fear and dread. If this is you\, attended this training and we have some suggestions to help you feel more at ease and 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 guardian\, then this training is for you! \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-prepare-for-a-successful-cpse-cse-meeting-webinar-3/2024-03-12/
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SUMMARY:Student Involvement In The Individualized Education Program (IEP) For Families - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn: \n\nThe how and why to meaningfully engage and promote their child’s participation in the development of their IEPs and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting.\nIdentify and discuss how to build and encourage their child’s self-determination skills.\nReceive and review materials and resources to promote student involvement in the IEP.\nUtilize qualitative data from previous participants to support the team throughout the process.\n\n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/student-involvement-in-the-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240318T140000
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SUMMARY:Getting On The Same Page: Helping Families And Youth To “Think College”
DESCRIPTION:Students with intellectual disability want to go to college – and they can! But they can’t get there alone. They need educators and family members who understand what skills are necessary to make it happen and will support them to achieve their goals. And they need resources to help them (and their families!) understand the college search and application process. \nThink College created the “Think Higher. Think College.” public awareness campaign to inform and educate teachers\, school administrators\, support professionals\, college staff and faculty\, families\, and students themselves that college is an option for students with intellectual disability. The public awareness campaign includes new tools to make the process easy to understand and doable. \nJoin us for this free webinar to learn about the current picture of inclusive higher education in the US\, and hear from college students with intellectual disability from around the country\, along with educators and family members\, to learn how we can “Think Higher. Think College.” together. \nDuring this webinar attendees will learn about:– The current situation regarding college options for students with intellectual disability.– New resources from the Think Higher. Think College. campaign.– Options that exist for students with intellectual disability\, how to guide students to pursue college\, and what the college experience is like for a student with intellectual disability. \nASL interpretation & Spanish interpretation will be offered! \nClick here to register.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/getting-on-the-same-page-helping-families-and-youth-to-think-college/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T082000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T140000
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SUMMARY:WNYRCASD Virtual Conference - Expanding Supports to Children with Autism Who Demonstrate Problem Behavior
DESCRIPTION:WNYRCASD Annual Conference \nThe WNYRCASD Annual Conference includes presentations by experts in the field of autism spectrum disorder on evidence-based interventions and practices shown to improve educational outcomes. \n\nVirtual Conference – Expanding Supports to Children with Autism Who Demonstrate Problem Behavior\n \n\nMarch 19\, 2024 (8:20 am – 2:00 pm)\nRegistration: $25\nContinuing Education Units Available: $15\nSponsored by The Summit Center and the Western New York Regional Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders\nView the flyer here.\n\nTo register for the conference\, visit https://nysrcasd.org/events/1212/registrations/new \nThis conference is sponsored by the WNY Regional Center for Autism Spectrum Disorders and The Summit Center for teachers\, therapists\, other helping professionals\, and parents. The field has made considerable progress in the effective treatment of children with autism and behavior problems that interfere with school functioning. Nevertheless\, there are examples of unsuccessful intervention efforts\, particularly with children with comorbid conditions or significant social and pragmatic communication impairments. In addition\, there have been some criticisms that interventions are challenging to implement in a school setting and may lack an expression of compassion. This conference will provide participants with a broader perspective of essential elements of effective and compassionate interventions for children who present developmental and behavioral challenges. \nDownload flyer for additional information including presenter bios\, abstract\, learning objectives\, and speaker disclosures. \nPresentation 1: 8:30 – 10:00 AM \nSupporting Learners with Autism Spectrum Disorders and Co-Occurring Mental Health Diagnoses (and Their Teams)\nPresented by Katherine Bellone Mount\, Ph.D.\, BCBA\, ABPP\nAssociate Professor\, Center for Autism Care\, University of Texas Medical Center\, Dallas\, TX \nPresentation 2: 10:15 – 11:45 AM \nPractical Applications of Compassion-focused Care for Clients Experiencing Harmful or Dangerous Behaviors\nPresented by Kristine A. Rodriguez\, M.A.\, BCBA\nChief Clinical Officer\, Autism Learning Partners\, Monrovia\, CA \nPresentation 3: 12:30 – 2:00 PM \nCommunicative Alternatives to Challenging Behavior\nPresented by Jill E. Senner\, Ph.D.\, CCC-SLP\, and Matthew R. Baud\, MS\, CCC-SLP\nTechnology and Language Center\, PC\, Evanston\, IL \nASHA\, BCBA\, CTLE\, OT/OTA\, PT/PTA\, PSY (Pending) CEUs will be available for a fee of $15.00 each. Please see flyer for additional details. \nPlease call 716-629-3417 or email wnyrcasd@thesummitcenter.org with any questions.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/wnyrcasd-virtual-conference-expanding-supports-to-children-with-autism-who-demonstrate-problem-behavior/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T120000
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SUMMARY:New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA): Essential Information For Families Of Students With Disabilities - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Families/caregivers will understand the essential elements and implications of NYSAA participation \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240320T130000
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SUMMARY:How Games Can Help Teach Social Skills - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Playing games is a key part of child development. Children with autism often have difficulty forming peer relationships\, but fostering game skills may serve as a lifelong bridge to engaging with peers. \nSPEAKER \nGray Atherton\, PhD\, has a BSc in Child Development from Vanderbilt University\, a Master’s in Counselling from University of Houston\, and a Ph.D. in Educational Psychology and Individual Differences from University of Houston. She has previously lectured at University of Houston and the University of Wolverhampton. Prior to entering academia\, Gray was a counselor for adolescents with neurodevelopmental conditions. “I am interested in understanding how people with autism spectrum condition see the social world. Specifically\, I explore individual differences in social processing and how these differences often found in people with autism also exist in the general population. I also investigate anthropomorphism\, or seeing the human in the non-human\, and how this relates to social processing in autism. To investigate this\, I am developing virtual reality techniques that allow for anthropomorphic experiences. My other research interest lies more broadly in embodied social processing. I am particularly interested in how movement can affect the way we see ourselves and our social partners\, and how this can be used to understand special populations.” \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-games-can-help-teach-social-skills-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
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SUMMARY:Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read an IEP - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate for this training on Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read your child’s IEP. \nDoes your child have an IEP (Individualized Education Program)? We’ll walk through the different sections of the IEP\, and discuss how to advocate for supports to make sure the IEP reflects your child’s abilities and needs. Because states and local school systems may include additional information\, forms differ from state to state and may vary between school systems within a state. 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 and can be in the IEP. If you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member or guardian then this training is for you! \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/lets-take-a-crash-course-on-understanding-how-to-read-an-iep-webinar-11/2024-03-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240322T141500
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SUMMARY:CARD-Albany Annual Spring Conference - livestream March 22\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:CARD – Albany Annual Spring Conference March 22\, 2024 \nThe conference consists of three livestream sessions. Registration is available for each session. \nNOTE:  The sessions will not be recorded\, so there is no way to view the information at a later time. \nSESSION ONE (KEYNOTE): 8:30am-10:00am \nBeyond Inclusion: Creating Communities of Belonging for Students with Disabilities \nPresenter: Erik Carter\, Ph.D. \nObjectives:\nFollowing participation in this session\, participants will be able to:\n1.    Describe key dimensions of belonging identified as important by students with disabilities and their families.\n2.    Tell how advancing belonging can enhance the education of students with disabilities and their learning communities.\n3.    List examples of practices and postures that promote the experience of belonging in schools. \n1.5 contact hours available for CTLE\, NYS LMHC\, NASP\, NYS Psychologists and NYS SW\n  \nSESSION TWO: 10:30am-11:45am \nUnstuck and On Target: Improving Executive Function\, On-Task and Flexible Behavior in Students from Pre-K Through High School \nPresenter: Lauren Kenworthy\, Ph.D. \nObjectives:\nFollowing participation in this seminar\, participants will be able to:\n1.    Identify executive functioning weaknesses in children\, distinguish among different executive functioning skills and how they relate to social skills and emotion regulation in autism.\n2.    Apply specific techniques to support improvement in executive functioning at home or at school.\n3.    Identify specific scripts or vocabulary and when to use them to increase executive function skills. \n1.25 contact hours available for CTLE\, NYS LMHC\, NASP\, NYS Psychologists and NYS SW \n  \nSESSION THREE: 1:00pm-2:15pm \nGuiding Growth: Practical Strategies for Managing Challenging Behaviors and Fostering Adaptive Skills in Children with Autism \nPresenter: Stephanie Fox\, Ph.D. \nObjectives:\nFollowing participation in this seminar\, participants will be able to:\n1.    Identify three common behavior challenges and place them in a functional framework (i.e.\, the A-B-Cs of behavior).\n2.    List three new strategies for managing challenging behaviors and building adaptive/prosocial skills.\n3.    Demonstrate how to create a tailored reinforcement plan using unique interest areas. \n1.25 contact hours available for CTLE\, NYS LMHC\, NASP\, NYS Psychologists and NYS SW \n  \n\nDownload Flyer\nDownload session descriptions\, objectives\, financial disclosure statements\, and presenter bios\n\nRegistration Information\nRegistration is required. Each participant must use their individual email address to register and log-in. After you register\, you will automatically receive a confirmation email with your Zoom links. Do not share your Zoom links with others as they are specific to each registrant. If you share your link with others\, you will not receive a certificate of attendance. \nREGISTRATION LINK \nCredit/Debit card payment and purchase orders are accepted on the registration form. Please make PO/check payable to: \nThe Research Foundation for SUNY \nc/o Center for Autism and Related Disabilities \n1535 Western Avenue \nAlbany\, NY  12203 \n  \nRegistration Fees: \nNYS Resident: $ 25 \nOut-of-State Resident: $ 40 \n  \nRequests for accommodations may be sent to card@albany.edu or call 518-442-2574. \nCancellation Policy: Cancellation must be made 24 hours before the start of the conference to receive a refund. Please send cancellation request to card@albany.edu. \n\nContinuing Education Available (included in registration fee): \nEach organization/entity uses their own calculation to determine the number of CEUs based on contact hours. As with all continuing education\, the attendee should  verify CEU requirements by their professional organization and/or state licensure board. \nPLEASE NOTE:  Partial credit will not be awarded. Participants must attend the entire session to receive credit. Late arrival due to difficulties you may have logging into Zoom may not be used as an excuse for partial attendance. Please attempt to log in a few minutes early to allow for any possible technical issues. \nCONTINUING TEACHER AND LEADER EDUCATION: CARD Albany 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. \nSCHOOL PSYCHOLOGISTS: CARD Albany is approved by the National Association of School Psychologists to offer continuing education for school psychologists. CARD maintains responsibility for the program. \nLICENSED MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELORS: University at Albany\, SUNY\, Center for Autism and Related Disabilities is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Mental Health Practitioners as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed mental health counselors. #MHC-0194. \nNEW YORK STATE SOCIAL WORKERS: Center for Autism and Related Disabilities\, SW CPE\, is recognized by the New York State Education Department State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed master social workers # 0292. \nNEW YORK STATE PSYCHOLOGISTS: Center for Autism and Related Disabilities is recognized by the New York State Education Department State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed psychologists in NYS #PSY-0083. \nPLEASE NOTE: NYSCARD- Albany is not offering ASHA CEUs for this conference. They are working to get a new cooperative agreement in place for future conferences.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/card-albany-annual-spring-conference-livestream-march-22-2024/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240327T103000
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SUMMARY:CPSE To CSE For Parents- webinar
DESCRIPTION:Guardians and family members will understand the timeline vocabulary and process for the transition from Committee on Preschool Education (CPSE) to School Age Committee on Special Education (CSE). \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/cpse-to-cse-for-parents-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240313T153309Z
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SUMMARY:How To Have Difficult Conversations via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Communication is important in all aspects of your life. We communicate with our coworkers\, families\, friends\, other professionals\, and even people we do not always get along with. Effective communication can help to foster a good relationship between you and the people in your life\, which\, in turn can help you achieve your goals and make life a little less stressful. \nJoin Parent Network staff to learn more about how to have difficult conversations to facilitate change and growth! \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-have-difficult-conversations-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240326T210205Z
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UID:8945-1712170800-1712176200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Genetics 101: Genetics & Advocacy. Challenging the Myths and Considering the Benefits of Genetics Counseling
DESCRIPTION:Parent to Parent of NYS: Genetics 101: Genetics & Advocacy. Challenging the Myths and Considering the Benefits of Genetics Counseling\n● Discuss with Experts in the field of Genetics\, from different perspectives\, and have honest conversations about Genetics; understanding it\, sharing its benefits\, and talking about the myths surrounding it\, in order to help us as parents to make more informed decisions about the role of genetics in our children’s healthcare. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/genetics-101-genetics-advocacy-challenging-the-myths-and-considering-the-benefits-of-genetics-counseling/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
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UID:8653-1712224800-1712229300@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What You Need to Know About Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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.\nCome join Parent to Parent NYS for this new presentation and learn what the laws says about LRE. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-you-need-to-know-about-least-restrictive-environment-lre-webinar/2024-04-04/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240408T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240116T232512Z
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UID:8772-1712601000-1712604600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit.
DESCRIPTION:This presentation 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. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-to-assist-your-visit/2024-04-08/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240313T163346Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T163346Z
UID:8918-1712682000-1712689200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent And Family Engagement Within The FBA And BIP Process via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Parent and Family Engagement within the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Process  \nFamilies\, Caregivers\, and Guardians\, will understand the definition of an FBA/BIP\, when it is needed\, and how it is conducted/developed and the role they play as part of the various teams. Participants will understand the FBA/BIP process and guidance in how the NYS Regulations and CPSE/CSE Committee are part of the process. \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-and-family-engagement-within-the-fba-and-bip-process-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240409T194500
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20231113T192612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T192019Z
UID:8474-1712687400-1712691900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Section 504\, Students with Disabilities in Public & Private Schools - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Section 504\, Students with Disabilities in Public & Private Schools. 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/IDEIA and their school district’s Committee on Special Education. If you are a parent\, grandparent\,guardian\,professional or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/section-504-students-with-disabilities-in-public-private-schools-webinar-7/2024-04-09/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240327T141254Z
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SUMMARY:Autism & Aging – Cognition and Well-being (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to this presentation by Hilde Geurts\, Ph.D. on research investigating autism\, age-related cognition\, and well-being. \nThis is a joint presentation by ARI and The World Autism Organisation. \nThe speaker:  Hilde Geurts\, Ph.D.\, is currently a professor in clinical neuropsychology and head of the section Brain & Cogntion at the Department of Psychology of the University of Amsterdam. Dr. Geurts studies autism and ADHD. Her starting point is the neurodiversity perspective\, and she focuses on cognition (especially cognitive control/executive functioning)\, inter & intra individual variability\, quality of life as well as interventions across the life span. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/autism-aging-cognition-and-well-being-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240313T180428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T180428Z
UID:8925-1712772000-1712779200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:How To Protect My Child’s Future Through Guardianship\, Wills & Trusts via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Planning for the future is especially important when you have a child with a disability. \nThis 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. \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-protect-my-childs-future-through-guardianship-wills-trusts-via-zoom-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240117T164139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T164139Z
UID:8799-1712775600-1712779200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Education Records Organizer via Zoom
DESCRIPTION: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. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/education-records-organizer-via-zoom-3/2024-04-10/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240313T181030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T181030Z
UID:8927-1712844000-1712851200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:EI To CPSE Transition For Parents via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:In this training families and caregivers will learn about the role of the Early Intervention Program\, Committee on Preschool Special Education and the important role of parents in the transition process. \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/ei-to-cpse-transition-for-parents-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240305T183936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T184914Z
UID:8872-1713351600-1713357000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Tina Beauparlant for this in-depth 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. \nREGISTER HERE!
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-regulations-of-the-commissioner-of-education-part-200-students-with-disabilities-webinar-9/2024-04-17/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20231114T190221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231114T190221Z
UID:8516-1713358800-1713362400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Autism and Sleep – Research Updates (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Learn research updates on co-occurring sleep disturbances and autism. \nSPEAKER \nDara S. Manoach\, PhD\, Paul B. and Sandra M. Edgerley MGH Research Scholar 2019-2024 is a Professor of Psychology in the Department of Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School. She is a neuropsychologist who received her Ph.D. in psychology from Harvard University. She completed a clinical psychology internship at McLean Hospital and a fellowship in clinical neuropsychology at the Behavioral Neurology Unit of Beth Israel Hospital. She is in the Department of Psychiatry at Massachusetts General Hospital and is a Faculty Associate at the Lurie Center for Autism. She is based at the Athinoula A. Martinos Center for Biomedical Imaging where she directs the Sleep\, Cognition\, and Neuropsychiatry (SCAN) Lab. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/autism-and-sleep-research-updates-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240313T192114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T192114Z
UID:8935-1713375000-1713380400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Effective and Collaborative Implementation of Family Engagement Resources via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Participants will: \n\nExplore meaningful and equitable training resources/tools to support effective family engagement and communication.\nExplore the use of critical thinking skills to deepen connection and understanding of the resources to support equitable family engagement.\n\n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/effective-and-collaborative-implementation-of-family-engagement-resources-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240313T193145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T180548Z
UID:8937-1713380400-1713384000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What Is a NY ABLE Account? via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The NY ABLE Program is a tax-advantaged savings program for individuals with disabilities and their families to save for their current or long term needs while maintaining their ability to benefit from federal benefits programs such as SSI\, SSDI and Medicaid. \nOur program offers multiple investment options including a checking account and debit card option allowing individuals with disabilities to maintain their independence and have quick and easy access to their own money. \nPresenter: Jenna McClosky\, Outreach Coordinator NY ABLE and 529 College Savings Program\, Office of the State Comptroller \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyera
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-a-ny-able-account-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240313T194756Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240313T194756Z
UID:8939-1713434400-1713441600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Explicit Vocabulary For Parents
DESCRIPTION:Children learn and develop vocabulary best when the discovery of new words and their meaning is introduced both at home and in school. \nThrough this training\, families and education professionals will learn about the importance of vocabulary instruction in language development and reading skills for elementary school grades. \nParticipants will leave with a set of practical tips\, strategies\, and resources that help foster a natural curiosity about unfamiliar words\, and how to encourage vocabulary development in a child’s daily life experiences and interactions. \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/explicit-vocabulary-for-parents/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20231219T194617Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T194705Z
UID:8670-1713438000-1713445200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Is Guardianship the Only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:Come join Michele Juda\, Ex. Director Parent to Parent of NYS\, 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. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/is-guardianship-the-only-option-an-overview-of-guardianship-and-the-many-alternatives/2024-04-18/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20231016T194051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240805T195819Z
UID:8315-1713897000-1713902400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What You Need to Know About Assistive Technology in the IEP - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS for this presentation on What You Need to Know About 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. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-you-need-to-know-about-assistive-technology-in-the-iep-via-zoom-2/2024-04-23/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240327T141745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T141745Z
UID:8970-1713963600-1713968100@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:White Matter Development and Language in Autism - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Learn about emerging research on white matter development and language abilities during infancy in autism. \nThe speaker: \n\nTyler McFayden\, PhD\, is a NICHD T32 Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. Prior to her T32 position\, she received her bachelor’s in science from Davidson College and PhD in Developmental and Clinical Psychology from Virginia Tech. She completed her APA-accredited internship at UNC’s Carolina Institute for Developmental Disabilities. Dr. McFayden currently works with Dr. Clare Harrop (Health Sciences) and Dr. Mike O’Shea (Pediatrics)\, researching social communication profiles of autistic youth and sex differences in neurodevelopmental trajectories. Dr. McFayden also works closely with Dr. Jessica Girault\, PhD\, a member of the IBIS group at UNC\, studying neuro-behavior relations in high-likelihood infant samples. The April presentation will feature results and discussions from their recent paper highlighting a novel white matter-language connection in the right arcuate fasciculus in infants who later are diagnosed with autism at 24 months. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/white-matter-development-and-language-in-autism-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240116T210657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T210735Z
UID:8756-1713985200-1713988800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs via Zoom
DESCRIPTION: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. \nREGISTER HERE. \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-via-zoom-2/2024-04-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240429T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T191147
CREATED:20240313T195256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T181438Z
UID:8941-1714413600-1714419000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Your Child In Work-Based Learning (WBL) Experiences via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Work-Based Learning (WBL) experiences are a way for students to develop skills and knowledge in the world of work. \nJoin us and gain foundational information of WBL\, program options\, who are the partners in WBL\, and increase career awareness in home and community \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/supporting-your-child-in-work-based-learning-wbl-experiences-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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