Autism Society Western New York

Webinar: Art as Communication
2020-04-23 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
A free workshop series for parents, teachers, therapists, and others working with children on the autism spectrum.
Shema Kolainu Hear Our Voices School & Center for Children with Autism presents the free webinar Art as Communication on Thursday, April 23 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. The workshop will be presented by art therapist Tzipora Silberman, MPS, ATR-BC, LCAT. Art as Communication is a special webinar workshop that will cover how art can be used as a form of communication. Along with a discussion of the therapeutic benefits children with Autism receive from expressing themselves through art. Participants will gain an understanding of art therapy and its success in increasing socialization skills and emotional development for children with Autism.
* Use the Eventbrite link below to register for the webinar.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/100963303960
** Once registered, participants will receive an email link with instructions to access the webinar on April 22, 2020. Please be sure to save info@kolainu.org in your contacts so that you don’t miss this link.

Fix My Family’s Morning Routine! Expert Solutions to Your Worst ADHD Schedule Problems - Live Webinar on April 23
2020-04-23 13:00 - 14:00
Your morning routine is broken — and exhausting. Your child stays up too late and sleeps half the morning away, or drags their feet over the slightest bit of work. Even without an early school bell, it’s nag nag nag to get your child to engage with remote learning. A high-protein breakfast of fresh eggs and fruit? Ha! You feel accomplished if no one is screaming.
In this webinar, ADHD expert Sharon Saline, Psy.D., will solve the new, specific problems with your family’s morning routine. Use the comments section below or email customerservice@additudemag.com to ask questions about the following:
• How to get your child out of bed at a reasonable hour
• How to get your child to follow a morning checklist without nagging
• How achieve ADHD symptom control first thing in the day
• How to get learning underway without battles
• How to integrate exercise and/or mindfulness into your morning
Certificate of Attendance: Attendees who successfully complete a survey after watching this webinar will be eligible to receive a one hour certificate of attendance. ADDitude does not offer CEU credits.
Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.
Register and you will receive ADDitude’s Morning Survival Guide for ADHD Families.
Register below for this free expert webinar to learn how to fix your family’s morning routine problems with real, specific solutions on Thursday, April 23, at 1 pm ET. Sign up and you will receive the free webinar replay link after 4/23 as well!
Register to reserve your spot for this free webinar and webinar replay: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1289771&tp_key=64fc147649
Not available April 23? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.

Family Fun Hour! - Scavenger Hunt (via webcam or telephone)
2020-04-23 17:00 - 18:00
An hour of fun for the whole family. We will be engaging in a Scavenger Hunt in our own homes and interacting via webcam. Families do not need to bring anything but themselves.
ABOUT THE HOST: Debbie Schutt, MS is Parent Network’s 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.
Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/121486013
You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3212 Access Code: 121-486-013
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ install/121486013

Buffalo Parents and Caregivers Chat Session - Conference Call
2020-04-23 19:00 - 20:00
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Family and Caregiver Group for Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities - Webinar
2020-04-24 13:00 - 14:30
Provides a welcoming environment for parents, family members and other caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support.
WILL BE USING GO-TO MEETING:
Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/ join/805112789
You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (312) 757-3121
Access Code: 805-112-789
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/805112789

Teaching Social Skills! - Webinar
2020-04-24 16:30 - 18:00
Join us for a presentation, discussion, and Q&A about social skills.
Does your child…
• have difficulty making friends?
• have trouble understanding body language?
• struggle with starting conversations?
• have trouble maintaining relationships?
• not want to play with other children?
• need to learn appropriate boundaries?
• interrupt others when they are speaking?
• have difficulty sharing or taking turns?
• not understand what is socially acceptable?
Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ join/781214781
You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (646) 749-3112 Access Code: 781-214-781
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ install/781214781
Live talk with your host Debbie Schutt, MS who is Parent Network’s 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.

FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION
2020-04-27 10:00 - 12:00
Front Door family information sessions have moved to virtual offerings. 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. Pre-registration is HIGHLY recommended. You may be turned away if the meeting room is full or the session has been cancelled.
If you have any questions, please contact Heidi Kaiser.
Heidi Kaiser, DDPS1
Care Coordination Support Liaison
Choices and Training Liaison
OPWDD Region 1- Finger Lakes
585-241-5726
585-241-5767 (fax)
Below is the most current listing and how to register in order to receive the WebEx details. Registration is limited. Sign up for one of the sessions.
Region /Area: Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes
County: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates
Date: 4/27/2020 Time: 10 a.m.. – 12 p.m. WebEx Event Preregistration Required. Registration contact: Heidi Kaiser at 585-241-5726 or Heidi.kaiser@opwdd.ny.gov
Region /Area: Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes
County: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates
Date: 4/28/2020 Time: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. WebEx Event Preregistration Required. Registration contact: Heidi Kaiser at 585-241-5726 or Heidi.kaiser@opwdd.ny.gov
Region /Area: Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes
County: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates
Date: 5/6/2020 Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. WebEx Event Preregistration Required. Registration contact: Heidi Kaiser at 585-241-5726 or Heidi.kaiser@opwdd.ny.gov
Region /Area: Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes
County: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates
Date: 5/7/2020 Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. WebEx Event Preregistration Required. Registration contact: Heidi Kaiser at 585-241-5726 or Heidi.kaiser@opwdd.ny.gov

Webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit
2020-04-27 12:00 - 13:15
Please join Sharon Marrella, Regional Coordinator as she presents a webinar on When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit.
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.
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/834619890596085773
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant
(518) 381-4350

Game-Changing Strategies for Raising Teen Boys with ADHD - Live Webinar on April 28
2020-04-28 13:00 - 14:00
Teen boys with ADHD have a hard road to travel as they take on more classes, harder assignments, an increasingly complex social environment, and a rapidly changing body. One of their biggest developmental tasks is to separate from parents. Ironically, they will need your wisdom, continued support, and encouragement to accomplish this independence.
To begin, parents must understand the neurobiological impact of ADHD on a teen’s behaviors. For instance, boys’ rising testosterone levels increase risk-taking behaviors, and their high rate of co-existing disorders increases challenges at school and home. Hyperactivity often improves as a boy matures, but he continues to lag behind peers cognitively and socially. Many successful adults with ADHD report that the most important factor in achieving independence is the support of a person who never gave up on them. The good news is that you can be that person for your son.
In this webinar, you will learn proven, research-based strategies like the following to improve outcomes for your son and happiness for your family:
• Set realistic expectations for your son in different areas of his life – home, school, community
• Identify what he “can’t” do for himself and what he “won’t” do for himself, and implement support strategies where needed
• Focus on your son’s strengths while shoring up weaknesses that may keep him from using those strengths
• Help him figure out what helps him succeed and how to advocate for his needs
• Use proven methods to encourage motivation to change behavior, including involving him in planning for change, setting manageable goals with immediate rewards or consequences, and keeping a record of his successes
• Set the right example by showing good behavioral control, respect for others, problem-solving skills, and the ability to recover from setbacks.
Register below for this free expert webinar on raising teen boys with ADHD on Tuesday, April 28, at 1 pm ET.
Sign up and you will receive the free webinar replay link after 4/28 as well!
Register to reserve your spot for this free webinar and webinar replay: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1291401&tp_key=c4dd877fde
Not available April 28? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.
Presenter: Mary Anne Richey, M.Ed., is a Licensed School Psychologist in private practice in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, with a special interest in ADHD. She has a wide range of public school experience ranging from teaching to administration in elementary, middle, and high school settings. She was selected Florida School Psychologist of the Year for 2012. She has spoken at national and international conferences on ADHD, executive functioning difficulties, and learning disabilities and has co-authored four books on ADHD and executive functioning difficulties, including Raising Boys with ADHD and The ADHD Empowerment Guide, both published by Prufrock Press.

FRONT DOOR FAMILY INFORMATION SESSION
2020-04-28 13:00 - 14:00
Front Door family information sessions have moved to virtual offerings. 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. Pre-registration is HIGHLY recommended. You may be turned away if the meeting room is full or the session has been cancelled.
If you have any questions, please contact Heidi Kaiser.
Heidi Kaiser, DDPS1
Care Coordination Support Liaison
Choices and Training Liaison
OPWDD Region 1- Finger Lakes
585-241-5726
585-241-5767 (fax)
Below is the most current listing and how to register in order to receive the WebEx details. Registration is limited. Sign up for one of the sessions.
Region /Area: Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes
County: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates
Date: 4/28/2020 Time: 1 p.m. – 2 p.m. WebEx Event Preregistration Required. Registration contact: Heidi Kaiser at 585-241-5726 or Heidi.kaiser@opwdd.ny.gov
Region /Area: Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes
County: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates
Date: 5/6/2020 Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. WebEx Event Preregistration Required. Registration contact: Heidi Kaiser at 585-241-5726 or Heidi.kaiser@opwdd.ny.gov
Region /Area: Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes
County: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates
Date: 5/7/2020 Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. WebEx Event Preregistration Required. Registration contact: Heidi Kaiser at 585-241-5726 or Heidi.kaiser@opwdd.ny.gov

Webinar: Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
2020-04-28 18:00 - 19:00
Please join Maryalice Fegeley, 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.
Please register with the link below.
https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3653827078549780749
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
If you have questions please contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350

Transition to Kindergarten for Children with Special Needs (CPSE - CSE) Webinar
2020-04-28 18:00 - 20:00
Going to Kindergarten is an exciting time for every child and family. In this workshop we will discuss the differences between preschool special education and school age special education. We will answer your questions and help you prepare for this transition.
To register online please go to: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/ register/1181116687187182605

Let’s Talk Teletherapy!
2020-04-29 19:00 - 20:30
Join us to learn about making the most out of your teletherapy sessions!
Teletherapy can be an incredible opportunity to have one on one contact with your providers to help solve issues at home – if you make the most of it!
This Live Talk will give you the tools to communicate your concerns with your provider while developing strategies you can actually use with items you actually have right at your fingertips.
ABOUT THE HOST
Elizabeth Bailey-Sands Clay has been working directly with children with complicated medical issues in their homes for over 25 years. She is the Director of Physical Therapy at Beyond Boundaries: Therapy for Kids and is the only therapist in New York with advanced certification in Manual Structural Correction of the Symptom Recovery Models. This former home-school mom is passionate about adaptive equipment and manages a library to get gently-used adaptive equipment into children’s homes as quickly as possible. We will explore how to combine goals from all disciplines so you can structure your therapy with your child to get the most bang for your buck.
Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ join/454429893
You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (224) 501-3412 Access Code: 454-429-893
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ install/454429893

Parent to Parent of NYS Fathers Group Virtual Meeting-April 30, 2020
2020-04-30 07:00 - 20:30
Parent to Parent is establishing an informal Fathers Group to meet online via Zoom and discuss the role of dads in navigating their child’s special needs. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, April 30, beginning at 7:00 p.m. Connect at the following:
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/98690987413
Meeting ID: 986 90998 7413
One tap mobile: 1646879923,,9869087413#US (New York)
All conversations are confidential.

ADHD Life: Reassessing Goals and Priorities After a Pandemic - Live Webinar on April 30
2020-04-30 13:00 - 14:00
Wasn’t life challenging enough already? Didn’t folks struggle inordinately to get things done, arrive on time, and organize our lives? Didn’t ADHD all by itself make folks more than enough anxious or depressed — not knowing if you planned well enough, got all the details, or were going to be able to finish a task on time? Now with a global pandemic and quarantine added to the mix, ‘normal’ can at times seem like just a figment of our imaginations.
Could it be that this ‘Global Pause’ actually affords all of us the rare opportunity to redefine what we would like our new “normal” to look like? ? To evaluate what’s really important in life? To learn new strategies to guide us toward happiness after the pandemic?
In this webinar you will learn the following skills:

Take Aways. Lessons learned from this “clearing the deck” exercise. As all the business of our lives has grinded to a halt, it’s a great time to evaluate what you actually want to put back into your life as things get started back. What actually brings you and your family joy? What is actually beneficial for you? What might you now want to let go of?
Learn the cognitive behavioral technique to help you develop a healthy frame of mind for managing stress and becoming successful in this new environment.
Resetting to this new normal. Learn how to take stock by assessing your current baseline — successes and areas in which you desire improvement. Checklists and graphs that may help.
Developing a resilience mindset. Learn how to make specific behavioral changes that can help you better weather this situation, as well as others in the future. Learn the importance of being kinder and gentler to both yourself and others. Humor and connection may help.
Strategies, structures and supports. Learn ways to set up new processes to deal your ever changing world. Developing structure in your day, shopping, communicating, playing, being productive and keeping you and your family safe.

Meet the Expert Speaker: Michele Novotni, Ph.D., is an internationally recognized expert in the field of ADHD. She is the former president and CEO of the national Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA), an inspiring speaker, best selling author, psychologist, coach and parent of a young adult with AD/HD. She is the author of Adult AD/HD and What Does Everybody Else Know That I Don’t?.
Register to reserve your spot for this free webinar and webinar replay: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1306204&tp_key=8d865da358
Not available April 30? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.
Certificate of Attendance: Attendees who successfully complete a survey after watching this webinar will be eligible to receive a one hour certificate of attendance. ADDitude does not offer CEU credits.
Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.

Coronavirus Impact: Talking to Kids About Changing Schedules, Altered Plans, and Disruption - Webinar
2020-04-30 13:00 - 14:00
Ongoing schedule changes and uncertainty due to the spread of the Coronavirus can present special challenges. Tune in to hear ideas for providing compassionate support to individuals on the autism spectrum who are experiencing disruptions and anxiety related to the virus and its impact.
About the speaker:
Amanda Tami, LPC, BCBA, 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.
Amanda is pleased to be able to share her experience and knowledge in the Johnson Center’s Behavioral Services and Counseling program, giving her the opportunity to pursue her passion for helping children and adolescents with special needs. Amanda comes from a unique position in her education and background to understand the challenges that clients and their families face – developmentally, behaviorally, emotionally, and systematically – to see the patterns and teach the skills needed to improve quality and functioning in all aspects of life.
Register Now for Coronavirus Impact Webinar: https://www.autism.org/coronavirus/

Let's Talk to a Pediatrician About Mental Health
2020-04-30 19:00 - 20:30
Join us for a discussion about mental health!
Did You Know?…
• Parental mental health is important. Get help for yourself and model how to overcome challenges and ultimately become more resilient.
• Mental health issues are common. Educate yourself and others about mental illness.
• It’s important to seek treatment early. If not treated, mental illness can get worse and be dangerous. Discuss concerns with your child’s pediatrician early on.
• In New York, all schools are required to provide mental health education in the classroom.
• There are systems, services and support available for families if you and/or your child have a mental health issue.
Live talk with Dr. Dina Spiropoulos!
About Your Host
Dr. Dina Spiropoulos, MD, is a pediatrician who provides trauma-sensitive care for inpatient children and teens at the Western New York Children’s Psychiatric Center.
She previously partnered with mental health specialists to bring universal maternal depression and social emotional screening with linkage to needed services at a private practice pediatric group.
Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ join/174359397
You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3212 Access Code: 174-359-397
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ install/174359397

Family & Caregiver Group for Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities
2020-05-01 13:00 - 14:30
PURPOSE: Provide a welcoming environment for parents, family members and other caregivers of individuals
with developmental disabilities to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support.
WILL BE USING GO-TO MEETING: Please join my meeting from your computer, tablet or smartphone. https://global.gotomeeting.com/ join/805112789
You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (312) 757-3121 Access Code: 805-112-789
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/install/805112789
If you have any questions contact us at : (716) 332-4170 or info@parentnetworkwny.org,

Jamestown Family & Caregiver Developmental Disabilities Group
2020-05-02 14:00 - 15:00
To join the session: https://zoom.us/j/91616789464?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 916 1678 9464
Password: [REDACTED]

Mindfulness Mondays
2020-05-04 19:00 - 20:00
Join us to learn how to use mindfulness to reduce the stress of your parent and caregiver roles!
Do you…
• Feel stressed by your role as parent/caregiver (and everything else you do)?
• Find yourself especially overwhelmed during this COVID-19 pandemic?
• Feel responsible for things you cannot control or do not feel confident doing?
• Want to discover how mindfulness can help?
Live Talks with Dr. Mindy Scirri! Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ join/349214709
You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (872) 240-3412 Access Code: 349-214-709
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ install/349214709
Mindy Scirri, Ph.D., is a Learning (Dis)abilities Specialist with over 20 years of experience in the direct service of K-12 and college students with and without special needs. Dr. Scirri also has over 10 years of experience in teacher preparation and has presented to administrators, teachers, support staff, and parents at local, state, national, and international venues. She currently collaborates with Mount Saint Mary College’s Center on Aging and Disability Policy and the Parent Network of WNY to bring Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) to parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs.
info@parentnetworkwny.org 716-332-4170 parentnetworkwny.org

Family & Caregiver Niagara Autism Group
2020-05-04 19:00 - 20:30
PURPOSE: Provide a welcoming environment for parents and other caregivers
of children with autism spectrum disorders to meet, share experiences,
ask questions and receive support.
MAY 2020
Practicing Social Distancing but still need to talk? We will be meeting via conference call! Call: 716-332-4112 Password is 1234#.
May 4th & May 18th – 7 pm
RSVP TO ATTEND www.parentnetworkwny.org or (716) 332-4170 or info@parentnetworkwny.org
FREE TO ATTEND – ALL ARE WELCOME BUT RESERVATIONS ARE APPRECIATED.

Let’s Talk Technology!
2020-05-05 19:00 - 20:30
Join us to discuss remote learning and challenges with technology.
Are you having difficulty getting your child to read text in Google Docs or working in Google Classroom?
Are you having difficulty helping your child take notes while watching long videos?
Students with reading, writing and comprehension difficulties are struggling to keep up with doing all their work on the computer.
In this session parents can learn about the different formats that are being uploaded by teachers and how they can have their child manipulate them effectively. Learn how to use free text-to-speech tools to read text or speech recognition to write.
Live Talk with Sumana Silverheels! Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ join/804770549
You can also dial in using your phone. United States: +1 (408) 650-3123 Access Code: 804-770-549
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ install/804770549
About the Host: Sumana Silverheels is the Technology Accommodations Coordinator for Student Accessibility Services at Buffalo State College. In addition to providing services to students with disabilities at the college, she has a private practice providing assistive technology services to ACCES-VR, NYSCB and local school districts. She has over 25 years of experience in the field and has presented in many local and national conferences promoting practical use of technology to enhance functional abilities of individuals with disabilities.

Webinar: Education Records Organizer
2020-05-06 11:00 - 12:00
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, 518-381-4350.
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8961472068640406785

Free Baking Class: How to Bake Scones
2020-05-06 11:00 - 12:00
Presented by Accessible Academics
Free baking class! Learn how to bake scones with Barbara. Ask questions live as you follow-along with her or just enjoy watching the class.
About this Event
Enjoy this free baking class to learn how to bake scones! You will receive a copy of the recipe and Zoom link in your email after you register. Ask Barbara questions live as you follow along with the recipe.
To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-baking-class-how-to-bake-scones-tickets-103278749520

FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION
2020-05-06 13:00 - 15:00
Front Door family information sessions have moved to virtual offerings. 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. Pre-registration is HIGHLY recommended. You may be turned away if the meeting room is full or the session has been cancelled.
If you have any questions, please contact Heidi Kaiser.
Heidi Kaiser, DDPS1
Care Coordination Support Liaison
Choices and Training Liaison
OPWDD Region 1- Finger Lakes
585-241-5726
585-241-5767 (fax)
Below is the most current listing and how to register in order to receive the WebEx details. Registration is limited. Sign up for one of the sessions.
Region /Area: Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes
County: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates
Date: 5/6/2020 Time: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. WebEx Event Preregistration Required. Registration contact: Heidi Kaiser at 585-241-5726 or Heidi.kaiser@opwdd.ny.gov
Region /Area: Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes
County: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates
Date: 5/7/2020 Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. WebEx Event Preregistration Required. Registration contact: Heidi Kaiser at 585-241-5726 or Heidi.kaiser@opwdd.ny.gov

Autism Virtual Conference -Teaching to Successful Outcomes: Supporting Children with Autism in the Home, School & Community
2020-05-07 - 2020-05-08
Autism Virtual Conference -Teaching to Successful Outcomes: Supporting Children with Autism in the Home, School & Community
FREE
WHEN:
May 7 – 8, 2020
May 7: Keynote Speaker 2:00pm
May 8: Sessions from 9:00am – 8:15pm
WHERE:
Online Event: Links Provided Upon Registration, To Register for this FREE event: https://nysrcasd.org/events/695/registrations/new OR call 516-628-5647.
May 7th Keynote:
Redefining Consequences: Strategies for Reducing Challenging Behaviors; David L. Meichenbaum Ph.D., LCP; 2:00pm – 4:30pm
May 8th Sessions:
Advanced Language Training for Children with Autism; Ray Cepeda, BCaBA, CBAA 9:00am – 10:15am
Executive Function in Children with ASD: Practical Strategies for Improving Organization and Performance; Kari Sassu, Ph.D.; 10:30am – 11:45am
Building Skills vs Doing Skills: Strategies for Fostering Independence & Reducing Supports; David Meichenbaum, Ph.D., LCP; 1:30pm – 2:45pm
Planning Educational Programs for Students with Autism: Best Practices; Christine Reeve, Ph.D., BCBA-D; 3:00pm – 4:15pm
Rethinking Transition Models for People with ASD: Strategies that Really Work!; Darlene Magito-McLaughlin, Ph.D., LBA, BCBA-D; 4:30pm – 5:45pm
Understanding Repetitive Behaviors in Children with Autism; Jillian Doran, BCBA, LBA; 7:00pm – 8:15pm
The Regional Center for Autism Spectrum Disorder at Old Westbury (RCASD Old Westbury) is a university affiliated resource center that brings research and practice together in community settings. RCASD Old Westbury provides evidence-based training and support to families and professionals, and through ongoing research, contributes knowledge to the field of autism spectrum disorder.

Coping Skills webinar
2020-05-07 08:30 - 09:30
Coping Skills webinar – Defining and developing creative coping strategies to help manage emotions and behavior challenges
Does Your Child….
• have a hard time managing their thoughts, feelings, and emotions?
• experience a lot of anxiety?
• have difficulty with change, transitions, or disruptions to their routine?
• need to learn ways to self-soothe?
• get “stuck” on a specific item?
• have difficulty with attention and focus?
• get easily overwhelmed?
• have trouble processing disruptive thoughts?
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/tJAkdOyrpz8oGNVitn4DFMHhSbsNfcm0pYVs
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION
2020-05-07 10:00 - 12:00
Front Door family information sessions have moved to virtual offerings. 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. Pre-registration is HIGHLY recommended. You may be turned away if the meeting room is full or the session has been cancelled.
If you have any questions, please contact Heidi Kaiser.
Heidi Kaiser, DDPS1
Care Coordination Support Liaison
Choices and Training Liaison
OPWDD Region 1- Finger Lakes
585-241-5726
585-241-5767 (fax)
Region /Area: Region 1/Western & Finger Lakes
County: Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Chemung, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Niagara, Monroe, Ontario, Orleans, Schuyler, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, Yates
Date: 5/7/2020 Time: 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. WebEx Event Preregistration Required. Registration contact: Heidi Kaiser at 585-241-5726 or Heidi.kaiser@opwdd.ny.gov

Free Lunchtime Learning Series: Self-Care during Quarantine
2020-05-07 12:00 - 12:30
Presented by Accessible Academics
Come together and have a discussion with Accessible Academic staff on how things have been going during this difficult time and share resources.
About this Event
This is a free event to learn some self-care ideas and share resources on how to cope during this difficult time. Accessible Academics are interested in learning from you how things have been going and what they can do to support one another. Please also check out their free yoga and meditation retreats that they are offering!
To register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/free-lunchtime-learning-series-self-care-during-quarantine-tickets-103280737466

Sensory-Smart Strategies for Children with Sensory Processing Disorder and ADHD -Live Webinar on May 7 (rescheduled from April 9)
2020-05-07 13:00 - 14:00
Sensory sensitivities are a common but misunderstood problem that affect behavior, influencing the way children learn, move, relate to others, and feel about themselves.
About 40 percent of people with ADHD also have Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), a condition that causes over- or under-sensitivity to touch sensations, movement, sounds and other stimuli. Sensory issues interfere with children’s participation and enjoyment in everyday experiences at home, at school, and out in the world. Here, top experts Carol Kranowitz and Lindsey Biel will offer an effective approach for supporting kids with overlapping disorders.
In this webinar, you will learn about:

On-the-spot, sensory strategies for helping children with SPD and ADHD function better in commonly problematic situations when out and about (playground, barbershop, birthday party)
Strategies for everyday situations when at home (grooming, dressing, doing chores)
Strategies to encourage more confident work and play at school

Meet the Expert Speakers:
Lindsey Biel, M.A., OTR/L, is an occupational therapist with a private practice in New York City where she evaluates and treats children, teens, and young adults with sensory processing issues, autism spectrum disorders, and other challenges. She is co-author of the award-winning Raising a Sensory Smart Child: The Definitive Handbook for Helping Your Child with Sensory Processing Issues, with a foreword by Temple Grandin. She is also the author of Sensory Processing Challenges: Effective Clinical Work with Kids & Teens, co-created the Sensory Processing Master Class DVD program, and has authored two chapters in Dr. William Steele’s book Optimizing Learning Outcomes. She teaches workshops to parents, teachers, therapists, doctors, and others across the country. Visit Lindsey at sensorysmarts.com for downloadable checklists, articles, webcasts and more.
Carol Stock Kranowitz, M.A., a former music and movement teacher, introduced Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) to parents and educators around the world through her groundbreaking book, The Out-of-Sync Child. This first book in the “Sync” series has sold a million copies and ranks among the top ten books about children with disabilities. Her most recent publications are the Spanish translation, El Niño Desincronizado (April 2020), and a new sequel, The Out-of-Sync Child Grows Up: Coping with SPD in the Adolescent and Young Adult Years. www.carolstockkranowitz.com
Register to reserve your spot for this free webinar and webinar replay: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1285554&tp_key=8183a26a5a
Not available May 7? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.
Certificate of Attendance: Attendees who successfully complete a survey after watching this webinar will be eligible to receive a one hour certificate of attendance. ADDitude does not offer CEU credits.
Have a question for our experts? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.
