Got Stress? Get Mindful
2020-08-28 15:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York)
Youth between the ages of 14 and 26
Do you…
• Feel stressed or overwhelmed?
• Worry a lot about what happened in the past or will happen?
• Want to learn ways to focus better and feel better?
ABOUT THE HOSTS
Saafir is a student at Canisius College studying Human Services. Mindfulness has been an essential part of his work with the Erie County Restorative Justice Coalition and is directly intertwined with the circles and programming that Saafir is passionate about hosting for local youth.
Jesse is a studying education at Canisius College. He first came across mindfulness practice with the Erie County
Restorative Justice Coalition, where Jesse plans circles and leads programs in youth engagement.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
Register in advance for this meeting: ParePaOPOPStahttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEvce-upz0tH9Wu4xN9CT-AZQQLWtJFKIDr
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Ask Me Anything! Behavior Edition
2020-08-31 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 https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/329637733 or call in to Ask Me Anything! Behavior Edition.
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.

Live Webinar on September 1: “My Child’s Handwriting Is So Messy!” Strategies for Improving Dysgraphia in Children with ADHD
2020-09-01 13:00 - 14:00
Dysgraphia is a learning disability that affects the ability of a child, teen, or adult to express their thoughts on paper and on screen. It affects 20% to 60% of people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In addition to impairing handwriting and keyboarding, dysgraphia interferes with academic achievement and self-esteem. In other words, it is much more than messy writing.
Dysgraphia varies in its symptoms and severity, and can be easy to miss in kids, particularly in mild cases. If your child has dysgraphia, they may struggle with more than just writing — they might also find it hard to tie shoelaces, for example. Because children with dysgraphia are often skilled at reading or at expanding on a topic verbally, their struggles with writing may be blamed on “laziness” or “carelessness.” Like other learning disabilities, dysgraphia is genetic and often runs in families.
Occupational therapist and best-selling author Lindsey Biel explains why children can’t always show what they know on paper, and provides practical sensory-smart strategies that can help them do that.
In this webinar, you will learn:

Why handwriting requires much more than fine motor skills
Fun activities that build underlying, foundational skills
Practical ways to enhance attention and reduce conflicting sensory input
Multisensory strategies that helps kids with ADHD enjoy writing
Tips and tools for handwriting and keyboarding

Certificate of Attendance: For information on how to purchase the certificate of attendance option, register for the webinar, then look for instructions in the email you’ll receive around 45 minutes after it ends. The certificate of attendance link will also be available here, on the webinar replay page, several hours after the live webinar. 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.
Meet the Expert Speaker
Lindsey Biel, M.A., OTR/L, is a pediatric occupational therapist with a private practice in New York City where she evaluates and treats children, adolescents, and young adults with sensory processing issues, developmental delays, autism spectrum disorders, and other challenges. With the COVID-19 pandemic, she now offers teletherapy to families and schools nationwide.
Lindsey 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 and has authored two chapters in Dr. William Steele’s book Optimizing Learning Outcomes as well as contributed to the all-new edition of Kim West’s classic Good Night, Sleep Tight.
Register for this free expert webinar to learn strategies for improving dysgraphia in children with ADHD on Tuesday, September 1 at 1 pm ET. https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1346109&tp_key=3b93776813Sign up and you will receive the free webinar replay link after 9/1 as well! Not available September 1? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.

New Beginning-Returning to School During COVID-19
2020-09-02 19:00 - 20:30
As we begin the new school year, our panelists will share their own lived experience as a framework to move forward, to support, and to guide families with strategies for mental health management as school begins again.
Join Peg Barrett, Social Worker, Kristie Moscato, Community Engagement Manager and Youth Peer Advocates Caleek Roman and Julianna Hill via a Zoom meeting.
Register here:
https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJcsduyqpz4sE9VcnQybsE8C-OgOyX0XCvKE
Questions?
Email peersupport@mhawny.org Call/Text 716-245-5339

Buffalo Parent & Caregiver Chat Sessions
2020-09-03 19:00 - 20:00, 2020-09-10 19:00 - 20:00
Join us at our weekly chat sessions to discuss your questions & concerns. Buffalo Families! We are here to answer your questions and concerns on a wide range of topics including
• Transitions
• Meltdowns
• Time Management
• Technology Needs
• Guidance to Resources in Buffalo
• And Any Other Topics, General Questions or Concerns!
ABOUT THE HOSTS
Kim Hernandez is a Family Support Specialist at Parent Network of WNY. She has been working with the families in the city of Buffalo for over 17 years. Her expertise is supporting families from disadvantaged communities who have children with a variety of disabilities.
Lizarelis Ali is a Family Support Specialist at Parent Network of WNY. She has been working with the families in the city of Buffalo for over 20 years. Her expertise is supporting families from disadvantaged communities who have children with autism, ADHD and learning disabilities.
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: 174-359-39
New to GoToMeeting? Get the app now and be ready when your first meeting starts: https://global.gotomeeting.com/ install/174359397

Creating Structure & Routine at Home with Hybrid-Model Schooling
2020-09-04 08:00 - 10:00
Strategies for setting up routine and structure in the home when children are engaged in hybrid-model schooling.
Learn tips to set up a routine that will be helpful in keeping everyone on track with in-school days and distance learning days. Ideas for helping to keep your child/children engaged in their distance learning by setting up the structure they need to be successful.
Strategies for parents/caregivers working from home while children are engaged in distance learning. Participants will receive copy of social skills story titled “School is Different”.
TARGET AUDIENCE: Parents/Caregivers of School-Aged Children
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/tJwufu2tqDgoG9yrpOjPsgV24TqSohJ1A-bj
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Live Webinar on September 8: Navigating the Life Stages of ADHD: Key Concerns and Strategies for Diagnosing and Treating Adults with ADHD
2020-09-08 13:00 - 14:00
(Part 3 of a Three-Part Series on Managing ADHD Across the Lifespan)
ADHD in adults is among the most impairing outpatient disorders seen in clinical practice. ADHD is viewed as a disorder of self-regulation and executive functioning. The condition has an adverse affect on family functioning, self-care and independence, education, peer relationships, sexual activities, driving, money management, occupational functioning, antisocial behavior, substance abuse, marriage, and child rearing, among others.
ADHD expert Russell Barkley will discuss the latest research on how to meet the many challenges facing adults with ADHD — from diagnosis and evaluation to everyday symptom management. Adults will also learn about the most effective treatments for managing common risks while living with ADHD.
In this webinar you will learn:

The findings from the latest studies, and Dr. Barkley’s own research, on the impairments caused by ADHD in adulthood
Ways to ensure an accurate diagnosis for adult ADHD
How to identify the detailed risks within each domain of impairment — education, occupational functioning, social functioning, driving, and so on.
Key recommendations and treatments to address ADHD symptoms in adults

Certificate of Attendance: For information on how to purchase the certificate of attendance option, register for the webinar, then look for instructions in the email you’ll receive around 45 minutes after it ends. The certificate of attendance link will also be available here, on the webinar replay page, several hours after the live webinar. 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.
Meet the Expert Speaker
Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D., is a Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center, Richmond, VA. He is board certified in Clinical Psychology (ABPP), Clinical Child and Adolescent Psychology, and Clinical Neuropsychology (ABCN, ABPP). Dr. Barkley is a clinical scientist, educator, and practitioner who has published 26 other books, rating scales, and clinical manuals numbering more than 43 editions, and creator of 7 award winning professional videos. He has also published more than 300 scientific articles and book chapters related to the nature, assessment, and treatment of ADHD and related disorders. He is the founder and Editor of the clinical newsletter, The ADHD Report, now in its 28th year of publication. Dr. Barkley has presented more than 800 invited lectures in more than 30 countries and appeared on nationally televised shows such as 60 Minutes, the Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS Sunday Morning, CNN, and many others. He has received numerous awards from professional societies and ADHD organizations for his lifetime achievements, contributions to research and clinical practice, and the dissemination of science. His websites are www.russellbarkley.org and www.ADHDLectures.com.
Register for this free expert webinar to learn key concerns and strategies for diagnosing and treating adults with ADHD on Tuesday, September 8, at 1 pm ET. https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1348191&tp_key=8a74875b6cSign up and you will receive the free webinar replay link after 9/8 as well! Not available September 8? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.

Take the Stress out of Transition Ask Me
2020-09-09 11:00 - 12:00
Need answers for after the bus stops coming?
Do you have a high schooler with a learning difference?
Do you have questions about accommodations at work or college?
Not sure what to ask? Or who to ask?
Click the link or call in to Ask Me Anything about Transition https://zoom.us/j/94312045558? pwd=[REDACTED] DhORXpzdz09
Dial by your location
+1 646 558 8656
US (New York)
Meeting ID: 943 1204 5558
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/adTpItYB0T
Ask Me Anything: Transition— is hosted by Tonia Weichmann. Tonia is the Transition Coordinator at Parent Network of WNY, with over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families on a wide variety of concerns associated with Learning Differences and Transitioning. The years of experiences have provided the ability to support young adults as they develop their skills and goals, educate families and professionals on ways to guide and support young adults, connecting to resources and services, and empower individuals to make an informed decision.

The Role of Neurotransmitters in GI Disorders Related to Autism
2020-09-09 13:00 - 14:00
Tune in to learn about research exploring the role enteric neurotransmitters, specifically serotonin and oxytocin, play in enteric nervous system (ENS) development and how, when signaling of either of these neurotransmitters is abnormal, it can result in intestinal inflammation and/or motility dysfunction.
Register: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/944629322134593803
About the Speaker: Kara Gross Margolis, MD is an Associate Professor of Pediatrics and a pediatric gastroenterologist with a clinical expertise in brain-gut axis disorders, and particularly autism spectrum disorders (ASD). She has published highly novel observations on the roles that enteric neurotransmitters, specifically serotonin and oxytocin, play in enteric nervous system (ENS) development and how, when signaling of either of these neurotransmitters is abnormal, result in intestinal inflammation and/or motility dysfunction. She has more recently leveraged her expertise to study disorders of the brain-gut axis from the perspective of the ENS. Her studies in this area thus far have focused on two disorders that have been classically thought of as central nervous system (CNS)-centric, ASD and developmental antidepressant (selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor; SSRI) exposure. Her overall goals are to pursue translational research that interrogates basic mechanisms underlying important clinical conditions, in order to utilize this knowledge to develop novel therapeutic strategies.

Help! My Child Won’t Wear a Mask!
2020-09-10 08:00 - 10:00
Strategies and tips for parents, caregivers, and professionals who engage with children experiencing behavior challenges related to wearing a face mask.
Learn tips and strategies to use with children, tweens, and teens. Specific strategies for individuals diagnosed with developmental disabilities, sensory processing challenges, physical disabilities, speech or hearing impairments, and more.
Participants will receive copies of two (2) social skills stories: “We All Wear Masks” and “School is Different”.
TARGET AUDIENCE: Parents/Caregivers of School-Aged Children
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/tJwkdeygpjkuHtRLyRM8yfLplU3MEub26_j6
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Your Mama Doesn’t Work Here Anymore
2020-09-10 16:00 - 16:30
Teens and young adults…What do you need to be successful at work?
This workshop will teach participants to identify future goals, make a plan to meet your goals and learn the skills you need to get and keep a job. (Geared towards individuals with disabilities.)
Presentation & Discussion with Tonia Weichmann!
ABOUT THE HOST
Tonia Weichmann is the Transition Coordinator at Parent Network of Western New York. She has over 20 years experience working with young adults with disabilities, their families, and professionals. Her personal mission is to ensure that all young adults have the skills, knowledge, and support to achieve their life goals. Life is full of opportunity and knowing where to find the resources and supports that are needed is one of the most important steps.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMvcuysrT8oHNBnduv3KpZ-i1NXUPVnUSRM
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Chautauqua County Family & Caregiver Support Group
2020-09-10 18:00 - 19:30 | Allen Park, 31 Hughes St., Jamestown, NY, 14701, United States
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.
In Person Meeting: Thursday, September 10, 2020 from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
“Social Distancing Get Together”
Meeting at Allen Park this one time
Allen Park, 31 Hughes Street, Jamestown NY
If you have any questions contact us at (716) 332-4170 or info@parentnetworkwny.org or join the group on Facebook for future dates, helpful hints and links CHQ Support Group for Parents/Caregivers of Children with Special Needs.

Parent Member Training Webinar Three (3) Part Series- Part 1
2020-09-12 10:00 - 11:00
Parent Members contribute valuable information and support to families who request their attendance at an IEP meeting.
Parent Members participate in discussions
about:
• Eligibility for special education services
• Educational planning and goal-setting
• Learning in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
• Understanding the evaluation and placement processes
Parent Members help to ensure that the student’s family member(s):
• Understand and are comfortable with the IEP team’s decisions
• Have had their questions and concerns addressed
Hosts
Katie Junevic is an Early Childhood Professional Development Specialist with Parent Network of WNY. She has been working in the Special Education field for over 10 years and is the mother to an amazing 8 year old son.
Tonia Weichmann is the Transition Coordinator at Parent Network of WNY, with over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families on a wide variety of concerns associated with Learning Differences and Transitioning.
Saturday, September 12, 19 & 26 from 10 – 11 am. You must attend all three (3) sessions to receive certificate!
You are invited to this Webinar.
Please register in advance https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3665588557591463437
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
This link will be the same for all three (3) sessions.

Come Ask the Advocate your questions about CSE or 504 plans. Webinar
2020-09-14 11:00 - 12:00
Come Ask the Advocate your questions about CSE or 504 plans.
Do you know how to request information about your child / student?
Do you understand your role at a CSE meeting?
Do you know how to discuss your child’s needs at a CSE meeting?
If you have questions, we have answers for you!
Please register at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2349488532130010382
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.

Let's Talk Mindfulness & Managing Stress
2020-09-14 19:00 - 20:00
Do You….
• Feel overwhelmed and unable to stop?
• Find yourself dwelling on the past and/or worrying about the future?
• Feel stuck in a cycle of regret, exhaustion, and fear?
• Want to learn how mindfulness can reduce stress and foster positive attitudes?
• Each week will highlight a new strategy.
Presentation & Discussion with Theresa Drum & Mindy Scirri Ph.D. !
Theresa Drum has over 25 years of experience supporting and educating families who have children with special needs. Her first hand experiences as a parent and caregiver bring a valuable perspective and insight to the importance of mindfulness and stress reduction.
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.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting
Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJMqdOuqqTouGNKkzM9x8RXnbm1qrky0-czX
Last minute registration welcome. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Compensatory Services Big Questions for Students with Disabilities During COVID-19
2020-09-15 11:00 - 13:00
During this national emergency, schools must prioritize, above all else, the safety of students, staff, and communities. Consistent with this priority, schools are still obligated to provide a student with a free and appropriate public education.
If a child did or did not receive services during a closure, a child’s IEP team (or appropriate personnel under Section 504) must therefore make an individualized determination whether and to what extent compensatory education services may be needed as a result of COVID-related disruptions to the provision of FAPE. This presentation will include perspectives from both parents and school districts, as well as an overview of the Due Process laws and techniques for parents to monitor academic and IEP goal progress. This presentation is for parents, professionals and providers who want to learn to what extent compensatory education services may be needed this Fall and how to advocate for it.
PRESENTERS:
Christen Smith, Staff Attorney, Legal Aid Society of Northeastern NY
Tina Beauparlant, Reginal Program Manager/Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS
Erin Hill, Director of Special Programs, Cohoes City School District
Registration details: http://parenttoparentnys.org/images/uploads/pdfs/September_2020_Flyer_-_Compensatory_Services_(1)1.docx
http://parenttoparentnys.org/images/uploads/pdfs/September_2020_Flyer_-_Compensatory_Services1.pdf

Health, Wellness, and the Real Value of Your Life Plan
2020-09-15 12:00 - 13:00
Join us for the next installment of our HOT TOPICS webinar series: “Health, Wellness and the Value of Your Life Plan.”
Our experts will discuss “the why” behind the Life Plan, and how it can help you or your loved one live a healthy, fulfilling life!
Register for September 15 webinar at 12 PM ➡️ https://bit.ly/334Ealy

Webinar: Education Records Organizer
2020-09-16 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.
Webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2127198061454559745

Ask Me Anything: Take the Stress out of Transition
2020-09-16 11:00 - 12:00

Social Emotional Learning for Children with ADHD in Quarantine - Live Webinar
2020-09-16 13:00 - 14:00
Social distancing has isolated and stressed all of us, but it has caused children with ADHD to lose valuable opportunities to practice their social skills, and make and keep friends. Many school administrators and teachers are hard at work implementing programs to address Social Emotional Learning (SEL) during distance learning, but parents can also do many things at home to strengthen their kids’ social skills, which leads to not only emotional well-being but also better academic performance.
In this webinar, you will learn:

How to support a child who doesn’t do well making or keeping friends, or who has high social anxiety
How to develop social, emotion, behavioral skills for a healthier, happier social life
Strategies to help children feel and show empathy and establish and maintain positive relationships
Caregiver strategies to help children be socially and emotionally competent

Have a question for the expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.

Register for this free expert webinar to learn how to strengthen your child’s social skills during quarantine on Wednesday, September 16 at 1 pm ET.
Register: https://goto.webcasts.com/starthere.jsp?ei=1361051&tp_key=5efa7cb133
Sign up and you will receive the free webinar replay link after 9/16 as well!

Not available September 16? Don’t worry. Register now and you will be sent the replay link to watch at your convenience.
Meet the Expert Speaker:
Caroline Maguire, M.Ed., ACCG, PCC founded and facilitates a comprehensive SEL training methodology (#ConnectionMatters) for adults, parents, clinicians and academic professionals on how to develop critical social, emotional and behavioral skills, in themselves and in others. Caroline’s book Why Will No One Play With Me? is a playbook that includes foolproof scripts on how to communicate – with anyone, in any situation – and how to ensure the message registers with the recipient – no small task! Through her private practice, publications, lectures and workshops, her mission is to vanquish the devastating effects of feeling different and misunderstood. Please join her on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter, Medium, Pinterest and download her free video How to Tell a Tighter Story.

Wednesday Wellness with the Experts - Strategies to Support Children Diagnosed with Depression and/or Anxiety
2020-09-16 18:30 - 20:00
Wednesday Wellness with the Experts
This free family wellness series starts September 16. Join Mental Health Advocates of WNY panelists on the following dates, from 6:30PM to 8:00PM via Zoom Meeting:

September 16th: Strategies to Support Children Diagnosed with Depression and/or Anxiety – Presented by Carly Adornetto, LMHC BestSelf Buffalo East Branch

October 21st: Medication Management: Which medications do what? Stimulants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers – Presented by Joshua S. Russell, M.D. Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

November 18th: What to do if your child is being bullied? – Presented by Kristi Moscato, Community Engagement Manager at Parent Network of WNY, and Stacie Dziwulski, Family Peer Advocate at Mental Health Advocates of WNY

December 16th: Self-care: Managing my own wellness so that I can help my child manage their wellness (yoga relaxation, mindfulness) – Presented by Melinda C. DuBois, Executive Director of Mental Health Advocates of WNY

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Click HERE to register. If you have any questions regarding these sessions, please email sdziwulski@mhawny.org or call 716-886-1242 ext. 337.

Erie Parents of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders
2020-09-16 18:30 - 20:30 | NY, United States
Provides a welcoming environment for parents and other caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorders to meet, share experiences, ask questions and receive support.

Practicing social distancing but still need to talk?
Kathy Doody and Jana Mertz are inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Kathy Ralabate Doody, PhD – Parent of child with autism, Instructor, Exceptional Education at Buffalo State
Jana Mertz, MBA – Program Coordinator, The Children’s Guild Foundation Autism Center Oishei Children’s Hospital of Buffalo

Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/98610619069?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 986 1061 9069
Passcode: [REDACTED]
www.parentnetworkwny.org or 716-332-4170 or info@parentnetworkwny.org

Charla con Nosotros!
2020-09-16 19:00 - 20:00
¡Únase a nosotros para obtener respuestas a sus preguntas e inquietudes!
Responderemos sus preguntas sobre…
Charla con Nosotros! ¡Únase a nosotros para obtener respuestas a sus preguntas e inquietudes!
• Transiciones
• Educación Especial y Discapacidades
• Manejo de tiempo en el Hogar
• Trabajo Escolar
• Comportamiento
• Tecnología
• Recursos en Buffalo
• ¡Y cualquier otro tema que quieras discutir!
Sesiones Semanales de Charla Con Lizarelis Ali!
ACERCA DE LA ANFITRIONA: Lizarelis Ali es especialista en apoyo familiar en Parent Network of WNY. Ella ha estado trabajando con las familias en la ciudad de Buffalo por más de 20 años. Su esperiencia es en apoyar y guiar a las familias en las comunidades que tienen hijos con autismo, ADHD y problemas de aprendizaje.
Unirse a la Zoom reunión https://zoom.us/j/95683049386?pwd=[REDACTED]
Reunión ID: 956 8304 9386
Contraseña: [REDACTED]
Marque por su ubicación
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

Webinar: Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
2020-09-17 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.
Click here to register for the webinar. Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions.

Technology Related Assistance for Individuals with with Disabilities-TRAID
2020-09-17 15:00 - 16:00
In this training families and caregivers will learn about a program manages through the Center for Assistive Technology, (CAT) who is the Western New York Regional TRAID Related Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities, serving persons and organizations in Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, and Wyoming counties.
TRAID’s goal is to promote independence in the lives of people with disabilities of all ages by using Assistive Technology (AT) to improve everyday functional abilities in education, employment and community living.
Presentation & Discussion with Kimberly Naus & Brendan Stapley!
ABOUT THE HOSTS
Kimberly Naus, Director of CAT Client Services BBA, MS Ed is the Project Coordinator for the WNY TRAID program
operated by New York State and takes part in coordinating outreach presentations. Kimberly coordinates AT development for pre-service students and professionals throughout New York State. She has a Bachelor’s in Business
Administration and a Master of Science in education and has several years’ experience in the field of AT.
Brendan has substantial experience working with people exploring their capabilities with disabilities and has helped to
identify individual targets for personal and environmental function, recommend appropriate solutions, and train toward successful implementation of those solutions. He has presented on AT, at conferences, worked alongside self-advocates and self-advocate groups, and helped raise general awareness of AT in his community.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
Register in advance for this meeting: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEscuirrz8qGtcg7CqXNPy4hoXK0NbbDrq-
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the PStSmeeting.

Health, Wellness, and the Real Value of Your Life Plan
2020-09-17 18:30 - 19:30
Join us for the next installment of our HOT TOPICS webinar series: “Health, Wellness and the Value of Your Life Plan.”
Our experts will discuss “the why” behind the Life Plan, and how it can help you or your loved one live a healthy, fulfilling life!
September 17 at 6:30 PM ➡️ https://bit.ly/3bji6HA

Webinar: A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
2020-09-18 12:00 - 13:15
Please join Sharon Marella, 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.
Webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2895626951991843854

FAMILY & CAREGIVER GROUP for Parents of Children with Developmental Disabilities
2020-09-18 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.

Parent Member Training Webinar Three (3) Part Series - Part 2
2020-09-19 10:00 - 11:00
Parent Members contribute valuable information and support to families who request their attendance at an IEP meeting.
Parent Members participate in discussions
about:
• Eligibility for special education services
• Educational planning and goal-setting
• Learning in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
• Understanding the evaluation and placement processes
Parent Members help to ensure that the student’s family member(s):
• Understand and are comfortable with the IEP team’s decisions
• Have had their questions and concerns addressed
Hosts
Katie Junevic is an Early Childhood Professional Development Specialist with Parent Network of WNY. She has been working in the Special Education field for over 10 years and is the mother to an amazing 8 year old son.
Tonia Weichmann is the Transition Coordinator at Parent Network of WNY, with over 20 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families on a wide variety of concerns associated with Learning Differences and Transitioning.
Saturday, September 12,PNYN 19 & 26 from 10 – 11 am. You must attend all three (3) sessions to receive certificate!
You are invited to this Webinar.
Please register in advance https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3665588557591463437
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
This link will be the same for all three (3) sessions.
