Webinar: Loss, Grief, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Need
2020-10-20 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York)
Please join Dianne O’Connor, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Loss, Grief, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs. Powerful and intense feelings are natural and common responses to parenting a child with exceptional needs. This training will provide an overview of common emotions experienced by parents and discuss how by sharing and acknowledging these emotions parents can find the inner strength needed to face and embrace their role as a parent of a child with special needs.
Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions.
Webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4939239732070930690

The Nurtured Heart Approach Helping Children Flourish Emotionally, Academically, & Socially - Week Three
2020-10-20 18:00 - 20:00
NHA is an approach to life that creates a shift in how we relate to the problems that have been causing us challenges. Joe Clem MA, LMFT, BCBA, Certified NHA Advanced Trainer
Are you frustrated by behavior challenges that put your child in control of your home? Have your discipline methods stopped working? Do you want your children to have good morals, be compassionate, and be self-confident?
The Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA) is a language based approach that can help you regain focus and power and rebuild the love you want in your home. NHA teaches us why our typical parenting methods don’t always work and can even make things worse. The magic rests in its ability to use language to build “inner wealth” and to make positive connections to those around us by focusing on what IS working, at all times.
You will learn how to hold clear limits and consequences while you build positive connections. You will immediately FEEL the difference in your home, and in time, you, your children and your family learn to flourish.
The approach is valid for all ages and types of relationships. It is effective for behaviorally and emotionally challenged children (ADHD, ODD, ASD, Attachment, etc.) as well as typically developing children. You will leave this series with clear techniques and strategies to face the behavioral challenges that brought you in.
The approach has much proven success in homes, schools, human service agencies and businesses all over the world. We look forward to seeing you Transform!!
(No prior reading is required.)
Four Week Online Parenting Series
Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 pm
October 20th and 27th 2020
Register by email to info@parentnetworkwny.org Online at www.parentnetworkwny.org or by phone at (716) 332-4170
Online Zoom Sessions for NHA. Please register at the address below and ID and password will be sent to you.
Register: https://tinyurl.com/y2ltt3hb
Please set up Zoom at 5:45pm so we can begin Parent session at 6:00pm.

College Night 2020 - Four Session Webinar
2020-10-20 18:30 - 20:00
Welcome to College Night 2020.
WNY CCDA is proud to present this year’s modified informational event for all students with disabilities considering higher education as their next step.
WNY CCDA will be providing online sessions on four Tuesdays, from Oct 20th to Nov 17th, 2020.
These events are hosted in partnership with Parent Network of WNY. All sessions will have time for Q&A with higher education professionals there to answer your questions about disability services for SUNY schools, community colleges, and private colleges.
Registration is highly recommended. You will receive a link to join the sessions when you register for these events!
Session 1 – Making the Jump from High School to College!
Oct 20th, 2020
Duration: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Session 2 – Virtual Communication in Higher Education – Netiquette
Oct 27th, 2020
Duration: 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Session 3 – Differences Between In-Person, Hybrid & Online Classes
Nov 10th, 2020
Duration: 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Session 4 – Services for Students with Disabilities
ACCES-VR & NYSCB – Vocational Rehabilitation Agency presentations
November 17th, 2020
Duration: 6:30 p.m. – 8 p.m.
The NYS Higher Education Services Corporation site has resources for college bound students and their families. Visit this site for information or questions to ask as you head to college.

Webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective
2020-10-21 12:00 - 13:15
Please join Sharon Marrella, Regional Coordinator for Parent-2-Parent of NYS as she presents the webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit. This webinar 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.
Contact Maryalice Fegeley at 716-427-5140 with any questions.
Webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3858790341824577550

How the Autonomic Nervous System May Govern Anxiety in Autism - Free Webinar
2020-10-21 13:00 - 14:00
Learn about the autonomic nervous system’s role in anxiety and autism.
Register: https://www.autism.org/how-the-autonomic-nervous-system-may-govern-anxiety-in-autism/
About the Speakers
Dr. Manuel Casanova, made his residency training in neurology and then spent three years doing a fellowship in neuropathology at The Johns Hopkins Hospital. This kindled his interest in developmental disorders of the brain. Dr. Casanova spent eight years helping to establish the Johns Hopkins Brain Resource Center and the Brain Bank Unit of the Clinical Brains Disorders Branch at the National Institutes of Mental Health. During his time at NIMH, Dr. Casanova was trained in psychiatry later joining the Medical College of Georgia as a full Professor in 1991 and then the University of Louisville in 2003 as the Kolb Endowed Chair in Psychiatry. Last June, he accepted a position as SMART State Endowed Chair in Childhood Translational Neurotherapeutics at the University of South Carolina Greenville Health System, where he is speaking to us today. His work includes studies that have looked for the presence of abnormalities of organization and lateralization in the brains of patients who exhibit language disturbances, including autism, Asperger’s syndrome, and dyslexia.
Dr. Emily Casanova earned her doctorate in Anatomy Science & Neurobiology from the University of Louisville’s Medical School. She is currently a Research Assistant Professor at the University of South Carolina’s School of Medicine at Greenville, working in close conjunction with Developmental-Behavioral Pediatrics in the Department of Pediatrics at Prisma Health. She has a research background in neurobiology, developmental biology, some genetics, dermatology, and neuropathology, with particular focus on neurodevelopmental conditions such as autism and connective tissue disorders like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)/Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD). Her current research foci/topics of interest include 1) functional classification of high-risk autism genes; 2) the characterization of genomic features common to autism risk genes and those genes’ roles in the evolution of animal morphology, and 3) etiological overlap between autism and EDS/HSD. In addition to her research interests in EDS/HSD, she is also a zebra herself and is passionate about patient advocacy. She blogs at Science Over a Cuppa.

Take the Stress Out of Transition. Ask Me.
2020-10-21 16:00 - 17:00, 2020-10-28 16:00 - 17:00
Wednesdays in October from 4:00 – 5:00 pm. No registration required
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 https://zoom.us/j/95455782682? pwd=[REDACTED] 09 or call in. Dial by your location +1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
Meeting ID: 954 5578 2682
Passcode: [REDACTED]
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.
info@parentnetworkwny.org 716-332-4170

Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - Webinar
2020-10-21 18:00 - 19:45
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Program Manager / Education Specialist, for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities.
This training will take you through the NYS Special Education Regulations step by step. Parents will learn the role they play on the CSE, learn the chain of command regarding the CSE, learn how to request information regarding your child’s IEP and gain an understanding how to communicate with your child’s teachers & administrators.
After this webinar parents will have more knowledge about the educational laws to advocate for their child/children.
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350
Webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7443467630162323981

Wednesday Wellness with the Experts - Medication Management: Which medications do what? Stimulants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers
2020-10-21 18:30 - 20:00
Wednesday Wellness with the Experts
Free family wellness series. Join Mental Health Advocates of WNY panelists on the following dates, from 6:30PM to 8:00PM via Zoom Meeting:

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

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

Charla con Nosotros!
2020-10-21 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)

Annual Albany Autism Conference - LIVE STREAM EVENT - October 22 and October 23
2020-10-22 10:30 - 14:30, 2020-10-23 10:30 - 14:15
Center for Autism and Related Disabilities University at Albany’s Annual Autism Conference – LIVE STREAM EVENT
This year’s conference consists of four live stream sessions, with a choice of seven different
presentations over two days. Registration will be available for each session. The sessions will not be recorded. https://www.albany.edu/autism/training-and-learning/conferences
REGISTRATION FEE
NYS Resident: $5/Session
Out-of-State Resident: $10/Session
SCHEDULE
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2020
Session One: 10:30a.m.-11:45a.m. Choose one.
1A: Practical Strategies for Increasing Communication Skills in Young Students with ASD – Marie Martinez, M.S., M.Ed., CCC-SLP, BCBA, LBA

25 CTLE, NASP, NYS Social Work, LMHC Available
0 ASHA (Pending) and BACB Available

1B: Executive Functioning Redefined – Mariela Varges-Irwin, Psy.D., BCBA-D

25 CTLE, NASP, NYS Social Work, LMHC Available
0 ASHA (Pending) and BACB Available

Session Two: 1:00p.m.-2:30p.m. (Keynote)
2A: Facilitating the Learning of Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders: Impact of Inclusion and School Environment – Illene Schwartz, Ph.D., BCBA-D

5 CTLE, NASP, NYS Social Work, LMHC, ASHA (Pending), and BACB AvailableCC

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23, 2020
Session Three: 10:30a.m.-11:45a.m. Choose one.
3A: Understanding Challenging Behavior – Mara Vanderzell, Ph.D., BCBA-D, LBA

25 CTLE, NASP, NYS Social Work, LMHC Available
0 ASHA (Pending) and BACB Available

3B: Increasing Independence: Effective Strategies for Teaching Adaptive Behavior Skills – Frank R. Cicero, Ph.D., BCBA, LBA

25 CTLE, NASP, NYS Social Work, LMHC Available
0 ASHA (Pending) and BACB Available

Session Four: 1:00p.m.-2:15p.m. Choose one.
4A: Achieving Successful Inclusion for Children with Autism in Elementary Schools: What You Should Know – Jill Locke, Ph.D.

25 CTLE, NASP, NYS Social Work, LMHC Available
0 ASHA (Pending) Available

4B: Using Visual Supports to Increase Engagement of Students with ASD Throughout the School Day – Marie Martinez, M.S., M.Ed., CCC-SLP, BCBA, LBA

25 CTLE, NASP, NYS Social Work, LMHC Available
0 ASHA (Pending) and BACB Available

Continuing Education Credits Available for an Additional $5 Processing Fee (Per Eligible Session)
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Come Ask the Advocate your questions about the CSE/ IEP and 504 processes - Webinar
2020-10-22 12:00 - 13:00
Do you have questions related to the IEP process that you want answers to?
Do you know how to request information about your child / student?
Do you understand your role at a CSE/504 meeting?
Do you know how to discuss your child’s needs at a CSE/ 504 meeting?
If you have questions we have answers for you!
Webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8064965478251197965
If you have questions, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350

Region 1 FSS Advisory Council presents Behavior Support - Virtual Event
2020-10-22 14:00 - 16:00
Join the OPWDD Region 1 Family Support Services Advisory Council for a series of virtual events in lieu of their annual conference. Dates and topics are:

October 22 ~ Behavior Support: What it is and how to access it, presented by Shannon Bianco
November 5 ~ Advocacy across Multiple Settings, presented by Theresa Drum and Kara Georgi

All sessions run from 2pm to 4pm.
If interested in attending one or more sessions, please register: https://www.starbridgeinc.org/events. Link for each event will be sent with registration confirmation.
Questions? Please call 585-224-7399 or email registration@starbridgeinc.org

What Does it Mean to be 18?
2020-10-22 16:30 - 17:00
Growing up is a process and there are lots of things to learn about adulting. Do you know your rights as an eighteen year old?
There are laws and responsibilities that fall on to you when you turn eighteen in New York State.
Learn how the laws impact you, what some of those responsibilities will look like down the road and start planning for your future. Knowledge is power!
Presentation & Discussion with Tonia Weichmann! 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/tJcvcO6trTkiH9QN5JizyxXw-sh9Goh7hkay
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Webinar: A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
2020-10-22 17:30 - 19:00
Please join Parent to Parent of NYS, Maryalice Fegeley, Regional Coordinator, as she presents on 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 Home and Community Based Services Waiver, and Family Support Services.
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350.
Location: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/860432025697747980

BUFFALO PARENT & CAREGIVER CHAT SESSIONS
2020-10-22 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 Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/j/91379417144?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 913 7941 7144
Passcode: [REDACTED]
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)arent

Ask Me Anything! Behavior Edition
2020-10-26 10:00 - 11:00
No registration required.
• Need advice on tantrums or meltdowns?
• Need help implementing strategies?
• Tried everything and need some new ideas?
• Experiencing a new or challenging behavior?
Click the link or call in to Ask Me Anything about behavior. https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/329637733
Dial by phone: +1 (224) 501-3412
Access Code: 329-637-733
Ask Me Anything—Behavior Edition is hosted by Debbie Schutt, MS. Debbie is the Behavior Intervention Coordinator at Parent Network of WNY. Debbie has over 15 years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and families on a wide variety of issues associated with developmental disabilities, mental health, crisis intervention, and behavior
management.

Webinar: NYS Autism Insurance Reform
2020-10-26 18:30 - 19:30
Parent to Parent of NYS presents the webinar: NYS Autism Insurance Reform presented by Lin Perry, Project Director for Family to Family Healthcare Information Center. Autism Insurance Reform legislation became effective in 2013, however aspects of the bill, related to Applied Behavioral Analysis, are still being worked on within the NYS government. This webinar will address the overall legislation, who it assists, and how, and will also give an update on the current status of the ABA portion of the legislation.
Contact Tina Beauparlant 518-381-4350 with any questions.
Registration URL: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/772993368193047822

Communicating Through Letter Writing - Webinar
2020-10-27 18:00 - 19:15
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Communicating Through Letter Writing.
Letter writing can be a very effective method of communication and advocacy for parents of children with disabilities. This training assists parents, guardians, grandparents how to clearly and effectively express concerns, ideas or suggestions to the professionals involved in their child’s special education program.
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant Phone: (518) 381-4350
Webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1665439468199934477

The Nurtured Heart Approach Helping Children Flourish Emotionally, Academically, & Socially - Week Four
2020-10-27 18:00 - 20:00
NHA is an approach to life that creates a shift in how we relate to the problems that have been causing us challenges. Joe Clem MA, LMFT, BCBA, Certified NHA Advanced Trainer
Are you frustrated by behavior challenges that put your child in control of your home? Have your discipline methods stopped working? Do you want your children to have good morals, be compassionate, and be self-confident?
The Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA) is a language based approach that can help you regain focus and power and rebuild the love you want in your home. NHA teaches us why our typical parenting methods don’t always work and can even make things worse. The magic rests in its ability to use language to build “inner wealth” and to make positive connections to those around us by focusing on what IS working, at all times.
You will learn how to hold clear limits and consequences while you build positive connections. You will immediately FEEL the difference in your home, and in time, you, your children and your family learn to flourish.
The approach is valid for all ages and types of relationships. It is effective for behaviorally and emotionally challenged children (ADHD, ODD, ASD, Attachment, etc.) as well as typically developing children. You will leave this series with clear techniques and strategies to face the behavioral challenges that brought you in.
The approach has much proven success in homes, schools, human service agencies and businesses all over the world. We look forward to seeing you Transform!!
(No prior reading is required.)
Four Week Online Parenting Series
Tuesday 6:00-8:00 pm
October 27, 2020
Register by email to info@parentnetworkwny.org Online at www.parentnetworkwny.org or by phone at (716) 332-4170
Online Zoom Sessions for NHA. Please register at the address belowC and ID and password will be sent to you. Register: https://tinyurl.com/y2ltt3hb
Please set up Zoom at 5:45pm so we can begin Parent session at 6:00pm.

Webinar: Education for Empowerment: School and Teens in Healthcare Transition
2020-10-28 12:00 - 13:00
Parent to Parent of NYS presents the webinar: Education for Empowerment: School and Teens in Healthcare Transition presented by Lin Perry, Project Director for Family to Family Healthcare Information Center. As our youth with ID/DD or special healthcare needs transition from pediatric to adult healthcare systems, self-advocates and parents alike need to understand the importance of transitioning their healthcare effectively. While many people engage in transition planning for their education to adult systems, sadly healthcare, isn’t often included in those plans. And yet, good health is the most fundamental and foundational aspect of any person’s success.
In this webinar participants will learn what research says, what issues to consider, the importance of transitioning healthcare and some effective means to begin a plan to transition for the caregiver/parent or for the child. The focus is on being a good parent partner with health professionals, and using some tools to begin the conversations and plan for and insure success.
Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions.
Registration URL: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1597491849095003662

Webinar: Starting Over: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren with Special Nee
2020-10-28 18:00 - 19:30
Please join Dianne O’Connor, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar Starting Over: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren with Special Needs. There are many reasons why a grandparent, or relative, may be raising their grandchildren full time. By creating an enriched, supportive, and safe living environment, grandchildren stay connected to their family while keeping them out of foster care.
This webinar will address the advantages and disadvantages of caring for our own and give practical resources and strategies for providing the best for your grandchildren. As one of the most important members of the family, we will also look at ways to care for you along the way. Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions.
Webinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3566090445824303618

Charla con Nosotros!
2020-10-28 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)P

Transitions for Families - Webinar
2020-10-29 11:30 - 13:00
The goals of this training are to ensure that guardians, family members and students can work with their CSE to collaboratively:
1. Assess their child’s strengths, interests, and needs;
2. Establish measurable postsecondary goals and annual goals; and
3. Identify appropriate transition services and coordinated activities.
About Your Hosts
Cyndi is a Professional Development Specialist with the School Age Family and Community Engagement Center with 36 years in Special Education. Cyndi has previously served in both a specialized agency school and a large urban district.
Julia Duerr, a Transition Specialist with Erie 1 BOCES Campus and Centers, has over 15 years of experience working with students, families and communities identifying and addressing needs to support positive interactions and outcomes for the future.
PareNewPlease register in advance: https://tinyurl.com/yyfcw9v4
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Late registrations will be accepted.

Binder Training: Organizing all your stuff! Live webinar
2020-10-29 18:00 - 19:30
Where did you put that paper? It’s here somewhere!
Participants will learn which papers or documents to keep, organizing tips and understand how having the right paper at your fingertips can lead to a successful education plan.
Join from your computer, tablet or smartphone: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2040212404373577231
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

BUFFALO PARENT & CAREGIVER CHAT SESSIONS
2020-10-29 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 Zoom meeting: https://zoom.us/j/91379417144?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 913 7941 7144
Passcode: [REDACTED]
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

Family & Caregiver - Niagara Autism Group
2020-11-02 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.
Practicing Social Distancing but still need to talk?
We will be meeting via Zoom meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/99541728957?pwd= [REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 995 4172 8957
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Dial by your location:
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)

The Nurtured Heart Approach Series Day 1
2020-11-03 18:00 - 20:00
The Nurtured Heart Approach Helping Children Flourish Emotionally, Academically & Socially
Joe Clem MA, LMFT, BCBA, Certified NHA Advanced Trainer
Are you frustrated by behavior challenges that put your child in control of your home? Have your discipline methods stopped working? Do you want your children to have good morals, be compassionate, and be self-confident?
The Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA) is a language based approach that can help you regain focus and power and rebuild the love you want in your home. NHA teaches us why our typical parenting methods don’t always work and can even make things worse. The magic rests in its ability to use language to build “inner wealth” and to make positive connections to those around us by focusing on what IS working, at all times.
You will learn how to hold clear limits and consequences while you build positive connections. You will immediately FEEL the difference in your home, and in time, you, your children and your family learn to flourish.
The approach is valid for all ages and types of relationships. It is effective for behaviorally and emotionally challenged children (ADHD, ODD, ASD, Attachment, etc.) as well as typically developing children. You will leave this series with clear techniques and strategies to face the behavioral challenges that brought you in.
The approach has much proven success in homes, schools, human service agencies and businesses all over the world. We look forward to seeing you Transform!!
(No prior reading is required.)
Four Week Online Parenting Series
Tuesdays 6:00-8:00 pm
November 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th 2020
Register by email to info@parentnetworkwny.org Online at www.parentnetworkwny.org or by phone at (716) 332-4170
Online Zoom Sessions for NHA. Please register at the address below and you will receive meeting ID and password. Register: https://tinyurl.com/y2e3en2m
Please set up Zoom at 5:45pm so we can begin the parent session at 6:00pm.
Sponsored by Charles D and Mary A Bauer Foundation

Basics of Vocabulary Instruction for Families
2020-11-04 10:00 - 11:30
The goals of this training are to understand how your child is taught vocabulary to help you support them at home with remote learning or simply with assignments. This session will provide families with the basics of how vocabulary is efficiently learned!
ABOUT YOUR HOSTS
Cyndi Clark is a Professional Development Specialist with the School Age Family and Community Engagement Center at Parent Network of WNY and has previously served in both a specialized agency school and a large urban district with 36 years in Special Education.
Tonia Weichmann is a Resource and Referral Specialist with the School Age Family and Community Engagement Center 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.
You are invited to this Webinar.
Please register in advance: https://tinyurl.com/yy3yvdvo
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Late registrations will be accepted.
