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SUMMARY:OPWDD Front Door Information Session (Chinese)
DESCRIPTION:OPWDD 前门信息会议将概述您如何有资格获得支持和服务的流程、可用的支持和服务类型以及您可以在哪里获得帮助。 \nWednesday\, July 26\, 2023 at 11:00 am (Chinese)\nRegistration link:  https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/ra8b746621bc6f0ec4a2c62246242934c\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Xindi Xu 718-722-2745 or xindi.x.xu@opwdd.ny.gov.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/opwdd-front-door-information-session-chinese/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230728T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230728T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
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SUMMARY:The OPWDD Front Door Information Session
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services\, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. \nFriday\, July 28\, 2023 at 10:00 am (English)\nRegistration link:  https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/rbc70824af74e2bd445c6b33506c3d500\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Erin Caglioti at 631-416-3943 or erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/the-opwdd-front-door-information-session-8/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230731T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230731T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
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SUMMARY:AUTISM SPECTRUM DISORDERS ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
DESCRIPTION:The next public meeting of the Autism Spectrum Disorders Advisory Board will be held in person at the Empire State Plaza\, Meeting Room 1 in Albany and virtually via WebEx on Monday\, July 31\, 2023 from 2pm–4pm.\n\nMeeting information including the WebEx link can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/event/autism-spectrum-disorders-advisory-board-meeting-9. \n \nThe Autism Spectrum Disorders Advisory Board was created in November of 2016 to help provide guidance and information to New York policymakers\, individuals with an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis (ASD)\, and families seeking reliable information regarding available services and supports.\n \nThe Members of the Board are tasked with several important duties including: \n\n\nstudying and reviewing the effectiveness of supports and services currently being provided to people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders;\n\n\nidentifying legislative and regulatory activity which may be required to improve existing service systems that support people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders;\n\n\nidentifying methods for improving interagency coordination of services and maximizing the impact and effectiveness of services and agency functions; and\n\n\nother matters as deemed appropriate by the Board. More information about the Autism Spectrum Disorders Board is available on the OPWDD website.\n\nThe Autism Board is interested in hearing your questions\, concerns\, and ideas at adavisoryboard@opwdd.ny.gov.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/autism-spectrum-disorders-advisory-board-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Other Events in WNY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230801T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230720T190241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T190433Z
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SUMMARY:Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Dodie Daniels\, 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 Parent to Parent NYS for this webinar on Preventing Parent Burnout and discover positive ways to cope with and effectively manage stress. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-webinar-11/2023-08-01/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230802T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230729T225421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T225421Z
UID:8089-1690970400-1690977600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:The OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions - Spanish
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services\, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. \nWednesday\, August 2\, 2023 at 10:00 am (Spanish)\nRegistration link:  https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r527e8a715f4f580d1ce07172f66b6007\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Clara Fournier at 718-430-0761 or clara.fournier@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/the-opwdd-front-door-information-sessions-spanish/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230803T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230729T225941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T225941Z
UID:8091-1691078400-1691085600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - English
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services\, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. \nThursday\, August 3\, 2023 at 4:00 pm (English)\nRegistration link:  https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r340721ded03284c9bda1972230f408f4\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Richard Labonte at 585-241-5842 or Richard.S.Labonte@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-english/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230804T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230516T204912Z
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SUMMARY:What Families And Caregivers Need To Know About NYSAA via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:What Families and Caregivers Need to Know About NYSAA \nParticipants will learn: \n\nThe criteria for NYSAA eligibility\nThe type of assessments used to measure a NYSAA student’s performance and how often\nHow a NYSAA determination affects graduation options and plans for life after high school\n\n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-families-and-caregivers-need-to-know-about-nysaa-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230805T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230424T222857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T153100Z
UID:7830-1691229600-1691238600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Film Series:  Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem movie
DESCRIPTION:Flix Stadium 10 sensory friendly family film series slated to run the first or second Saturday of every month at 10am. The films will be presented with the theatre lights on and the sound lowered. \nDipson Theatres\, Inc. acknowledges the needs of social engagement and environmental factors affecting people on the autism spectrum\, and hope that this family film series will create an entertainment venue for families to enjoy new releases in a presentation that will suit unique and special needs. \nTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem\nSaturday\, August 5 at 10:00 a.m.\nIn Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem\, after years of being sheltered from the human world\, the Turtle brothers set out to win the hearts of New Yorkers and be accepted as normal teenagers through heroic acts. Their new friend April O’Neil helps them take on a mysterious crime syndicate\, but they soon get in over their heads when an army of mutants is unleashed upon them. \nAdmission is $8.75 per person for both children and adults. Flix will also offer a monthly raffle for attendees to win concession prizes and promotional movie gifts. \nPotential guests are encouraged to sign up for the theatre’s weekly email list which will announce each month’s film. Anyone interested can go to www.dipsontheatres.com and sign up for the weekly newsletter. \nContact: Larry Phillips\, General Manager\, Flix Stadium 10\, Larry@dipsontheatres.com\, 716-668-1888\n4901 Transit Road Lancaster\, NY 14043 \nFlix Stadium 10 – Sensory Friendly Family Film Series (dipsontheatres.com)
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-mutant-mayhem-movie/
LOCATION:Flix Stadium 10\, 4901 Transit Road\, Lancaster\, NY\, 14043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230808T150000
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SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - English
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services\, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. \nTuesday\, August 8\, 2023 at 1:00 pm (English)\nRegistration link:  https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/raac1b6b9332e8494d388648d8a79c82f\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Cortney Zielasko 315-793-9600 ext. 622 or Cortney.L.Zielasko@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-english-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230809T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230720T191131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T191240Z
UID:8036-1691607600-1691611200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Julia Luppino\, 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.\nIf you have questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-to-assist-your-visit-webinar-6/2023-08-09/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230726T224055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T224055Z
UID:8070-1691665200-1691681400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:ADULTS WITH AUTISM - VIRTUAL CONFERENCE
DESCRIPTION:VIRTUAL CONFERENCE SCHEDULE\n \n11:00 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. \nUsing a Person-Centered Approach with Adults with ASD: A Path to Success \n\nJoanne Sgambati\, PhD\, BCBA-D\, LBA \n \n12:00 p.m. – 12:50 p.m.\nIncreasing Flexibility in Adults with ASD \nJan M. Downey\, MA\, CCC-SLP\, TSHH & Natasha Treuman\, MS\, BCBA\, LBA\n \n1:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m. – BREAK\n \n1:30 p.m. – 2:20 p.m.\nPromoting Conversation in Adults with Autism: Scripts\, Semantic Mapping & Social Reciprocity\nMary E. McDonald\, PhD\, BCBA-D\, LBA\n \n2:30 p.m. – 3:20 p.m.\nUsing Naturalistic Teaching with Adults with ASD in the Community\nNyla Baboolal-Fong\, MA\, BCBA\, LBA\n\n\n\n\nCOST\n$50 (includes CEUs)\n$25 (Parent rate)\n \nREGISTER HERE \n\nThis event is offered for 4 BACB Learning CEUs.\n \nEden II Programs is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed Social Workers #SW-0629. This event offers 4 NYS Social Work CEUs.\n \nEden II Programs is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Psychology as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed Psychologists #PSY-0135. This event offers 4 NYS Psychology CEUs.\n\n\n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/adults-with-autism-virtual-conference/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230810T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230720T194144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T194144Z
UID:8044-1691694000-1691697600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Online Discussion Group- Parents who have a child or adult in a Residential placement via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:For families with children and adults of all ages that currently have children in residential school or a group home. Come join Parent to Parent NYS for an hour of support and conversation. \nREGISTER HERE. \n  \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/online-discussion-group-parents-who-have-a-child-or-adult-in-a-residential-placement-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230814T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230814T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230109T010038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T010038Z
UID:7240-1692037800-1692043200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:The Link WNY’s Family & Caregiver Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent of a child with disabilities or do you suspect they have a disability? \nDo you want to… \n– Feel less overwhelmed? \n– Feel a sense of belonging? \n\nGet the support you need from Parent Network of WNY\, Empower and other group members! \nDiscuss topics such as Special Education\, Sensory Processing Disorders\, Autism Spectrum Disorders\,  and more! \nREGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS!   REGISTER \n\n\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nMEET THE HOSTS \nKim Newton\, 20 years experience working with special needs families\,\nNicole LaMonte-DeGolier\, parent of child with special needs\, and\nErin Reisdorf\, Parent of child with special needs. \nDownload flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/the-link-wnys-family-caregiver-group-via-zoom-12/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230720T194632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T194752Z
UID:8046-1692097200-1692100800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Education Records Organizer - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Barb Hoffman\, Regional Coordinator\, Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents this wonderful webinar.\nThis workshop is where parents\, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504\, CPSE and CSE special education services take their educational records and organize them into a record-keeping binder. This workshop will assist in being more organized in planning a child’s education\, and in the CPSE/CSE process.\nIf you have any questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/education-records-organizer-webinar-13/2023-08-15/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230815T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230111T201211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230111T201211Z
UID:7277-1692100800-1692104400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Chautauqua County Family & Caregiver Support Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Receive Support – Connect with Others – Express Yourself \nFree Support for parents\, family members and caregivers of children with special needs. \nMEET THE HOSTS \nMarcia Restivo\, 23 years of experience working with special needs families \nLaurie Reynolds\, parent of child with special needs \nREGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS!  REGISTER \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \n\n\n\nDownload Flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/chautauqua-county-family-caregiver-support-group-via-zoom-23/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230816T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230729T231320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T231320Z
UID:8095-1692205200-1692212400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - English
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services\, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. \nWednesday\, August 16\, 2023 at 5:00 pm (English)\nRegistration link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r32d8499d90d5ea9d717b5b1f9b5e753b\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Karen Francisco at 518-388-0431 or email Karen.Francisco@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-english-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230821T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230821T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230729T231716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T231716Z
UID:8097-1692633600-1692640800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - English
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services\, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. \nMonday\, August 21\, 2023 at 4:00 pm (English)\nRegistration link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/rf18fdd6709e5f5fc4285e98f70f542e1\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Erin Caglioti at 631-416-3943 or erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-english-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230821T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230821T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230808T183104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T183245Z
UID:8134-1692640800-1692646200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Key Ingredients For the Start of a Successful School Year!
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents Key Ingredients For the Start of a Successful School Year!\nMoving from one school year to the next can be challenging for families and school team members. Join us for a FREE online class to learn strategies to help promote a seamless transition and lay the groundwork for a positive start to the new school year. We’ll help you prioritize the information to share with your child’s team and how to encourage a positive start to the school year. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/key-ingredients-for-the-start-of-a-successful-school-year/2023-08-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230720T192254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T192719Z
UID:8042-1692784800-1692789300@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Key Ingredients for the Start of a Successful School Year! via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents Key Ingredients for the Start of a Successful School Year! Moving from one school year to the next can be challenging for families and school team members. Join Parent to Parent NYS for a FREE online class to learn strategies to help promote a seamless transition and lay the groundwork for a positive start to the new school year. They will help you prioritize the information to share with your child’s team and how to encourage a positive start to the school year. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/key-ingredients-for-the-start-of-a-successful-school-year-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230823T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230720T195559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T195559Z
UID:8050-1692792000-1692797400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Getting Started with the Residential Process: Tips\, Tricks\, and Information - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Sharon Linne\, Regional Coordinator\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Getting Started with the Residential Process: Tips\, Tricks\, and Information.\nWhere Do I Begin?\nThe process of pursuing residential placement can be overwhelming. This presentation will help you organize your needs\, preferences\, and documents to help you navigate the process. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/getting-started-with-the-residential-process-tips-tricks-and-information-webinar/2023-08-23/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230827T220000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230726T225356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230726T230034Z
UID:8076-1693153800-1693173600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:ROCK AUTISM MUSIC FESTIVAL 2023
DESCRIPTION:Rock Autism Music Festival is back! Join them for a captivating day filled with music\, film\, and the incredible performances of their Rock Autism students. Be part of this memorable experience as they showcase their talent on stage and capture the magic on film throughout the day.\n\nRock Autism is a non-profit organization empowering youth and adults with autism with the skills to build a craft in the creative arts and carve out a career path. At Rock Autism\, their goal is to contribute to the professional development and growth of every person across the spectrum. They teach their students the basic fundamentals of music production\, film production\, acting\, photography\, social media content and more while giving them the chance to achieve marketable talents after graduation.\n\n\nDATE: Sunday\, August 27\, 2023 \nVENUE: The Backlot Entertainment Venue\nLOCATION: 11891 Main St\, Clarence\, NY 14001\nDOORS OPEN: 4:30 pm\n \nPERFORMANCES\n5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.\nDJ Wildfire – Jordan Caruso – Mitchell Law\n \n6:30 p.m.\nMax & Sonny Muscato – performing select songs from their musical “Sonnyboy”\n \n8:00 p.m.\nRed Not Chili Peppers\n \nEntire day filmed by Rock Autism students.\nTo learn more\, get involved or donate visit: http://www.rockautism.org\n \nRock Autism Music Festival Tickets\nGeneral Admission: $12.71 (incl. $2.71 Fee)\nVIP Admission: $39.47 (incl. $4.47 Fee)\nSales end on Aug 27\, 2023.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/rock-autism-music-festival-2023/
LOCATION:The Backlot Entertainment Venue\, 11891 Main St.\, Clarence\, NY\, 14001\, United States
CATEGORIES:Ticketed Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230830T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230320T171821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230320T171945Z
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SUMMARY:Pain\, Sensory Issues and Autism - webinar
DESCRIPTION:From sensory and pain behavior to neurophysiology: quantitative and qualitative studies in autism. \nPresented by: \nDr. Tami Bar-Shalita’s research focuses on understanding sensory processing including pain as a predisposing factor or a contributing factor in various health conditions. She received her undergraduate degree in Occupational Therapy and her Ph.D. in Medical Sciences from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. After Postdoctoral training at the University of Southern California\, she joined Tel Aviv University\, where she is now a senior lecturer in the Department of Occupational Therapy\, Faculty of Medicine\, heading the graduate program as well as the Sensory Integration Lab. \nDr. Yelena Granovsky is a research neurophysiologist. Her research interests addressing a wide range of mechanisms underlying pain and modalities of pain treatment.  She utilizes advanced neurophysiological and behavioral tools for identification of pain biomarkers. Dr. Granovsky received her M.Sc-PhD degree in Medical Sciences from the Technion. After Postdoctoral training at the University of Michigan\, she joined the research team in the Lab of Clinical Neurophysiology in Rambam Health Care Campus and Technion Medical Faculty\, where she is now a senior lecturer. \nDr. Eynat Gal is an associate professor and the co-director of the Autism research in the Occupational Therapy department at University of Haifa. Her research is dedicated to children\, adolescents and young adults with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD). Prof. Gal has authored numerous articles and book chapters\, and she is the co-editor of the book “Repetitive and Restricted Behaviors and Interests in Autism Spectrum Disorders: from neurology to behavior” (Springer\, 2021). \nREGISTER here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/pain-sensory-issues-and-autism-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230831T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230720T201014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230720T201647Z
UID:8055-1693504800-1693512000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read an IEP - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate for this training on Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read your Child’s IEP. Does your child have an IEP (Individualized Education Program)? We’ll walk through the different sections of the IEP and discuss how to advocate for supports to make sure the IEP reflects your child’s abilities and needs. Because states and local school systems may include additional information\, forms differ from state to state and may vary between school systems within a state. The IEP\, Individualized Education Program\, is a written document that’s developed for each public-school child who is eligible for special education. The IEP is created through a team effort and reviewed at least once a year. This training will teach you how to read the IEP so you can understand what should and can be in the IEP. If you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member or guardian then this training is for you! \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/lets-take-a-crash-course-on-understanding-how-to-read-an-iep-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230901T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230729T232142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T232142Z
UID:8099-1693558800-1693566000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - English
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services\, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. \nFriday\, September 1\, 2023 at 9:00 am (English)\nRegistration link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r852a3cf80f82360fbdf03481e3aee87c\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Richard Labonte at 585-241-5842 or Richard.S.Labonte@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-english-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230729T232518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T232518Z
UID:8101-1693929600-1693936800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - Spanish
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services\, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. \nTuesday\, September 5\, 2023 at 4:00 pm (Spanish)\nRegistration link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r27b9bf0659c5e42a825506084b55cbf5\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Clara Fournier at 718-430-0761 or clara.fournier@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-spanish/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230905T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230824T160236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230824T160236Z
UID:8145-1693940400-1693944000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What Is A NY ABLE Account? via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The NY ABLE Program is a tax-advantaged savings program for individuals with disabilities and their families to save for their current or long-term needs while maintaining their ability to benefit from federal programs such as SSI\, SSDI and Medicaid. \nThis program offers multiple investment options including a checking account and debit card option allowing individuals with disabilities to maintain their independence and have quick and easy access to their own money. \nPRESENTER\nJenna McClosky\, Outreach Coordinator NY ABLE & 529 College Savings Program\, Office of the State Comptroller \nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-a-ny-able-account-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230906T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230825T155419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230825T155556Z
UID:8207-1694005200-1694008800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Examining the Transition to Adulthood in Autism: Challenges and Opportunities in the Aim of Thriving - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Results from a study that focused on transition to adulthood in Autism will be presented\, including considerations for advancing service access and navigation\, employment support\, and post-secondary education access for Autistic adults. Recent findings addressing post-pandemic capacity-building in these areas will be offered. \n\n\n\nThis is a joint presentation by ARI and the World Autism Organization. \nPresented by: \nDavid Nicholas\, PhD is a Professor and Associate Dean\, Research and Partnerships in the Faculty of Social Work at the University of Calgary. He has been engaged in the Autism community for many years and has been involved in multiple studies and capacity building initiatives addressing transition\, employment and post-secondary education. His research addresses quality of life\, disability rights and pathways to thriving for Autistic youth and adults. His work has been presented worldwide\, with over 200 peer reviewed publications. Dr. Nicholas has received numerous awards for scholarship impact and teaching excellence\, and he is a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/examining-the-transition-to-adulthood-in-autism-challenges-and-opportunities-in-the-aim-of-thriving-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230908T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230404T171425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T171555Z
UID:7740-1694194200-1694201400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Au-Some Evenings at Explore & More - The Ralph C. Wilson Jr. Children's Museum
DESCRIPTION:Once a month\, Au-Some Evenings give children with autism and sensory processing needs\, their friends and family an opportunity to play and learn together in an understanding and supportive environment. In addition to a fun night of play with access to the museum space and exhibits\, we have special programming for families! The evening features themed Art Studio projects\, sensory exploration in our Tinkering Tank\, therapy animals from the SPCA and student volunteers from SUNY Buffalo State’s Exceptional Education program. Parent outreach materials including links for social stories\, child development resources and play tips are always available. We even provide small giveaways or snacks in the lobby\, at the end of the night to help with the transition of leaving the museum. We look forward to having you join us! \nTo register for the next Au-Some Evening please complete the form\, here!\n\n\n\n\nSpecial thanks to the Exceptional Education department from SUNY Buffalo State for providing volunteers who help support children and families develop language skills\, promote social interactions\, and facilitate learning through play. Au-Some Evenings was created in 2012 and presented in partnership with: Kathy Doody\, Professor in Exceptional Education\, and Jana Mertz\, The Arc Erie County. \n\n\n\n\nClick here to download our Au-Some Evening flyer!\n\n\nQuestions? Email accessibility@exploreandmore.org.\nSPACE IS LIMITED!
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/au-some-evenings-at-explore-more-the-ralph-c-wilson-jr-childrens-museum/2023-09-08/
LOCATION:Explore & More – The Ralph C Wilson Jr. Children’s Museum\, 130 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
GEO:42.7600441;-78.6122951
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230911T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230911T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230109T010228Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T010228Z
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SUMMARY:The Link WNY’s Family & Caregiver Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent of a child with disabilities or do you suspect they have a disability? \nDo you want to… \n– Feel less overwhelmed? \n– Feel a sense of belonging? \n\nGet the support you need from Parent Network of WNY\, Empower and other group members! \nDiscuss topics such as Special Education\, Sensory Processing Disorders\, Autism Spectrum Disorders\,  and more! \nREGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS!   REGISTER \n\n\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nMEET THE HOSTS \nKim Newton\, 20 years experience working with special needs families\,\nNicole LaMonte-DeGolier\, parent of child with special needs\, and\nErin Reisdorf\, Parent of child with special needs. \nDownload flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/the-link-wnys-family-caregiver-group-via-zoom-13/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T154417
CREATED:20230729T232929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230729T232929Z
UID:8103-1694606400-1694613600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES - English
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES\nThe OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services\, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. \nWednesday\, September 13\, 2023 at 12:00 pm (English)\nRegistration link: https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/ra69402500a29a91bbb6ff7391470e332\nIf you need assistance\, please contact Shannon Alford 315-793-9600 ext. 614 or Shannon.m.alford@opwdd.ny.gov. \nAll sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx.  The session length is two hours.\nUpcoming Front Door Information Sessions can be found on the OPWDD website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions.\nRegistration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you\, please click the link to register for the session. \nAll Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English\, Spanish or Chinese\, including American Sign Language (ASL)\, please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD Website here: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-to-learn-about-supports-and-services-english-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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