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SUMMARY:Specially Designed Instruction: A Guide For Families And Caregivers - via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Participants will: \n\nUnderstand the concepts of SDI\nUnderstand that there is both federal and state regulations around SDI\nBe able to examine what SDI might look like in the classroom and in the home\nUnderstand their value as engaged meaningful parent\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/specially-designed-instruction-a-guide-for-families-and-caregivers-via-zoom-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T150000
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DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
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SUMMARY:Addressing Sleep Challenges for the Neurodivergent Child via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Join Parent Network and Dr Amanda Hassinger for an informational workshop on addressing sleep issues in neurodivergent children. This could include those with diagnoses or suspected: ADHD\, Autism\, Anxiety\, Dyslexia\, and more. While this workshop is specific to these needs\, good sleep patterns can be disrupted in children for many different reasons\, and this workshop may help support any family that has a child with significant sleep disturbances. \nPresenter: After working a decade in pediatric critical care\, Dr Hassinger went back into training and completed a Sleep Medicine Fellowship. She worked with UBMD Pediatrics to develop the only pediatric-dedicated Sleep Medicine Center in WNY which opened in 2020\, which provides both inpatient and outpatient pediatric sleep medicine consultations on a variety of children’s sleep problems. The Center sees patients 0 to 25 years old and has begun partnerships with community providers for neuro-diverse children; developing a multi-faceted program to improve the sleep and CPAP use in children with special needs in WNY. \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/addressing-sleep-challenges-for-the-neurodivergent-child-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
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LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T180623Z
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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 \nREGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS! \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-29/2024-05-09/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240509T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20231206T170118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T170118Z
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SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS-Residential Placement Online Discussion Group- Parents who have a child or adult in a Residential placement
DESCRIPTION:For families with children and adults of all ages that currently have children in residential school or a group home. Come join us for an hour of support and conversation. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-residential-placement-online-discussion-group-parents-who-have-a-child-or-adult-in-a-residential-placement-2/2024-05-09/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240416T234436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T234639Z
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SUMMARY:Work-Based Learning (WBL) Updates & Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Join us in-person for updates around Work-Based Learning! \nWe will be discussing the family’s role in WBL\, updates from the new manual\, and have round table discussions around work-based learning and schools. \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/work-based-learning-wbl-updates-collaboration/
LOCATION:Erie 1 BOCES\, 355 Harlem Road\, West Seneca\, NY\, 14224\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T193000
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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-2/2024-05-10/
LOCATION:Explore & More – The Ralph C Wilson Jr. Children’s Museum\, 130 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Events in WNY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240513T200000
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SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS- Statewide-Virtual Fathers Group
DESCRIPTION:Parent to Parent of NYS Fathers Group to meet online via Zoom and discuss the role of dads in navigating their children’s special needs. Come join Bing Feng for an informal meeting to share information\, resources\, and support. Parents of children and adults are welcome. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-statewide-virtual-fathers-group-2/2024-05-13/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
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SUMMARY:How to Prepare for a Successful CPSE/CSE Meeting - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager/Education Specialist\, as she presents this wonderful presentation on How to Prepare for a Successful CSE Meeting. This training is to help parents\, who approach IEP meetings with fear and dread. If this is\, you attended this training then we have some suggestions to help you feel more at ease and participate as a full member of the team that plans your child’s special education program. If you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member\, or guardian then this training is for you! \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-prepare-for-a-successful-cpse-cse-meeting-webinar-4/2024-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T194500
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240110T174935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T175034Z
UID:8741-1715711400-1715715900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Getting Started with the Residential Process: Tips\, Tricks\, and Information via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Where 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-via-zoom-3/2024-05-14/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240404T154633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240404T154633Z
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SUMMARY:Growing with Others - Neurodivergent Social Group for high school students
DESCRIPTION:Neurodivergent social group for high school students meets 2nd Tuesday of every month from 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \nCommunity Connection – Connect with other high school students and build positive relationships. \nDevelop New Skills – Opportunities to develop skills such as self-awareness\, social wellness\, coping with stress\, and more! \nFeel Supported – Discuss feelings\, ideas\, interests\, and goals in a safe and supportive environment. \nFACILITATOR \nPatty McCalister\, LMHC is a licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years in the Human Services fields\, working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and Autism Spectrum Disorder. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Patty McCalister at patriciamccalisterlmhc@gmail.com or 716-345-5450. \nLOCATION \nNorth Tonawanda High School Library\, 405 Meadow Drive\, North Tonawanda\, NY  14120
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/growing-with-others-neurodivergent-social-group-for-high-school-students/2024-05-14/
LOCATION:North Tonawanda High School Library\, 405 Meadow Drive\, North Tonawanda\, NY 14120\, NY\, 14120\, United States
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T143239Z
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SUMMARY:Changes in Autism Symptoms Across Childhood - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to this presentation by Dr. Einat Waizbard-Bartov to learn about how autism symptoms change throughout child development. \nThe speaker:  Dr. Einat Waizbard-Bartov is a post-doctoral researcher working with Dr. Ilan Dinstein at the Azrieli National Centre for Autism and Neurodevelopment Research at Ben-Gurion University\, Israel. Dr. Waizbard-Bartov completed her doctoral studies at the University of California\, Davis\, working with Dr. David Amaral at the UC Davis MIND Institute’s Autism Phenome Project. She is also a licensed clinical psychologist trained in autism assessment and play-based and cognitive-behavioral therapies with children. Dr. Waizbard-Bartov is especially interested in assessment and measurement of autism symptoms\, developmental trajectories across the life span and how these translate into individual needs\, and the female autism phenotype. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/changes-in-autism-symptoms-across-childhood-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240418T185639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T185639Z
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SUMMARY:Behavior as Communication: Addressing Neurodivergent Needs (In-person event)
DESCRIPTION:Join Parent Network to learn about Behavior as Communication for Neurodivergent Needs. Children and young adults with diagnoses or suspected diagnoses that fall underneath the neurodivergence umbrella such as autism\, ADHD\, learning differences\, and tic disorders\, to name a few\, typically need supports in additional ways. This may mean adjusting how parents and caregivers work with challenging behaviors. This workshop is appropriate for parents/caregivers and professionals! \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/behavior-as-communication-addressing-neurodivergent-needs-in-person-event/
LOCATION:Cloverbank Elementary School\, 2761 Cloverbank Rd.\, Hamburg\, NY\, 14075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs & Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20231219T191023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T191305Z
UID:8646-1715799600-1715803200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS- Upstate Parent Group: For families residing in Western New York\, Central New York\, Northern New York:
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent navigating the unique journey of raising a child with special needs? Join Parent to Parent of NYS for their monthly Online Parent Group. Parent to Parent of NYS is dedicated to creating a warm and inclusive environment where parents of children and adults with special needs can connect and support each other. If you’re a parent or caregiver navigating the journey of raising a someone with special needs\, we invite you to join. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-upstate-parent-group-for-families-residing-in-western-new-york-central-new-york-northern-new-york/2024-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20231219T192611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T192846Z
UID:8659-1715799600-1715805000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS- Black\, Indigenous\, Person of Color (BIPOC) virtual Parent Group and learning series
DESCRIPTION:Are you a BIPOC Parent of a child with special needs of any age? (BIPOC – Black\, Indigenous\, Person of Color) Like you\, I understand the realities of parenting our children with special needs while walking that tightrope of living on the margins struggling to be seen! Let’s address the high pressure reality on us as BIPOC parents so we may begin to re-energize ourselves\, re-focus on what’s most important\, and re-up our enthusiasm to increase our effectiveness in our roles. As we share our paths forward together\, the better off we will be for our journey ahead\, emotionally and physically\, and the better off our families will be. Join me\, Melanie Baker\, for an honest conversation as we consider where we have been\, where we are now\, so that we may see our way forward. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-black-indigenous-person-of-color-bipoc-virtual-parent-group-and-learning-series/2024-05-15/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20231113T190232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T190232Z
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SUMMARY:Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding How to Read an IEP - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beuparlant\,Regional Manager\, Education Specialist 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-10/2024-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T194500
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240116T235415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T235521Z
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SUMMARY:Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide
DESCRIPTION:Please join Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate\, Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents this wonderful webinar: Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide Let’s explore what the IEP team needs to consider\, supplemental aids\, services and program modifications for all students with disabilities. A key question for the IEP team is to consider whether the student with a disability does or does not require one-to-one support to make meaningful progress toward annual goals in the IEP in the least restrictive environment (LRE). \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/guidelines-for-determining-the-need-for-a-one-to-one-aide-2/2024-05-16/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20231113T191408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231113T191408Z
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SUMMARY:Communicating with the CPSE / CSE through Letter Writing - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Communicating with the CPSE/CSE 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. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/communicating-with-the-cpse-cse-through-letter-writing-webinar-6/2024-05-21/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240116T233419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T233419Z
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SUMMARY:A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, for this great presentation on A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD.\nThe 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. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd/2024-05-23/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240327T144359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T144944Z
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SUMMARY:Blood-brain barrier dysfunction in Pediatric Acute Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Regulation
DESCRIPTION:Tune in to learn research updates on blood-brain barrier dysfunction in Pediatric Acute Neuropsychiatric Syndrome (PANS) and Regulation. \n\n\nThe speakers: \nNoor A. Hussein\, PhD is a pharmacology scientist.\n“My experience as a researcher has taught me to seek out new perspectives for exploration and discovery. As a dedicated biological and pharmacological researcher with over 7 years of experience with models of diseases such as cancer both in vitro and in vivo. During my masters and Ph.D. studies\, I mastered lots of molecular biology techniques\, including cell culture\, cytotoxicity assays\, western blot\, quantitative PCR\, immunofluorescence\, flow cytometry. I utilized my skills to design experiments finding solutions to common problems in the biomedical field\, especially cancer experimental and molecular therapeutics.” \nAyan Mondal\, Ph.D. is a third-year post-doctoral research fellow in Prof Elizabeth Mellins’ laboratory at Dept of pediatrics\, Stanford University. “I completed my graduation from University of Calcutta\, India\, in 2017. I have conducted 1.5 years of research on molecular medicine following graduation and joined as a post-doctoral researcher at the Arnold School of Public health\, University of South Carolina\, in the year 2019. During the training\, I studied neuroimmune signaling mechanisms in the gut-liver-brain axes in mouse models of metabolic disorders and military-deployment-associated disorders. My studies elucidated the mechanism of neuroinflammation and blood-brain barrier (BBB) dysfunction mediated by specific proteins that are elevated in blood during these disease conditions. In my post-doctoral research with Prof Mellins\, I am studying changes in BBB function in PANS. I am focusing on elucidating the mechanisms of action of novel modulators of BBB that are relevant to homeostatic maintenance of the BBB and other novel modulators that increase BBB permeability during flares of PANS. My proposed experimental strategies include transcriptomic and proteomic approaches in cell types of the CNS neurovascular unit.” \nRegister here. \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/blood-brain-barrier-dysfunction-in-pediatric-acute-neuropsychiatric-syndrome-pans-and-regulation/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240418T190517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240418T190530Z
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SUMMARY:Middle to High School Transition (In-person event)
DESCRIPTION:New building\, new teachers\, new responsibilities\, new opportunities.  \nLet’s talk about the changes that come with Middle School. We will talk about how to prepare for the first day\, discuss the challenges that we may see and some strategies to have transition success for students with disabilities. \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/middle-to-high-school-transition-in-person-event/
LOCATION:Clarence High School\, 9625 Main St.\, Clarence\, NY\, 14031\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T200000
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SUMMARY:In collaboration with the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)\, Parent to Parent of NYS presents “Introduction to the Roles of Direct Support Professionals for Families” - webinar
DESCRIPTION:n collaboration with the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)\, Parent to Parent of NYS presents “Introduction to the Roles of Direct Support Professionals for Families” This webinar will discuss and describe the DSP code of ethics as it relates to the family. In addition\, this webinar will help to define the specific role of the DSP not only in certified residences but in community-based settings as well as the family home. This discussion will also include the Standardized Occupational Classification which is hopefully forthcoming from the United States Department of the Bureau of Labor Statistics. This classification will further elevate the value and role of direct support professionals. Direct Support Professionals are at the core of care for those with disabilities along with their families. This presentation aims to provide more understanding of each member’s role in supporting the individual receiving services and how all parties can work together to achieve the best possible outcomes. \nRegister here.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/in-collaboration-with-the-national-alliance-for-direct-support-professionals-nadsp-parent-to-parent-of-nys-presents-introduction-to-the-roles-of-direct-support-professionals-for-families/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240529T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240516T133903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T133903Z
UID:9047-1717007400-1717012800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS presents: The role of Direct Support Professionals\, an introduction for families - Via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)\, this webinar will discuss and describe the DSP code of ethics as it relates to the family. In addition\, we will discuss the specific role of the DSP not only in certified residences\, but in community-based settings as well as the family home. \nThis presentation aims to provide more understanding of each member’s role in supporting the individual receiving services and how all parties can work together to achieve the best possible outcomes. \nRegister here for this free virtual event. \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-presents-the-role-of-direct-support-professionals-an-introduction-for-families-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240530T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20231113T200223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T175625Z
UID:8992-1717093800-1717099200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Statewide- Virtual Special Education Parent Chat Group
DESCRIPTION:Come join Parent to Parent NYS for their Special Education chat group. As a parent’s of children with special needs\, we know firsthand how hard it is to advocate for our children in school. Sometimes we feel helpless\, exhausted\, and lonely and let’s face it advocating for our kids is complicated! If you’re a parent\, grandparent\, caregiver of a child with special needs\, and struggling with special education school related issues. Come join for an opportunity to share what’s happening while engaging in great conversation\, sharing your knowledge\, ideas and resources with other parents in the community who are dealing with the same issues. All from the comfort of your own home. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/statewide-virtual-special-education-parent-chat-group-2/2024-05-30/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240601T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240516T142235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T142235Z
UID:9070-1717236000-1717250400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Recreation Festival at Cazenovia Park in Buffalo\, NY - FREE event
DESCRIPTION:Parent Network of WNY is thrilled to host their Recreation Festival on Saturday. June 1\, 2024\, once again at Cazenovia Park across from the Casino.  The festival will run from 10am – 2 pm\, and there will be representatives from local organizations serving children\, teens\, and adults\, as well as visits from superheroes and princesses\, face painting\, and other community groups\, including a fire truck!  Every family that attends will receive an inclusive Recreation Guide to take home\, as well as opportunities for prizes. \nLearn about recreation programs and services in WNY for individuals with all abilities.  FREE activities and games for all ages and abilities. \nClick here for more information.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/recreation-festival-at-cazenovia-park-in-buffalo-ny-free-event/
LOCATION:Cazenovia Park\, West Seneca\, NY\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Events in WNY
GEO:42.8358977;-78.7538895
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240416T235323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240416T235346Z
UID:9028-1717509600-1717515000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:CPSE to CSE for Parents
DESCRIPTION:Parents will understand the process of transitioning their child from Early Intervention to the Committee on Preschool Special Education. \n*Certificate of completion available upon request*  \nREGISTER HERE!  FREE EVENT! \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload Flyer \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/cpse-to-cse-for-parents/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240604T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240116T233419Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T233419Z
UID:8782-1717525800-1717531200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, for this great presentation on A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD.\nThe 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. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd/2024-06-04/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T141500
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240117T212056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T212207Z
UID:8821-1717592400-1717596900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Autism and Trauma - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Connor Kerns\, PhD\, discusses emerging research on the relationship between trauma and autism. \nThe Speaker \nDr. Connor Kerns has conducted and published studies on broad array of topics including the role of paternal age in ASD risk\, the co-occurrence of childhood psychopathologies\, and differential predictors of CBT efficacy for child anxiety. Her present research focuses on the overlap\, assessment and treatment of anxiety and autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Her ongoing projects aim to explore the varied presentation and phenomenology of anxiety in ASD and the implications of this variation for effective anxiety measurement and treatment. Dr. Kerns is also preparing to extend this work to the understudied area of traumatic events and their sequelae in youth with ASD. Another area of interest is the use of technology to facilitate the dissemination of empirically based treatments. Dr. Kerns is currently working to develop cost-effective\, computer-assisted CBTs for youth with ASD and anxiety\, interactive social stories to improve skill generalization in ASD\, and video-enhanced ASD screening and educational tools. Her long terms goals include developing a parsimonious model of psychiatric co-occurrence to inform the design and dissemination of cross-diagnostic assessments and treatments that will improve child wellbeing and development. \nREGISTER HERE.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/autism-and-trauma-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240522T163816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T163816Z
UID:9089-1717614000-1717617600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent to Parent NYS Presents a Statewide Webinar: Understanding LGBTQ+ Individuals with Disability
DESCRIPTION:LGBTQ+ individuals living with disabilities are often overlooked. Approximately 30% of adolescents that identify in the LGBTQ+ population also have disabilities. Join us for a discussion with Self Advocate Pauline Bosma from MASS (Massachusetts Advocates Standing Strong ) as they explain the challenges of being transgender and disabled\, and what parents need to know. \nREGISTER HERE. \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-nys-presents-a-statewide-webinar-understanding-lgbtq-individuals-with-disability/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20231113T181816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T150527Z
UID:8450-1717698600-1717704000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Charla Con Nosotros Grupo De Apoyo via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:¿Eres padre de un niño/a que tieneuna discapacidad o sospechas quetengan una discapacidad? \nDISCUCIONES YPERSPECTIVAS\nOBTEN APOYO\nConsigue información práctica\,constructiva\, y útil. \nCONECTA CON OTROS\nConsigue información práctica\,constructiva\, y útil.\nAprende mas sobre como manejar con susproblemas a través de experienciascompartidas. \nEXPRESATE\nTén un espacio seguro para compartirsus experiencias y dificultades. \n\n\n\n\nPrimer Jueves de cada mes.  6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. \n\n\n\n\nREGISTRACIÓN\nwww.parentnetworkwny.org/events\nMas Información\n716.332.4170 o\ninfo@parentnetworkwny.org \nRegistración es necesaria para recibirel enlace de Zoom. \nFlyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/charla-con-nosotros-grupo-de-apoyo-via-zoom/2024-06-06/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240608T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T084307
CREATED:20240529T162159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T162426Z
UID:9134-1717840800-1717855200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Get Outdoors & Get Together Day - Saturday\, June 8\, 2024
DESCRIPTION:OPWDD is partnering with NYS State Parks\, DEC\, and the Department of Veterans Services this year on Get Outdoors & Get Together Day\, happening on Saturday\, June 8. Fun and accessible outdoor events will be held at select parks and DEC sites across the state! They are sharing a general flyer with you about the event to use to spread the word and encourage people with and without developmental disabilities to attend and join in on the fun. Everyone is encouraged to bring a picnic lunch with them as concession is not available at every location. \nAt DEC sites\, attendees can discover new skills and enjoy a range of introductory-level outdoor recreation activities such as fishing\, nature walks and hikes\, birding\, archery\, camping\, paddling\, and more. Activities will vary at State Parks and range from lawn games to accessible hikes to arts and crafts. Most events will run from 10 am until 2 pm. Events running at slightly different times are noted below. \nState Park Event Locations \nAll State Parks-hosted events run from 10 am until 2 pm \n• Sunken Meadow State Park (Suffolk County) \n• Buffalo Harbor State Park (Erie County) \n• Darien Lakes State Park (Genesee County) \n• Allegany State Park (Cattaraugus County) \n• Chenango Valley State Park (Chenango County) \n• Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site (Montgomery County) \n• Taughannock Falls State Park (Tompkins County) \n• Denny Farrell Riverbank State Park (New York County) \n• Lake Taghkanic State Park (Columbia County) \n• Sterling Forest State Park (Orange County) \nDEC Event Locations \nMost DEC-hosted events run from 10 am until 2 pm\, *exceptions noted below \n• Hempstead Lake State Park (Nassau County) \n• Mount Loretto Unique Area (Richmond County) \n• Stony Kill Farm Environmental Education Center (Dutchess County) *Event time is 9 am until 2 pm \n• Norrie Point Environmental Education Center (Dutchess County) *Event time is 11 am until 1 pm \n• Kenneth L. Wilson Campground (Ulster County) \n• Catskills Visitor Center (Ulster County) *Event time is 10 am until 4 pm • North-South Lake Campground (Greene County) \n• Five Rivers Environmental Education Center (Albany County) \n• Ausable Point Campground (Clinton County) \n• Lowville Forestry Demonstration Area (Lewis County) \n• Mendon Ponds Park In conjunction with the ADK Outdoor Expo (Monroe County) *Event time is from 9:30 am until 3:30 pm \n• Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center (Erie County) \nOPWDD hopes to see you at Get Outdoors & Get Together Day! For the most up-to-date information about the event\, click here to visit their website. \nIf you have questions about the event or wish to be put in touch with the local event coordinator in your region\, email OPWDD at communications.office@opwdd.ny.gov.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/get-outdoors-get-together-day-saturday-june-8-2024/
CATEGORIES:Other Events in WNY
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