Traveling with Your Special Needs Child/Adult
2024-07-29 11:00 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
Come join Parent to Parent NYS for this NEW Presentation on Traveling with Your Special Needs Child/Adult. Have you dreamed of going on a vacation with your child or adult with special needs? Does your child express a desire to go visit grandparents or a friend? Does he/she want to go on a field trip? Are theme parks or cruises a wish? Does the thought of even planning a trip make you nervous? Whether it’s a day trip or a long vacation, get tips and tricks for planning and implementing a trip with your family member with special needs. Learn how a trip can benefit all of your family members.
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Summer Lunch & Learn Series – Summer Success via Zoom (Once a week July 11-August 29 from 12:00 p.m. - 12:45 p.m.)
2024-07-30 12:00 - 12:45, 2024-08-06 12:00 - 12:45, 2024-08-13 12:00 - 12:45, 2024-08-21 12:00 - 12:45
Summer Lunch & Learn Series – Special Education!
FREE! 12:00 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Thursday, July 11 – Summer Success
Thursday, July 18 – Homeschooling
Wednesday, July 24 – Transition in the IEP
Tuesday, July 30 – Developmental Milestones
Tuesday, August 6 – CPSE to CSE
Tuesday, August 13 – Talking to Your Child About Their Disability
Wednesday, August 21 – Special Education Process
Thursday, August 29 – Learning Disabilities
*Certificate of completion available upon request*
REGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT SERIES! REGISTER ONCE TO ATTEND ALL SESSIONS.
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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Foundations For Change Conference (In-person event)
2024-07-31 08:30 - 15:00 | Breezeway Barns & Garden, 151 N Center St., Perry, NY, 14530, United States
What to expect:
A dynamic and interactive day, using real life examples, that will provide insight and tools to increase your “Power to Relate” to others in the challenging circumstances that you face.
Families and Professionals will learn:

communication skills surrounding challenging behaviors of individuals with disabilities.
evidence-based techniques and tools to increase their ability respond to the challenges they face.
strategies to create the change they desire and better relate to upset, fatigue and burnout.

Registration starts at 8:30 am and lunch will be provided.
Speaker: Joe Clem, MA, LMFT, BCBA

A positive psychology, family systems, Behavioral Therapist who has worked closely with individuals who have developmental disabilities and their families to understand, reduce and transform challenging behavior and heal the emotional issues which often occur in the family.

REGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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Behavior as Communication - Summer Evening Series via Zoom
2024-07-31 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-07 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-14 18:30 - 19:30
Behavior is a way of communicating needs and wants. Behavior communication refers to an individual’s effort to communicate dislikes, needs, desires, etc., but who cannot do so in a traditional manner.
Come to this weekly series to learn about how you can respond to their needs and help them to learn more positive ways to communicate.
Dates of the Series
Wednesdays, July 10, 17, 24 & 31
Wednesdays, August 7 & 14
Times for the Series: 6:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
*Certificate of completion available upon request*
This series builds upon each session. Please plan on attending all sessions.
Registration will close after 7/17/2024.
REGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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Kindergarten Readiness Group - 5 Week Series (Southtowns) - Thursdays, July 25- August 22 from 5:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.
2024-08-01 17:00 - 17:45, 2024-08-08 17:00 - 17:45, 2024-08-15 17:00 - 17:45, 2024-08-22 17:00 - 17:45 | Aurora Town Public Library, 550 Main Street, East Aurora, NY, 14072, United States
Is your child starting Kindergarten in the Fall? Then these workshops are for you!
Five free weekly small group session activities led by Pediatric Occupational Therapists (OT)!
Thursdays, July 25 – August 22 from 5:00 p.m. – 5:45 p.m.
Register once for all five sessions!
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Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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Charla Con Nosotros Grupo De Apoyo via Zoom
2024-08-01 18:30 - 20:00
¿Eres padre de un niño/a que tieneuna discapacidad o sospechas quetengan una discapacidad?
DISCUCIONES YPERSPECTIVAS
OBTEN APOYO
Consigue información práctica,constructiva, y útil.
CONECTA CON OTROS
Consigue información práctica,constructiva, y útil.
Aprende mas sobre como manejar con susproblemas a través de experienciascompartidas.
EXPRESATE
Tén un espacio seguro para compartirsus experiencias y dificultades.

Primer Jueves de cada mes. 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

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When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit.
2024-08-06 18:30 - 19:30
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.
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Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs via Zoom
2024-08-07 11:00 - 12:00
Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs. Extraordinary parenting responsibilities create extraordinary pressures on parents. At the same time, parenting a child with special needs requires energy, focus, and enthusiasm to be effective in our role. The better off we are emotionally and physically, the better off our families will be. Join us for this webinar on Preventing Parent Burnout and discover positive ways to cope with and effectively manage stress.
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How to Prepare for a Successful CPSE/CSE Meeting - webinar
2024-08-07 18:30 - 19:30
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 CPSE/CSE Meeting. This training is to help parents, who approach IEP meetings with fear and dread. If this is you, attended this training and 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!
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Communicating with the CPSE / CSE through Letter Writing - webinar
2024-08-08 09:30 - 10:45
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager/Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS, for this 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.
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Chautauqua County Family & Caregiver Support Group via Zoom
2024-08-08 18:30 - 20:00
Receive Support – Connect with Others – Express Yourself
Free Support for parents, family members and caregivers of children with special needs
REGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org

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Parent to Parent of NYS-Residential Placement Online Discussion Group- Parents who have a child or adult in a Residential placement
2024-08-08 19:00 - 20:00
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.
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The Link WNY’s Family & Caregiver Group via Zoom
2024-08-12 18:30 - 20:00
Are you a parent of a child with disabilities or do you suspect they have a disability?
Do you want to…
– Feel less overwhelmed?
– Feel a sense of belonging?

Get the support you need from Parent Network of WNY, Empower and other group members!
Discuss topics such as Special Education, Sensory Processing Disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorders, and more!
REGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS!
REGISTER HERE.

Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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Parent Group for Parents of Older Children with developmental or physical disabilities 21 and older (via Zoom)
2024-08-12 19:00 - 20:00
Transitioning to adulthood isn’t easy for our kids, or us! Connect with other parents who understand the joys and struggles of raising older children with special needs. Share experiences, advice, and encouragement in a welcoming environment. This group is specifically for parents of children 21 and older.
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A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
2024-08-14 11:00 - 12:30
Please join Parent to Parent of NYS, for this great presentation 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.
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Getting Started with the Residential Process: Tips, Tricks, and Information via Zoom
2024-08-14 18:30 - 19:45
Where Do I Begin?
The 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.
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Early Childhood Playground Playgroup – Buffalo
2024-08-17 10:00 - 11:00 | Tow Path Park, 4 Hertel Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14207, United States
Small group of kids ages 0-5 – All developmental stages & abilities

Parent / Child bonding activities
work on social/emotional skills
meet with other parents in community
provide access to developmental questionnaires

Small group activities with Early Childhood specialists from Parent Network & Help Me Grow!
Please register for each child.
REGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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NEW- Chinese Speaking Family Support Group - Via Zoom
2024-08-17 20:00 - 22:00
Parent to Parent NYS is excited to announce the launch of a new Parent Group tailored specifically for Chinese-speaking parents who have children with a developmental or physical disability. Led by our Fatherhood Engagement Coordinator, Bin Feng, this group is open to parents of children of any age or disability who speak Chinese (Mandarin).
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EI to CPSE Transition for Parents via Zoom
2024-08-19 18:00 - 19:30
In this training families and caregivers will learn about the role of the Early Intervention Program, Committee on Preschool Special Education and the important role of parents in the transition process.
*Certificate of completion available upon request*
REGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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What is an Individualized Education Program for Families of Preschool Students via Zoom
2024-08-20 11:00 - 12:30
Participants will:

Gain an overview of the process for developing an IEP at the preschool level.
Review the components of the preschool IEP and the information that families can share with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) regarding their child’s performance and disability related needs.

*Certificate of completion available upon request*
REGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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Teen Parent Group- for parents of teenagers with developmental or physical disabilities (via Zoom)
2024-08-26 19:00 - 20:00
Are you a parent of a special needs teenager? You are not alone! From navigating adolescence to managing behaviors and fostering independence, our group provides a safe space for open discussions about all things teen related. Parent to Parent offers parents a place where you can connect with other parents facing similar challenges and share experiences in a welcoming and understanding environment.
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The Science of Making Friends for Autistic Youth: Lessons from the UCLA PEERS Program - webinar
2024-08-28 17:00 - 18:00
Learn research updates on evidence-based strategies to support adolescents and young adults develop social skills that encourage lasting friendships.
SPEAKER
Dr. Elizabeth A. Laugeson is a Clinical Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior and is a licensed clinical psychologist. Dr. Laugeson is the Founder and Director of the UCLA PEERS Clinic, which is an outpatient hospital-based program providing parent-assisted social skills training for individuals from preschool to adulthood. Dr. Laugeson is also the Director for the UCLA Tarjan Center, which is a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities, and Program Director for the Predoctoral Psychology Internship Program in Autism and Neurodevelopmental Disabilities at UCLA. Dr. Laugeson has trained tens of thousands of mental health professionals, educators, and families worldwide, and is dedicated to developing and testing evidence-based treatments to improve social skills across the lifespan and across the globe. As one of the only empirically supported and internationally recognized social skills programs for neurodivergent youth, her program is currently used in over 150 countries and has been translated into over a dozen languages.
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