Events

Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx/online

All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. Attendance is taken using the email … Continued

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OPWDD FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION (Spanish) – online

The Front Door Information Session will 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.  All sessions are presently offered remotely … Continued

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Statewide- Virtual Special Education Parent Chat Group

Come join us for our 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 … Continued

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Preschool Special Education Process via Zoom

The Preschool Special Education process training is designed to gain an understanding of the IEP process including but not limited to the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE), the roles and responsibilities of all parties. *Certificate of completion available upon request*  REGISTER TODAY!  FREE … Continued

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Trauma Informed Parenting (In person event)

Parent Network of Western New York 1021 Broadway, Buffalo, NY

When behavior is communication, what are kids trying to tell us? Have you ever wondered if there’s a way to reach a child when their brain is in a dysregulated state? Come and learn what trauma is and how it impacts the brain, body and … Continued

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Chautauqua County Family & Caregiver Support Group via Zoom

Receive Support - Connect with Others - Express Yourself Free Support for parents, family members and caregivers of children with special needs MEET THE HOSTS Marcia Restivo, 23 years' experience working with special needs families and Laurie Reynolds, parent of … Continued

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Graduation Options for Students with Disabilities via Zoom

Gain understanding of the NYS graduation requirements. Key areas being discussed: credit requirements multiple pathways to graduation safety nets for students with disabilities appeal process exiting credentials available to students *Certificate of completion available upon request* REGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/graduation-options-for-students-with-disabilities-3/ … Continued

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OPWDD FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION (English) – online

The Front Door Information Session will 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.  All sessions are presently offered remotely … Continued

Free