Autism Society Western New York

Behavior as Communication - Summer Evening Series via Zoom
2024-07-17 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-07-24 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-07-31 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-07 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | NY
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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Education Records Organizer via Zoom
2024-07-17 19:00 - 20:00 | NY
This 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.
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What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education - webinar
2024-07-18 09:30 - 10:30 | NY
Please join Tina Beauparlant for this training on What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education. Not everyone starts out by being a good advocate. Many parents, guardians and grandparents have faced challenges in getting their child’s education needs met. Parents, guardians, grandparents, must learn the skills they need to become good advocates for their children. Participants will learn that communicate effectively with teachers and other school personnel is one of the best ways to ensure that your child’s school is creating a good learning environment for your child, and to ensure that your child’s school is providing your child with the services or programs that he or she needs to succeed in school. If you are a Parent, Grandparent, Family Member or just interested in this topic, then this training is for you!
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What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education via Zoom
2024-07-18 09:30 - 10:30 | NY
Please join Tina Beauparlant for this training on What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education. Not everyone starts out by being a good advocate. Many parents, guardians, and grandparents have faced challenges in getting their child’s education needs met. Parents, guardians, grandparents, must learn the skills they need to become good advocates for their children. Participants will learn that communicate effectively with teachers and other school personnel is one of the best ways to ensure that your child’s school is creating a good learning environment for your child, and to ensure that your child’s school is providing your child with the services or programs that he or she needs to succeed in school. If you are a Parent, Grandparent, Family Member or just interested in this topic then this training is for you!
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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.)
2024-07-18 12:00 - 12:45, 2024-07-24 12:00 - 12:45, 2024-07-30 12:00 - 12:45, 2024-08-06 12:00 - 12:45 | NY
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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NEW- Chinese Speaking Family Support Group - Via Zoom
2024-07-20 20:00 - 22:00 | NY
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).
Register here.

Parent to Parent of NYS- Statewide-Virtual Fathers Group
2024-07-22 19:00 - 20:00 | NY
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.
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NEW- Teen Parent Group- for parents of teenagers with developmental or physical disabilities
2024-07-22 19:00 - 20:00 | NY
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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Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read an IEP - webinar
2024-07-23 18:00 - 20:00 | NY
Please join Parent to Parent of NYS, 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!
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Is Guardianship the Only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives
2024-07-24 18:00 - 20:00 | NY
Come join Michele Juda, Ex. Director Parent to Parent of NYS, Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager / Education Specialist as we explore: Is Guardianship the Only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives.
Let’s face it nothing keeps parents up at night more than thinking about who will care for our child/children when we are no longer able to care for them. This workshop will increase the knowledge of families of individuals with disabilities about the options besides legal guardianship for adults with disabilities. If your adult child does not need full guardianship, there are other options that we will explore in this presentation. We will also discuss guardianship and the legal requirements.
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What You Need to Know About Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) - Webinar
2024-07-25 10:00 - 11:15 | NY
Have you heard of LRE or the Least Restrictive Environment? Many parents are unaware of what is means. (LRE) stands for Least Restrictive Environment and is part of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It refers to the placement that your child is in. Least restrictive environment is an important part of your child’s IEP.
Come join Parent to Parent NYS for this new presentation and learn what the laws says about LRE.
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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.
2024-07-25 17:00 - 17:45, 2024-08-01 17:00 - 17:45, 2024-08-08 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!
REGISTER HERE FOR THIS FREE EVENT!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
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Early Childhood Playground Playgroup – Orchard Park
2024-07-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Chestnut Ridge Park, 6121 Chestnut Ridge, Orchard Park, NY, 14127
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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Traveling with Your Special Needs Child/Adult
2024-07-29 11:00 - 12:30 | NY
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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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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Charla Con Nosotros Grupo De Apoyo via Zoom
2024-08-01 18:30 - 20:00 | NY
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DISCUCIONES YPERSPECTIVAS
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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.
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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 | NY
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 | NY
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 | NY
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 | NY
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 | NY
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 | NY
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.
REGISTER HERE.
