Webinar: What You Need to Know About Assistive Technology in the IEP
2021-12-13 18:00 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager /Education Specialist as she presents What You Need to Know About Assistive Technology in the IEP.
This training will teach parents, grandparents, guardians about appropriate Assistive Technology (AT) devices and services how they allow students with disabilities to participate in and benefit from the general education curriculum and to meet Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. For every student with an IEP, federal and state regulations require that the team consider the student’s need for assistive technology devices and services.
If you have questions, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.
Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1899065906637592079

ADHD & Symptom Tests ON-DEMAND WEBINARS Live Webinar on December 14: Optimizing Executive Functions in Children and Adults with ADHD
2021-12-14 14:00 - 15:30
To succeed in school, at work, and in life itself, your executive functions need to be sharp and working well. What are ‘executive functions,’ exactly? The abilities to reason and creatively problem-solve, to exercise self-control and resist temptations, to think before you speak or act, to stay focused and concentrate, and to exercise the flexibility to see things from different perspectives and adapt to change. The good news is that executive functions can be improved at any age.
Stress (even mild stress) seriously impairs executive functions. Mindfulness practices that involve movement (such as t’ai chi or taekwondo) have been especially successful in improving executive functions. School programs such as Tools of the Mind, MindUP, Montessori, and PATHs also help to optimize executive functions. Like mindful movement practices, they train and challenge diverse executive function skills and reduce stress in many ways.
Almost any activity improves executive functions if it challenges you, and you enjoy the activity enough to keep working at it and pushing yourself. The most successful programs involve more instructor-trainee interaction than offered by most computerized training. Having a supportive mentor who firmly believes in you and the efficacy of the program, and who genuinely cares about you, is critical to the success of any program in improving executive functions.
Recommendations for children or adults with ADHD who want to optimize or improve their executive functions include:

Commit to doing an activity you really love that requires, trains, and challenges executive functions – it could be a practicing traditional martial art, performing with a band, or pursuing photography, dance, orienteering, gardening, etc. – try to push yourself outside your comfort zone.
Take steps to reduce stress in your life – for example, try to avoid stressful situations or defuse them, try to maintain a regular routine and put things in the same place so you can find them, follow a mindfulness or yoga practice, spend more time out in nature or with a pet, and remember that no one is perfect, so don’t be so hard on yourself.
Meet the Expert Speaker:
A leader in two fields, psychology and neuroscience, Adele Diamond, Ph.D., FRSC, helped pioneer a now flourishing interdisciplinary field called “developmental cognitive neuroscience.” As the Canada Research Chair Tier 1 Professor of Developmental Cognitive Neuroscience at the University of British Columbia, Dr. Diamond studies how executive functions can be modified by the environment, modulated by genetics and neurochemistry, derailed in disorders, and improved by effective programs and interventions. Her work has helped change medical practice for the treatment of PKU (phenylketonuria) and for the inattentive type of ADHD, and it has impacted early education worldwide.
Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.

Click here to Register
Not available December 14? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.

OPWDD Front Door Information Session via WebEx
2021-12-14 17:00 - 19:00, 2021-12-28 14:30 - 16:30
ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The 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. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
Register: https://opwdd.ny.gov/get-started/information-sessions. Registration 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.
All Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD website: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door

The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD Albany) Live Stream Seminars
2021-12-15 09:00 - 14:15
The Center for Autism and Related Disabilities (CARD Albany) is offering three live stream seminars that are directed towards school professionals, community professionals, and parents, who live or work with individuals on the autism spectrum. These sessions will not be recorded. These seminars AT NO COST to participants living in New York State through a grant from the New York State Education Department. Registration is required to attend. Choose the sessions you would like to attend when you fill out your registration entry.
Seminar One – 9:00am-10:15am
Hidden in Plain Sight: Unmasking Anxiety in ASD
Although anxiety is not considered a core feature of ASD, approximately 40% of young people with ASD have clinically elevated levels of anxiety. It is particularly important to recognize and treat anxiety in ASD since it has a great impact on the course and the core aspects of the disorder, exacerbating social withdrawal as well as repetitive behaviors (Hollander, 2018). This training will look at how anxiety can manifest in individuals with ASD and how to treat these symptoms through a cognitive behavioral approach.
Seminar Two – 11:00am-12:15pm
Returning to the Classroom: Implementing Structure to Support Students with ASD
As many schools make plans to shift from distance learning to in-person instruction, families, students and educators face an adjustment period. That’s especially true for students with autism spectrum disorder, because transitions can be particularly stressful and challenging for them. Establishing a new school routine is also really important. Setting a schedule and daily expectations is key to helping kids feel safe and secure at school. Students must be comfortable in order to re-engage and connect, and that will enable them to be ready to learn (Schetter, 2021). This training will examine ways in which teachers and other school personnel can establish structure within the classroom and throughout the day to support students with ASD as they return to in-person learning.
Seminar Three – 1:00pm-2:15pm
Understanding and Reducing Challenging Behaviors through Functional Communication Training
Participants will be introduced to ways in which they can better understand challenging behaviors and effective strategies to teach more appropriate skills. They will be guided through an evidence-based procedure called Functional Communication Training (FCT) that has been used successfully to reduce challenging behavior in individuals with autism spectrum disorder.
The live stream seminars (three seminars per date) are available on the following dates:
Wednesday, December 15, 2021
Continuing Education Credits
CARD Albany is an approved provider for the following continuing education credits:
School Psychologists (NASP)
Social Workers (LMSW & LCSW)
Continuing Teacher and Leader Education (CTLE)
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
General certificates of attendance will be provided for all participants.
Each session is eligible for 1.25 contact hours. There is a $5.00 processing fee per session for each CEU selected. Please visit our website for more information about CEU offerings. CEUs can be selected during registration and payment can be submitted online with a credit card.
Register: https://www.albany.edu/autism/training-and-learning/training-opportunities/professional-development-and-parent-seminar

Webinar: Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
2021-12-15 10:00 - 11:30
Please join Maryalice Fegeley, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents the webinar 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.
Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions.
Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7434370273151293198

Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide - webinar
2021-12-15 16:00 - 17:30
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager / Education Specialist, 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 be considering, 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).
Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/857707448854745615
If you have questions, please call Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.

Buffalo Group for Parents/Caregivers of Children with Autism Spectrum Disorders via Zoom
2021-12-15 18:30 - 19:30
Practicing social distancing but still need to talk?
Do you want to
~ feel less overwhelmed?
~ feel a sense of belonging?
Get the support you need from Kathy Doody, Jana Mertz & other group members!
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 973 1127 3663
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Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
2021-12-16 14:00 - 16:00
“Everyone has their own likes and dislikes, hobbies and favorite activities. Having a choice is what Self-Direction is all about. You will get to pick your own activities, staff and schedule when you self-direct.
“Self-Direction may be right for you if you can make your own decisions (or have someone to help you do so) and if you want more responsibility, flexible supports and services. Anyone who is eligible for OPWDD services and enrolled in the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver can choose to self-direct their services.
“Although the process may seem complicated at first, you will get help at every step. First, you can attend a Self-Direction information session at a nearby Developmental Disabilities Regional Office (DDRO). You will meet with a team of people whom you choose, (your Circle of Support) and they will help you select your services and put together a budget. Your Circle of Support can include family and close friends, your Care Manager, a Support Broker and staff who know you well. You will talk about what you want from life and make it a reality.
“Self-Direction is flexible. You can change things in your plan when you want something different. You can always switch back to a more traditional model of supports if Self-Direction doesn’t suit you.”
(The above description was taken from http://opwdd.ny.gov/types-services/self-direction.)
NOTE: At this time, meetings are conducted virtually.
Attendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. People cannot receive credit just by calling in.
**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session.
Registration is required. Register through WebEx link: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e8e12c95f336d5371054f0a4049cbec6c

Chautauqua County Family & Caregiver Support Group (Attend in-person or virtually via Zoom.)
2021-12-16 18:30 - 19:30 | The Resource Center, 880 E. Second St., Jamestown, NY, 14701, United States
Free support group for parents, family members, and caregivers of children with special needs.
Receive support, connect with others, and express yourself.
Attend in-person at 880 E. Second Street, Jamestown, NY 14701 or virtually via Zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting
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Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
2021-12-20 16:00 - 18:00
“Everyone has their own likes and dislikes, hobbies and favorite activities. Having a choice is what Self-Direction is all about. You will get to pick your own activities, staff and schedule when you self-direct.
“Self-Direction may be right for you if you can make your own decisions (or have someone to help you do so) and if you want more responsibility, flexible supports and services. Anyone who is eligible for OPWDD services and enrolled in the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver can choose to self-direct their services.
“Although the process may seem complicated at first, you will get help at every step. First, you can attend a Self-Direction information session at a nearby Developmental Disabilities Regional Office (DDRO). You will meet with a team of people whom you choose, (your Circle of Support) and they will help you select your services and put together a budget. Your Circle of Support can include family and close friends, your Care Manager, a Support Broker and staff who know you well. You will talk about what you want from life and make it a reality.
“Self-Direction is flexible. You can change things in your plan when you want something different. You can always switch back to a more traditional model of supports if Self-Direction doesn’t suit you.”
(The above description was taken from http://opwdd.ny.gov/types-services/self-direction.)
NOTE: At this time, meetings are conducted virtually.
Attendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. People cannot receive credit just by calling in.
**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session.
Registration is required. Register through WebEx link: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e8a92c99380873aab321e91f42f14848d

Northtowns Family/Caregiver Support Group via Zoom
2021-12-20 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!
Join Zoom Meeting
https://zoom.us/j/99541728957?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 995 4172 8957 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Sing 2 - Sensory Friendly Film Showing January 1, 2021
2022-01-01 10:00 - 12:00 | Flix Stadium 10, 4901 Transit Road, Lancaster, NY, 14043, United States
Flix Stadium 10 in Lancaster, NY Announces Sensory Friendly Family Film Series
Flix Stadium 10 sensory friendly family film series slated to run the first Saturday of every month at 10am. The films will be presented with the theatre lights on and the sound lowered.
Dipson 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.
Admission 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.
Potential 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.
Contact:
Tracy Janis’ General Manager
Flix Stadium 10
tracy@dipsontheatres.com

Live Webinar on January 4: What Is Your Child’s Sensory Profile? Strategies for Supporting Children with ADHD and SPD
2022-01-04 13:00 - 14:30
Parenting a child with ADHD and sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a marathon, not a sprint. There is universal approach because different nervous systems functions in different ways. What’s more, the supports that help your child today may not succeed next time, so caregivers must stock their tool boxes with multiple strategies to help and guide self-regulation. Personalizing your child’s support according to their “sensory profile” will help educate you as a parent, and empower you and your child to develop and insist on using the tools that you know will aid self-regulation.

Parenting a child with ADHD and sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a marathon, not a sprint. There is universal approach because different nervous systems functions in different ways. What’s more, the supports that help your child today may not succeed next time, so caregivers must stock their tool boxes with multiple strategies to help and guide self-regulation. Personalizing your child’s support according to their “sensory profile” will help educate you as a parent, and empower you and your child to develop and insist on using the tools that you know will aid self-regulation.
Neurodivergent pediatric occupational therapist and author Dr. Danielle Delorenzo, a specialist in ADHD and SPD, will empower and educate parents to support their children by shifting to a mindful mindset and meeting their sensory needs.
In this webinar you will learn:

How to adopt a neurodiversity-affirming mindset that can shift your entire approach to parenting your child with ADHD and SPD
How to identify your child’s sensory profile to help you use the “just right” supports to meet your child’s sensory needs
How to determine your own sensory profile and be present and regulated during frustrating interactions with your child
Tools and tips for parents to support their child’s sensory needs and create a sensory-rich home environment
Parenting strategies to help your child self-regulate their emotions

Meet the Expert Speaker:
Danielle Delorenzo, OTD, OTR/L, is a neurodivergent pediatric occupational therapist, business owner, published author, and professor. She is the creator of Mornings with an OT Mom(@mornings.with.an.ot.mom) and co-founder of mindfulness in mOTion, INC. She has a doctorate degree in occupational therapy, postgraduate studies in Infant Mental Health, and practices with a focus on early intervention, movement, mindfulness, and their connection to academic learning. Her professional and personal lives collided when her son sustained trauma at birth and was later diagnosed with autism, ADHD, and SPD at 2.5 years old. Her mission is to empower, uplift, and educate parents, students, and professionals on all things motherhood, parenting, and occupational therapy.
Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.
Click here to Register
Not available January 4? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.

Webinar: Effective Advocacy Skills
2022-01-05 11:00 - 12:00
Please join Trish Washburn, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Effective Advocacy Skills. 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 communicating 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.
Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/658619977940439310
If you have questions, please contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.

Front Door Information Session via WebEx
2022-01-05 11:00 - 13:00
ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The 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. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
Registration for a session is required.
Register: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ebb8303883f73b0115746eae3a7a9e084
If you need assistance, please contact Jeff Roberts at (585) 241-5797 or Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov
All Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD website: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door

Webinar- Education Records Organizer
2022-01-05 16:00 - 17:00
Please join Trish Washburn, Parent Advocate for this wonderful presentation.
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.
Please contact with any question: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.
Webinar- On line Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6907314984376270603

Webinar: How to Prepare for a Successful CSE Meeting
2022-01-06 12:00 - 13:15
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager/ Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents this wonderful presentation.
This training is to help parents, who approach IEP meetings with fear and dread. If this sounds like you, attended this training and there may be some suggestions to help you feel more at ease and able to 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 just interested in this topic then this training is for you!
Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8461341627867208208
If you have questions, please contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.

Front Door Information Session via WebEx (Spanish)
2022-01-06 16:00 - 18:00
ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The 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. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
Registration for a session is required.

Para registrarse, haga clic aquí:
https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ef22798bbd92e0ffa6f5485429c2cb231
Si necesita ayuda, comuníquese con: Clara Fournier al número de teléfono (718) 430-0761 o clara.fournier@opwdd.ny.gov

All Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD website: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door

Webinar: A Beginners Guide to the Special Education Process
2022-01-10 12:00 - 13:15
Please join Trish Washburn, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents this workshop.
This workshop will describe the purpose of special education, introduction to special education process, and services available to children ages birth to 21. This training is for parents, grandparents, guardians, and professionals that are new to the special education process or have limited knowledge. The goal of the training is for attendees to learn the basics of the special education system.
Webinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6607941056395504908
If you have questions, contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.

Live Webinar on January 10: Focus on Inattentive ADHD: The Under-Diagnosed and Under-Treated Subtype
2022-01-10 13:00 - 14:00
ADHD’s three distinct subtypes were first recognized in the 1994 update to the DSM (Diagnostic and Statistical Manual), however confusion over the subtypes’ differences persists even today. This appears particularly true of the “Predominantly Inattentive” (PI) subtype, which is characterized by symptoms of distractibility, failure to complete work, forgetfulness, and disorganization. People with the predominantly inattentive ADHD — many of them women diagnosed later in life — experience the same problems paying attention that are typical of ADHD, but they face fewer of the difficulties related to impulse control seen in the Combined subtype.
Because inattentive children exhibit fewer behavior-management problems, PI is not always recognized and diagnosed in childhood, and this under-recognition can persist into adulthood. This is particularly true for girls with ADHD, who are more likely than boys to have the PI subtype. Research and clinical experience show clearly, however, that difficulties with attention — even when not accompanied by impulsivity or hyperactivity — can lead to significant functional impairment and distress in higher education, the workplace, and in social
interactions. When PI is diagnosed and treated early, individuals can work to manage symptoms and take better control of the condition.
In this webinar, you will learn about:
The prevalence of predominantly inattentive ADHD in children and adults
The most common symptoms and distinctive features of inattentive ADHD
How predominantly inattentive ADHD is recognized and diagnosed
The daily-life difficulties of people with PI
Effective treatments for predominantly inattentive ADHD
Not available January 10? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.
Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.
Meet the Expert Speaker:
Dr. Mary Solanto is professor of pediatrics and psychiatry at the Hofstra/Northwell School of Medicine (Long Island, N.Y.). Prior to joining Hofstra, she was Director of the ADHD Center at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and Associate Professor of Psychiatry at NYU. In 2017-2018, Dr. Solanto was a Fulbright U.S. Scholar in the Netherlands, where she conducted research on treatment of ADHD in college students. Dr. Solanto’s research on the cognitive and behavioral functioning of children and adults with ADHD, the effects of psychostimulants, and the characteristics of subtypes of ADHD has been supported by grants from NIMH, NICHD, and NINDS. She developed a novel cognitive-behavioral intervention for adults with ADHD, which was the focus of an NIMH-sponsored efficacy study (American Journal of Psychiatry, 2010). The manual for therapists, Cognitive-Behavioral Treatment of Adult ADHD: Targeting Executive Dysfunction was published by Guilford Press (2011). The program was recognized as the Innovative Program of the Year by CHADD (2011). Dr. Solanto has served on study section/grant review panels for NIMH. Currently, she is a member of the editorial boards of the Journal of Attention Disorders, and the ADHD Report (Guilford Press), and serves on the professional advisory boards of CHADD and APSARD.
Click here to register.

Webinar: What is Section 504?
2022-01-10 18:00 - 19:00
Please join Trish Washburn, Education Advocate, for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on What is Section 504?
This training will introduce you to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This training is designed to provide you with an understanding of the law, how it applies to educational programs and to students with disabilities. Children who qualify under this law receive services and/ or accommodations in the public-school system without being classified under IDEA/IDEIA and their school district’s Committee on Special Education.
If you are a Parent, Grandparent, Family Member, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you!
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5676882306575605772

How to Protect My Child’s Future Through Guardianship, Wills & Trusts workshop
2022-01-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Orleans Niagara BOCES, 4124 Saunders Settlement Road, Sanborn, NY, 14132, United States
FREE WORKSHOP
Planning for the future is especially important when you have a child with a disability. This workshop provides parents or caregivers with an overview of things to think about: guardianship, wills, and trusts. The class will help you to understand your options as you begin to think about plans for your special needs child.
RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
Register
Call: 716.332.4170
Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org

CCM Independence Connection (weekly classes)
2022-01-12 18:00 | The Autism Resource Center, 97 Main St., Hamburg, NY, 14075, United States
Weekly classes for adolescents who could benefit from life skills training to support independence. Several topics will be covered over the course of the school year, including grocery shopping and cooking, cleaning, organizing and time management, self-care, job skills, money management, and relationship skills.
Classes will be held on Wednesday evenings from 6:00 PM – 6:45 PM at the Autism Resource Center, 97 Main St, Hamburg, NY 14075.
Class Dates:
January 12th, 19th & 26th
February 2nd, 9th & 16th
March 3rd, 9th, 16th & 23rd
Recommended ages 13-18
Any additional questions, please email collabcomm.mission@gmail.com.
REGISTER: https://www.collaborativecommunitymission.org/events-1/ccm-independence-connection-4

Webinar- Health Care Notbook
2022-01-12 18:00 - 19:15
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center as she presents a webinar on the Health Care Notebook.
Participants will learn how a HCN can assist in organizing medical records. They will be given tips on how the notebook can assist with advocacy, save time, reduce stress and utilize the information within the notebook in the event of an emergency.
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org.
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2439367021610510095

What Happens After Early Intervention? via Zoom
2022-01-13 12:30 - 14:00
In this workshop you will learn more about:

How to get ready for your child’s transition to preschool
The transition from Early Intervention (EI) to working with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE)
Information on timelines and commonly used vocabulary to help you better understand the transition process
How to make informed decisions to benefit your child

REGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!
REGISTER: https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/what-happens-after-early-intervention-4/
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org

Front Door Information Session via WebEx
2022-01-14 10:00 - 12:00
ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The 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. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
Registration for a session is required.

Register: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e125edaabab6d3f2026852360daed909e
If you need assistance, please contact Shannon Alford, 315-793-9600 ext. 602 shannon.m.alford@opwdd.ny.gov

All Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD website: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door

Explore & More’s Au-Some Evenings
2022-01-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Explore & More – The Ralph C Wilson Jr. Children’s Museum, 130 Main Street, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Explore & More’s Au-Some Evenings are free monthly events for children with autism spectrum disorder and sensory processing disorders along with family and friends. The second Friday of each month from 5:30pm – 7:30pm, children can play and learn together in an understanding and supportive environment. Families have access to the museum space and play zones. Featured activities include a music center, therapy dogs, art projects and gross motor activities. Explore & More will also have a social
narrative about the museum and its play zones, quiet kits, as well as calming sensory friendly spaces in the museum. Space is limited so reservations are essential. Be sure to check the website for the latest information. Email accessibility@exploreandmore.org to reserve your space.

WEBINAR: Benefits and Entitlements for People with Disabilities
2022-01-18 12:00 - 13:15
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center, as she presents a webinar on Benefits and Entitlements for People with Disabilities. Join Lin Perry as she unravels the web of public benefits and Medicaid waivers available to people with disabilities. This is a very complicated issue and many families don’t know where to begin so let us help you get started. The purpose of the webinar is to provide caregivers with the information about state and federal programs so they will have the knowledge to know what their loved one is eligible for.
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350.
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8603400730736596747

Front Door Information Session via WebEx
2022-01-19 09:00 - 11:00
ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES
The 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. All sessions are presently offered remotely by WebEx. The session length is two hours.
Registration for a session is required.

To register, click here:
https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e95f20f9f4f4f88d40ebad4c1fbc657b2
If you need assistance, please contact Christina Vankeuren 518-388-0431 Christina.M.Vankeuren@opwdd.ny.gov

All Regional Offices offer translation services for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact your local Front Door Office. Front Door contact numbers may be found on the OPWDD website: https://opwdd.ny.gov/contact-us#access-services-through-front-door
