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SUMMARY:A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Please join Barb Hoffman\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, Regional Coordinator\, as she presents 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. \nWebinar Moderator: Sharon Linne \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant – Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nRegistration is Required:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5734160266888653840
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220608T110000
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SUMMARY:What is Section 504? - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager/ Education Specialist\, for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on What is Section 504? \nThis 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. \nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Members\, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6612120300112933391
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-section-504-webinar-10/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T190000
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SUMMARY:Family/Caregiver Support Group - 2022 via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent of a child with disabilities or suspect they have a disability? \nDo you want to\n~ feel less overwhelmed?\n~ feel a sense of belonging? \nGet the support you need from Parent Network of WNY & other group members!  First Tuesday of the month from 5:30 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. \nVirtual Meeting via Zoom.  Join Zoom Meeting\nhttps://zoom.us/j/96127043675?pwd=QzA5Z0tRVWczQUVlTnNhVXY2OVBnUT09\nMeeting ID: 961 2704 3675\, Passcode: 632607 \nNO JUDGEMENTS – NO FEES – ALL ARE WELCOME\nemail: info@parentnetworkwny.org | call: 716.332.4170\nwww.parentnetworkwny.org/events
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/family-caregiver-support-group-2022-via-zoom-5/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220607T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220427T164140Z
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UID:6491-1654617600-1654624800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session (English) via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e2c226b28288e0f58f03ff3e5bfd14156 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Cortney Zielasko\, 315-793-9600\, cortney.l.zielasko@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-english-via-webex-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220606T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220303T165620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T175712Z
UID:6239-1654540200-1654545600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:The Link - WNY's Family & Caregiver Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent of a child with disabilities or do you suspect they have a disability?\nDo you want to…– Feel less overwhelmed?– Feel a sense of belonging? \nGet 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! \nREGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS!\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/northtowns-family-caregiver-support-group-via-zoom-18/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220604T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
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SUMMARY:Sensory Friendly Family Film Series:  Top Gun:  Maverick
DESCRIPTION:Flix Stadium 10 in Lancaster\, NY Announces Sensory Friendly Family Film Series \nFlix 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. \nDipson 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. \nUpcoming movie:  June 4:  Top Gun:  Maverick  After more than thirty years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators\, Pete Mitchell is where he belongs\, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot and dodging the advancement in rank that would ground him. \nAdmission 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. \nPotential 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. \nContact:\nTracy Janis\, General Manager \nFlix Stadium 10 \ntracy@dipsontheatres.com \n716-668-1888 \n4901 Transit Road \nLancaster\, NY 14043 \nwww.dipsontheatres.com
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/sensory-friendly-family-film-series-top-gun-maverick/
LOCATION:Flix Stadium 10\, 4901 Transit Road\, Lancaster\, NY\, 14043\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
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SUMMARY:Navigating the Special Education Process
DESCRIPTION:Participants and Parents will gain: \n\nBasic understanding of special education process and intro to special education regulations\nInteractive session of a CPSE/CSE meeting\n\nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!  REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MAY 27\, 2022.\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nLocation: Daemen University\nLight Breakfast Included. \nTO REGISTER:  CLICK ON THE DATE \nSaturday\, June 4\, 2022 \n8:30am- 12:00pm
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/navigating-the-special-education-process-2/
LOCATION:Daemen University\, 4380 Main Street\, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220603T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220513T182645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T182645Z
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SUMMARY:Navigating The Special Education Process
DESCRIPTION:Participants and Parents will gain: \n\nBasic understanding of special education process and intro to special education regulations\nInteractive session of a CPSE/CSE meeting\n\nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!  REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MAY 27\, 2022.\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nLocation: Daemen University\nLight Breakfast Included. \nTO REGISTER:  CLICK ON THE DATE \nFriday\, June 3\, 2022 \n8:30am- 12:00pm
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/navigating-the-special-education-process/
LOCATION:Daemen University\, 4380 Main Street\, Amherst\, NY\, 14226\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T200000
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CREATED:20220317T194514Z
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SUMMARY:Having The Talk: Sexual Behavior\, Reproduction and Youth with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to have a more comfortable conversation about sexuality and sexual identity with your family member with a disability? \nDo you want to learn what words to use so that you can “have the talk” or answer questions about how their bodies are changing? \nLearn the value of early and ongoing discussions and appropriate social behavior at home and in the community. \nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT!  Register:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/having-the-talk-sexual-behavior-reproduction-and-youth-with-disabilities-2/\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \nDownload flyer
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/having-the-talk-sexual-behavior-reproduction-and-youth-with-disabilities-2/
LOCATION:Chautauqua Children’s Gym\, 3469 East Main Road\, Dunkirk\, NY\, 14048\, United States
CATEGORIES:Programs & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220427T154944Z
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UID:6480-1654185600-1654192800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session\nRegistration is required.\n(All sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address) \nAttendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. If you have any additional questions regarding attendance\, please call your SD Liaison.\n**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/region-1-self-direction-information-session-via-webex-20/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220427T162110Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T162110Z
UID:6488-1654174800-1654182000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session (Spanish) via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nPara registrarse\, haga clic aquí: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e6cb072d953c80a797d1120d565a3ca69 \nSi necesita ayuda\, comuníquese con Clara Fournier 718-430-0761 Clara.Fournier@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-spanish-via-webex/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220601T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220427T161808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T161808Z
UID:6486-1654074000-1654081200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session (English) via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nTo register\, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=eba2747c03da0f29a6221aff1c8c1f6e6 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Jeffrey Roberts 585-241-5797 Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-english-via-webex/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220420T222635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T222635Z
UID:6447-1654023600-1654027200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parents Considering a Residential Placement Discussion Group - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering residential placement for your family member? Parent to Parent of New York State is excited to host a new Parent Discussion Group facilitated by Sharon Linne for families with children and adults of all ages who are considering placement in a residential school or a group home. \nCome join us for an hour of support and conversation about this important topic. \nVirtual Zoom.  Registration Required:   https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqc–ppzkiGdLNb3pg51CS4TfR1hFcibfp \nContact: Sharon Linne – Slinne@ptopnys.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parents-considering-a-residential-placement-discussion-group-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220531T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220517T183435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220517T183435Z
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SUMMARY:Strategies for Effective Advocacy for Children with Autism  - webinar
DESCRIPTION:FREE Information Sharing Webinar \nAbout the Webinar: Effective advocacy by both practitioners and caregivers is essential to meeting the unique needs of children with autism. It is also critical that we support self-advocacy by the individual. This 30-minute webinar will help both practitioners and caregivers develop a framework for creating a collaborative approach\, in which the child’s needs can be met. \nLearning Objectives:\n• Participants will learn effective ways to advocate for children with autism.\n• Participants will learn how to support advocacy by caregivers or the individual with autism.\n• Participants will learn strategies for creating a collaborative environment in which the needs of the child come first. \nPresented by Rebecca Meyer\, M.S.\, M.S.W.\, The Summit Center \nRebecca Meyer has a master’s degree in Behavioral Neuroscience and a master’s degree in Social Work. She has conducted and published research in the neurobiological substrates of addiction and worked as a Clinical Medical Social Worker at the University of Michigan Hospital. She is currently working in Behavior Support and Social Work at The Summit Center. She is passionate about advocating for the students\, staff\, and caregivers she serves. \nThis webinar is made possible by a grant from NYSRCASD. Requests for accommodations/special needs may be sent to wnyrcasd@thesummitcenter.org or by calling 716-629-3417. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/strategies-for-effective-advocacy-for-children-with-autism-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220420T222241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T222241Z
UID:6445-1653591600-1653597000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent to Parent of NYS FATHERS Zoom GROUP
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Meeting: Bi-weekly on Thursdays\, starting at 7 p.m. \nParent to Parent has established an informal Fathers Group to meet online via Zoom and discuss the role of dads in navigating their children’s special needs. \nVirtual Zoom.  Registration Required:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEtcOivqD8vGdEpO5DltxXk9Ds9xNFODCuV \nContact: Chris Brewster- cbrewster@ptopnys.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-to-parent-of-nys-fathers-zoom-group-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220526T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220420T221851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T221851Z
UID:6443-1653588000-1653593400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Is Guardianship the only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Come join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist as we explore:  Is Guardianship the only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives. \nLet’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. \nThis workshop will increase the knowledge of families of individuals with disabilities about the options besides legal guardianship for adults with disabilities. \nIf your adult child does not need full guardianship\, there are other options that we will explore in this presentation. \nWe will also discuss guardianship and the legal requirements. \nContact Tina Beauparlant for more details (518) 381-4350 or tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nOnline Webinar.  Registration Required: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7533254861737044496
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/is-guardianship-the-only-option-an-overview-of-guardianship-and-the-many-alternatives-webinar-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220525T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220513T192846Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T192846Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding and Treating Challenging Behaviors Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Free\, three-part webinar at 11 am\, Eastern time (US)\, Wednesday\, May 25\, 2022\n11-11:15am\nPart One: Challenges when your son or daughter is experiencing a difficult time\nPaul Shattock\, PhD will provide a parent perspective on handling his son’s challenging behaviors and describe the experiences of other families who have had a difficult time dealing with these behaviors. \n11:15-11:30am\nPart Two: Discussion of various biological and social reasons for challenging behaviors\nARI’s Executive Director Stephen M. Edelson\, PhD\, will discuss numerous underlying causes for challenging behaviors such as self-injurious behavior and aggression. He will also stress the need to consider numerous possible contributors to these behaviors when developing an effective treatment plan. \n11:30am – 12:30pm\nPart Three: Teaching Children with Autism How to Communicate Their Wants and Needs\nWhen children with autism engage in challenging behaviors (such as aggression\, self-injury\, tantrums\, etc.)\, it is typically because they are trying to communicate some want or need\, but they do not have a better way to get their needs met. If we can determine the communicative “messages” of the children’s challenging behavior and teach them to communicate the same message in a better way (a process known as Functional Communication Training [FCT])\, their challenging behavior would not be necessary and would therefore be reduced. \n\nThis is a joint presentation by ARI and The World Autism Organisation. \nREGISTER \n\n\n\nAbout the speakers:\nStephen M. Edelson\, Ph.D.\, is the director of the Autism Research Institute. Active in the field of autism for over 30 years\, he was named director of ARI in 2006 after the passing of autism pioneer and advocate\, Dr. Bernard Rimland. Dr. Edelson has conducted research in a variety of areas comprising behavior\, sensory issues\, and cognition; he has published peer-reviewed research articles with many notables in the autism field\, including Drs. Bernard Rimland\, Ivar Lovaas\, Temple Grandin\, and Margaret Bauman. Learn more about Dr. Edelson. \n\nLauren Moskowitz\, PhD\, is an Associate Professor of Psychology at St. John’s University and a core member of the School Psychology (Psy.D. and M.S.) programs. She earned her B.S. from Cornell University and her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Stony Brook University. Dr. Moskowitz completed her clinical internship at NYU Child Study Center and Bellevue Hospital and her postdoctoral fellowship at NYU Child Study Center. She is on the editorial board of the Journal of Positive Behavior Interventions (JPBI)\, serves as a peer reviewer for many other leading journals in the field\, and was Co-Chair of the Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disabilities (ASDD) SIG for the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT) from 2016-2018. \n\nPaul Shattock (B.Pharm\, Dip.Ag.Vet.Pharm\, OBE)\, a pharmacist and parent of an autistic son\, was Honorary Director of the Autism Research Unit (ARU)\, University of Sunderland\, UK now called ESPA Research. He is Chairman of ESPA (Education and Services for People with Autism) which provides teaching and residential services for young adults with autism and President-Elect of the World Autism Organisation (WAO) having previously been secretary for Autisme-Europe. His research interests include rights and models of service provision for people with autism\, biomedical and environmental factors implicated in autism\, and the use and abuse of medication for autism.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-and-treating-challenging-behaviors-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T181500
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T221437Z
UID:6441-1653325200-1653329700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What is Section 504? - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Specialist\, for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on What is Section 504? \nThis 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. \nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member\, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Online Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1322482009068354061
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-section-504-webinar-9/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220523T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220111T171102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T171102Z
UID:6048-1653300000-1653307200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nTo register\, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e40c51c310259f9beb1054ad14bb0aee0 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Erin Caglioti 631-416-3943 erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-via-webex-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220518T173455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220518T173455Z
UID:6579-1653049800-1653053400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:TRANSITIONAL SERVICES FOR SCHOOL AGED STUDENTS TO ADULTHOOD - FREE WEBINAR
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explain what services are available to your family member(s)\, students\, and individuals you provide services to. How to apply for OPWDD Services will be\nreviewed. This will include contact information\, documents needed\, and an overview of the process. Services available through OPWDD such as Day Habilitation\, Programs Without Walls\, and Self-Directed Services will be discussed. Additionally\, there will be a brief discussion about Guardianship\, Social Security\, and Medicaid as well as a question-and-answer period.\nPresenter:  Jillian Panni\, Associate Director of Adult & Family Support Services\, Eden II Programs\nREGISTER:  http://www.eden2.org/webinars \nNYS Social Work CEUs available for an additional $10 CEU fee. \nEden II Programs is recognized by the New York State Education Department’s State Board for Social Work as an approved provider of continuing education for licensed social workers #SW-0629.  This event offers 1 NYS Social Work CEU.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/transitional-services-for-school-aged-students-to-adulthood-free-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220111T170837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T170837Z
UID:6046-1653040800-1653048000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:ATTEND A FRONT DOOR INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES \nThe 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. \nRegistration for a session is required. \n\n\nTo register\, click here: https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e37e2793dbe1f16295d1ca82a544e20b5 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Kelli Smith 845-695-7330 Kelli.l.smith@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\nAll 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
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-information-session-via-webex-23/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220112T211355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T211355Z
UID:6128-1652985000-1652988600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Chautauqua County Family & Caregiver Support Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Receive Support – Connect with Others – Express Yourself\nFree virtual support for parents\, family members and caregivers of children with special needs is the third Thursday of every month at 6:30pm. \nVirtual meeting.  Join via Zoom.\nMeeting ID: 826 7966 0440 Passcode: 028188
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/chautauqua-county-family-caregiver-support-group-via-zoom-8/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220112T230628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220112T230628Z
UID:6157-1652983200-1652990400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Parent's Guide to Special Education (formerly Parent Member) via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:FREE WORKSHOP \n2 Parts:   Online Training and Virtual Meeting via Zoom \nLearn about the Special Education Process and the Individualized Education Program!\n\nGain understanding about procedures\, NYS regulations\, and strategies to promote a parent’s understanding and participation in an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting.\nThis course is required to receive a Parent Member Certificate to support a parent of a child with a disability in an IEP meeting.\n\nPart 1 – Online videos & activities\nComplete at least 1 day prior to Live Zoom Session \nPart 2 – Live Zoom Session\nMay 19th\n6:00 pm – 8:00 pm \nCTLE Credits Available \nRESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY! \nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/parents-guide-to-special-education-formerly-parent-member-3/ \nCall: 716-332-4170 \nEmail: info@parentnetworkwny.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parents-guide-to-special-education-formerly-parent-member-via-zoom-3/
CATEGORIES:Programs & Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T203000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220420T220724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T220724Z
UID:6439-1652900400-1652905800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Western NY Region: Caregiver Connections — Virtual Parent Groups through ZOOM
DESCRIPTION:At Parent to Parent of NYS we want you to know that during these uncertain and overwhelming times you are not alone. We are still here to offer support and information as we work from home. Our Caregiver Connections. This group is an informal meeting for parents who are navigating their child’s special needs. \nVirtual Zoom.  Registration Required: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qcOmop… \nClick the link above to register in advance for this meeting. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. \nContact: Barb Hoffman – bhoffman@ptopnys.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/western-ny-region-caregiver-connections-virtual-parent-groups-through-zoom-10/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220518T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220420T220345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T220345Z
UID:6437-1652875200-1652878800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Education Records Organizer - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Parent Advocate for this wonderful presentation. \nThis 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. \nPlease contact with any question: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nVirtual Webinar.  Registration required:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4916954847891230222
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/education-records-organizer-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220420T182817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T153715Z
UID:6408-1652806800-1652814000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) & Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) Process via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Gain an understanding of the regulations\, the process\, and the roles of the families and the school. \nCertificate of completion available upon request \nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT! \nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/understanding-the-functional-behavior-assessment-fba-behvaior-intervention-plan-bip-process/\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-functional-behavior-assessment-fba-behavior-intervention-plan-bip-process-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220517T121500
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220420T214737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T214737Z
UID:6434-1652785200-1652789700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Loss\, Grief\, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Dianne O’Connor\, Regional Coordinator\, as she presents on Loss\, Grief and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs. \nPowerful and intense feelings are natural and common responses to parenting a child with exceptional needs. This training will provide an overview of common emotions experienced by parents and discuss how by sharing and acknowledging these emotions parents can find the inner strength needed to face and embrace their role as a parent of a child with special needs. \nIf you have questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nVirtual Webinar.  Registration Required:   https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7198493151295956238
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/loss-grief-and-adjustment-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-webinar-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220516T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220516T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220427T150331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T150331Z
UID:6478-1652691600-1652698800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session\nRegistration is required.\n(All sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address) \nAttendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. If you have any additional questions regarding attendance\, please call your SD Liaison.\n**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session. \nREGISTER
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/region-1-self-direction-information-session-via-webex-19/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220513T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220111T214957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T214957Z
UID:6093-1652463000-1652470200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Explore & More’s Au-Some Evenings - May 13\, 2022
DESCRIPTION: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\nnarrative 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.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/explore-mores-au-some-evenings-may-13-2022/
LOCATION:Explore & More – The Ralph C Wilson Jr. Children’s Museum\, 130 Main Street\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14202\, United States
CATEGORIES:Sensory Friendly Event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220512T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T140130
CREATED:20220420T213926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220420T213926Z
UID:6430-1652382000-1652385600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Residential Placement Online Discussion Group- Parents who have a child in a Residential placement
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a family member in a residential program and are struggling to make peace with this decision? Parent to Parent is excited to host a new Parent Discussion Group facilitated by Mariela Adams\, for families with children and adults of all ages that have children in residential school or a group home. \nVirtual Zoom.  Registration Required:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItcOCgqjkiE93EvzhK2aXOn96j5KDcPGBy \nContact: Valerie Colavecchio – vcolavecchio@ptopnys.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/residential-placement-online-discussion-group-parents-who-have-a-child-in-a-residential-placement-3/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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