Front Door Information Session via WebEx (Spanish)
2022-01-06 16:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
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

Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
2022-01-19 10:00 - 12:00
Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session
Registration is required.
(All sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address)
Attendance is taken using the email address logging in for the session. If you have any
additional questions regarding attendance, please call your SD Liaison.
**People who are unable to access a WebEx session should contact their SD Liaison for a phone session.
Register:
NYS Information Technology Service WebEx Enterprise Site

Webinar: Executive Functioning – Strategies at Home
2022-01-19 13:00 - 14:00
Learn practical strategies and activities to use at home to strengthen and support executive functioning skills.
About the Speaker
Amy Moore Gaffney, M.A., CCC-SLP is an educational consultant with the Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA) at the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, Indiana University, Bloomington. Gaffney has experience working with young children, school-age children, and young adults. Through her work as a speech-language pathologist and Autism consultant, Gaffney has worked with students and their families in a variety of settings, including in-home, public and private schools, and a private clinic.
Click here to register.

Live Webinar on January 19: Perfectionism and ADHD: Making ‘Good Enough’ Work for You
2022-01-19 13:00 - 14:00
Do you set unrealistic goals and worry about disappointing others? Are your personal expectations based on “shoulds” instead of your known strengths and interests? Does this result in shame and low self-esteem?
These behaviors point to a cycle of perfectionism, an unhealthy insistence on personal flawlessness that increases anxiety and holds you back from the natural process of learning that’s part of daily living. Perfectionism is common among teens and adults with ADHD who struggle with wanting something to be right so much that it becomes difficult to start (and complete) tasks, assignments, and projects. Though perfectionism can be motivating, it can also keep you overfocused on the end result and not the process of getting there.
In this webinar, Dr. Sharon Saline will explain how to stop setting unreasonable standards, engaging in negative comparisons to others, and criticizing yourself for living with ADHD. You will learn how to understand and manage the root causes of perfectionism, examine the role of imposter syndrome, decrease negative self-talk, and increase your capacity for personal compassion. You will understand how to improve executive functioning skills related to procrastination and productivity, stop reflexive shame, and create techniques for managing stress. With these resources, you’ll begin to nurture the essential resilience of a growth mindset and accept yourself as you truly are — perfectly imperfect.
In this free, hour-long webinar you will learn how to:

Understand the relationship between anxiety, perfectionism, and ADHD
Improve executive functioning skills related to procrastination and productivity
Set realistic expectations based on previous successful experiences
Develop techniques for addressing imposter syndrome, fear of failure, and shame
Increase the capacity for mindful self-compassion and self-acceptance

Have a question for our expert? There will be an opportunity to post questions for the presenter during the live webinar.
Not available January 19? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.
Click here to register.
Meet the Expert Speaker:
Sharon Saline, Psy.D., is a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice working primarily with children, adolescents and families for the diagnosis, treatment, and intervention of ADHD, learning disabilities, and mental health issues. She is the author of What Your ADHD Child Wishes You Knew: Working Together to Empower Kids for Success in School and Life. Dr. Saline has extensive experience consulting with schools throughout Western Massachusetts on mental health issues in the classroom, interpreting psychological evaluations and improving teacher/parent communication.

Western NY Region: Caregiver Connections — Virtual Parent Groups through ZOOM
2022-01-19 19:00 - 20:30
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.
Click the link above to register in advance for this meeting. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Questions: Barb Hoffman bhoffman@ptopnys.org
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0qcOmopjksHd0j3ZyCvaxvwpEshlVhCmb7

Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide
2022-01-20 12:00 - 13:30
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 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).
If you have question please call Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350.
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6878756267892966416

Webinar- When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective
2022-01-20 18:00 - 19:15
Please join Maryalice Fegeley, Regional Coordinator as she presents a webinar on When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit.
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.
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350.
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/571110948476680717

Chautauqua County Family & Caregiver Support Group via Zoom
2022-01-20 18:30 - 19:30
Receive Support – Connect with Others – Express Yourself
Free virtual support for parents, family members and caregivers of children with special needs is the third Thursday of every month at 6:30pm.
Virtual meeting. Join via Zoom.
Meeting ID: 826 7966 0440 Passcode: [REDACTED]

Speak-Up! Skills for Effective Advocacy & How to Prepare for Meetings via Zoom
2022-01-20 19:00 - 20:30
This workshop is for parents, caregivers, and individuals with disabilities who participate in various meetings with professionals throughout a school year. The class will provide you with tips on how to be prepared and organized throughout a school year. You will learn how to be a powerful advocate (someone who speaks up).
RESERVE YOUR SPOT TODAY!
Call: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
Register: https://parentnetworkwny.org/event/speak-up-skills-for-effective-advocacy-how-to-prepare-for-meetings-4/

Front Door Information Session via WebEx - Spanish
2022-01-24 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.

Para registrarse, haga clic aquí:
https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e9e3f9d9349a3e6e3989acae9afa86944
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 -Communicating with the CSE through Letter Writing
2022-01-24 12:00 - 13:15
Please join Trish Washburn, Education Specialist, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Communicating 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.
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5710171120618518284
If you have questions, contact: Tina Beauparlant Phone: (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org

Webinar-The Nuts and Bolts of Telemedicine- Are you Ready for your Family’s Telemedicine Appointment
2022-01-25 12:00 - 13:15
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center, as she presents a webinar on Are you ready for your child’s telemedicine appointment?
Tele-what? What is telehealth? What is telemedicine? Are they different? How do I navigate these appointments with my child? Do I have the same rights as I do during an appointment at the office? What accommodations do I have to request to make these appointments truly family-centered? Do I have the technology I need to make these appointments happen effectively?
Come explore the world of telemedicine as Lin Perry, Project Director for the Family to Family Health Information Center at Parent to Parent of NYS presents part of the Nuts and Bolts of Telemedicine: Essentials for a Family-Centered Care Experience, part of Telehealth Curriculum developed by Family Voices National with funding through the 2020 CARES Act. We will provide you the information and resources that you need to make your child’s telehealth appointments the best possible
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350.
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1121384632431235085

Webinar-NYS Autism Insurance Reform
2022-01-25 18:00 - 19:15
Please join Lin Perry, Project Director, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center, as she presents a webinar on the NYS Autism Insurance Reform.
Autism Insurance Reform legislation became effective in 2013, however aspects of the bill, related to Applied Behavioral Analysis, are still being worked on within the NYS government.
This webinar will address the overall legislation, who it assists and how and will also give an update on the current status of the ABA portion of the legislation.
If you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350.
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3402549103158893836

NEW- Parents Considering a Residential Placement Discussion Group via Zoom
2022-01-25 19:00 - 20:00
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.
Questions:Valeria Colavecchio – vcolavecchio@ptopnys.org
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcqc–ppzkiGdLNb3pg51CS4TfR1hFcibfp

Webinar: Clinical Approaches for Gluten-/Casein-Free Diets
2022-01-26 13:00 - 14:00
Tune in to hear nutritionist Kelly Barnhill, MBA, CN, CCN, describe clinical approaches for implementing a gluten-/casein-free diet.
About the Speaker
Kelly Barnhill, MBA, CN, CCN, is the Director of the Nutrition Clinic at The Johnson Center for Child Health and Development. She is a Certified Clinical Nutritionist, with over a decade of experience working with nutrition in children with autism and related disorders. At the Johnson Center she directs a team of dieticians and nutritionists that has served over 3000 children through this practice. In addition to her clinical practice, Kelly also serves as the Johnson Center Clinical Care Director, overseeing management and implementation of multidisciplinary care across the practices within the organization. In 2008, Kelly accepted the position of Nutrition Coordinator for the Autism Research Institute. In this role, she designs and manages curriculum and training for hundreds of nutrition practitioners each year, as well as providing direct training for thousands of parents. Kelly is a sought-after presenter, speaking at several national and international conferences each year. Her studies and work at JCCHD are the culmination of many years’ effort and expertise, with the last several years devoted to understanding the biological underpinnings of the disorder we know as autism. Her work has raised awareness of the need for these services for children with autism and related disorders. Kelly is a graduate of The University of Texas at Austin.
Click here to register.

ADHD & Symptom Tests ON-DEMAND WEBINARS Live Webinar on January 26: Nail Biting! Skin Picking! Hair Pulling! Understanding Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors with ADHD
2022-01-26 13:00 - 14:30
A common (but rarely discussed) comorbid diagnosis related to ADHD is body-focused repetitive behavior (BFRB), with symptoms ranging from nail biting to hair pulling to cheek biting that children and adults can’t control.
These behaviors are often chronic, and individuals with BFRBs report feeling pleasure and/or pain from these habits. Although many people with BFRBs want to stop these behaviors, they feel compelled to perform them. Many sufferers are not even aware that they are biting their nails or picking their skin.
The first step is accepting awareness and a diagnosis. The second step is researching the wide range of treatment strategies used to break the impulse to pick, pull, or bite. Recovery is possible.
In this webinar, you’ll learn about

the symptoms of various BFRBs
the causes of BFRBs in those with ADHD
the physical and emotional consequences of BFRBs
treatment recommendations for BFRBs in individuals with ADHD

Meet the Expert Speaker:
Roberto Olivardia, Ph.D., is a Clinical Psychologist and Clinical Instructor of Psychology at Harvard Medical School. He maintains a private psychotherapy practice in Lexington, Massachusetts, where he specializes in the treatment of ADHD, executive functioning issues, and issues that face students with learning differences. He also specializes in the treatment of Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and in the treatment of eating disorders in boys and men. He is co-author of The Adonis Complex, a book which details the various manifestations of body image problems in men. He is a member of the International OCD Foundation, International Dyslexia Association, Multi-Service Eating Disorders Association and the American Association of Suicidology.
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 26? Don’t worry. Register now and we’ll send you the replay link to watch at your convenience.

Zoom- How to Prepare for a Successful CSE Meeting
2022-01-26 18:00 - 19:15
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, 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 is 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!
Questions: Tina Beauparlant- tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org
Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEqduivqTssHdVPZSCo5TYvDynQnzc8kfC_

Front Door Information Session via WebEx
2022-01-27 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.

To register, click here:
https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e2e963ad55b27777568fb009062fd982b
If you need assistance, please contact Erin Caglioti (631) 416-3943 erin.a.caglioti@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-Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
2022-01-27 11:00 - 12:00
Please join Maryalice Fegeley, Regional Manager/ Regional Coordinator, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Preventing Parent Burnout and discover positive ways to cope with and effectively manage stress.
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.
Questions: Tina Beauparlant- tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org Phone: (518) 381-4350
Register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8168144759152712205
