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SUMMARY:Family & Caregiver Support Group for Parents of Teenagers with Autism Spectrum Disorders
DESCRIPTION:Provides a welcoming environment for parents and other caregivers of teenagers with autism spectrum disorders to meet\, share experiences\, ask questions and receive support. All are welcome to attend but group is geared towards parents of teenagers who may be transitioning to higher education\, employment and/or independent living. \nA group for Teens with Asperger’s will be available at the same time with prior registration. \nA light dinner will be served. \nModerated by: \n\n\n\n\nTonia Weichmann – Transition Coordinator\, Parent Network of WNY\nJana Mertz\, MBA – Program Coordinator\,\nThe Children’s Guild Foundation Autism Center Oishei Children’s Hospital \n\n\n\n\nPlease contact 716-332-4170 or email info@parentnetworkwny.org for more information \nRSVP TO ATTEND \nFREE TO ATTEND – ALL ARE WELCOME\nBUT RESERVATIONS ARE APPRECIATED \nIf you are interested in attending but have transportation or other barriers that would limit your participation\, please let us know.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/family-caregiver-support-group-for-parents-of-teenagers-with-autism-spectrum-disorders/
LOCATION:Dash’s Market\, 1770 Hertel Ave.\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14216\, United States
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SUMMARY:Sensory-Friendly Sunday at The Strong National Museum of Play
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy The Strong before it opens to the public at an exclusive event designed for children with special sensory\, developmental\, or physical needs. Explore the museum in a comfortable and accepting environment that features fewer guests\, light and sound reduction\, extra visual safety signage\, and designated quiet areas that include sensory friendly toys. Enjoy a free visit to the relaxing Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden before noon. Plus\, delight in story readings with the Unicorn Princess at 10 and 11 a.m. \n$16 for non-members; $11 for members. Space is limited to 250 guests. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required. Tickets are not refundable and not eligible for any other discounts. Complimentary passes and member guest passes may not be used for this event. Tickets will not be sold at the door. Museum Social Stories are available to help you and your child familiarize yourselves with the museum and its exhibits before you visit. Social stories can also be found on The Strong’s mobile guide available through the Apple Store or Google Play. \nSensory-Friendly Sundays at The Strong are supported in part by the B. Thomas Golisano Foundation. \n*Registrants may choose to stay after the museum opens at noon to the public.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/sensory-friendly-sunday-at-the-strong-national-museum-of-play/
LOCATION:The Strong National Museum of Play\, One Manhattan Square\, Rochester\, NY\, 14607
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SUMMARY:Game Night- "Happy New Year"
DESCRIPTION:Exclusively for children with Asperger’s\, PDD-NOS or on the Autism Spectrum \nBring your family and friend over for a fun time at the Lancaster Youth Bureau! \nIncludes:  video games\, board games\, snacks and new friends that you can meet!  You can bring your own games and snacks (peanut-free\, please) to share too! \nParent participation is necessary and important for this program. \n\nNetwork with other parents about common interests and concerns.\nBe involved in encouraging social interaction of your child with their peers.\nShare resources and opportunities for you child with other parents.\n\nContact:  Lynne at thirtytoesntired@aol.com\, Danielle at dpitirri@lancasterschool.org\, or Lancaster Youth Bureau 716-683-4444
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/game-night-happy-new-year/
LOCATION:Lancaster Youth Bureau\, 200 Oxford Ave.\, Lancaster\, NY\, 14086\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200120T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200120T120000
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SUMMARY:Care Coordination Drop-In Sessions-Where you can discuss your Care Coordination questions and concerns
DESCRIPTION:Person Centered Services offers customized care coordination delivered through a dedicated network of providers and resources.  Our Care Coordinators put all support services into one place\, with an approach that is all-encompassing. \n  \nPerson Centered Services is dedicated to providing every individual with the tailored support he or she deserves – for life. This includes: \n  \n\nComprehensive care – creating a ‘Life Plan’\nCare coordination and health promotion – monitoring all health-related services\, safety needs and more\nCopy of Comprehensive transitional care – coordinating activities related to life circumstances\nReferrals of individuals to community and social support services\nIndividual and family support – referrals of family to community services and promoting informed choices\nUse of sophisticated health information technology\n\n  \nHAVE QUESTIONS?  JOIN US FOR DROP-IN SESSIONS! \nLOCATIONS \n\n\n\nAlbion \n243 S. Main Street\, Suite 179 \nAlbion\, NY  14411 \n \nOlean* \n338 N. 15 Street \nOlean\, NY  14760\n\n\nBatavia \n26 Harvester Ave.\, Suite 407 \nBatavia\, NY  14020 \n \nSilver Creek \n262 Central Ave. \nSilver Creek\, NY  14136 \n \n\n\nBuffalo \n88 Botsford Place \nBuffalo\, NY  14216 \n \nWellsville* \n36 Madison Street \nWellsville\, NY  14895 \n \n\n\nJamestown \n255 Fluvanna Ave.\, Suite 400 \nJamestown\, NY  14701 \n \nWest Seneca \n1090A Union Road\, Suite 260 \nWest Seneca\, NY  14224 \n \n\n\n\n  \n*These locations are moving soon!  Check with your care coordinator and on PersonCenteredServices.com to confirm addresses.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/3069/
LOCATION:Various Locations
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SUMMARY:FAMILY & CAREGIVER GROUP – DDAWNY FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES
DESCRIPTION:Provides a welcoming environment for parents\, family members and other caregivers of individuals with developmental disabilities to meet\, share experiences\, ask questions and receive support. \nCOST\nFREE to attend\, all are welcome\n*Light dinner will be served \nRSVP TO ATTEND\n716-332-4170 or info@parentnetworkwny.org \nChild Care is Available. In order to provide for your child’s individual needs reservations for childcare are required by the Friday prior to the meeting. Registration forms are required for all new children and are available at www.parentnetworkwny.org or call (716) 332-4170.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/family-caregiver-group-ddawny-for-parents-of-children-with-developmental-disabilities-3/
LOCATION:Aspire Building\, 7 Community Drive\, Cheektowaga\, NY\, 14225\, United States
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SUMMARY:Transitions Opportunities Fair
DESCRIPTION:What is next for you after high school graduation?  Trade school\, college\, or career? \nTRANSITIONS OPPORTUNITIES FAIR \n\nFind the resources to launch your education or employment\nMeet other graduates\nGet the “411” on what is next for you.\nRaffle every hour from 4-8 p.m.\nIt’s the future and it is calling your name!  You got this and we are here to help you!\n\nPARTICIPATING VENDORS \nAspire of WNY\, ACCES-VR\, ARC Erie County\, Autism Services\, Inc.\, Baker Victory Services\, Inc.\, Cantalician Center…and more!! \nQUESTIONS:  Call 716-492-8656 or email bboese@accessibleacademics.org \n*This event was made possible through a generous grant from The Peter and Elizabeth Tower Foundation.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/transitions-opportunities-fair/
LOCATION:Banchetti by RIzzo\, 550 North French Road\, Amherst\, New York
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SUMMARY:Parent Network of WNY Informational Session
DESCRIPTION:Do you have concerns about how your child is developing? \nHear a parent’s perspective on how to work with your child’s school and discuss what disability related topics you would like to learn more about. \nHeld in the auditorium at Cloverbank Elementary School in Hamburg\, NY.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/parent-network-of-wny-informational-session/
LOCATION:Cloverbank Elementary School\, 2761 Cloverbank Rd.\, Hamburg\, NY\, 14075\, United States
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SUMMARY:The DDAWNY Family Committee Legislative Breakfast
DESCRIPTION:DDAWNY Family Committee Legislative Breakfast\nThe Developmental Disabilities Alliance of Western New York (DDAWNY) Family Committee Legislative Breakfast will be held on Friday\, January 31\, from 8 to 10 a.m. at the Millennium Hotel\, 2040 Walden Avenue\, Cheektowaga\, NY. Family members and direct support professionals are encouraged to attend. The committee has invited several legislators and expect that attendees will have an opportunity to share disability-related concerns. Register by January 24. Space is limited.\nIf you have any questions\, email ddawnyfamilycommittee@gmail.com.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/the-ddawny-family-committee-legislative-breakfast/
LOCATION:Millenium Hotel\, Walden Avenue\, Buffalo NY\, 2040 Walden Avenue\, Buffalo\, New York\, 14225
CATEGORIES:Other Events in WNY
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