Are you frustrated by behavior challenges that put your child in control of your home? Have your discipline methods stopped working? Do you want your children to have good morals, be compassionate, and be self-confident? The Nurtured Heart Approach (NHA) … Continued
The Link - WNY's Family & Caregiver Group 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 … Continued
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager / Education Specialist, for Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities. This training will take you through … Continued
Please join Nancy Marmet, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on What Does Advocacy Mean in the Special Education World? Not everyone starts out by being a good advocate. Many parents, guardians and grandparents … Continued
During an investigation, Child Protective Services’ goals are to determine if a child has been abused or neglected and to protect the child from immediate danger. Parents aren't often aware that they have legally protected rights during a CPS investigation, … Continued
Please join Barb Hoffman, Regional Coodrinator, 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. … Continued
Is your high schooler with disabilities getting ready to transition to adulthood? Learn how to: assess the teen’s strengths, interests and needs establish measurable goals for the future identify appropriate transition services and coordinated activities work with the Committee on … Continued
Please join Nancy Marmet, Education Advocate, as she presents this wonderful presentation on How to Prepare for a Successful CSE Meeting. This training is to help parents, who approach IEP meetings with fear and dread. If this is you attended … Continued
Are you considering a residential school or program for your son/daughter and just don’t know how you will ever be able to make this decision? Do you feel guilty for even thinking about it? Do you have a family member … Continued
Statewide Virtual Meeting: Bi-weekly on Thursdays, starting at 7 p.m. Parent to Parent of NYS Fathers Group to meet online via Zoom and discuss the role of dads in navigating their childrens’ special needs. Come join Chris Brewster for an … Continued
Participants will learn: The criteria for NYSAA eligibility The type of assessments used to measure a NYSAA student’s performance and how often How a NYSAA determination affects graduation options and plans for life after high-school REGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT! https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/parental-rights-during-a-cps-investigation-399/ email: info@parentnetworkwny.org … Continued
Receive Support - Connect with Others - Express Yourself Free Support for parents, family members and caregivers of children with special needs MEET THE HOSTS Marcia Restivo, 23 years experience working with special needs families and Laurie Reynolds, parent of … Continued
Please join Nancy Marmet, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Communicating with the CPSE/CSE through Letter Writing. Letter writing can be a very effective method of communication and advocacy for parents of children … Continued
Clarence Learn to Swim Adaptive Program located at Clarence Middle School is for children with a classified disability or significant medical condition. Adaptive Level 1 (typical age of swimmers is 4-10) for swimmers who are just becoming comfortable with the … Continued
Please join Parent to Parent of NYS, Julia Luppino, Regional Coordinator, as she presents on A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD. The purpose of this training is to introduce families to the language of … Continued
Amanda Tami, LPC, BCBA discusses the importance of self-care for adult caregivers supporting people with special needs, including autism. Free webinar at 1 p.m. Eastern time (US), Wednesday, January 18, 2023. The Speaker: Amanda Tami, MA, BCBA, LBA, LPC, holds … Continued
Teaching Professionals! This course is for you! Inclusive learning environments are ones in which students feel that their contributions and perspectives are equally valued and respected. Learn about inclusive teaching strategies to ensure that students with a wide range of backgrounds, characteristics, and expectations … Continued
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities 101. This training will teach parents, grandparents, guardians about appropriate Assistive Technology (AT) devices and services how they allow students … Continued
A great opportunity to learn more about activities, programs and events available for young adults with disabilities both while in school and after high school. You will be able to speak to agencies and organizations about: Recreational programs Respite Housing Dayhab without walls Pre-Voc College programs … Continued
'When Siblings are supported, the whole family is supported’. Special education teacher and advocate Lindsay Hyland discuss the challenges, joys, and impact of having a sibling with special needs. The workshop is to help families learn what it is like … Continued
This can be even more complicated when our loved ones have a disability. As parents and guardians, we often worry whether talking about it gives permission and whether they can be safe from harm when they are in relationships. This workshop will help … Continued
CCM Sensory Connection - Northtowns Sweet Charlottes 1:30pm to 3:00pm This is an inclusive event for all abilities, come have a sensory experience, and then you are welcome to play at Sweet Charlotte's where the event is being held. REGISTER: … Continued
Please join Tina Beauparlant, Parent to Parent of NYS, Regional Manager/ Education Specialist for this wonderful webinar. This training gives parents, grandparents and guardians, an understanding of high school transition. Transition from high school to young adulthood is a critical … Continued
Join the Collaborative Community Mission (CCM) on January 23, from 5:15-5:45 pm for their first fine motor group. This group will take place at Lakeshore Library (4857 Lakeshore Road, Hamburg). Your child will be completing a winter themed craft, utilizing … Continued
Have you heard of (LRE) or the Least Restrictive Environment? Many parents are unaware of what is means. (LRE) stands for Least Restrictive Environment and is part of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It refers to the placement … Continued
Reinforcement, Bribery, or Negotiation – the Tools that can Make or Break Your Behavior Plans Speaker: Sasha Long, M.A., BCBA, Founder & President of The Autism Helper Register Here Session Description: A key component to all behavior management strategies is … Continued
WESTERN REGION (Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, Wyoming) Person Centered Services is hosting a Free Transition Services Virtual Expo for families of transition aged youth, ages 14-21. The expo will be held on January 24th from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM. This FREE event … Continued
Part 1: Online videos & activities. Complete at least 1 day prior to Live Zoom Session. Part 2: Tuesday, January 24 from 6 - 8 pm. Live Zoom Session. Learn about the Special Education Process and the Individualized Education Program! … Continued
Wednesday January 25th CCM Virtual Happy Hour - Zoom 7:30pm - 9:30pm Join us along with David's Refuge for our quarterly virtual happy hour. New Year, New Goals. Come take a minute, catch your breath and make some connections in … Continued
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate for this presentation. 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 … Continued
This event is for Families, Youth/Young adults with disabilities & Adult System representatives. They will: Briefly discuss what guardianship is and is not. Give an overview of alternatives to guardianship, including supported decision-making (SDM), for transition-age youth with intellectual/developmental disabilities … Continued
Please join Nancy Marmet, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS, as she presents a webinar on Section 504, Students with Disabilities in Public & Private Schools. This training will introduce you to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of … Continued
Statewide Virtual Meeting: Bi-weekly on Thursdays, starting at 7 p.m. Parent to Parent of NYS Fathers Group to meet online via Zoom and discuss the role of dads in navigating their childrens’ special needs. Come join Chris Brewster for an … Continued
Collaborative Community Connection (CCM)Yoga and Language Connection Join for their FREE CCM Yoga Connection and CCM Language Connection class at BTC Fitness Center in Hamburg, NY, on January 27 at 5:00 PM. Students will be listening and participating in a … Continued
The Collaborative Community Mission Independence Connection - Cooking Northtowns Join The Collaborative Community Mission for a new Independence Connection. This cooking class will be geared to help individuals with disabilities gain various skills within a kitchen to be able to be … Continued
Come join Tina Beauparlant, Regional Manager / Education Specialist as we explore: Is Guardianship the Only Option? An overview of Guardianship and the Many Alternatives. Let’s face it nothing keeps parents up at night more than thinking about who will … Continued
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 … Continued
Researcher Emily Casanova, PhD, provides updates on her emerging findings in genetic research and autism. The Speaker: Emily Casanova, PhD, is an assistant professor in the Neuroscience program and the Department of Psychological Sciences at Loyola University, New Orleans, in … Continued
The Front Door Information Session will 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 … Continued
Flix Stadium 10 sensory friendly family film series slated to run the first or second 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 … Continued
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