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 … Continued
¿Eres padre de un niño/a que tieneuna discapacidad o sospechas quetengan una discapacidad? DISCUCIONES YPERSPECTIVAS OBTEN APOYO Consigue información práctica,constructiva, y útil. CONECTA CON OTROS Consigue información práctica,constructiva, y útil. Aprende mas sobre como manejar con susproblemas a través de experienciascompartidas. … 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
Las sesiones informativas de Front Door de la OPWDD describen el proceso de cómo usted puede ser elegible para los apoyos y servicios, los tipos de apoyos y servicios disponibles y adónde se puede ir para obtener ayuda. En la … 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
Participants will: • Identify the various preschool components of the IEP • Identify the family's role in the development of the IEP • Review tools and resources that can enhance family engagement during the IEP process *Certificate of completion available … Continued
The Amherst School District Family Support Center and Parent Network are partnering to provide families with three informative lunch and learn sessions about transition! Do you have a child that is entering high school, or you just want to learn … Continued
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 … Continued
Please join Namita Modasra, Education Advocate, Parent to Parent of NYS for this wonderful webinar: Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide. Let’s explore what the IEP team needs to consider, supplemental aids, services and program modifications for … Continued
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Parent to Parent of NYS Fathers Group to meet online via Zoom and discuss the role of dads in navigating their children’s special needs. Come join Bing Feng for an informal meeting to share information, resources, and support. Parents of … Continued
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 … Continued
Come join Parent to Parent NYS for this NEW Presentation on Traveling with Your Special Needs Child/Adult. Have you dreamed of going on a vacation with your child or adult with special needs? Does your child express a desire to … Continued
Families will learn: The transition planning process starting at an early age, although focusing primarily on high school to postsecondary The transition process, which will help them to support students in establishing measurable postsecondary goals and annual goals, based on their preferences and interests … Continued
Please join Tina Beuparlant,Regional Manager, Education Specialist for this training on Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read your child’s IEP. Does your child have an IEP (Individualized Education Program)? We’ll walk through the different sections of … Continued
PRESENTER Vanessa Rentschler, Au.D., CCC-A, C.A.S. is a clinical audiologist and owner of Audball Paradigm, LLC (private practice). Regular honorarium received for facilitating a bi-weekly friendship group for autistic youth (Autism Society of Oregon). She is the parent of an … Continued
Caregivers will gain an understanding of the entire IEP process, your role in the process, and identify the different components of the IEP. January 18, 2024 (Part 1) - Discussion of Present Levels of Educational Performance (PLEP) & continuation of services. January … Continued
Please join Namita Modasra, 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
Please join Namita Modasra, 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
Please join Tina Beauparlant for this training on What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education. 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, … Continued
Join the Parent Network of WNY and Help Me Grow for an informational workshop to answer questions about the next steps when there are concerns about your young child’s development. Registration required. Register: https://buffalolib.libcal.com/event/11640160 or call 716-683-1120.
Where Do I Begin? The process of pursuing residential placement can be overwhelming. This presentation will help you organize your needs, preferences, and documents to help you navigate the process. REGISTER HERE.
Come join Parent to Parent NYS for their Special Education chat group. As a parent’s of children with special needs, we know firsthand how hard it is to advocate for our children in school. Sometimes we feel helpless, exhausted, and … Continued
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 … Continued
A 6-week series where you'll meet other parents/caregivers and learn new ways to be a positive parent/caregiver. Identify the importance of building positive relationships with children. Link building relationships, using positive comments/encouragement, and play to children’s behavior. When: Tuesday, January … Continued
Learn about the Special Education Process and the Individualized Education Program! Gain understanding about procedures, NYS regulations, and strategies to promote a parent’s understanding and participation in an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting. This course is required to receive a Parent Member Certificate to support … Continued
Please join Tina Beauparlant for this training on What Does Advocacy Mean in Special Education. 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, … Continued
Tune in to for this presentation by Drs. Greg Wallace and Goldie McQuaid as they share their research on strategies autistic adults develop to compensate for non-social challenges they experience, including sensory sensitivities and executive function differences. SPEAKERS Greg Wallace, … Continued
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 … Continued
¿Eres padre de un niño/a que tieneuna discapacidad o sospechas quetengan una discapacidad? DISCUCIONES YPERSPECTIVAS OBTEN APOYO Consigue información práctica,constructiva, y útil. CONECTA CON OTROS Consigue información práctica,constructiva, y útil. Aprende mas sobre como manejar con susproblemas a través de experienciascompartidas. … Continued
What does it mean to get a Regent's diploma? A Local? A CDOS or Skills Credential? What can you do? What can you not do? How much effort does it take? Can your child do the work? This session explores … Continued
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