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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
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SUMMARY:How to Protect My Child's Future Through Guardianship\, Wills & Trusts via Zoom
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe class will help you to understand your options as you begin to think about plans for your special needs child. \nPresentation & Discussion with Bruce A. Goldstein | Special Counsel Kenney Shelton Liptak Nowak LLP \nFREE EVENT!\nREGISTER\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \n\,
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/how-to-protect-my-childs-future-through-guardianship-wills-trusts-via-zoom-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Parent%20Network%20WNY":MAILTO:info@parentnetworkwny.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220921T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220523T194719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T194719Z
UID:6644-1663776000-1663783200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Info Session (Chinese) - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:OPWDD 前门信息会议将概述您如何有资格获得支持和服务的流程、可用的支持和服务类型以及您可以在哪里获得帮助。 \nRegistration \n\n\nTo register\, click here:  https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e1b4eda4171f79f10801c8d69dca0ae6d \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Xindi Xu\,  718-722-2745\, xindi.x.xu@opwdd.ny.gov
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-info-session-chinese-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220711T214231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T214231Z
UID:6767-1663675200-1663678800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Chautauqua County Family & Caregiver Support Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Receive Support – Connect with Others – Express Yourself\nFree Support for parents\, family members and caregivers of children with special needs \nREGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS!\nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/chautauqua-county-family-caregiver-support-group-9/ \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/chautauqua-county-family-caregiver-support-group-via-zoom-12/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220711T220052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T224013Z
UID:6775-1663092000-1663099200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Autism Spectrum Disorder: Communication Strategies via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Autism Spectrum Disorder: Communication Strategies \nIn this workshop participants will learn about communication disorders related to Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and treatment strategies to improve communication skills in children with ASD. \nABOUT THE HOST\nDr. Marcus Thomeer is Co-Director of the Institute for Autism Research (IAR) and a Professor at Canisius College. He has extensive experience in developing\, implementing\, and evaluating psychosocial programs for autistic children. He has over 75 research publications in peer reviewed journals. He provides consultation and training to many school districts and families. \nREGISTER TODAY! FREE EVENT! \nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/autism-spectrum-disorder-communication-strategies/ \n\n\n\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/autism-spectrum-disorder-communication-strategies-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Programs & Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220601T191712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T191712Z
UID:6688-1663084800-1663092000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. \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-27/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220913T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220523T194323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T194323Z
UID:6642-1663070400-1663077600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Info Session (English) - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The OPWDD 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. \nRegistration \n\n\nTo register\, click here:  https://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ea2ec7f84c5375eacf64fb32d6fb82965 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Angelina Gogola\, 315-793-9600 ext. 621 angelina.m.gogola@opwdd.ny.gov
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-info-session-english-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220905T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220905T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220513T180316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T180316Z
UID:6542-1662402600-1662408000@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/the-link-wnys-family-caregiver-group-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220523T193621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T193621Z
UID:6637-1662048000-1662055200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Info Session (Spanish) - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:La Sesion Informativa de La OPWDD Front Door/Puerta Principal va explicar el proceso de como establecer eligibilidad para servicios y apoyos; describir los tipos de apoyos y servicios que hay desponible y donde pueden solicitar asistencia. \nRegistración: \n\n\nPara registrarse\, haga clic aquí: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=eff7804b736b575e65627a88e5dc008fd \n  \nSi necesita ayuda\, comuníquese con Miriam Nieto (718) 430-0806 \nmiriam.x.nieto@opwdd.ny.gov
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-info-session-spanish-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220901T110000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220523T194005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T194005Z
UID:6640-1662022800-1662030000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Front Door Info Session (English) - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The OPWDD 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. \nRegistration: \n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ee12264ed5c059e0903ebc36964e6993d \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Jeffrey Roberts 585-241-5797 Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/front-door-info-session-english-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220831T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220606T150301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220606T150301Z
UID:6692-1661968800-1661972400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:NY ABLE workshop via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:The NY ABLE Program is a tax-advantaged savings program for individuals with disabilities and their families to save for their current or long term needs while maintaining their ability to benefit from federal benefits programs such as SSI\, SSDI and Medicaid. \nOur program offers multiple investment options including a checking account and debit card option allowing individuals with disabilities to maintain their independence and have quick and easy access to their own money. \nFREE EVENT!\nREGISTER\nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/ny-able-workshop-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
ORGANIZER;CN="Parent%20Network%20WNY":MAILTO:info@parentnetworkwny.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220830T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220601T191429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T191446Z
UID:6686-1661853600-1661860800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. \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-26/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220822T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220822T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220427T202151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T202151Z
UID:6524-1661184000-1661191200@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ec9251a94d9a3e8b2cab2ad754bc11829 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Erin Caglioti 631-416-3943 erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-12/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220818T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220601T191155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T191155Z
UID:6684-1660831200-1660838400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. \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-25/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220817T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220427T201913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T201913Z
UID:6522-1660755600-1660762800@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e88563bfce3584a4385ad502f657526d0 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Christina Vankeuren 518-388-0431 Christina.M.Vankeuren@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-11/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220816T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220816T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220711T213849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T213849Z
UID:6765-1660651200-1660654800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Chautauqua County Family & Caregiver Support Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Receive Support – Connect with Others – Express Yourself\nFree Support for parents\, family members and caregivers of children with special needs \nREGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS!\nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/chautauqua-county-family-caregiver-support-group-8/ \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/chautauqua-county-family-caregiver-support-group-via-zoom-11/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220811T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220427T172252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T172252Z
UID:6518-1660222800-1660230000@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=ee0ecd8409abd052dfc25c7b8ceda5d20 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Molly Graves 607-217-6588 molly.c.graves@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-10/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220804T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220427T171945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T171945Z
UID:6516-1659628800-1659636000@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e8a424071bf043acb70110fc58f08bf89 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Jeffrey Roberts 585-241-5797 Jeffrey.e.roberts@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-9/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220803T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220427T171648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T171648Z
UID:6514-1659520800-1659528000@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\n\n\nPara registrarse\, haga clic aquí: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e55ffab773c63c7837ccb0dcbb9dc8166 \nSi necesita ayuda\, comuníquese con Clara Fournier 718-430-0761 Clara.Fournier@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220802T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220802T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220601T190928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T190928Z
UID:6681-1659456000-1659463200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. \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-24/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220801T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220801T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220513T180042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220513T180042Z
UID:6540-1659378600-1659384000@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/the-link-wnys-family-caregiver-group-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220427T171256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T171256Z
UID:6512-1658916000-1658923200@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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e9863a84fe82c2f38d8e6131d3cad33ab \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Erin Caglioti 631-416-3943 erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-8/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220601T190513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T190513Z
UID:6679-1658311200-1658318400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Session via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. \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-23/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220719T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220719T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220427T171010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220427T171010Z
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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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=e5136f18d164b66def4c99fbbc2ad5092 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Kelli Smith 845-695-7330 Kelli.l.smith@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-7/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220719T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220719T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
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SUMMARY:OPWDD UPCOMING IN-PERSON 2023-2027 DRAFT STRATEGIC PLAN FORUMS IN WNY
DESCRIPTION:Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) will release a new Statewide Comprehensive 2023-2027 Strategic Plan in the fall of 2022 following stakeholder feedback and discussion which began in 2021 and continued in 2022 with review of a draft plan. The 2023-2027 Strategic Plan will include the top priorities for OPWDD policy and planning efforts for the next several years. \nOPWDD is preparing its new Statewide Comprehensive 2023-2027 Strategic Plan which will be released in the fall of 2022 and invite you to provide feedback on the draft plan now on their website (plain language summary is available). Using your input\, OPWDD will adopt a final Strategic Plan that will guide the agency over the next five years. \nYou can provide your comments in two ways – by submitting written comments or by attending one of their in-person forums. \nThe Buffalo Regional in-person forum \nTuesday\, July 19 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. \nOPWDD Regional Office & SANYS of WNY \n1021 Broadway Street\, 4th Floor\, Large Conference Room \nBuffalo NY\, 14212 \nRecognizing and respecting that some stakeholders may not be comfortable with in-person meetings\, OPWDD will provide additional virtual public hearing opportunities on the 2023-2027 Draft Strategic Plan Dates and times will be announced soon. \n  \nWritten Feedback \nFill out an online form here. Note that the form provides for written comments. Those who wish to submit written feedback through the online feedback form should submit their comments by July 29\, 2022. \nOPWDD will share additional information on forum times and locations as plans are finalized. Registration is not required but is encouraged.  Register here. If you require assistance with the online feedback form or wish to send OPWDD written comments on the Draft Strategic Plan via email\, please contact them at planning@opwddny.gov. To request registration in another language\, email communications@opwddny.gov.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/opwdd-upcoming-in-person-2023-2027-draft-strategic-plan-forums-in-wny-2/
LOCATION:OPWDD Regional Office & SANYS of WNY\, 1021 Broadway Street\, 4th Floor\, Large Conference Room\, Buffalo\, NY\, 14212\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Events in WNY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220719T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220719T130000
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SUMMARY:Chautauqua County Family & Caregiver Support Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Receive Support – Connect with Others – Express Yourself\nFree Support for parents\, family members and caregivers of children with special needs \nREGISTER ONCE FOR MONTHLY EMAIL REMINDERS AND ZOOM MEETING LINKS!\nREGISTER:  https://parentnetworkwny.org/events/chautauqua-county-family-caregiver-support-group-7/ \nCall: 716-332-4170 | Email: info@parentnetworkwny.org \n  \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/chautauqua-county-family-caregiver-support-group-via-zoom-10/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220718T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220718T173000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
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SUMMARY:OPWDD UPCOMING IN-PERSON 2023-2027 DRAFT STRATEGIC PLAN FORUMS IN WNY
DESCRIPTION:Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) will release a new Statewide Comprehensive 2023-2027 Strategic Plan in the fall of 2022 following stakeholder feedback and discussion which began in 2021 and continued in 2022 with review of a draft plan. The 2023-2027 Strategic Plan will include the top priorities for OPWDD policy and planning efforts for the next several years. \nOPWDD is preparing its new Statewide Comprehensive 2023-2027 Strategic Plan which will be released in the fall of 2022 and invite you to provide feedback on the draft plan now on their website (plain language summary is available). Using your input\, OPWDD will adopt a final Strategic Plan that will guide the agency over the next five years. \nYou can provide your comments in two ways – by submitting written comments or by attending one of their in-person forums. \nThe Rochester Regional in-person forum \nMonday\, July 18 from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. \nMary Cariola Children’s Center \n1000 Elmwood Ave.\, Rochester\, NY 14621 \n  \nThe Buffalo Regional in-person forum \nTuesday\, July 19 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. \nOPWDD Regional Office & SANYS of WNY \n1021 Broadway Street\, 4th Floor\, Large Conference Room \nBuffalo NY\, 14212 \nRecognizing and respecting that some stakeholders may not be comfortable with in-person meetings\, OPWDD will provide additional virtual public hearing opportunities on the 2023-2027 Draft Strategic Plan Dates and times will be announced soon. \n  \nWritten Feedback \nFill out an online form here. Note that the form provides for written comments. Those who wish to submit written feedback through the online feedback form should submit their comments by July 29\, 2022. \nOPWDD will share additional information on forum times and locations as plans are finalized. Registration is not required but is encouraged.  Register here. If you require assistance with the online feedback form or wish to send OPWDD written comments on the Draft Strategic Plan via email\, please contact them at planning@opwddny.gov. To request registration in another language\, email communications@opwddny.gov.
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/opwdd-upcoming-in-person-2023-2027-draft-strategic-plan-forums-in-wny/
LOCATION:Mary Cariola Children’s Center\, 1000 Elmwood Ave\, Rochester\, NY\, 14621\, United States
CATEGORIES:Other Events in WNY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220713T110000
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SUMMARY:Autism Spectrum Disorders Advisory Board via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:The next public meeting of the Autism Spectrum Disorders Advisory Board will be held Wednesday\, July 13\, 2022 from 9 AM until 11 AM via WebEx. The meeting can be accessed here: https://meetny-events.webex.com/meetny-events/j.php?RGID=r4bae04d9bf5d3329752a54369823984b \nThe agenda and full meeting notice can be found on the OPWDD website here:\nhttps://opwdd.ny.gov/event/autism-spectrum-disorders-advisory-board-meeting-4 \nThe Autism Spectrum Disorders Advisory Board was created in November of 2016 to help provide guidance and information to New York policymakers\, individuals with an autism spectrum disorder diagnosis (ASD)\, and families seeking reliable information regarding available services and supports. The Members of the Board are tasked with several important duties including: studying and reviewing the effectiveness of supports and services currently being provided to people diagnosed with Autism Spectrum disorders; identifying legislative and regulatory activity which may be required to improve existing service systems that support people diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders; identifying methods for improving interagency coordination of services and maximizing the impact and effectiveness of services and agency functions; and\, other matters as deemed appropriate by the Board. \nTo view the full schedule of public meetings\, visit https://opwdd.ny.gov/events?f%5B0%5D=filter_term%3A26. 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/autism-spectrum-disorders-advisory-board-via-webex/
CATEGORIES:Other Events in WNY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220711T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220711T190000
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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\n\n\nTo register\, click here: \nhttps://meetny.webex.com/meetny/onstage/g.php?MTID=eceef74054bc192732e6333927ca055f5 \nIf you need assistance\, please contact Brenda Sportello 315-793-9600 brenda.sportello@opwdd.ny.gov \n\n\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-6/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220707T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220707T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
CREATED:20220601T190030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220601T190218Z
UID:6675-1657209600-1657216800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Region 1 Self-Direction Information Sessions via WebEx
DESCRIPTION:All Region 1 Self-Direction Information sessions are WebEx/online format and attendance is taken using the person’s email address.  This WebEx (if attended in its entirety) satisfies the requirement for attending a Self-Direction information session. \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-sessions-via-webex/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220706T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220706T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T141929
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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=ed4d094d618f9c342c5b3899a05ec1289 \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-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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