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SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Benefits and Entitlements for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6620505174350471950
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-benefits-and-entitlements-for-people-with-disabilities-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211206T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211206T171500
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211108T204902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T204902Z
UID:5844-1638806400-1638810900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar- What are Effective Advocacy Skills
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on What are Effective Advocacy Skills. \nNot 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\, guardians\, grandparents\, must learn the skills they need to become good advocates for their children. Participants will learn that communicating effectively with teachers and other school personnel is one of the best ways to ensure that your child’s school is creating a good learning environment for your child\, and to ensure that your child’s school is providing your child with the services or programs that he or she needs to succeed in school. \nIf you have questions\, please contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or email Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org \nWebinar Registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6829030854816097807
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-what-are-effective-advocacy-skills/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T131500
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20201222T230834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T230834Z
UID:4866-1638360000-1638364500@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Education Records Organizer
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar Education Records Organizer. This workshop is where parents\, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504 and special education services take their educational records and organize them into a record-keeping binder. This workshop will assist in being more organized in planning a child’s education\, and in the CPSE/CSE process. \nContact Tina Beauparlant with questions\, 518-381-4350. \nWebinar registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4765586172138165007
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-records-organizer-19/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20201222T230620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T230620Z
UID:4864-1638183600-1638187200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Loss\, Grief\, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:Please join Dianne O’Connor\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar Loss\, Grief\, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs. Powerful and intense feelings are natural and common responses to parenting a child with exceptional needs. This training will provide an overview of common emotions experienced by parents and discuss how by sharing and acknowledging these emotions parents can find the inner strength needed to face and embrace their role as a parent of a child with special needs. \nContact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nWebinar registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7599461944010244876
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-loss-grief-and-adjustment-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-6/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211122T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211108T202320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T202320Z
UID:5840-1637582400-1637587800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar- Guidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents this wonderful webinar: \nGuidelines for Determining the Need for a One-to-One Aide \nLet’s explore what the IEP team needs to considering\, supplemental aids\, services and program modifications for all students with disabilities. \nA 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). \nIf you have question please call Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-435 or email Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org \nWebinar Online Registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6734180384408073232
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-guidelines-for-determining-the-need-for-a-one-to-one-aide-3/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211108T201856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T201856Z
UID:5838-1637262000-1637267400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Residential Placement Online Discussion Group via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a family member in a residential program and are struggling to make peace with this decision? Parent to Parent is excited to host a new Parent Discussion Group facilitated by Mariela Adams\, for families with children and adults of all ages that have children in residential school or a group home. \nCome join us for an hour of support and conversation about this important topic. \nSee flyer for registration link  Nov_18\,2021-_Residential_Placement_Discussion_Group.docx \nContact: Phone: Valerie Colavecchio – vcolavecchio@ptopnys.org \nZoom Online Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYvfuioqD8vG9H8lDdKsKQ-AIOUl3-st3Xm
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/residential-placement-online-discussion-group-via-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T191500
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211108T200537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T200537Z
UID:5835-1637258400-1637262900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: NYS Autism Insurance Reform webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Lin Perry\, Project Director\, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center\, as she presents a webinar on the Autism Insurance Reform. \nAutism 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. \nThis 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. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6671031032181767694
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-nys-autism-insurance-reform-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211118T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211108T200121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T201235Z
UID:5831-1637236800-1637242200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities. \nThis training will take you through the NYS Special Education Regulations step by step. Parents will learn the role they play on the CSE\, learn the chain of command regarding the CSE\, learn how to request information regarding your child’s IEP and gain an understanding how to communicate with your child’s teachers & administrators. \nAfter this webinar parents will have more knowledge about the educational laws to advocate for their child/children. \nIf you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant  (518) 381-4350 or email Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/445832592110756880
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-regulation-of-the-commissioner-of-education-part-200-students-with-disabilities-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211108T195556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T195556Z
UID:5829-1637175600-1637181000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Western NY Region: Caregiver Connections — Virtual Parent Groups through ZOOM
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClick the link above to register in advance for this meeting. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Contact Barb Hoffman with any questions. \nContact: Phone: Barb Hoffman – bhoffman@ptopnys.org \n11-_17-2021_Barb_Caregiver_Connection_flyer.docx \nZoom- Online Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpdeihrDosG9LYa3MKFbUzR3VMBaqMqaQM
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/western-ny-region-caregiver-connections-virtual-parent-groups-through-zoom-6/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20201222T230400Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T230400Z
UID:4862-1637150400-1637155800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD)
DESCRIPTION:Please join Dianne O’Connor\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS as she presents the webinar Living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASD). Children prenatally exposed to alcohol become adults with FASD. Understanding that the permanent brain damage caused by prenatal alcohol exposure may be the reasons individuals with FASD fail in school\, treatment\, in the workforce\, and with relationships\, can help us to form strategies that may work and help the individual have a successful\, happy life. \nThis webinar will give a brief overview of FASD\, identify some of the challenges of raising an individual with FASD over the lifespan and look at strategies that could be useful when living or working with them. \nContact Tina Beauparlant with questions\, 518-381-4350. \nWebinar registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1312948137018899725
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-living-with-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorders-fasd-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211116T200000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211108T195303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T195303Z
UID:5827-1637085600-1637092800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read an IEP via Zoom
DESCRIPTION:Please join Namita Modasra\, Education Advocate\, Parent to Parent of NYS as they present this wonderful webinar. \nThe IEP\, Individualized Education Program\, is a written document that’s developed for each public school child who is eligible for special education. The IEP is created through a team effort and reviewed at least once a year. This trainings will teach you how to read the IEP so you can understand what should can be in the IEP. \nContact: Phone: Tina Beauparlant\, Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org \nZoom Online registration link:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAlc–pqz0sHdfBuOp_LH2QLQXRn7bt8Jk2
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/lets-take-a-crash-course-on-understanding-how-to-read-an-iep-via-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211115T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211115T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20210725T164612Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210725T164612Z
UID:5455-1636977600-1636983000@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar:  Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Program Manager / Education Specialist for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs.  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.  Join us for this webinar on Preventing Parent Burnout and discover positive ways to cope with and effectively manage stress.  Contact Maryalice Fegeley at 716-427-5140 with any questions. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7378926299808742924
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-18/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T184500
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20201222T230135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T230135Z
UID:4860-1636565400-1636569900@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Education Records Organizer
DESCRIPTION:Please join Dodie Daniels\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar Education Records Organizer. This workshop is where parents\, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504 and special education services take their educational records and organize them into a record-keeping binder. This workshop will assist in being more organized in planning a child’s education\, and in the CPSE/CSE process. \nContact Tina Beauparlant with questions\, 518-381-4350. \nWebinar registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8682175233048660491
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-records-organizer-18/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211108T194859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T194859Z
UID:5825-1636545600-1636549200@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Health Care Notebook Overview
DESCRIPTION:Please join Lin Perry\, Project Director\, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center as she presents a webinar on the Health Care Notebook. \nParticipants 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. \nIf you have question’s contact:  Tina Beauparlant Phone: (518) 381-4350 \nOnline Registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8975911968721099790
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-health-care-notebook-overview-10/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211109T113000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20210725T165003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210725T165003Z
UID:5457-1636452000-1636457400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar:  A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
DESCRIPTION:Please join Maryalice Fegeley\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD.  The purpose of this training is to introduce families to the language of service delivery systems and to define and clarify information about services and supports.  Participants will gain an increased awareness and understanding of eligibility criteria and the eligibility determination process.  The training includes an overview of Home and Community Based Services Waiver\, and Family Support Services.  Contact Tina Beauparlant at 516-381-4350 with any questions. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3719300802752359692
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-15/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211027T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211003T164611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T164612Z
UID:5659-1635361200-1635366600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Western NY Region: Caregiver Connections — Virtual Parent Group through ZOOM
DESCRIPTION: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 group is an informal meeting for parents who are navigating their child’s special needs. \nZoom- Online Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZctdOitqzgpE9eAMJL4mScCZmdXBKKopeOC \nClick the link above to register in advance for this meeting. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Contact Barb Hoffman at bhoffman@ptopnys.org with any questions. \n10-_27-2021_Barb_Caregiver_Connection_flyer.docx
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/western-ny-region-caregiver-connections-virtual-parent-group-through-zoom-2/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20210725T165354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210725T165354Z
UID:5459-1635269400-1635274800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar:  Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:Please join Maryalice Fegeley\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs.  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.  Join us for this webinar on Preventing Parent Burnout and discover positive ways to cope with and effectively manage stress. \nContact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4307066733663346190
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-19/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211026T131500
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211003T164024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T164051Z
UID:5656-1635249600-1635254100@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:WEBINAR: Benefits and Entitlements for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION: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. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2224415793943881998
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-benefits-and-entitlements-for-people-with-disabilities-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20210725T211428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210725T212136Z
UID:5479-1634734800-1634738400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Bullying and ASD: Addressing Victimization - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Most people are against bullying\, so why do we have bullying?  The answer is that when bullying happens individuals often do not recognize it or know what to do about it. The Girls Guide to End Bullying and The Boys Guide to End Bullying were created to address some of the problems that allow bullying to continue.  Tune in to learn about these free\, online curricula created for students\, teachers\, and parents to support bullying prevention. \nAbout the Speaker \nRyan E. Adams\, PhD\, is a faculty member of the Division of Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrics at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center within the UC Department of Pediatrics. His research focuses on adolescents\, peer victimization\, bullying\, and depressive symptoms. \nRegister:  https://www.autism.org/bullying-victimization-asd/ \n 
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/bullying-and-asd-addressing-victimization-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T121500
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211003T163450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T163450Z
UID:5654-1634727600-1634732100@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What are Effective Advocacy Skills - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on What are Effective Advocacy Skills. \nNot 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\, guardians\, grandparents\, must learn the skills they need to become good advocates for their children. Participants will learn that communicating effectively with teachers and other school personnel is one of the best ways to ensure that your child’s school is creating a good learning environment for your child\, and to ensure that your child’s school is providing your child with the services or programs that he or she needs to succeed in school. \nIf you have questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Registration:https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7124519105878020365
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-are-effective-advocacy-skills-webinar-5/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211003T161500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T161500Z
UID:5651-1634644800-1634648400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Education for Empowerment: School and Teens in Healthcare Transition
DESCRIPTION:Please join Lin Perry Project Director Parent to Parent of NYS Family to Family Healthcare Information Center\, as she presents a webinar on the Education for Empowerment: School and Teens in Healthcare Transition. \nAs our youth with ID/DD or special healthcare needs transition from pediatric to adult health care systems\, self-advocates and parents alike need to understand the importance of transitioning their healthcare effectively.  While many people engage in transition planning for their education to adult systems\, sadly healthcare\, isn’t often included in those plans. And yet\, good health is the most fundamental and foundational aspect of any persons success.  In this webinar you will learn what the research says\, what issue to consider\, the importance of transitioning healthcare and some effective means to begin a plan to transition for yourself or for your child. \nOur focus is being a good parent partner with your health professionals and using some tools to begin the conversations and plan for and insure success. Please join us and get ready for a future of healthy success! \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8692953750824595726
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-for-empowerment-school-and-teens-in-healthcare-transition-9/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211018T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211018T184500
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211003T161202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T161202Z
UID:5649-1634578200-1634582700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:What is Section 504? - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager/ Education Specialist\, for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on What is Section 504? \nThis 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. \nIf you are a Parent\, Grandparent\, Family Member\, or just interested in this topic\, this training is for you! \nIf you have questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5061934248216251661
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/what-is-section-504-webinar-4/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211018T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211018T134500
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211003T160319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T160319Z
UID:5647-1634560200-1634564700@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Communicating with the CSE through Letter Writing - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents a webinar on Communicating with the CSE through Letter Writing. \nLetter 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. \nIf you have questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant Phone: (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6107036543091944461
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/communicating-with-the-cse-through-letter-writing-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211013T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211003T160002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T160002Z
UID:5645-1634146200-1634151600@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Zoom- Let’s Take a Crash Course on Understanding how to Read an IEP
DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Manager / Education Specialist\, Parent to Parent of NYS as they present this wonderful webinar. \nThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\, a federal law\, requires certain information to be included in the IEP but doesn’t specify how the IEP should look. Because states and local school systems may include additional information\, forms differ from state to state and may vary between school systems within a state. The IEP\, Individualized Education Program\, is a written document that’s developed for each public school child who is eligible for special education. The IEP is created through a team effort and reviewed at least once a year. This trainings will teach you how to read the IEP so you can understand what should and can be in the IEP. \nIf you have questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant   (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nZoom Registration: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pdO2sqTosG9FxNybxSzUStoeKCJ-sAcPR
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/zoom-lets-take-a-crash-course-on-understanding-how-to-read-an-iep/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211012T193000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211003T155658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T155658Z
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - Webinar
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThis training will take you through the NYS Special Education Regulations step by step. You will learn the role they play  with the CSE\, learn the chain of command regarding the CSE\, learn how to request information regarding your child’s IEP and gain an understanding how to communicate with your child’s teachers & administrators. \nAfter this webinar parents will have more knowledge about the educational laws to advocate for their child/children. \nIf you have questions\, contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 or Tbeauparlant@ptopnys.org. \nWebinar Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6479320185780626702
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-regulations-of-the-commissioner-of-education-part-200-students-with-disabilities-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T131500
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20211003T155218Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211003T155235Z
UID:5640-1633608000-1633612500@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: NYS Autism Insurance Reform
DESCRIPTION:Please join Lin Perry\, Project Director\, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center\, as she presents a webinar on the Autism Insurance Reform. \nAutism 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. \nThis 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. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7621026670766268430
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-nys-autism-insurance-reform-9/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20210725T165710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210725T165710Z
UID:5461-1633541400-1633546800@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar:  A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD
DESCRIPTION:Please join Dianne O’Connor\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD.  The purpose of this training is to introduce families to the language of service delivery systems and to define and clarify information about services and supports.  Participants will gain an increased awareness and understanding of eligibility criteria and the eligibility determination process.  The training includes an overview of Home and Community Based Services Waiver\, and Family Support Services. \nContact Maryalice Fegeley at 716-427-5140 with any questions. \nOnline Registration: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2079082341785059596
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-16/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T131500
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20201222T225859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201222T225859Z
UID:4858-1633521600-1633526100@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Webinar: Education Records Organizer
DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar Education Records Organizer. This workshop is where parents\, guardians and advocates of children who receive 504 and special education services take their educational records and organize them into a record-keeping binder. This workshop will assist in being more organized in planning a child’s education\, and in the CPSE/CSE process. \nContact Tina Beauparlant with questions\, 518-381-4350. \nWebinar registration:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/9052733741441415951
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-records-organizer-17/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20210821T142210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210821T142210Z
UID:5583-1633456800-1633460400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Health Care Notebook Overview - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Please join Lin Perry\, Project Director\, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center as she presents a webinar on the Health Care Notebook. \nParticipants will learn how a  Health Care Notebook (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. \nREGISTER:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3165982576389908494
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/health-care-notebook-overview-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210929T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T073011
CREATED:20210821T141804Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210821T141804Z
UID:5580-1632942000-1632947400@autismwny.org
SUMMARY:Western NY Region: Caregiver Connections — Virtual Parent Group through ZOOM
DESCRIPTION: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. \nClick the link above to register in advance for this meeting. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Contact Barb Hoffman with any questions. \n9-_29-2021_Barb_Caregiver_Connection_flyer.docx \nContact: Barb Hoffman – bhoffman@ptopnys.org \nREGISTER:  https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZclc-yorDkoG9C78nLhwcm8OJSrF-Y5GWT1
URL:https://autismwny.org/event/western-ny-region-caregiver-connections-virtual-parent-group-through-zoom/
CATEGORIES:Support Groups
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