BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Autism Society Western New York - ECPv6.0.10//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://autismwny.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Autism Society Western New York REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201026T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201026T193000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20201017T013009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201017T013009Z UID:4607-1603737000-1603740600@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: NYS Autism Insurance Reform DESCRIPTION:Parent to Parent of NYS presents the webinar:  NYS Autism Insurance Reform presented by Lin Perry\, Project Director for Family to Family Healthcare Information Center.  Autism 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.  This 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. \nContact Tina Beauparlant 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nRegistration URL: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/772993368193047822 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-nys-autism-insurance-reform-3/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200813T163617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T163617Z UID:4276-1603387800-1603393200@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Maryalice Fegeley\, Regional Coordinator\, as she presents on A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD. \nThe 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.\nIf you have question’s contact: Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. \nLocation:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/860432025697747980 \n  URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-5/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201022T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20201017T012702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201017T012702Z UID:4605-1603368000-1603371600@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Come Ask the Advocate your questions about the CSE/ IEP and 504 processes - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions related to the IEP process that you want answers to? \nDo you know how to request information about your child / student? \nDo you understand your role at a CSE/504 meeting? \nDo you know how to discuss your child’s needs at a CSE/ 504 meeting? \nIf you have questions we have answers for you! \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8064965478251197965 \nIf you have questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/come-ask-the-advocate-your-questions-about-the-cse-iep-and-504-processes-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T194500 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20201017T012220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201017T012220Z UID:4602-1603303200-1603309500@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Understanding the Regulation of the Commissioner of Education Part 200 Students with Disabilities - Webinar DESCRIPTION:Please join Tina Beauparlant\, Regional Program 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.  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 \nWebinar:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7443467630162323981 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/understanding-the-regulation-of-the-commissioner-of-education-part-200-students-with-disabilities-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201021T131500 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200813T163203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T163203Z UID:4274-1603281600-1603286100@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective DESCRIPTION:Please join Sharon Marrella\, Regional Coordinator for Parent-2-Parent of NYS as she presents the webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit.  This webinar provides an overview of the parent’s perspective when planning for a child’s developmental evaluation.  This webinar will not be looking at specific tests or types of evaluations.  Instead\, we want to share some tips and potential suggestions that we have learned based on our own personal experiences when our children were evaluated.  We hope that this provides you with information and ideas when planning for your own child’s evaluation. \nContact Maryalice Fegeley at 716-427-5140 with any questions. \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3858790341824577550 \n  URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-4/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201020T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201020T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200813T162800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T162800Z UID:4272-1603195200-1603198800@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Loss\, Grief\, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Need 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: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4939239732070930690 \n  URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-loss-grief-and-adjustment-for-parents-of-children-with-special-need/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201013T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201013T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200813T165445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T165445Z UID:4285-1602612000-1602615600@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. \nClick here to register for the webinar. Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-9/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201008T181500 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200813T162106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T162106Z UID:4268-1602176400-1602180900@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Health Care Notebook Overview DESCRIPTION:Please join Lin Perry\, Project Director\, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar Health Care Notebook Overview.  Participants will learn how a Health Care Notebook 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.  Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350with any questions. \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2260965750689422862 \n  URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-health-care-notebook-overview-4/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201007T183000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200813T161713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T161713Z UID:4266-1602091800-1602095400@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Education Records Organizer DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Parent Advocate 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.  Contact Tina Beauparlant with questions\, 518-381-4350. \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8151918149783398913 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-records-organizer-5/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200930T183000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200813T161404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T161404Z UID:4264-1601487000-1601490600@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Come Ask the Advocate your questions about CSE or 504 plans. DESCRIPTION:Come Ask the Advocate your questions about CSE or 504 plans. \n\nDo you have any questions related to the IEP process that you want answers to?\nDo you know how to request information about your child / student?\nDo you understand your role at a CSE meeting?\nDo you know how to discuss your child’s needs at a CSE meeting?\n\nPlease register for Come Ask the Advocate your questions about CSE or 504 plans. on Sep 30\, 2020 5:30 PM EDT at: \nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6020534656414249740 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nIf you have questions\, we have answers for you! \nIf you have questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/come-ask-the-advocate-your-questions-about-cse-or-504-plans/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200923T183000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200813T161100Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T161100Z UID:4262-1600882200-1600885800@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.  Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nEvent: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4733324293932259586 \n  URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-loss-grief-and-adjustment-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200921T181500 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200813T155557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T155557Z UID:4257-1600707600-1600712100@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective DESCRIPTION:Please join Sharon Marrella\, Regional Coordinator for Parent-2-Parent of NYS as she presents the webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit.  This webinar provides an overview of the parent’s perspective when planning for a child’s developmental evaluation.  This webinar will not be looking at specific tests or types of evaluations.  Instead\, we want to share some tips and potential suggestions that we have learned based on our own personal experiences when our children were evaluated.  We hope that this provides you with information and ideas when planning for your own child’s evaluation. \nContact Maryalice Fegeley at 716-427-5140 with any questions. \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3284913441845866253 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200918T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200918T131500 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200730T145514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T145514Z UID:4244-1600430400-1600434900@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD DESCRIPTION:Please join Sharon Marella\, 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 Medicaid Service Coordination (MSC)\, Home and Community Based Services Waiver\, and Family Support Services.  Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2895626951991843854  URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-4/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200917T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200730T145135Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T145135Z UID:4242-1600344000-1600347600@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs DESCRIPTION:Please join Alissa Morris\, 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. \nClick here to register for the webinar. Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-6/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200916T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200730T144834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T144834Z UID:4240-1600254000-1600257600@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Education Records Organizer DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Parent Advocate 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.  Contact Tina Beauparlant with questions\, 518-381-4350. \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2127198061454559745 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-records-organizer-4/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200914T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200914T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200812T215831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200812T215831Z UID:4254-1600081200-1600084800@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Come Ask the Advocate your questions about CSE or 504 plans. Webinar DESCRIPTION:Come Ask the Advocate your questions about CSE or 504 plans. \nDo you know how to request information about your child / student? \nDo you understand your role at a CSE meeting? \nDo you know how to discuss your child’s needs at a CSE meeting? \nIf you have questions\, we have answers for you! \nPlease register at:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2349488532130010382 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.  If you have questions\, please contact Tina Beauparlant (518) 381-4350. URL:https://autismwny.org/event/come-ask-the-advocate-your-questions-about-cse-or-504-plans-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200820T193000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200730T144543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T144543Z UID:4238-1597948200-1597951800@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Education for Empowerment: School and Teens in Healthcare Transition DESCRIPTION:Parent to Parent of NYS presents the webinar:  Education for Empowerment:  School and Teens in Healthcare Transition presented by Lin Perry\, Project Director for Family to Family Healthcare Information Center.  As our youth with ID/DD or special healthcare needs transition from pediatric to adult healthcare 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 person’s success. \nIn this webinar participants will learn what research says\, what issues to consider\, the importance of transitioning healthcare and some effective means to begin a plan to transition for the caregiver/parent or for the child.  The focus is on being a good parent partner with health professionals\, and using some tools to begin the conversations and plan for and insure success. \nContact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. Click here to register for this webinar. URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-for-empowerment-school-and-teens-in-healthcare-transition-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200730T144233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T144233Z UID:4236-1597752000-1597755600@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: NYS Autism Insurance Reform DESCRIPTION:Parent to Parent of NYS presents the webinar:  NYS Autism Insurance Reform presented by Lin Perry\, Project Director for Family to Family Healthcare Information Center.  Autism 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.  This 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. \nContact Maryalice Fegeley (716) 427-5140with any questions. Click here to register for this webinar. URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-nys-autism-insurance-reform-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200813T162444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200813T162444Z UID:4270-1597341600-1597345200@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. \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3460971637248711683 \n  URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-7/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200813T124500 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200730T143837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T143837Z UID:4234-1597318200-1597322700@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective DESCRIPTION:Please join Sharon Marrella\, Regional Coordinator for Parent-2-Parent of NYS as she presents the webinar:  When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child:  A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit.  This webinar provides an overview of the parent’s perspective when planning for a child’s developmental evaluation.  This webinar will not be looking at specific tests or types of evaluations.  Instead\, we want to share some tips and potential suggestions that we have learned based on our own personal experiences when our children were evaluated.  We hope that this provides you with information and ideas when planning for your own child’s evaluation. \nContact Maryalice Fegeley at 716-427-5140 with any questions. \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/2847036234618884877 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200812T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200812T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200730T143404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T143404Z UID:4231-1597255200-1597258800@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. \nClick here to register for the webinar. Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-5/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T164500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T184500 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200730T142832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T142832Z UID:4229-1597164300-1597171500@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Health Care Notebook Overview DESCRIPTION:Please join Lin Perry\, Project Director\, Family to Family Healthcare Information Center for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar Health Care Notebook overview.  Participants will learn how a Health Care Notebook 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.  Contact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nWebinar: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/940577630055993614 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-health-care-notebook-overview-3/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200811T120000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200730T150006Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200730T150006Z UID:4246-1597143600-1597147200@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Loss\, Grief\, and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs DESCRIPTION:Please join Parent to Parent of NYS\, Barb Hoffman\, Regional Coordinator\, as she presents on Loss\, Grief and Adjustment for Parents of Children with Special Needs. \nPowerful 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. \nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1813137962633867275 \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nIf you have questions please contact: Maryalice Fegeley (716) 427-5140 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/loss-grief-and-adjustment-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200422T000857Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200422T000857Z UID:3778-1595331000-1595336400@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 Medicaid Service Coordination (MSC)\, Home and Community Based Services Waiver\, and Family Support Services. \nContact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nRegister:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1030504482628891394 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-3/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200716T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200716T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200422T000510Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200422T000510Z UID:3776-1594900800-1594904400@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Preventing Parent Burnout for Parents of Children with Special Needs DESCRIPTION:Please join Alissa Morris\, 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. \nRegister:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/932757898892065026 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-4/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200715T130000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200422T000128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200422T000128Z UID:3773-1594814400-1594818000@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Education Records Organizer DESCRIPTION:Please join Trish Washburn\, Parent Advocate 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 at 518-381-4350. \nRegister:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/898160665391646721 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-education-records-organizer-3/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200714T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200714T133000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200421T235744Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T235744Z UID:3769-1594728000-1594733400@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: Starting Over: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren with Special Needs DESCRIPTION:Please join Dianne O’Connor\, Regional Coordinator for Parent to Parent of NYS\, as she presents the webinar Starting Over: Grandparents Raising Grandchildren with Special Needs.  There are many reasons why a grandparent\, or relative\, may be raising their grandchildren full time.  By creating an enriched\, supportive\, and safe living environment\, grandchildren stay connected to their family while keeping them out of foster care. \nThis webinar will address the advantages and disadvantages of caring for our own and give practical resources and strategies for providing the best for your grandchildren.  As one of the most important members of the family\, we will also look at ways to care for you along the way. \nContact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nRegister:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/603107819595858178 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-starting-over-grandparents-raising-grandchildren-with-special-needs/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200622T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200622T121500 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200421T235308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T235308Z UID:3765-1592823600-1592828100@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit DESCRIPTION:Please join Sharon Marrella\, Regional Coordinator as she presents a webinar on When You Are Considering a Developmental Evaluation for Your Child: A Parent’s Perspective to Assist Your Visit.\nThis presentation provides an overview of the parent’s perspective when planning for a child’s developmental evaluation. This webinar will not be looking at specific tests or types of evaluations. Instead\, we want to share some tips and potential suggestions that we have learned based on our own personal experiences when our children were evaluated. We hope that this provides you with information and ideas when planning for your own child’s evaluation. \nIf you have questions contact: Tina Beauparlant at (518) 381-4350. \nRegister:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/1987623858575178765 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-when-you-are-considering-a-developmental-evaluation-for-your-child-a-parents-perspective-to-assist-your-visit-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200618T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200618T190000 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200421T234843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T234843Z UID:3763-1592503200-1592506800@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. \nRegister:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/3809276030207103491 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-preventing-parent-burnout-for-parents-of-children-with-special-needs-3/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200611T171500 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200611T184500 DTSTAMP:20260503T214041 CREATED:20200421T234526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200421T234526Z UID:3761-1591895700-1591901100@autismwny.org SUMMARY:Webinar: A Guide for Families to Understanding Supports & Services Administered by OPWDD DESCRIPTION:Please join Sharon Marrella\, 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 Medicaid Service Coordination (MSC)\, Home and Community Based Services Waiver\, and Family Support Services. \nContact Tina Beauparlant at 518-381-4350 with any questions. \nRegister:  https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8351670826249557251 URL:https://autismwny.org/event/webinar-a-guide-for-families-to-understanding-supports-services-administered-by-opwdd-2/ CATEGORIES:Webinars END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR