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SUMMARY:Self-Direction: An Overview
DESCRIPTION:Learn about OPWDD’s self-direction services which allows for more choice in OPWDD-funded supports and services. The individual must be eligible for OPWDD services and participating in Care Management services through a Care Coordination Organization (CCO) to be approved for self-direction. Therefore\, it is recommended that you first attend a workshop on OPWDD eligibility if the person with the disability does not already have it.  \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/self-direction-an-overview-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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SUMMARY:The 2026 TRANSITION FAIR
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Orange County 2026 Transition Fair! \n\nStudents and families are invited to explore and connect with community resources and supports that promote a successful transition to life after school. \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/21227/
LOCATION:Orange-Ulster BOCES\, Emanuel Axelrod Education Center\, Emanuel Axelrod Education Center\, 53 Gibson Road\, Goshen\, NY\, 10924\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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SUMMARY:Supported Decision-Making (SDM)\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will present instruments and methods used to support loved ones with disabilities in making choices as they approach the age of adulthood. \nSupported Decision-Making (SDM)\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives \nMany parents and caregivers have questions about how best their loved one with intellectual and developmental disabilities may be supported in making decisions as an adult. What are the concerns around guardianship? What about Supported Decision Making? How do advance directives such as health care proxies and durable power of attorney factor in?  \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supported-decision-making-sdm-guardianship-and-other-alternatives-9/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260425T130000
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SUMMARY:13th  Annual Autism Provider and Resource Fair
DESCRIPTION:Come to this Autism Fair to receive RESOURCES\, meet PROVIDERS and get SUPPORT \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration (English) \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration (Spanish)
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/13th-annual-autism-provider-and-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Police Athletic League (PAL)\, 127 North Broadway\, Yonkers\, NY\, 10701
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260428T130000
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SUMMARY:Supported Decision-Making (SDM)\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will present instruments and methods used to support loved ones with disabilities in making choices as they approach the age of adulthood. \nSupported Decision-Making (SDM)\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives \nMany parents and caregivers have questions about how best their loved one with intellectual and developmental disabilities may be supported in making decisions as an adult. What are the concerns around guardianship? What about Supported Decision Making? How do advance directives such as health care proxies and durable power of attorney factor in?  \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supported-decision-making-sdm-guardianship-and-other-alternatives-8/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T022904
CREATED:20260416T152436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T152436Z
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SUMMARY:Supported Decision-Making
DESCRIPTION:Supported Decision-Making (SDM) helps people with intellectual and developmental disabilities make decisions with the support of trusted individuals. The Supported Decision-Making process is a less restrictive alternative to Guardianship. SDM is now being offered in New York through AIM Services. Join Alexis Harrington\, AIM’s Chief of Program Implementation and Joan Cornachio\, former SDMNY Associate Director and current AIM subcontractor\, for an overview of Supported Decision-Making and the SDM facilitation process. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supported-decision-making-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T120000
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SUMMARY:Guardianship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Applying for Guardianship: Requirements and Process \nThis workshop is intended for individuals who have already attended our monthly Supported Decision Making\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives workshop\, and have determined that guardianship is the most appropriate alternative. We will review the process of putting together a petition for guardianship and the documentation requirements. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-guardianship-workshop/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260430T190000
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CREATED:20260224T160139Z
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UID:21213-1777561200-1777575600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:ROCKLAND Free Resource and Transition Fair
DESCRIPTION:SUPPORTS AND INFORMATION FOR NOW AND IN THE FUTURE:\nFor students with an IEP or 504 Plan\, families\, individuals and professionals.\nOver 50+ organizations and educational institutions (including colleges) will offer\ninformation and answer questions. \nClick Here for Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/resource-and-transition-fair-3/
LOCATION:Palisades Center Community Rooms\, 1000 Palisades Center Drive\, West Nyack\, NY\, 10994\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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