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SUMMARY:OPWDD Self-Direction
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 Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/opwdd-self-direction-10/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T120000
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SUMMARY:Employment and You: Resources and Strategies for Success
DESCRIPTION:Employment and You: Resources and Strategies for Success \nMarch 3 – March 6\, 2025 \nTimes: 12:00pm – 8:00pm \nWe will be hosting two sessions per day: One session at approximately noon and the other session at approximately 6pm. Specific details on the timing will be available soon. \nEmployment for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is currently at 15%\, with many people unemployed or underemployed despite having work skills. Join us for this free\, virtual conference on topics that will outline the key areas that can lead to employment. Experts from across the state and country will be presenting innovative approaches and key resources to achieve successful work. \nLearn about: \n– Resources available \n– Strategies for Success \n– Key organizations that provide assistance \n– Benefits Planning \n– New approaches to employment \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/employment-and-you-resources-and-strategies-for-success-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250527T193000
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SUMMARY:Future Planning Series: How Do We Pass The Torch? Transition Planning in Preparation for Aging Series Workshop 8 - Wrap Up
DESCRIPTION:This 8- workshop series aims to provide caregivers with the directions for creating a transition plan for who next will be responsible for supporting their loved one. At the end of the workshop series\, the caregiver will have the knowledge to create a caregiver transition plan\, which will include the systems\, people and processes needed to successfully support their loved one so that they live life to the fullest. Workshop 8: Wrap Up Our workshops in this series covered the following topics: future planning overview\, financial planning\, legal planning\, care support services and housing. \nIn our final workshop of the series\, we will summarize the learnings of the seven prior workshops and will review the legal and financial documents that were referenced. We will also revisit the “Dream Team” concept. Participants will be encouraged to share where they are in the planning process. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/future-planning-series-how-do-we-pass-the-torch-transition-planning-in-preparation-for-aging-series-workshop-8-wrap-up/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250501T213000
DTSTAMP:20260519T032841
CREATED:20241030T172731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T210158Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Spring Gala
DESCRIPTION:Purchase Sponsorships and Tickets
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/annual-spring-gala/
LOCATION:Scarsale Golf Club\, 1 Club Way\, Hartsdale
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250708T133000
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SUMMARY:Agency 101 - Connecting Individuals with Disabilities to Adult Services
DESCRIPTION:Identifying State and community-based agencies that may be able to provide services to young adults with disabilities is a critical component of transition planning for life after high school. This session will offer a broad overview of several core disability service systems in order to understand the different eligibility criteria that must be met to qualify for a variety of supports. The referral and application process as well as the types of services available for each will be reviewed. Families may have to access more than one service provider depending on the type of disability and services they need for their children and young adults with a learning disability\, physical disability\, visual and/or hearing impairment\, intellectual/developmental disability\, mental health disorder or any combination of disabilities. \n*The session will not include the identification of local organizations or details of the specific programs they may offer. Resources will be provided. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/agency-101-connecting-individuals-with-disabilities-to-adult-services-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250917T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T032841
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SUMMARY:Monthly Decision Making Series Workshop #3: Guardianship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our three-workshop series where we will present instruments and methods used to support loved ones with disabilities in making choices as they approach the age of adulthood. \n**Please note that we will not be offering Workshop #2 this month. It will resume shortly.** \nWorkshop #3: Guardianship Workshop \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. Since guardianship is considered the most restrictive form of decision support\, it is recommended that you also attend the Digging in to Supported Decision-Making workshop before signing up for this one. 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-workshop-3-guardianship-workshop-21/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260519T032841
CREATED:20251003T200831Z
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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-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T193000
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CREATED:20251121T115819Z
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SUMMARY:Agency 101: Connecting Individuals with Disabilities to Adult Services
DESCRIPTION:An Overview of Services to Support Students with Disabilities into Adulthood: \n“Identifying State and community-based agencies that may be able to provide services to young adults with disabilities is a critical component of transition planning for life after high school. This session will offer a broad overview of several core disability service systems in order to understand the different New York State (NYS) eligibility criteria that must be met to qualify for a variety of supports. The referral and application process as well as the types of services available for each will be reviewed. Families may have to access more than one service provider depending on the type of disability and services they need for their children and young adults with a learning disability\, physical disability\, visual and/or hearing impairment\, intellectual/developmental disability\, mental health disorder or any combination of disabilities. \n*The session will not include the identification of local organizations or details of the specific programs they may offer. Resources will be provided.” \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/agency-101-connecting-individuals-with-disabilities-to-adult-services-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T190000
DTSTAMP:20260519T032841
CREATED:20260109T160227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260109T162356Z
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SUMMARY:CPSE to CSE:  Transition from Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, participants will gain valuable insight into the kindergarten transition\, including how to be an effective member of the transition team\, the differences between CPSE and CSE services\, and the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Parents and caregivers will leave with a clearer understanding of what to expect as their child takes this important next step. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/cpse-to-cse-transition-from-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260227T231500
DTSTAMP:20260519T032841
CREATED:20250912T113058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250912T113058Z
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SUMMARY:Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Services and Eligibility
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a workshop on OPWDD services and eligibility. The New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) is responsible for coordinating services for New Yorkers with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Through this workshop you will learn about the range of OPWDD services available to you and your loved one\, and about the requirements for service eligibility. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd-services-and-eligibility-21/
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260505T133000
DTSTAMP:20260519T032841
CREATED:20260404T122636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T175732Z
UID:21352-1777982400-1777987800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:What Is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)? For Families of School-Age Students
DESCRIPTION:“What is an IEP? For Families of School-Age Students” participants will gain a foundational understanding of the entire IEP process\, including but not limited to\, the Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, the roles and responsibilities of all parties\, the various components of the IEP\, and the transition planning process. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/what-is-an-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-of-school-age-students-9/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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