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SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices!  Readers with Disabilities Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The Hear Our Voices group is WIHD’s self-advocacy group. We believe in an inclusive world where everyone has the power to share their stories. Hear Our Voices supports individuals with disabilities to speak up for themselves\, make their own choices and engage with their communities to impact policy development and disability acceptance. \nNO READING REQUIRED! Join an accessible community of young adults who all love books! We meet on Zoom once a month to talk about the books we love and discover a new book about\ndisabilities. \nClick Here to Register
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-readers-with-disabilities-book-club/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260929T120000
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SUMMARY:Student Involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Families
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this training is to promote and encourage student and family involvement in the IEP development process and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings. Concepts and resources that enhance involvement in student pre-meeting preparation\, during the meeting participation and post-meeting activities\, will be shared. \nZoom Registration Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/student-involvement-in-the-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-8/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T120000
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SUMMARY:Pre-Employment Transition (PRE-ETS) Informational Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about Pre-Employment Transition Services offered through Access-VR!\nThe Goal of Pre-ETS are to:\n*Improve transition results for students with disabilities in post-secondary education or employment.\n*Become prepared for the workplace through experiences in integrated work settings\n*Increase opportunities to explore post-secondary training option \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/pre-employment-transition-pre-ets-informational-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T180000
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SUMMARY:Family Guide to Transition Planning: Preparing Students with Disabilities for Life After High School
DESCRIPTION:This training will assist families in understanding the transition planning process specifically from high school to life after high school. When families are knowledgeable about the transition process and invited to participate by their school districts\, students with disabilities experience improved post-school outcomes in the areas of employment\, postsecondary education\, and independent living. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-guide-to-transition-planning-preparing-students-with-disabilities-for-life-after-high-school-8/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261013T120000
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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-32/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T133000
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CREATED:20260818T001801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260818T001801Z
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SUMMARY:New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA): Essential Information for Families of Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:This training is to educate families of students with disabilities on the essential information of NYSAA\, including what is the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA)\, what the test entails\, and how it will affect a student’s postsecondary planning. Participants will learn about all state assessment options\, what the NYSAA entails including eligibility and the decision-making process\, and graduation/student exit options. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T150000
DTSTAMP:20260820T222602Z
CREATED:20260820T222602Z
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UID:22129-1791986400-1791990000@www.wihd.org
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-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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SUMMARY:Special Education 101: Training of the Parent Member
DESCRIPTION:Please note this training will be held in person.  \n.This in person training is intended to assist parents and family members\, in understanding the special education process through education laws and regulation. In addition you will receive a better understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the various members of the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee on Special Education (CSE)\, particularly that of the Parent Member. You will also learn the techniques and strategies that are necessary to become an active \nparticipant in CPSE and CSE meetings. With this training you will be able to join\, if eligible\, committee meetings as a volunteer Parent Member. This is wonderful opportunity to help you support your own child\, build community in your district and support other parents. While this training is open to anyone who would like to learn more about special education\, parents or guardians whose child has or had an IEP in the last 5 years\, will receive a certificate for submission to their school district to serve as a Parent Member at CPSE/CSE meetings. \nNote: This is a four-hour training in two parts\, 9-11 am and 12-2 pm with a one-hour break for lunch. Four hours must be completed to receive certificate.  \nThis in person training will be held at: PNW BOCES Projects Building\, 200 BOCES Drive\, Yorktown Heights\, NY \nClick Here for In-Person Registration
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/special-education-101-training-of-the-parent-member-8/
LOCATION:PNW BOCES Projects Building\, 200 BOCES Drive\, Yorktown Heights\, NY
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T180000
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UID:22033-1792605600-1792610100@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Basics
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering applying for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for your family member? Come to this workshop to learn some tips and tricks to the application process. When and how to apply\, the eligibility requirements and how to best make the process less stressful. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supplemental-security-income-ssi-basics-15/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261103T180000
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UID:22117-1793728800-1793734200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Agency 101-An Overview of Services to Support Students with Disabilities into Adulthood
DESCRIPTION:This session will provide an overview of the primary State and community agency providers available in New York state (NYS) and the services each agency offers. Participants\, including students and families\, will gain knowledge of available resources\, appropriate referral options\, and related processes. The goal is to increase appropriate referrals\, as these supports are shown to correlate with improved outcomes for students with disabilities. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/agency-101-an-overview-of-services-to-support-students-with-disabilities-into-adulthood-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T133000
DTSTAMP:20260809T194851Z
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UID:22056-1793880000-1793885400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA): Essential Information for Families of Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:This training is to educate families of students with disabilities on the essential information of NYSAA\, including what is the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA)\, what the test entails\, and how it will affect a student’s postsecondary planning. Participants will learn about all state assessment options\, what the NYSAA entails including eligibility and the decision-making process\, and graduation/student exit options. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities-14/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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