BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Westchester Institute for Human Development - ECPv6.0.10//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Westchester Institute for Human Development X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wihd.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Westchester Institute for Human Development 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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240930T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240917T200117Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240917T200117Z UID:19307-1727697600-1727703000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Student Involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Families DESCRIPTION:This training is intended to promote and encourage student and family involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) development process and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings. Participants will identify ways to build and encourage their child’s self-determination skills in order to meaningfully participate to the greatest extent possible\, in their own educational planning and active involvement in annual review meetings. The Student-Directed IEP approach can be utilized at any age from K-12th grade. Tools\, resources\, and research-based information will be provided. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/student-involvement-in-the-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240926T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240918T143509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T143938Z UID:19310-1727352000-1727355600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Specially Designed Instruction: A Guide for Families and Caregivers DESCRIPTION:Participants will: \n• understand the development and use of Specially Designed Instruction for students with disabilities. \n• understand that there is both federal and state regulation around Specially Designed Instruction. \n• examine what Specially Designed Instruction might look like in the classroom and in the home. \n• understand their value as engaged meaningful partners in the special education process and education of their child. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/specially-designed-instruction-a-guide-for-families-and-caregivers-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240925T123000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240912T130839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240912T130839Z UID:19299-1727263800-1727267400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:EI (Early Intervention) to CPSE (Preschool Special Education) for Families DESCRIPTION:This presentation will guide parents through the process of transitioning their child from Early Intervention to the Committee on Preschool Special Education. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/ei-early-intervention-to-cpse-preschool-special-education-for-families-6/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240924T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240903T115049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T143155Z UID:19273-1727179200-1727182800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:DATE CHANGE! PLEASE SEE BELOW - Specially Designed Instruction: A Guide for Families and Caregivers DESCRIPTION:DATE CHANGE:  We apologize that this event has been changed to Thursday\, September 26\, 2024.  The registration link can be found on our 9/26/24 calendar. \nParticipants will: \n• understand the development and use of Specially Designed Instruction for students with disabilities. \n• understand that there is both federal and state regulation around Specially Designed Instruction. \n• examine what Specially Designed Instruction might look like in the classroom and in the home. \n• understand their value as engaged meaningful partners in the special education process and education of their child. \n  \nPresented by:  Lower Hudson Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Center\, Mid-Hudson Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Center\, NYSED OSE Partnership URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/specially-designed-instruction-a-guide-for-families-and-caregivers-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240920T120000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240823T154920Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T160813Z UID:19245-1726826400-1726833600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:SPECIAL EDUCATION TASK FORCE WEBINAR: Special Education Legal Updates 2024 DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand\, participants will receive an update on new and updated special education laws\, regulations\, state and federal guidance\, and trending topics or issues. Significant proposed changes to NYS graduation measures\, updated guidance on behavioral support\, discipline and manifestation determination\, new procedural safeguards\, and new reporting obligations are just the start of some of the changes in store for the 2024-2025 school year. The presenter will share a legal update on new or revised guidance from the US Department of Education including the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP)\, the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Programs (OSERS)\, and New York State Department of Education (NYSED) and how they may impact access to or delivery of special education for the 2024-2025 school year. The presentation will offer a summary update and brief analysis of relevant changes or updates and how they may impact identification\, evaluation\, eligibility\, implementation\, and procedural rights and protections related to special education programs and services for students with disabilities. \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration \n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/special-education-task-force-webinar-special-education-legal-updates-2024/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240823T232348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T232348Z UID:19258-1726747200-1726750800@www.wihd.org 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. \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 Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-3-guardianship-workshop-10/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240918T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240823T231938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T231938Z UID:19256-1726660800-1726664400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Monthly Decision Making Series Workshop #2: Digging in to Supported Decision-Making 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. \nWorkshop #2: Digging in to Supported Decision-Making \nThis workshop is intended for individuals who have already attended our monthly Supported Decision Making\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives workshop\, and want to know more about SDM. We will review Article 82\, the NY State supported decision making law\, and will answer SDM-specific questions. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-2-digging-in-to-supported-decision-making-10/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240917T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240823T231327Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T231327Z UID:19254-1726574400-1726578000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Monthly Decision Making Series Workshop #1: Supported Decision-Making (SDM)\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives 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. \nWorkshop #1: Supported 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? This workshop should be taken before the Guardianship and Digging into Supported Decision-Making workshops. If you have already taken this WIHD zoom workshop\, please register instead for the Digging in to Supported Decision-Making workshop. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-1-supported-decision-making-sdm-guardianship-and-other-alternatives-10/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240829T131500 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240813T175438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240813T175438Z UID:19217-1724932800-1724937300@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Accounts Basics DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn more about Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts? \nCome to this workshop to find out how this financial tool can help individuals with disabilities save while receiving benefits. What is an ABLE account\, how it works and the eligibility requirements will be discussed. Potential ABLE participants and their families are invited. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/able-achieving-a-better-life-experience-accounts-basics-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240828T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240725T111120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T172427Z UID:19173-1724846400-1724850000@www.wihd.org 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-6/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240804T202702Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240804T202702Z UID:19188-1724760000-1724763600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Family Forum: BACK TO SCHOOL 2024 - Tips\, Troubleshooting and Q & A DESCRIPTION:Come to this workshop to receive tips on helping your kids transition back to school and troubleshoot special education issues with services and placement. We will be taking questions on all things back to school. You can also share any helpful strategies that work for your family. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-forum-back-to-school-2024-tips-troubleshooting-and-q-a/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240725T112053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T112053Z UID:19175-1724760000-1724763600@www.wihd.org 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 Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd-services-and-eligibility-7/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240724T153906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T155123Z UID:19169-1724328000-1724331600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:CANCELED!!! Monthly Decision Making Series Workshop #3: Guardianship Workshop DESCRIPTION:CANCELED:  We apologize that this event has been canceled.  We will be posting a new date on our calendar.   \nJoin 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. \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. URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-3-guardianship-workshop-9/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240722T111103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T111103Z UID:19156-1724328000-1724331600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Transition Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to CSE) DESCRIPTION:This online training will support parents as they prepare for their child’s transition from preschool special education to kindergarten. Topics covered include: understanding the differences between Committee for Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and Committee for Special Education (CSE)\, understanding the transition process from CPSE to CSE\, learning how to be an active member of the transition team\, understanding the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten-cpse-to-cse-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T131500 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240731T154056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T154056Z UID:19183-1724241600-1724246100@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Family Forum: 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 Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-forum-supplemental-security-income-ssi-basics-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240724T153449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T153449Z UID:19167-1724241600-1724245200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Monthly Decision Making Series Workshop #2: Digging in to Supported Decision-Making 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. \nWorkshop #2: Digging in to Supported Decision-Making \nThis workshop is intended for individuals who have already attended our monthly Supported Decision Making\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives workshop\, and want to know more about SDM. We will review Article 82\, the NY State supported decision making law\, and will answer SDM-specific questions. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-2-digging-in-to-supported-decision-making-9/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240724T152657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T152657Z UID:19164-1724155200-1724158800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Monthly Decision Making Series Workshop #1: Supported Decision-Making (SDM)\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives 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. \nWorkshop #1: Supported 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? This workshop should be taken before the Guardianship and Digging into Supported Decision-Making workshops. If you have already taken this WIHD zoom workshop\, please register instead for the Digging in to Supported Decision-Making workshop. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-1-supported-decision-making-sdm-guardianship-and-other-alternatives-9/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240722T112151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T112151Z UID:19161-1724155200-1724158800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Families DESCRIPTION:Vocabulary is key to reading comprehension\, and even emerging readers must have exposure to a lot of different words. Please join us for a brief learning session on how you can help build your children’s vocabularies. During our time together\, we will share some of the theories around how we learn\, and give quick and easy activities you can do with your children that will help develop their word knowledge. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/lunch-and-learn-explicit-vocabulary-instruction-for-families/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240717T173711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T173929Z UID:19146-1723550400-1723555800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Family Guide to Transition Planning: Preparing Students with Disabilities for Life After High School DESCRIPTION:The purpose of the Family Guide to Transition Planning—Preparing Students with Disabilities for Life After High School is to 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 schools\, students with disabilities experience improved post-school outcomes in the areas of employment\, postsecondary education\, and independent living. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-guide-to-transition-planning-preparing-students-with-disabilities-for-life-after-high-school-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T220000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240807T193321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T193437Z UID:19206-1723136400-1723154400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Captain Lawrence Community Pints DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! Hang out with us on Thursday Aug 8th at Captain Lawrence and support our mission to improve the lives of people with disabilities and vulnerable children. A minimum $10 donation to WIHD gets you happy hour pricing on all beer\, wine\, and cocktail from 5 pm to 10 pm. You’ll receive a free WIHD beer glass with a $50 donation. Hope to see you there… Reserve ahead at www.wihd.org/pints or just show up! #communitypints URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/captain-lawrence-community-pints/ LOCATION:Captain Lawrence Brewery\, 444 Saw Mill River Road\, Elmsford\, NY\, 10523 CATEGORIES:WIHD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wihd.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/451842981_880662960758361_1893968346706164713_n-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240627T193808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T193808Z UID:19106-1721908800-1721914200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Testing Accommodations for Students with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:School may be over but some students will be taking Regents examinations in August. This training will help participants understand the appropriate use of test accommodations for students with disabilities. It will provide information related to the decision-making process\, the types of test accommodations that are available\, and how they are documented on the Individualized Education Program (IEP).\n \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/testing-accommodations-for-students-with-disabilities-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240710T155142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T155502Z UID:19138-1721822400-1721826000@www.wihd.org 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\, enrolled in the Home and Community Based (HCBS) Waiver\, 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-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20231006T144651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T144651Z UID:17961-1721811600-1721829600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Special Education 101: Training of the Parent Member DESCRIPTION:We offer our 4-hour Virtual Parent Member Training four times per year\, via Zoom. Participants will learn about the entire Committee for Special Education (CSE) process\, and those eligible can join committee meetings as a volunteer Parent Member. This is wonderful opportunity to build community in your district\, support other parents\, and learn more about the CSE process to support your own child! 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 certification. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/special-education-101-training-of-the-parent-member-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240710T171753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T171822Z UID:19140-1721736000-1721739600@www.wihd.org 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 Link: Click Here \n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd-services-and-eligibility-6/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240708T012612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T012712Z UID:19127-1721304000-1721307600@www.wihd.org 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. \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 Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-3-guardianship-workshop-8/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240706T001733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T001733Z UID:19125-1721217600-1721221200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Monthly Decision Making Series Workshop #2: Digging in to Supported Decision-Making 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. \nWorkshop #2: Digging in to Supported Decision-Making \nThis workshop is intended for individuals who have already attended our monthly Supported Decision Making\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives workshop\, and want to know more about SDM. We will review Article 82\, the NY State supported decision making law\, and will answer SDM-specific questions. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-2-digging-in-to-supported-decision-making-8/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240704T130229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T154438Z UID:19120-1721131200-1721136600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:What Is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)? For Families of School-Age Students DESCRIPTION:Parents and families are an important part of the Special Education process. 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. 12- 1pm\, with additional time for Q and A. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/what-is-an-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-of-school-age-students-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240705T234154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T234154Z UID:19123-1721131200-1721134800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Monthly Decision Making Series Workshop #1: Supported Decision-Making (SDM)\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives 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. \nWorkshop #1: Supported 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? This workshop should be taken before the Guardianship and Digging into Supported Decision-Making workshops. If you have already taken this WIHD zoom workshop\, please register instead for the Digging in to Supported Decision-Making workshop. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-1-supported-decision-making-sdm-guardianship-and-other-alternatives-8/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240603T222627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T222627Z UID:19061-1719489600-1719493200@www.wihd.org 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. \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 Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-3-guardianship-workshop-7/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185633 CREATED:20240603T221925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T221925Z UID:19059-1719403200-1719406800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Monthly Decision Making Series Workshop #2: Digging in to Supported Decision-Making 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. \nWorkshop #2: Digging in to Supported Decision-Making \nThis workshop is intended for individuals who have already attended our monthly Supported Decision Making\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives workshop\, and want to know more about SDM. We will review Article 82\, the NY State supported decision making law\, and will answer SDM-specific questions. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-2-digging-in-to-supported-decision-making-7/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR