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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240402T170153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240402T171539Z
UID:18572-1714651200-1714654800@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-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240405T202040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240405T202344Z
UID:18590-1715013000-1715023800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transition Linkages Fair at the Westchester County Center
DESCRIPTION:An Event for Parents\, Educators & Advocates to Learn More About Adult Services & Transition Planning \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-linkages-fair-4/
LOCATION:Westchester County Center\, 198 Central Avenue\, White Plains\, NY\, 10606
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="Linkages%20Fair%20Committee":MAILTO:cgearing@arcwestchester.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240510T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240326T211439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T162521Z
UID:18553-1715335200-1715340600@www.wihd.org
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-agencies-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240429T000817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T000817Z
UID:18644-1715688000-1715691600@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-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240505T152822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T152901Z
UID:18666-1715709600-1715713200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:"Hear Our Voices" Self-Advocate's Peer to Peer Discussion about Dating and Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Self-Advocate’s Monthly Peer to Peer Discussion about Dating and Relationships \nFor Flyer and Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/self-advocates-peer-to-peer-discussion-about-dating-and-relationships-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240514T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240310T230340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240310T230501Z
UID:18507-1715709600-1715715000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn about self-determination skills and its relation to students determining an individualized pathway to graduation from multiple options. Credit and diploma requirements\, the appeal eligibility criteria for all students\, and safety-net options for students with disabilities will be reviewed. Learn how earning a Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential is beneficial in a number of ways and understand the guidelines for the Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential which is awarded to students participating in the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) testing program. \nZoom Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/diploma-and-credential-options-for-students-with-disabilities-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240429T001407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T001550Z
UID:18646-1715774400-1715778000@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-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240515T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240505T152107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T152107Z
UID:18663-1715796000-1715799600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:"Hear Our Voices" Self Advocacy Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:“Hear Our Voices” Self Advocacy Group Monthly Meeting \nFor Flyer and Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-self-advocacy-group-meeting-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T160000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240505T154302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T155338Z
UID:18670-1715853600-1715875200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices Statewide Self-Advocacy Conference
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on Zoom for the Hear Our Voices Statewide Self-Advocacy Conference \nFor Flyer and Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-statewide-self-advocacy-conference/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240516T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240429T001838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T001838Z
UID:18649-1715860800-1715864400@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-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240409T180301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T180411Z
UID:18596-1716294600-1716298200@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-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240411T113244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T113244Z
UID:18605-1716489000-1716494400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Life-Skills Workshop Series Session #2
DESCRIPTION:Life-skills\, or daily living skills\, are abilities that our loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities need to achieve their highest level of independence. These include skills related to managing money\, personal hygiene\, medication management\, taking care of living spaces\, laundry\, cooking\, transportation\, and shopping. \nPlease join us for a three-workshop series for caregivers about supporting life-skills learning for children\, teens and young adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. You will need to come to the workshop with at least one idea for a life-skill that you want your loved one to work on. \nWe will cover: \n· The process of teaching and reinforcing life-skills \n· The self-advocate’s perspective on the challenges in developing these skills \nZoom Registration Link: Click here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/life-skills-workshop-series-session-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240516T125924Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T125924Z
UID:18680-1717761600-1717765200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Taller #1: Toma de decisiones con apoyo (SDM)\,  tutela y otras alternativas/Workshop #1: Supported Decision Making (SDM)\, Guardianship\, and Other Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:Fecha y hora: viernes 7 de junio 12-1pmh \nThursday\, June 7\, 2024 – 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm \nEste taller se impartirá únicamente en español. \nThis workshop will be given in Spanish only. \nMuchos padres y cuidadores tienen preguntas sobre cuál es la mejor manera de apoyar a su ser querido con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo a tomar decisiones cuando sea adulto. ¿Cuáles son las preocupaciones en torno a la tutela? ¿Qué pasa con la toma de decisiones apoyada? ¿Cómo desempeñan un papel las directivas anticipadas\, como los poderes para atención médica y los poderes duraderos? Este taller proporcionará a los cuidadores la información para afrontar estos problemas. \nMany parents and caregivers have questions about how best to support their loved one with intellectual and developmental disabilities 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 powers of attorney and durable powers of attorney\, play a role? This workshop will provide caregivers with the information to navigate these issues. \nEnlace de Zoom para la registracion: Haga clic aquí \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/taller-1-toma-de-decisiones-con-apoyo-sdm-tutela-y-otras-alternativas-workshop-1-supported-decision-making-sdm-guardianship-and-other-alternatives/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240424T233836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T233836Z
UID:18630-1718107200-1718112600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Post School Planning for Young Adults Not Going to College
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on program options and considerations for young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Participants can ask any questions they may have including the eligibility process for services through the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and other state service systems\, the types of programs and support services available\, as well as things to consider when selecting or visiting adult community-based programs. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/post-school-planning-for-young-adults-not-going-to-college/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240603T172105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T172105Z
UID:19055-1718128800-1718132400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Self-Advocates: Peer to Peer Discussion about Dating and Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Self-Advocates: Peer to Peer Discussion about Dating and Relationships \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/self-advocates-peer-to-peer-discussion-about-dating-and-relationships-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="WIHD%20Self%20Advocacy%20Group":MAILTO:mlevitz@wihd.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240522T003459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T141237Z
UID:19030-1718280000-1718283600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Families
DESCRIPTION:Come to this session for parents and caregivers to learn how to support your child’s development of new vocabulary\, the importance of vocabulary instruction and ways to incorporate vocabulary instruction at home for your children who are in Pre-K through grade 6. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/explicit-vocabulary-instruction-for-families-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240426T194607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T164227Z
UID:18642-1718712000-1718717400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Family Forum: Post School Planning for Young Adults Going to College
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on how things will be different from high school for young adults with disabilities who plan to pursue a college degree. Participants can ask any questions they may have\, including the process for accessing accommodations\, the disability documentation needed\, possible types of college-related services available through Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR)\, as well as things to consider when selecting or visiting 2 & 4 year colleges and universities. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-forum-post-school-planning-for-young-adults-going-to-college-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T190000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240603T163527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T163745Z
UID:19051-1718820000-1718823600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:"Hear Our Voices” Self-Advocacy Monthly Group Meeting
DESCRIPTION:“Hear Our Voices” Self-Advocacy Monthly Group Meeting \nZoom Registration Link:  Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-self-advocacy-monthly-group-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
ORGANIZER;CN="WIHD%20Self%20Advocacy%20Group":MAILTO:mlevitz@wihd.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240424T111131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T112129Z
UID:18622-1718906400-1718911800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Supporting Your Child in Work Based Learning Experiences
DESCRIPTION:The purpose of Supporting Your Child in Work-Based Learning (WBL) Experiences is to provide families and guardians with the foundational knowledge of what high-quality WBL looks like in New York State (NYS) including but not limited to: exploring registered and unregistered program options available to students with disabilities\, reviewing the career development process and the NYS framework for WBL\, determining who the essential partners are in order to ensure students are receiving an individualized and collaborative experience\, and identifying activities and strategies to increase career awareness and development in the home and community. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supporting-your-child-in-work-based-learning-experiences/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240603T220700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T220700Z
UID:19057-1719316800-1719320400@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-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T200000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
CREATED:20240430T145818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T225018Z
UID:18652-1719340200-1719345600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Life-Skills Workshop Series Session #3
DESCRIPTION:Workshop 3 will be in a moderated panel format. We are thrilled to have Paul Evangelista and Dan Zarro\, together with their moms Eleanor Evangelista and Tricia Zarro with us to share their life-skills journey.  Paul and Dan are both young adults with autism. \nLife-skills\, or daily living skills\, are abilities that our loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities need to achieve their highest level of independence. These include skills related to managing money\, personal hygiene\, medication management\, taking care of living spaces\, laundry\, cooking\, transportation\, and shopping. \nPlease join us for a three-workshop series for caregivers about supporting life-skills learning for children\, teens and young adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. You will need to come to the workshop with at least one idea for a life-skill that you want your loved one to work on. \nWe will cover: \n· The process of teaching and reinforcing life-skills \n· The self-advocate’s perspective on the challenges in developing these skills \nZoom Registration Link: Click here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/life-skills-workshop-series-session-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
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
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
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:20240716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
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:20240716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T133000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T130000
DTSTAMP:20260423T032320
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
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