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:20240506T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240506T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240229T010906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T010906Z UID:18452-1714125600-1714129200@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 Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supplemental-security-income-ssi-basics-8/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20231006T143937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T143937Z UID:17958-1713949200-1713967200@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-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T200000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240409T172708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T133840Z UID:18594-1713897000-1713902400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Life-Skills Workshop Series 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 \nWorkshop #2 is scheduled for May 23. Workshop #3 is scheduled for June 25. Please check back on the WIHD calendar of events for details. \nZoom Registration Link: Click here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/life-skills-workshop-series/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240319T165804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T165804Z UID:18537-1713441600-1713445200@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-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240306T203013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T201626Z UID:18498-1713366000-1713380400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Free Resource and Transition Fair DESCRIPTION:SUPPORTS AND INFORMATION FOR NOW AND IN THE FUTURE:\nFor students of all ages with an IEP or 504 Plan\, families\, & professional.\nGroups are welcome!! \nClick Here:  Transition Fair Flier 2024 URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/rockland-transition-consortium-rockland-boces/ LOCATION:Palisades Center Community Rooms\, 1000 Palisades Center Drive\, West Nyack\, NY\, 10994\, United States CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240319T164248Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T164248Z UID:18535-1713355200-1713358800@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-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240319T163730Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240319T163730Z UID:18533-1713268800-1713272400@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-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T133000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240221T194826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T195444Z UID:18417-1712836800-1712842200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Agency 101 - Connecting Individuals with Disabilities to Adult Agencies DESCRIPTION:Identifying the agencies who will be working with students and their families post-high school is a critical component of transition planning. Join us as we explore self-determination and its impact on postsecondary success. We will discuss adult service agencies and the different types of programs they provide. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/agency-101-connecting-individuals-with-disabilities-to-adult-agencies-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T133000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240324T205602Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T212054Z UID:18540-1712750400-1712755800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Special Education Task Force LUNCH & LEARN Series: SPECIAL EDUCATION QUALITY ASSURANCE: How SEQA Supports Districts and Families\, from Technical Assistance to State Complaints DESCRIPTION:The ABCs of SEQA and how Regional Associates can help you\n • The benefits of special-education mediation\n • What to know about the State Complaint process and how it works from start to finish\n • Additional resources for preschool and school-age special education\n\n  \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration \n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/special-education-task-force-lunch-learn-series/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240403T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240315T155830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240315T155830Z UID:18525-1712167200-1712170800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Parent University Presents: CPSE (the Committee on Preschool Special Education) to CSE (the Committee on Special Education) for Parents 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/parent-university-presents-cpse-the-committee-on-preschool-special-education-to-cse-the-committee-on-special-education-for-parents/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240319T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240226T233435Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T233435Z UID:18430-1710849600-1710853200@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-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240315T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240105T002356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240105T002356Z UID:18247-1710496800-1710502200@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-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240205T175425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T175425Z UID:18382-1710439200-1710444600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:What Is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)? For Families of School-Age Students DESCRIPTION:The purpose of “What is an IEP? For Families of School-Age Students” is to 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-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240314T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240305T155209Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240305T155604Z UID:18491-1710417600-1710421200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Topic 17a Taller de lengua española sobre tutela/17A Guardianship (Spanish language workshop) DESCRIPTION:Fecha y hora: 14 de marzo de 2024 12-1pmh \nEste taller se impartirá únicamente en español. \nThis workshop will be given in Spanish only. \nEste taller sobre tutela 17A está dirigido a cuidadores que ya asistieron a nuestro taller sobre toma de decisiones con apoyo del 6 de marzo. 17Una tutela es la forma de tutela otorgada a los cuidadores de personas con discapacidades intelectuales o del desarrollo. Dado que la tutela se considera la forma más restrictiva de apoyo a las decisiones\, se recomienda que considere la toma de decisiones con apoyo antes de comenzar el proceso de tutela. Para nuestro taller de tutela del 14 de marzo revisaremos los requisitos para la tutela y el proceso de elaboración de una petición de tutela. \nThis workshop on 17A guardianship is intended for caregivers who have already attended our March 6 Supported Decision-Making workshop. 17A guardianship is the form of guardianship granted to caregivers of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Since guardianship is considered the most restrictive form of decision support\, it is recommended that you consider Supported Decision Making before starting the guardianship process. For our March 14 guardianship workshop we will review the requirements for guardianship and the process of putting together a guardianship petition. \nEnlace de Zoom para la registracion: Haga clic aquí \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/topic-17a-taller-de-lengua-espanola-sobre-tutela-17a-guardianship-spanish-language-workshop/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240312T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240117T145935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240117T150752Z UID:18291-1710237600-1710241200@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-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240307T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240214T000545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240214T000545Z UID:18396-1709834400-1709839800@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-10/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240306T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240221T003226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T003331Z UID:18412-1709726400-1709730000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Toma de decisiones con apoyo: una alternativa a la tutela / Supported Decision Making: An Alternative to Guardianship DESCRIPTION:Míercoles 6 de Marzo de 2024 – 12:00 pm a 1:00 pm \nWednesday\, March 6\, 2024 – 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm \nEste taller se impartirá únicamente en español. \nThis workshop will be given in Spanish only. \nLa Toma de decisiones con apoyo es una alternativa a la tutela que\, a diferencia de esta última\, le permite a un individuo con una discapacidad intelectual o del desarrollo (DI/D) preservar su derecho a tomar decisiones por sí mismo mientras recibe apoyo de personas que ha elegido. Acompáñenos a nuestra presentación con Stephanie Avendaño. Stephanie es una mentora con SDMNY\, la organización que redacta y gestiona los acuerdos de toma de decisiones con apoyo en el estado de Nueva York. \nSupported Decision-Making is an alternative to guardianship which\, unlike guardianship\, allows an individual with an intellectual or developmental disability (I/DD) to retain their legal decision-making rights while being supported in decision-making by the people they choose. Join us for a presentation by Stephanie Avendaño. Stephanie is a mentor with SDMNY\, the organization that drafts and oversees supported decision-making agreements in New York State. \nEnlace de Zoom para la registracion: Haga clic aquí \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/toma-de-decisiones-con-apoyo-una-alternativa-a-la-tutela-supported-decision-making-an-alternative-to-guardianship/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240305T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240108T181638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T181727Z UID:18252-1709640000-1709643600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Family Forum: Preparing for Your Child's Annual Review / Cómo Prepararse Para la Revisión Anual de Su Hijo DESCRIPTION:This training will be available in English and Spanish simultaneously. Este entrenamiento estará disponible en inglés y español simultáneamente. \nParents are integral partners in the special education process. Join this conversation as we explore how parents can effectively prepare for the annual review and be an effective member of the CSE. Learn about planning strategies\, approaching differences of opinion\, and keeping the focus on your child. Presented by: Community Support Network \nLos padres son socios integrales en el proceso de educación especial. Únase a esta conversación mientras exploramos cómo los padres pueden prepararse eficazmente para la revisión anual y ser un miembro eficaz del CSE. Aprenda a planificar estrategias\, abordar las diferencias de opinión y mantener la atención en su hijo. Presentado por: Red de Apoyo Comunitario \nZoom Link: Click Here \nEnlace de Zoom para la registracion: Haga clic aquí URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-forum-preparing-for-your-childs-annual-review-como-prepararse-para-la-revision-anual-de-su-hijo/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T193000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240122T010542Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240213T170531Z UID:18315-1709229600-1709235000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Future Planning Series: How Do We Pass The Torch? Transition Planning in Preparation for Aging Series Workshop 5 - Recap and Shareout DESCRIPTION:This 5- 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. The process of transferring knowledge to new caregivers and circle of supporters will be an important aspect of the planning process. \nWorkshop 5: Recap and Shareout \nOur workshops in this series covered the following topics: future planning overview\, financial planning\, legal planning\, and housing. In our final workshop of the series\, we will summarize the learnings of the four 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-5-recap-and-shareout/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240227T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240212T233456Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240212T234229Z UID:18389-1709035200-1709038800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Families (EVI) 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-evi-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240221T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240103T155517Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T155958Z UID:18229-1708538400-1708542000@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-4/ 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:20240216T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240216T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240202T000711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240202T000711Z UID:18375-1708084800-1708088400@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-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240125T232945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T233209Z UID:18353-1707998400-1708002000@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-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T190000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240103T160500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240103T161812Z UID:18233-1707847200-1707850800@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-4/ 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:20240213T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240125T214141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T215054Z UID:18351-1707825600-1707829200@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-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240213T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20231206T213400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T214512Z UID:18191-1707818400-1707822000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:CPSE (the Committee on Preschool Special Education) to CSE (the Committee on Special Education) for Parents 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/cpse-the-committee-on-preschool-special-education-to-cse-the-committee-on-special-education-for-parents/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240209T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20231213T165716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T165854Z UID:18199-1707472800-1707478200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Family Guide to Transition Planning 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 their 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/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240207T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T051821 CREATED:20240125T175311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240125T175731Z UID:18342-1707332400-1707337800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Transition to College for Students with an IEP or 504 Plan DESCRIPTION:Click Here for Flyer and Registration:  2-7-24 Transition to College Flyer \n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-to-college-for-students-with-an-iep-or-504-plan/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR