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. Zoom Link (see note below): Click Here to Join **Please note that this […]
“Hear Our Voices” Self Advocacy Group Monthly Meeting - This month's topic: Employment Click Here for Flyer and Registration
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. Workshop #3: Guardianship Workshop This workshop is intended for individuals who have already attended our monthly Supported Decision Making, Guardianship, and other Alternatives workshop, and […]
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. Zoom Registration Link: […]
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 […]
This 6- 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 […]
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 […]
Miércoles 6 de Noviembre del 2024 - 9:00 am a 10:15 am Wednesday, November 6, 2024 - 9:00 am to 10:15 am Este taller se impartirá únicamente en español. This workshop will be given in Spanish only. La Toma de decisiones con apoyo es una alternativa a la tutela que, a diferencia de esta última, […]
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 […]
While live music holds the potential to bring great happiness to many individuals, those with sensory challenges may find it too overstimulating. In this inclusive concert, the Especially Everyone Ensemble leads a sensory friendly show featuring upbeat, positive tunes that ensures those with sensitivities can actively participate. Special accommodations including noise-canceling headphones, modified lights, and […]