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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
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SUMMARY:Positive Solutions for Families
DESCRIPTION:Positive Solutions for Families \nPositive Solutions for Families is a seven-session\, monthly workshop series that will give parents and family caregivers positive and effective strategies to promote children’s social and emotional development and address the challenging behavior of children ages 2-5 years old.  \nSeven sessions\, Third Friday of the Month\, from 10-12. 9/16\, 10/21\, 11/18\, 12/16\, 1/20\, 2/17\, 3/17 \nZoom Registration here \nMid-Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, Mid-Hudson Regional Partnership Center (MHRPC)\, and NYSED OSE Partnership
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-solutions-for-families-5/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230120T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221123T143750Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T184420Z
UID:16178-1674208800-1674214200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA): Essential Information for Families of Students with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:This training is to educate families on the New York State Alternate Assessment (NYSAA) which is part of the NYS testing program that measures attainment of the State’s learning standards for students with the most severe disabilities in grades 3-8 and high school. Participants will learn about all State assessment options\, what the NYSAA test entails\, the eligibility and decision-making process\, graduation/student exit options and how it will affect a student’s post-secondary planning. \nClick Here for Zoom Registration Link \n Hudson Valley School-Age FACE Center and NYSED OSE Partnership
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-students-with-disabilities-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230117T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221020T154147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T142217Z
UID:16007-1673946000-1673964000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Parent Member Training
DESCRIPTION:Four-hour parent member certification for parents/families with children with IEPs \nNote: this is a four-hour training with an hour break: 9 am to 11 am and 12pm to 2 pm. You must attend both sessions to be certified as a Parent Member. \nThis workshop (through Zoom) will provide an overview and best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process to educate parents and Parent Members. It will also assist them to develop techniques and strategies to become effective members of the IEP team in their respective roles. This training is open to anyone interested in learning about the special education process\, or even as a refresher course on CPSE/CSE! 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. \nZoom registration link: Click here    \nHudson Valley School-Age FACE Center\, Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center (LHRPC)\, NYS OSE Partnership
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parent-member-training-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230111T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221208T152304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T184457Z
UID:16249-1673442000-1673445600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Transitioning from Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to CSE) for Families/Planificación de la transición de la educación especial preescolar al jardín de infantes (CPSE a 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). \n*Please specify if you prefer Spanish-language materials and Spanish translation for the session.  \n\nPresented by the Lower Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\n  \nZoom Registration Link:  Click Here \n_____________________________ \n\nPlanificación de la transición de la educación especial preescolar al jardín de infantes (CPSE a CSE)\n\nMiércoles\, 11 de enero de 2023\, 1pm-2pm \nEste taller apoyará a los padres mientras se preparan para la transición de su hijo de la educación especial preescolar al kindergarten. Los temas cubiertos incluyen: Entender las diferencias entre el Comité para la Educación Especial Preescolar (CPSE) y el Comité para la Educación Especial (CSE)\, entender el proceso de transición de CPSE a CSE\, aprender cómo ser un miembro activo del equipo de transición\, entender el propósito de un Programa de Educación Individualizado (IEP). Este taller se llevará a cabo a través de ZOOM. *Por favor\, especifique si prefiere materiales en español y traducción al español para la sesión.* \nPresentado por el Centro FACE de la Primera Infancia de Lower Hudson \nEnlace de registro de Zoom: Haga clic aquí \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transitioning-from-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten-cpse-to-cse-for-families/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221223T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221223T151500
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221014T151946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T151946Z
UID:15986-1671805800-1671808500@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:AT Webinar: Overview of FM Systems
DESCRIPTION:Use of FM systems for auditory processing disorders to improve educational outcomes \nSpeaker: Amanda Sciola\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP \nZoom Meeting ID: 932 1723 0882
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/at-webinar-overview-of-fm-systems/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220928T181147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221213T153514Z
UID:15915-1671184800-1671192000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Positive Solutions for Families
DESCRIPTION:Positive Solutions for Families \nPositive Solutions for Families is a seven-session\, monthly workshop series that will give parents and family caregivers positive and effective strategies to promote children’s social and emotional development and address the challenging behavior of children ages 2-5 years old.  \nSeven sessions\, Third Friday of the Month\, from 10-12. 9/16\, 10/21\, 11/18\, 12/16\, 1/20\, 2/17\, 3/17 \nZoom Registration here \nMid-Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, Mid-Hudson Regional Partnership Center (MHRPC)\, NYSED OSE Partnership
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-solutions-for-families-4/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221129T145324Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221129T153411Z
UID:16186-1670936400-1670940000@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 \n  \n  \n  \nMid-Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center and Lower Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/ei-early-intervention-to-cpse-preschool-special-education-for-families/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221209T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221122T144811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T154923Z
UID:16161-1670580000-1670585400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Student-Directed 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. \nClick here Zoom for registration link  \nHudson Valley School-Age FACE Center and NYS OSE Partnership \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/student-directed-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221205T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221205T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220810T205303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T154416Z
UID:15717-1670234400-1670241600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:How Parents and Families Can Effectively Engage in Work-based Learning Experiences (WBLEs)
DESCRIPTION:Many schools are seeking to implement or improve Work Based Learning (WBL) programs and experiences to meet the requirements of the Career Development and Occupational Studies (CDOS) Commencement Credential and improve positive post-school employment outcomes. This session will assist families in understanding what WBL is and the benefits it can have on students with disabilities. Activities and practical strategies will be identified to increase career development and awareness in the home and community. \nRegister here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYudu6oqz4oGddISTtlWTQjJpgbJUGckVea \nHudson Valley School-Age FACE Center and NYSED OSE Partnership
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/how-parents-and-families-can-effectively-engage-in-work-based-learning-experiences-wbles/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221201T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220923T200443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T154234Z
UID:15889-1669921200-1669926600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:FAMILY FORUM: Talking to your Children About their Disability
DESCRIPTION:Promoting Self Awareness and Self Determination \nHow do I talk to my child about their disability? This presentation will allow participants to discuss freely the issues surrounding a discussion with your child about their disability or learning differences\, with a positive eye toward self-awareness and self-determination. The workshop will explore tools to support students in expressing themselves as a member of their CSE\, so as to develop a quality IEP that respects and accommodates unique individual needs. \nZoom Registration Link \nHudson Valley School-Age FACE Center\, Mid-Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-forum-talking-to-your-child-about-their-disability/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T151500
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221014T151745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T151745Z
UID:15982-1668781800-1668784500@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:AT Webinar: Voice Amplifiers Across the Lifespan
DESCRIPTION:Overview of using voice amplifiers to support individuals with low volume across the lifespan for success in employment and college. When to utilize an amplifier\, positioning and cost impacts. \nSpeaker: Kimberly Neal\, M.S.\, CCC-SLP \nZoom Meeting ID: 932 1723 0882
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/at-webinar-voice-amplifiers-across-the-lifespan/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220928T180946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T181050Z
UID:15913-1668765600-1668772800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Positive Solutions for Families
DESCRIPTION:Positive Solutions for Families \nPositive Solutions for Families is a seven-session\, monthly workshop series that will give parents and family caregivers positive and effective strategies to promote children’s social and emotional development and address the challenging behavior of children ages 2-5 years old.  \nSeven sessions\, Third Friday of the Month\, from 10-12. 9/16\, 10/21\, 11/18\, 12/16\, 1/20\, 2/17\, 3/17 \nZoom Registration here \nMid-Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, Mid-Hudson Regional Partnership Center (MHRPC)
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-solutions-for-families-3/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221114T140812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221114T141531Z
UID:16122-1668765600-1668769200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Specially Designed Instruction for Families
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will help participants develop an understanding of Specially Designed Instruction in order to increase knowledge of parents and other family members as engaged meaningful partners in the special education process and the education of their child. \nClick here to register \n  \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/specially-designed-instruction-for-families-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T193000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221031T123850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221116T205739Z
UID:16047-1668623400-1668627000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Why and When Parent Consent is Needed for Special Education Services
DESCRIPTION:This virtual presentation will provide participants with guidance on the requirements of obtaining parental consent in order to carry out procedures related to the special education process and the provision of services. \nMembers of the Mid-Hudson Special Education Task Force will answer general questions and provide suggestions that support productive conversations between families and school personnel to improve outcomes for students with disabilities.\n \nClosed Caption\, ASL interpretation available upon request. \nNeed any accommodations? Contact Nancy.Nowak@drny.org or 516.238.1261 \nSee flyer here: Why and When Parent Consent is Needed – for Special Education Services
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/why-and-when-parent-consent-is-needed-for-special-education-services/
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221023T162003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221023T162003Z
UID:16029-1668621600-1668625200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices - Self Advocate Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Topic: TBA \n  \nZoom Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rdumvrjouEtN-vTId7FI4BX11GVITqtyF
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-self-advocate-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221108T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221108T133000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220810T204529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221023T162152Z
UID:15715-1667908800-1667914200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Student-Directed 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. \nRegister here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIodO2hqD8iHNZ3KNjSfdI0uVnR_pVXG8_e \nHudson Valley School-Age FACE Center
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/student-directed-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221107T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221107T130000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221026T150638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221026T150638Z
UID:16043-1667822400-1667826000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Specially Designed Instruction: A Guide for Families and Caregivers about Special Education
DESCRIPTION:Participants will: \n• understand the concepts of SDI. \n• understand that there is both federal and state regulation around SDI. \n• examine what SDI 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. \nhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIof–hrT8jGdF4c5WRegp4HDRygw-Bf2VO \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/specially-designed-instruction-a-guide-for-families-and-caregivers-about-special-education/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221101T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221011T175230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221011T180128Z
UID:15963-1667325600-1667332800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:My Disability Roadmap: In-Person Screening and Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Please join filmmakers Dan Habib and Samuel Habib of WIHD for a screening and discussion of My Disability Roadmap on Tuesday\, November 1 at 6PM at JCC in Manhattan! Hosted by Reel Abilities\, WIHD  and NY Times Op-Docs\, the event will feature a Q&A moderated by Emily Ladau with Co-Directors Samuel and Dan\, Executive Producer Jim LeBrecht\, and film participants Maysoon Zayid and Keith Jones. ASL Interpretation and CART Captioning provided. Get your tickets at https://bit.ly/MDRM_Nov1
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/my-disability-roadmap-in-person-screening-and-discussion/
LOCATION:Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan\, 334 Amsterdam Ave\, New York\, NY
CATEGORIES:WIHD
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T151500
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221014T151459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T152545Z
UID:15980-1666967400-1666970100@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:AT Webinar: The Tobii Dynavox I-Series for Individuals with Progressive Neurological Disorders
DESCRIPTION:Overview Functional used of AT\, demonstrating the i13/i16 series setting up text\, email and computer controls. \nSpeaker: Katie Cohen\, MA\, CCC-SLP \nZoom Meeting ID: 932 1723 0882
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/at-webinar-the-tobii-dynavox-i-series-for-individuals-with-progressive-neurological-disorders/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:WIHD
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wihd.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/AT-Webinars.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221028T113000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221017T180639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221023T163153Z
UID:15994-1666951200-1666956600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Understanding the IEP for Families
DESCRIPTION:This training will offer families an 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. \nHudson Valley School-Age FACE Center \nZoom registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rc-Gsrz0oH9R7ts82IA_gcQpn7zodWP2_
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/understanding-the-iep-for-families-3/
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221026T200000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221017T174518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221023T163316Z
UID:15992-1666810800-1666814400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Parents as Partners: Effective Communication within Special Education
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will offer parents a review of basic communication skills that can be useful during meetings and other discussions about their child’s education program. Building confidence in the ability to communicate clearly and effectively will assist parents in becoming meaningful partners within the special education process. \nSee flyer here:   Parents as Partners 20221026 \nPresented by the Community Support Network in collaboration with the Harrison Central School District \nJoin Zoom Meeting.  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84857830988
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/parents-as-partners-effective-communication-within-special-education-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T203000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221006T201405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221007T132905Z
UID:15951-1666724400-1666729800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Families Advocating for Students
DESCRIPTION:Families Advocating for Students \nHosted by the Community Support Network in Collaboration with Union Baptist Church \nPlease join us for this workshop as we consider how best to advocate for our children in school\, by exploring the following: \nHow to help your child adjust to in person school\nRecognizing and responding to your child’s needs\nNavigating IEPs\, 504s and building supports \nSee flyer here: Families Advocating for Children \nZOOM Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIsdu6uqjkoH9QZ_09pB4vixYkPKqtAprrv
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/families-advocating-for-students/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220928T180650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T180833Z
UID:15911-1666346400-1666353600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Positive Solutions for Families
DESCRIPTION:Positive Solutions for Families \nPositive Solutions for Families is a seven-session\, monthly workshop series that will give parents and family caregivers positive and effective strategies to promote children’s social and emotional development and address the challenging behavior of children ages 2-5 years old.  \nSeven sessions\, Third Friday of the Month\, from 10-12. 9/16\, 10/21\, 11/18\, 12/16\, 1/20\, 2/17\, 3/17 \nZoom Registration here \nMid-Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, Mid-Hudson Regional Partnership Center (MHRPC)
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-solutions-for-families-2/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20221006T205452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T135839Z
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SUMMARY:Hear Our Voices- Self Advocates Meeting -  Panel on Employment
DESCRIPTION:Are you job hunting? \n\nTopic: Panel on Employment.\nThe speakers are Marissa Borzykowski from Spectrum Design and Valerie Jensen from Prospector Theatre to discuss employment.\nMarissa Borzykowski is a dynamic Nonprofit Manager with 10+ years overseeing and leading person-centered programming\, operations\, administration and social services. Marissa has a BA in psychology from Clark University and a Master’s in Social Work from Columbia University. She began her career as a Mental Health Clinician at the Institute for Family’s Health East Harlem site\, where she obtained her SIFI (Seminar in Field Instruction) from Columbia University and was promoted to Associate Regional Director of Psychosocial Services. \nValerie Jensen is a social entrepreneur\, dedicated to improving the quality of life for people with disabilities. Her award-winning work as an executive\, filmmaker\, author\, speaker\, and advocate is fueled by her belief in the power of sparkle. \n \nZoom Registration Link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rdumvrjouEtN-vTId7FI4BX11GVITqtyF
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-self-advocates-meeting-panel-on-employment/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221019T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220923T195656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T180133Z
UID:15881-1666202400-1666206000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Account Basics
DESCRIPTION:ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Account Basics \nWould you like to learn more about Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts? Come to this workshop where information about Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE)\, a new financial savings tool for individuals with disabilities will be shared. 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: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIlcuyqqzkvGtEWA6sxP-VDxtB_nbT3UEWl
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/able-achieving-a-better-life-experience-account-basics-2/
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221018T150000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220810T205921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T205921Z
UID:15719-1666101600-1666105200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:FBA/BIP (Functional Behavior Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan) for Families//Evaluación Funcional de la Conducta (FBA) y Plan de Intervención Conductual (BIP) para Familias
DESCRIPTION:This learning opportunity for families will provide an overview of Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) and Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP) for students needing intensive behavioral interventions and supports and describes the role of parents\, families\, guardians\, and caregivers in supporting students throughout this process. \n  \n/Esta oportunidad de aprendizaje para las familias proporcionará una visión general de las Evaluaciones Funcionales del Comportamiento (FBA) y los Planes de Intervención del Comportamiento (BIP) para los estudiantes que necesitan intervenciones y apoyos intensivos del comportamiento y describe el papel de los padres\, las familias\, los tutores y los guardianes en el apoyo a los estudiantes a través de este proceso. \nRegister Here/Ingrese Aquí para Registrarse: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJIpdOirrDMsG9xnVqPS7kwnPizRDE5XDSgf \n  \n  \nHudson Valley School-Age FACE Center\, Lower Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center (LHRPC)
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/fba-bip-functional-behavior-assessment-and-behavior-intervention-plan-for-families-evaluacion-funcional-de-la-conducta-fba-y-plan-de-intervencion-conductual-bip-para-familias/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220923T200105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220923T200105Z
UID:15887-1665597600-1665601200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Basics
DESCRIPTION:Are you considering applying for 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. \n  \nZoom Registration Link
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supplemental-security-income-ssi-basics-6/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221012T133000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220810T203129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220810T203520Z
UID:15713-1665576000-1665581400@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. \nRegister here: \nhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEtdO2qrDstHtc0tEjgzwH7SpQNWwX0QAVf \nHudson Valley School-Age FACE Center
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/diploma-and-credential-options-for-students-with-disabilities-5/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221005T190000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220926T183023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220926T201033Z
UID:15893-1664992800-1664996400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:“Hear Our Voices” - Self Advocacy Group Meeting  Meet Annie from Shames JCC!
DESCRIPTION:Come meet Annie Bridson from Shames JCC on the Hudson\, she is going to talk about what programs are at JCC for people with disabilities.  \n  \nAnnie Bridson \n \nDirector of Supportive Services\, Shames JCC on the Hudson \nAnnie has been working within the supportive services field for over 10 years. Throughout that time\, she has worked with many populations\, with a large focus of her work focused on supporting individuals with varying disabilities.. In her position at the JCC\, Annie’s goal is to bring new programs to the JCC that foster a sense of inclusivity\, community\, understanding\, and support \n  \nZoom Registration link: \nhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0rdumvrjouEtN-vTId7FI4BX11GVITqtyF
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/hear-our-voices-self-advocacy-group-meeting-meet-annie-from-shames-jcc/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220930T123000
DTSTAMP:20260425T110748
CREATED:20220909T154310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220929T161217Z
UID:15796-1664537400-1664541000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Families  (EVI)
DESCRIPTION:How to Support Your Child’s Vocabulary Development in the Home (Disponible En Español) \nWill be given in English and Spanish simultaneously in 2 separate breakout rooms. This training focuses on the importance of vocabulary exposure for children in early childhood. We will share ways to increase your child’s language in the home with tips from the Little Talks program out of Lehigh University which includes the following 3 stages: 1) praising child through words and actions\, 2) following the child’s lead\, and 3) engaging the child in vocabulary-rich activities: Slides and additional materials will be shared following attendance at the session. The training with be 1 hour including Q&A time. \nCómo Apoyar el Desarrollo Vocabulario de su Hijo en el Hogar \nSe impartirá en inglés y español simultáneamente en 2 diferentes salas de Zoom. Esta capacitación se centra en la importancia de la exposición al vocabulario para los niños en la primera infancia. Compartiremos formas de aumentar el lenguaje de su hijo en el hogar con consejos del programa Little Talks de la Universidad de Lehigh\, que incluye la siguiente tres etapas: 1) elogiar al niño a través de palabras y acciones\, 2) seguir el ejemplo del niño e 3) involucrar al niño en actividades ricas en vocabulario. Se compartirán diapositivas y materiales adicionales después de la asistencia a la sesión. La capacitación será una hora\, incluyendo el tiempo de preguntas y respuestas. \nZoom Registration Here \n  \nHudson Valley School-Age FACE Center\, Lower Hudson Early Childhood FACE Center\, Lower Hudson Regional Partnership Center (LHRPC)
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/explicit-vocabulary-instruction-for-families-evi/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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