This discussion will introduce families to various options for students with disabilities exiting high school (i.e., college, adult education, vocational training, employment and day programs); and how to approach transition planning with their high school Committee on Special Education (CSE) in to prepare for their post-secondary goals. Event Flyer
Please join us for a Zoom webinar featuring Dr. Peter Faustino, PsyD. Sponsored by the Mid-Hudson Special Education Task Force. Dr. Faustino is a school psychologist at Scarsdale High School and has a private practice with the Developmental Assessment and Intervention Center (DAIC), specializing in adolescent behavior, anxiety disorders and Autism. He is also on […]
Parents and caretakers will be able to explain the importance of vocabulary instruction for their child in the elementary grades. Participants will also be able to describe ways to incorporate explicit instruction and vocabulary instruction in the home. Zoom links and additional materials will be shared following registration. Event Flyer Folleto de Evento
Session Focus: Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Join us for a brief discussion and receive resources to recognize various adult service agencies and the different types of services available in NYS as well as the eligibility, referral and application process for the agency/service system that is listed above. The Office for People With […]
Una serie de seis entrenamientos que proporcionará información a las familias sobre cómo promover las habilidades sociales y emocionales, comprender el comportamiento y utilizar enfoques positivos para ayudar a los niños a aprender el comportamiento apropiado. Los entrenamientos están diseñados para dar a los padres estrategias clave que se puedan usar con niños menores de […]
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. Event Flyer Folleto de Evento
¿Está considerando solicitar SSI para su familiar? Ven a este taller para conocer algunos consejos y trucos para el proceso de solicitud. Cuándo y cómo presentar la solicitud, los requisitos de elegibilidad y la mejor manera de hacer que el proceso sea menos estresante. Folleto De Evento
Note: this is a four hour training. You must attend both sessions to be certified as a Parent Member. (second session April 15, 2021 5:00pm - 7:00 pm) This workshop (through Zoom) will provide an overview and best practices approach to the CPSE/CSE process to educate parents and Parent Members and assist them to develop […]
Talking about sexuality can be very challenging for all parents, even more with your child with a developmental disability. This workshop will help you become more comfortable with topic by providing insights and strategies for communicating with your child and assessing appropriate developmental stages for addressing certain topics. This workshop is for family members of […]
Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from March 9 – May 25th This six series parent training will provide information for families on how to promote children’s social and emotional skills, understand their problem behavior, and use positive approaches to help children learn appropriate behavior. The trainings are designed to give parents key strategies that may be […]