This meeting will highlight one of our amazing self-advocate speakers, Blake Eagel. Blake is a busy and active young person who is living their life to the fullest. Blake is an artist, budding fashion designer and fitness enthusiast. Blake also lives with Autism and has chosen to use their voice to support others seeking independence […]
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.
This presentation, led by SDMNY Site Coordinator Joan Cornachio, will cover what supported decision-making (SDM) is, where it comes from, and how SDM can be an alternative to guardianship that leads to more self-determined, autonomous lives for persons with developmental disabilities. It will include a description of the SDMNY 3-phase facilitation process and how it […]
Looking for ways to get your student engaged in the community and socializing with others in a healthy and positive way? Join us for an evening of information sharing. Representatives and volunteers from local organizations will offer information about available activities, events, and services geared toward school-age and transitioning youth with disabilities. You’ll learn about […]
Join sibling panelists in a candid and compelling conversation, as we explore the many issues that surround the support of a sibling with a disability across the lifespan.
My Safety, My Responsibility, My Plan: Fire Safety Being prepared for an emergency is everyone’s responsibility. We will focus on smoke or fire emergencies Come join our discussion, and explore: What we can do to prevent fires What we should do in case of a fire What is your escape route in case of a […]
Promoting Self-Awareness and Self-Determination How do I talk to my child about his 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 […]
This webinar is designed to introduce educators to concepts of communication and culture that impact the ways educators and educational organizations (EOs) interact with families. Some of the key ideas that will be discussed in the two-part webinar; ● Examine the role of communication in schooling and how culture influences the way we communicate in […]
Come hear our next presenter from our Hear Our Voices Speaker's Network. Jacob Kuligowski is a 22-year-old self-advocate from New Rochelle, NY. Jacob is passionate about working with children and brings his own perspective as a person with a disability into his work. Come listen to Jacob's story and how he discovered his calling in […]
The New York State Education Department (NYSED) has come to understand that the results we seek for all our children can never be fully achieved without incorporating an equity and inclusion lens in every facet of our work (see also NYS-ESSA Plan). Culturally Responsive-Sustaining (CR-S) education is a view of learning and human growth that […]