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:20240827T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240827T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240725T112053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240725T112053Z UID:19175-1724760000-1724763600@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-7/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240724T153906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T155123Z UID:19169-1724328000-1724331600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:CANCELED!!! Monthly Decision Making Series Workshop #3: Guardianship Workshop DESCRIPTION:CANCELED:  We apologize that this event has been canceled.  We will be posting a new date on our calendar.   \nJoin 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. URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/monthly-decision-making-series-workshop-3-guardianship-workshop-9/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240822T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240722T111103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T111103Z UID:19156-1724328000-1724331600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Transition Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten (CPSE to 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). \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/transition-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten-cpse-to-cse-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T131500 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240731T154056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T154056Z UID:19183-1724241600-1724246100@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Family Forum: 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/family-forum-supplemental-security-income-ssi-basics-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240724T153449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T153449Z UID:19167-1724241600-1724245200@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-9/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240724T152657Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T152657Z UID:19164-1724155200-1724158800@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-9/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240820T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240722T112151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240722T112151Z UID:19161-1724155200-1724158800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn: Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Families DESCRIPTION:Vocabulary is key to reading comprehension\, and even emerging readers must have exposure to a lot of different words. Please join us for a brief learning session on how you can help build your children’s vocabularies. During our time together\, we will share some of the theories around how we learn\, and give quick and easy activities you can do with your children that will help develop their word knowledge. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/lunch-and-learn-explicit-vocabulary-instruction-for-families/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240813T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240717T173711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T173929Z UID:19146-1723550400-1723555800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Family Guide to Transition Planning: Preparing Students with Disabilities for Life After High School 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 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-preparing-students-with-disabilities-for-life-after-high-school-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240808T220000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240807T193321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240807T193437Z UID:19206-1723136400-1723154400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Captain Lawrence Community Pints DESCRIPTION:Back by popular demand! Hang out with us on Thursday Aug 8th at Captain Lawrence and support our mission to improve the lives of people with disabilities and vulnerable children. A minimum $10 donation to WIHD gets you happy hour pricing on all beer\, wine\, and cocktail from 5 pm to 10 pm. You’ll receive a free WIHD beer glass with a $50 donation. Hope to see you there… Reserve ahead at www.wihd.org/pints or just show up! #communitypints URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/captain-lawrence-community-pints/ LOCATION:Captain Lawrence Brewery\, 444 Saw Mill River Road\, Elmsford\, NY\, 10523 CATEGORIES:WIHD ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wihd.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/451842981_880662960758361_1893968346706164713_n-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240725T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240627T193808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240627T193808Z UID:19106-1721908800-1721914200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Testing Accommodations for Students with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:School may be over but some students will be taking Regents examinations in August. This training will help participants understand the appropriate use of test accommodations for students with disabilities. It will provide information related to the decision-making process\, the types of test accommodations that are available\, and how they are documented on the Individualized Education Program (IEP).\n \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here \n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/testing-accommodations-for-students-with-disabilities-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240710T155142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T155502Z UID:19138-1721822400-1721826000@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-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240724T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20231006T144651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231006T144651Z UID:17961-1721811600-1721829600@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-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240723T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240710T171753Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T171822Z UID:19140-1721736000-1721739600@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 \n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd-services-and-eligibility-6/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240718T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240708T012612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240708T012712Z UID:19127-1721304000-1721307600@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-8/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240706T001733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T001733Z UID:19125-1721217600-1721221200@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-8/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240704T130229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T154438Z UID:19120-1721131200-1721136600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:What Is an Individualized Education Program (IEP)? For Families of School-Age Students DESCRIPTION: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. 12- 1pm\, with additional time for Q and A. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/what-is-an-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-of-school-age-students-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240716T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240705T234154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240705T234154Z UID:19123-1721131200-1721134800@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-8/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240627T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240603T222627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T222627Z UID:19061-1719489600-1719493200@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-7/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240626T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240603T221925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T221925Z UID:19059-1719403200-1719406800@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-7/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240430T145818Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240621T225018Z UID:18652-1719340200-1719345600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Life-Skills Workshop Series Session #3 DESCRIPTION:Workshop 3 will be in a moderated panel format. We are thrilled to have Paul Evangelista and Dan Zarro\, together with their moms Eleanor Evangelista and Tricia Zarro with us to share their life-skills journey.  Paul and Dan are both young adults with autism. \nLife-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 \nZoom Registration Link: Click here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/life-skills-workshop-series-session-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240603T220700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T220700Z UID:19057-1719316800-1719320400@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-7/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240620T193000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240424T111131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T112129Z UID:18622-1718906400-1718911800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Supporting Your Child in Work Based Learning Experiences DESCRIPTION:The purpose of Supporting Your Child in Work-Based Learning (WBL) Experiences is to provide families and guardians with the foundational knowledge of what high-quality WBL looks like in New York State (NYS) including but not limited to: exploring registered and unregistered program options available to students with disabilities\, reviewing the career development process and the NYS framework for WBL\, determining who the essential partners are in order to ensure students are receiving an individualized and collaborative experience\, and identifying activities and strategies to increase career awareness and development in the home and community. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supporting-your-child-in-work-based-learning-experiences/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240619T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240603T163527Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T163745Z UID:19051-1718820000-1718823600@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-5/ 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:20240618T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240618T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240426T194607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T164227Z UID:18642-1718712000-1718717400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Family Forum: Post School Planning for Young Adults Going to College DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on how things will be different from high school for young adults with disabilities who plan to pursue a college degree. Participants can ask any questions they may have\, including the process for accessing accommodations\, the disability documentation needed\, possible types of college-related services available through Adult Career and Continuing Education Services-Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR)\, as well as things to consider when selecting or visiting 2 & 4 year colleges and universities. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-forum-post-school-planning-for-young-adults-going-to-college-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240613T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240522T003459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T141237Z UID:19030-1718280000-1718283600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Explicit Vocabulary Instruction for Families 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-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240603T172105Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240603T172105Z UID:19055-1718128800-1718132400@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-6/ 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:20240611T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240611T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240424T233836Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240424T233836Z UID:18630-1718107200-1718112600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Post School Planning for Young Adults Not Going to College DESCRIPTION:Join us for a discussion on program options and considerations for young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Participants can ask any questions they may have including the eligibility process for services through the Office for People With Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) and other state service systems\, the types of programs and support services available\, as well as things to consider when selecting or visiting adult community-based programs. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/post-school-planning-for-young-adults-not-going-to-college/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240607T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240516T125924Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240516T125924Z UID:18680-1717761600-1717765200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Taller #1: Toma de decisiones con apoyo (SDM)\, tutela y otras alternativas/Workshop #1: Supported Decision Making (SDM)\, Guardianship\, and Other Alternatives DESCRIPTION:Fecha y hora: viernes 7 de junio 12-1pmh \nThursday\, June 7\, 2024 – 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm \nEste taller se impartirá únicamente en español. \nThis workshop will be given in Spanish only. \nMuchos padres y cuidadores tienen preguntas sobre cuál es la mejor manera de apoyar a su ser querido con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo a tomar decisiones cuando sea adulto. ¿Cuáles son las preocupaciones en torno a la tutela? ¿Qué pasa con la toma de decisiones apoyada? ¿Cómo desempeñan un papel las directivas anticipadas\, como los poderes para atención médica y los poderes duraderos? Este taller proporcionará a los cuidadores la información para afrontar estos problemas. \nMany parents and caregivers have questions about how best to support their loved one with intellectual and developmental disabilities 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 powers of attorney and durable powers of attorney\, play a role? This workshop will provide caregivers with the information to navigate these issues. \nEnlace de Zoom para la registracion: Haga clic aquí \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/taller-1-toma-de-decisiones-con-apoyo-sdm-tutela-y-otras-alternativas-workshop-1-supported-decision-making-sdm-guardianship-and-other-alternatives/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240523T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240411T113244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240411T113244Z UID:18605-1716489000-1716494400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Life-Skills Workshop Series Session #2 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 \nZoom Registration Link: Click here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/life-skills-workshop-series-session-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240521T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T190627 CREATED:20240409T180301Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T180411Z UID:18596-1716294600-1716298200@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-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR