BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Westchester Institute for Human Development - ECPv6.0.10//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH 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:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250115T202558Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T202558Z UID:19818-1740571200-1740576600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Student Involvement in the 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. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/student-involvement-in-the-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250226T193000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250109T123446Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T123446Z UID:19777-1740592800-1740598200@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. \nZoom Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/diploma-and-credential-options-for-students-with-disabilities-13/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250228T113000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250110T214241Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250110T214241Z UID:19785-1740736800-1740742200@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. \nZoom Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/diploma-and-credential-options-for-students-with-disabilities-14/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250303T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20241216T004349Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T221947Z UID:19719-1741003200-1741032000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Employment and You:  Resources and Strategies for Success DESCRIPTION:Employment and You: Resources and Strategies for Success \nMarch 3 – March 6\, 2025 \nTimes: 12:00pm – 8:00pm \nWe will be hosting two sessions per day: One session at approximately noon and the other session at approximately 6pm. Specific details on the timing will be available soon. \nEmployment for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is currently at 15%\, with many people unemployed or underemployed despite having work skills. Join us for this free\, virtual conference on topics that will outline the key areas that can lead to employment. Experts from across the state and country will be presenting innovative approaches and key resources to achieve successful work. \nLearn about: \n– Resources available \n– Strategies for Success \n– Key organizations that provide assistance \n– Benefits Planning \n– New approaches to employment \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/employment-and-you-resources-and-strategies-for-success/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250204T001747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250204T001747Z UID:19952-1741089600-1741093200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:EI (Early Intervention) to CPSE (Committee on 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-committee-on-preschool-special-education-for-families/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20241216T004806Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T222440Z UID:19721-1741089600-1741118400@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Employment and You: Resources and Strategies for Success DESCRIPTION:Employment and You: Resources and Strategies for Success \nMarch 3 – March 6\, 2025 \nTimes: 12:00pm – 8:00pm \nWe will be hosting two sessions per day: One session at approximately noon and the other session at approximately 6pm. Specific details on the timing will be available soon. \nEmployment for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is currently at 15%\, with many people unemployed or underemployed despite having work skills. Join us for this free\, virtual conference on topics that will outline the key areas that can lead to employment. Experts from across the state and country will be presenting innovative approaches and key resources to achieve successful work. \nLearn about: \n– Resources available \n– Strategies for Success \n– Key organizations that provide assistance \n– Benefits Planning \n– New approaches to employment \n\nClick Here for Flyer and Registration URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/employment-and-you-resources-and-strategies-for-success-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250305T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20241216T005149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T222638Z UID:19723-1741176000-1741204800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Employment and You: Resources and Strategies for Success DESCRIPTION:Employment and You: Resources and Strategies for Success \nMarch 3 – March 6\, 2025 \nTimes: 12:00pm – 8:00pm \nWe will be hosting two sessions per day: One session at approximately noon and the other session at approximately 6pm. Specific details on the timing will be available soon. \nEmployment for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is currently at 15%\, with many people unemployed or underemployed despite having work skills. Join us for this free\, virtual conference on topics that will outline the key areas that can lead to employment. Experts from across the state and country will be presenting innovative approaches and key resources to achieve successful work. \nLearn about: \n– Resources available \n– Strategies for Success \n– Key organizations that provide assistance \n– Benefits Planning \n– New approaches to employment \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/employment-and-you-resources-and-strategies-for-success-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T200000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20241216T012023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250131T222958Z UID:19731-1741262400-1741291200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Employment and You: Resources and Strategies for Success DESCRIPTION:Employment and You: Resources and Strategies for Success \nMarch 3 – March 6\, 2025 \nTimes: 12:00pm – 8:00pm \nWe will be hosting two sessions per day: One session at approximately noon and the other session at approximately 6pm. Specific details on the timing will be available soon. \nEmployment for people with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities is currently at 15%\, with many people unemployed or underemployed despite having work skills. Join us for this free\, virtual conference on topics that will outline the key areas that can lead to employment. Experts from across the state and country will be presenting innovative approaches and key resources to achieve successful work. \nLearn about: \n– Resources available \n– Strategies for Success \n– Key organizations that provide assistance \n– Benefits Planning \n– New approaches to employment \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/employment-and-you-resources-and-strategies-for-success-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250117T175526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T175526Z UID:19836-1741694400-1741698000@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-16/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250224T150700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T150747Z UID:20003-1741716000-1741719600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Relationship Skills Group: Self-Advocates at the Community Support Network DESCRIPTION:Please Join us! Relationships Skills Group is an inter-abled group for young adults with disabilities to learn and practice social skills. \nClick Here for Zoom Registration URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/relationship-skills-group-self-advocates-at-the-community-support-network-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250117T120736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T120736Z UID:19832-1741780800-1741784400@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-16/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250117T120024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250117T120024Z UID:19830-1741867200-1741870800@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-16/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250313T193000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250220T162733Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250220T162733Z UID:19996-1741888800-1741894200@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Testing Accommodations for Students with Disabilities DESCRIPTION: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 student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). \nZoom Registration: Click Here \n  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/testing-accommodations-for-students-with-disabilities-5/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250114T163807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T163807Z UID:19811-1742299200-1742302800@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-13/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250114T170620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T170620Z UID:19813-1742385600-1742389200@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 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-12/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250224T150353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T150353Z UID:20001-1742407200-1742410800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Disability Conversations: “Hear Our Voices” Self Advocacy Group Meeting DESCRIPTION:Please Join Us! Disability Conversations Group has educational talks about living with disabilities in an accessible way. Different topics and speakers are chosen each month. \nClick Here for Zoom Registration URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/disability-conversations-hear-our-voices-self-advocacy-group-meeting-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T190000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250228T185054Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T185054Z UID:20017-1742407200-1742410800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:CPSE to CSE Transition for Parents DESCRIPTION:The transition from preschool to kindergarten can be a time of excitement but it can also be a source of anxiety. Transitions are made easier when families and providers understand the process. This workshop will help participants to understand the transition process\, to be an active member of the transition team\, to understand the difference between services in CPSE and CSE\, and to understand the purpose of an IEP. Parents will come away from this workshop with a better understanding of what to expect as their children move on to kindergarten. \nZoom Link Click Here \nZoom ID: 995 4076 7133 \nZoom Password: 814730 URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/cpse-to-cse-transition-for-parents/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250214T221206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250214T221415Z UID:19991-1742472000-1742477400@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\, especially those with a child in elementary school\, 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 entails including eligibility and the decision-making process\, as well as the effect on post-secondary planning and graduation/exit options. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/new-york-state-alternate-assessment-nysaa-essential-information-for-families-of-students-with-disabilities-10/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250321T191500 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250311T225614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T130952Z UID:20053-1742580000-1742584500@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:PLEASE NOTE - DATE CHANGE! Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Services and Eligibility DESCRIPTION:Please note: This event has been rescheduled for Tuesday\, March 25 at 9:30am.  Click here for further information and registration link.   URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd-services-and-eligibility-14/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T104500 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250318T125910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250318T131204Z UID:20069-1742895000-1742899500@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-16/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T193000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20241104T162951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T125811Z UID:19559-1742925600-1742931000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Future Planning Series: How Do We Pass The Torch? Transition Planning in Preparation for Aging Series Workshop 6 - Staffing: Putting Together a Workforce That Works for Your Loved One DESCRIPTION:This 8- 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 ansition plan\, which will include the systems\, people and processes needed to successfully support their loved one so that they live life to the fullest. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/future-planning-series-how-do-we-pass-the-torch-transition-planning-in-preparation-for-aging-series-workshop-6-wrap-up/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250304T152307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T152307Z UID:20019-1743076800-1743084000@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Positive Solutions for Families (series) DESCRIPTION:Join us for a four-session workshop series for parents\, families\, and caregivers. These sessions will provide strategies to support your children’s social and emotional development and address challenging behaviors in a positive\, effective way. \nWorkshop Details: Four sessions*\, once a month on a Thursday from 12-2pm \nMarch 27 – Making the Connection & Keeping it Positive \nApril 24 – Behavior Has Meaning & the Power of Routine \nMay 22 – Teach Me What to Do & Responding with Purpose \nJune 26 – Putting It All Together with a Plan \n*Attending all four sessions is encouraged but optional. Resources and tools will be provided before each session. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-solutions-for-families-series/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20241210T162047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T162737Z UID:19693-1743411600-1743429600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Special Education 101: Virtual 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. \nClick here to register URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/special-education-101-virtual-training-of-the-parent-member-2/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250306T225236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T225236Z UID:20027-1744113600-1744117200@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-17/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T193000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250307T153048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T153048Z UID:20033-1744135200-1744140600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Student Involvement in the Individualized Education Program (IEP) for Families DESCRIPTION:The purpose of this training is to promote and encourage student and family involvement in the IEP development process and Committee on Special Education (CSE) meetings. Concepts and resources that enhance involvement in student pre-meeting preparation\, during the meeting participation and post-meeting activities\, will be shared. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/student-involvement-in-the-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-4/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250306T225714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T225714Z UID:20029-1744200000-1744203600@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-17/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T140000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250212T202216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T202701Z UID:19988-1744277400-1744293600@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:Free Resource and Transition Fair DESCRIPTION:Free Resource and Transition Fair- SUPPORTS AND INFORMATION FOR NOW AND IN THE FUTURE: \nFor students of all ages with an IEP or 504 Plan\, families\, & professionals. \nClick Here for Flyer URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/free-resource-and-transition-fair-2/ LOCATION:Palisades Center Community Rooms\, 1000 Palisades Center Drive\, West Nyack\, NY\, 10994\, United States CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250306T230059Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250306T230059Z UID:20031-1744286400-1744290000@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-17/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T133000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250221T201149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250221T201149Z UID:19998-1744286400-1744291800@www.wihd.org SUMMARY:What is an Individualized Education Program (IEP) For Families of Preschool Students DESCRIPTION:This training will provide families an overview of the process for developing an IEP at the preschool level. We will review components of the preschool IEP and the information that families can share with the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) regarding their child’s performance and disability related needs. \nZoom Registration: Click Here  URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/what-is-an-individualized-education-program-iep-for-families-of-preschool-students-3/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T130000 DTSTAMP:20260422T185805 CREATED:20250312T002450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250312T002450Z UID:20059-1744718400-1744722000@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-15/ LOCATION:Zoom CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR