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SUMMARY:Parent University Presents: CPSE (the Committee on Preschool Special Education) to CSE (the Committee on Special Education) for Parents
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/parent-university-presents-cpse-the-committee-on-preschool-special-education-to-cse-the-committee-on-special-education-for-parents/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240410T120000
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SUMMARY:Special Education Task Force LUNCH & LEARN Series:  SPECIAL EDUCATION QUALITY ASSURANCE: How SEQA Supports Districts and Families\, from Technical Assistance to State Complaints
DESCRIPTION:The ABCs of SEQA and how Regional Associates can help you\n • The benefits of special-education mediation\n • What to know about the State Complaint process and how it works from start to finish\n • Additional resources for preschool and school-age special education\n\n  \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration \n 
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/special-education-task-force-lunch-learn-series/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240411T120000
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SUMMARY:Agency 101 - Connecting Individuals with Disabilities to Adult Agencies
DESCRIPTION:Identifying the agencies who will be working with students and their families post-high school is a critical component of transition planning. Join us as we explore self-determination and its impact on postsecondary success. We will discuss adult service agencies and the different types of programs they provide. \nZoom Registration Link: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/agency-101-connecting-individuals-with-disabilities-to-adult-agencies-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T234538
CREATED:20240319T163730Z
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UID:18533-1713268800-1713272400@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-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T234538
CREATED:20240319T164248Z
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UID:18535-1713355200-1713358800@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-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240417T190000
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SUMMARY:Free Resource and Transition Fair
DESCRIPTION:SUPPORTS AND INFORMATION FOR NOW AND IN THE FUTURE:\nFor students of all ages with an IEP or 504 Plan\, families\, & professional.\nGroups are welcome!! \nClick Here:  Transition Fair Flier 2024
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/rockland-transition-consortium-rockland-boces/
LOCATION:Palisades Center Community Rooms\, 1000 Palisades Center Drive\, West Nyack\, NY\, 10994\, United States
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T130000
DTSTAMP:20260422T234538
CREATED:20240319T165804Z
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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-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240423T200000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T133840Z
UID:18594-1713897000-1713902400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Life-Skills Workshop Series
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 \nWorkshop #2 is scheduled for May 23. Workshop #3 is scheduled for June 25. Please check back on the WIHD calendar of events for details. \nZoom Registration Link: Click here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/life-skills-workshop-series/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240424T140000
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UID:17958-1713949200-1713967200@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-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240426T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T234538
CREATED:20240229T010906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T010906Z
UID:18452-1714125600-1714129200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY: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/supplemental-security-income-ssi-basics-8/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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