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SUMMARY:Grupo de familias con hijos en Educacion Especial/Spanish Speaking Special Education Group
DESCRIPTION:Aprenda de los Aprenda de los expertos en Español \nTemas a tratar:\nSalud familiar\, Educacion Especial\, Comunicacion con el personal del colegio\, Comunicacion con medicos\, como conseguir ayuda para sus hijos. \nClick Here for Flyer and Registration
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/grupo-de-familias-con-hijos-en-educacion-especial-spanish-speaking-special-education-group-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251103T190000
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CREATED:20251017T110002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T110812Z
UID:20915-1762192800-1762196400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Readers with Disabilities Book Club
DESCRIPTION:An inclusive book club for adults of ALL READING LEVELS. Read anything you like and join us each month for a fun discussion about all things books and disability literature. \nClick Here for Zoom Registration
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/readers-with-disabilities-book-club-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251104T190000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20250829T153752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T171128Z
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SUMMARY:ABLE (Achieving a Better Life Experience) Accounts Basics
DESCRIPTION:Would you like to learn more about Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE) accounts? \nCome to this workshop to find out how this financial tool can help individuals with disabilities save while receiving benefits. What is an ABLE account\, how it works and the eligibility requirements will be discussed. Potential ABLE participants and their families are invited. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/able-achieving-a-better-life-experience-basics-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20251022T165659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T150251Z
UID:20930-1762365600-1762371000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Developing Life-skills Workshop 1: The Self-Advocates Panel
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\, safety\, laundry\, cooking\, transportation\, and shopping. Please join us for a workshop for caregivers and self-advocates about supporting life-skills learning for children\, teens and young adults with intellectual or developmental disabilities. In the first of our two-workshop series we will cover the self-advocate’s perspective. \nChoose from one of two panels of self-advocates: \n· Students at Inclusive U\, a post-secondary program for individuals with IDD at Syracuse University \n· Young adults with disabilities who are not students who are prioritizing their independence \nZoom Registration: Click here \nSave the date for Tuesday\, Dec. 2nd\, 6:00-7:30 pm for Workshop 2: Developing Life-skills: An Approach for Learning and Mastery
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/developing-life-skills-workshop-1-the-self-advocates-panel/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20251007T003253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T195453Z
UID:20858-1762430400-1762435800@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Family Guide to Transition Planning: Preparing Students with Disabilities for Life after High School
DESCRIPTION:This training will 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 their school districts\, students with disabilities experience improved post-school outcomes in the areas of employment\, postsecondary education\, and independent living. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/family-guide-to-transition-planning-preparing-students-with-disabilities-for-life-after-high-school-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251111T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20251102T161406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T161406Z
UID:20952-1762862400-1762866000@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: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/office-for-people-with-developmental-disabilities-opwdd-services-and-eligibility-23/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20251102T170525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251102T170525Z
UID:20954-1762948800-1762952400@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Self-Direction: An Overview
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: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/self-direction-an-overview-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20250923T204320Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250923T204320Z
UID:20808-1762970400-1762975800@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). It includes but is not limited to: exploring registered and unregistered program options available to students with disabilities\, reviewing the career development process and the NYS framework for Work Based Learning. It also includes 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: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supporting-your-child-in-work-based-learning-experiences-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251112T183000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20251016T004152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251023T112705Z
UID:20883-1762972200-1762972200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Recreational Fair for Students with OPWDD Eligibility
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Scarsdale and Pelham Public School Districts in Conjunction with Tuckahoe\, Eastchester\, Chappaqua\, White Plains\, and Edgemont Schools for The 2025 Recreational Fair! \nClick Here for Flyer
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/recreational-fair-for-students-with-opwdd-eligibility-2/
LOCATION:Scarsdale High School
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20250918T201119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T133219Z
UID:20780-1763467200-1763472600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Positive Solutions for Families (Series)
DESCRIPTION:Positive Solutions for Families \nJoin us for a four-session workshop series for parents\, families\, and caregivers of children. \nThese 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 Tuesday from 12-1:30pm \nDates: \nNov 18 Making the Connection & Keeping it Positive \nDec 16 Behavior Has Meaning & the Power of Routine \nJan 13 Teach Me What to Do & Responding with Purpose \nFeb 10 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: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/positive-solutions-for-families-series-5/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20250912T193931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T180749Z
UID:20763-1763488800-1763494200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Future Planning Series Workshop 2:  Your Loved One’s Circle of Support
DESCRIPTION:At the end of the workshop series\, the caregiver will have a blueprint that can be used for the transfer of knowledge to new caregivers. This blueprint includes the systems\, people and processes needed to successfully support their loved one so that they live life to the fullest. Individual workshops will cover people and staffing\, financial planning\, housing\, and estate planning. All sessions will be from 6:00pm-7:30pm. \nWorkshop 2: As a parent/caregiver preparing for the future\, you want to establish a network of people that can help your loved one to navigate life. In this workshop we will share the process of building this support network. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/future-planning-series-workshop-2-your-loved-ones-circle-of-support/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20251022T201200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T201200Z
UID:20933-1763553600-1763557200@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:CPSE to CSE:  Transition from Preschool Special Education to Kindergarten
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop\, participants will gain valuable insight into the kindergarten transition\, including how to be an effective member of the transition team\, the differences between CPSE and CSE services\, and the purpose of an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Parents and caregivers will leave with a clearer understanding of what to expect as their child takes this important next step. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/cpse-to-cse-transition-from-preschool-special-education-to-kindergarten/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T193000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20250916T135955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T135955Z
UID:20771-1763575200-1763580600@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Join Us for a Conversation with Kim Hill\, New York State Chief Disability Officer
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on November 19 at 6:00pm via Zoom! \nClick Here for Flyer and Zoom Registration
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/join-us-for-a-conversation-with-kim-hill-new-york-state-chief-disability-officer/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251125T131500
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20251029T114757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T140728Z
UID:20940-1764072000-1764076500@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Supported Decision-Making (SDM)\, Guardianship\, and other Alternatives
DESCRIPTION:In this workshop we will present instruments and methods used to support loved ones with disabilities in making choices as they approach the age of adulthood. \nSupported 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: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/supported-decision-making-sdm-guardianship-and-other-alternatives-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260421T120119
CREATED:20251030T150030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T150030Z
UID:20945-1764158400-1764162000@www.wihd.org
SUMMARY:Guardianship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Applying for Guardianship: Requirements and Process \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. We will review the process of putting together a petition for guardianship and the documentation requirements. \nZoom Registration: Click Here
URL:https://www.wihd.org/event/guardianship-workshop-2/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Regional,Virtual Stream,WIHD
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