Calendar

Aug
23
Wed
Include NYC Diploma and Credential Options for Student with Disabilities
Aug 23 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
This training will review New York State’s diploma and credential options for your child. Learn about the different options for students with disabilities and how diploma and credential options fit into transition planning and the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process.

NYC families & professionals are welcome.

Presented by the Manhattan Regional Partnership Center and the School-Age Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Center

Register Here:Click here
Aug
29
Tue
Parent to Parent – Parents Considering Residential Placement
Aug 29 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm

Are you considering residential placement for your child or family member? You are not alone in making this difficult decision! Join us for an hour of conversation on Tuesday, August 29, at 7pm via Zoom.

Meeting Registration – Zoom

Sep
13
Wed
OPWDD Front Door Information Session
Sep 13 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
ATTEND AN INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES

The OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions will outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. 

All sessions are presently offered remotely, either by WebEx or Phone Conference.

A schedule of sessions in English and Spanish are listed below. Registration for a session is required. Once you have found the date and time that works best for you, please click “Learn More” for information on how to register. 

Translation services are available for the language that best fits your needs. If you require a session in a language other than English or Spanish, including American Sign Language (ASL), please contact the OPWDD Infoline at 866-946-9733 for assistance.

ATTEND AN INFORMATION SESSION TO LEARN ABOUT SUPPORTS AND SERVICES

The OPWDD Front Door Information Sessions will outline the process of how you can become eligible for supports and services, the types of supports and services available and where you can go to get assistance. 

https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/ra69402500a29a91bbb6ff7391470e332

If you need assistance, please contact Shannon Alford 315-793-9600 ext. 614 or Shannon.m.alford@opwdd.ny.gov

Sep
14
Thu
Specialized Transportation for Students with IEPs
Sep 14 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am

To register to receive the Zoom link to join please click on https://includenyc.org/events/specialized-transportation-for-students-with-ieps-4/ 

If you have an issue with the link, please copy and paste it into your browser (Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari.)  or email familyconnect@adaptcommunitynetwork.org or call (718) 436-7979 Ext. 704.

Residential Placement Parent Group
Sep 14 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
For parents who have a child or adult currently in a residential placement.
Special Guest Sheila Shea, Commissioner of Mental
Hygiene Legal Services for the 3rd Judicial District will be joining us. 
Feel free to bring your questions or just listen to how MHLS can be of help to your family.
Parent to Parent hosts a Parent Discussion Group for families with children and adults of all ages either in a residential school or in a group home setting.
Come join us for an hour of support and conversation
Thursday, September 14th
7:00 – 8:00 PM
You must register in advance to attend:
For more information please contact:
Heather Walters, Regional Coordinator
Sep
21
Thu
OPWDD Front Door Information Session
Sep 21 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

To register, click here:

https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r862b8ca919450f526d3f3e72f26bdfc1

If you need assistance, please contact Kelli Smith at 845- 695-7344 Kelli.L.Smith@opwdd.ny.gov

Sep
22
Fri
September Community Outreach Meeting
Sep 22 @ 11:30 am

The Community Outreach Committee Meetings are held directly after the General Council Meetings.

September Community Outreach Zoom Link
Sep
26
Tue
OPWDD Front Door Information Session
Sep 26 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm

To register, click here:

https://meetny.webex.com/weblink/register/r973f967a72ff67f10442968bb5e91df1

If you need assistance, please contact Erin Caglioti at 631-416-3943 or erin.a.caglioti@opwdd.ny.gov

Oct
2
Mon
FSSAC COMMITTEE MEETING
Oct 2 @ 9:30 pm