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.
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.
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
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.
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
The Community Outreach Committee Meetings are held directly after the General Council Meetings.
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
Parent to Parent is hosting a Parent Group specifically for families with children and adults who have Down Syndrome. Come join us for support and conversation.