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Behavioral Intervention, and Autism Career Planning Seminars in NY No More Meltdowns: Handling Challenging Behavior and Teaching Social Skills Multiple Dates and Locations - For full details, see: www.spectrumtrainingsystemsinc.com/albany2.html With Jed Baker, Ph.D. September 20, 2010 Syracuse, NY Students on the autism spectrum often present with difficulty regulating their feelings and interacting socially. This workshop describes how to handle meltdowns and design effective behavior plans to prevent these moments and reduce frustration and anxiety. The second part of the presentation details strategies to motivate students to learn, ways to teach social skills, how to generalize skills into the natural setting and increase acceptance and tolerance from peers. Information will be imparted though lecture, interactive exercises, and video clips. Learning objectives for participants:
Early Bird: Through August 9, 2010: $125 Visit web page for more details and registration www.spectrumtrainingsystemsinc.com/albany2.html 2010 Summer Inclusion Institute How do we move inclusion from a good idea to everyday life? How do we build community partnerships that really work?
For more information see the PDF.
Date(s): 8/1/10 to 8/3/10 Learning Disabilities Association of New York State (LDANYS), Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Professional Development Training The Learning Disabilities Association of New York State (LDANYS) proudly invites you to experience the professional development opportunity to reduce the incidence of Fetal Alcohol Sprectrum Disorders (FASD) in New York State. This educational initiative is open to ALL educational, medical and behavioral health service professionals and interested family members. Continuing education credits are available. PRESENTER: Diane Woodward, LMSW, Professional Trainer, Learning Disabilities Association of NY State, Inc., Coordinator of Transition Services, Wildwood Programs
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PRESENTED BY: Continuing Education credits are available. Forms will be available at the trainings to complete. REGISTRATION: there is no registration fee for this program; pre-registration is strongly recommended. To register, email sperryman@ldanys.org to obtain the needed form. Early registration is encouraged. Phone inquiries should be directed to Sherelle Perryman, LDANYS Program Coordinator at 518-608-8992. This program is made possible by a grant from the NY State Developmental Disabilities Planning Council and provided in cooperation with New York State United Teachers (NYSUT).
For additional details and for registration, contact: Sherelle Perryman, LDANYS Program Coordinator at 518-608-8992. New York State Inclusive Recreation Resource Center Invites You to Inclusion U Become a Certified Inclusivity Assessor! Learn about best practices in inclusion and accessibility so that you can assess sites and facilities for physical, administrative, and programmatic inclusion. Help build a state-wide system that provides accurate and descriptive information about recreation places and spaces. Whether you are a person with a disability, family member, recreation provider, educator, student, or advocate, this training is for you! See the PDF for more information |
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Stress Management Raising a child with a developmental disability can be one of the most stressful experiences a family goes through. Some common stressors include parental guilt, dealing with the perception of others, worry about the future, coping with difficult behaviors, disagreement between parents, increased financial burden and finding competent professional services for your child. This workshop will be presented by Marianne Simon who is a Wildwood Psychologist and Mary Fornabia who is a Social Worker and the mother of a child with a developmental disability. They will provide parents with coping mechanisms to better manage stress and improve well being.
Date(s): 8/2/10
Wildwood Programs For more information, contact Marie Floyd at 518-402-9428 mawnfloyd@wildwood.edu or visit www.wildwood.edu. |
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Ontario ARC's Cruisin' for a Cause Ontario ARC will hold its 18th annual major fundraiser Cruisin’ for a Cause on Aug. 19 at Steamboat Landing in Canandaigua. The event will feature live entertainment by Nik and the Nice Guys and Caribbean Extravaganza, cruises on the Canandaigua Lady, a barbeque picnic, as well as a silent and live auction. In addition, Constellation Brands will provide complimentary wines. Tickets are $60 each and proceeds benefit Ontario ARC’s Recreation Program, which provides fun recreational activities for people with developmental disabilities.
Date(s): 8/19/10
Steamboat Landing For more information, contact Allison Cassara at 585-919-2123 or email acassara@ontarioarc.org or visit www.ontarioarc.org/cruisin. |
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Support Group For People Who are Blind and Visually Impaired Please join us for a meeting to discuss needs of people who are blind or visually impaired living in the Mid-Hudson area. This is an opportunity to meet others and give needed feedback.... Refreshments will be provided. Contact us regarding transportation needs. There is not cost or obligation and refreshments are served.
Date(s): 8/10/10
Independent Living, Inc. For more information, contact Julie Cardone at (914) 993-5385 or email bjudge@myindependentliving.org or visit www.myindependentliving.org. Friends of Independence Tour and Open House Tour of our Center and hear a brief presentation about the programs and services Independent Living, Inc. provide for people with disabilities and seniors. Meet staff members and a couple Board of Directors. There is not cost or obligation and refreshments are served.
Date(s): 8/5/10 Independent Living, Inc. For more information, contact Anne Miller at 845-565-1162 x202 or email amiller@myindependentliving.org or visit www.myindependentliving.org. |
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2010 Summer Inclusion Institute How do we move inclusion from a good idea to everyday life? How do we build community partnerships that really work? Join John and Connie Lyle-O'Brien, Jack Pearpoint and Lynda Kahn for a three day, two night Learning Community on moving community inclusion from a good idea to everyday life.
For more information see the PDF.
Date(s): 8/1/10 to 8/3/10
Minnowbrook Conference Center For more information, contact Les Parker at 518-891-6565, ext. 114 or email inclusion@adirondackarc.org or visit www.parenttoparentnys.org. |
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Special Education: What's it All About Presenter: Jennifer A. Toomey, PhD., Summit Educational Resources This workshop will enable participants to learn how to become an effective parent member of the Committee on Special Education (CSE) or Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE). Those who attend this workshop will gain a better understanding of the special education system, learn how to develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and also learn what to expect at a Committee on Special Education (CSE) or Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) meeting in their school district. Note: Participants in this workshop receive a certificate that they can use to become a parent member on the CSE in their school district. Contact us by phone at (716) 332-4170 or toll-free at (866) 277-4762. To register online: www.parentnetworkwny.org/Home/Workshops/WorkshopRegistration.
Date(s): 8/19/10
Parent Network For more information, contact Jennifer Zolnowski at 866-277-4762 or email jrz@parentnetworkwny.org or visit www.parentnetworkwny.org. Resolving Behavior Challenges in ASD Presenter: Jennifer A. Toomey, PhD., Summit Educational Resources This workshop will provide information on how to assess challenging behaviors in children with Autism Spectrum Disorders. Participants will discuss how to effectively conduct a Functional Behavioral Assessment (FBA) and develop a Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP). Contact us by phone at (716) 332-4170 or toll-free at (866) 277-4762. To register online: www.parentnetworkwny.org/Home/Workshops/WorkshopRegistration.
Date(s): 8/10/10
Parent Network For more information, contact Jennifer Zolnowski at 866-277-4762 or email jrz@parentnetworkwny.org or visit www.parentnetworkwny.org. Parent for Parent Support Group The Resource Center offers a monthly parent/caregiver support group. The group connects and supports families of individuals with special needs of all ages. We offer support, information, speakers, and presentations on topics pertaining to parents/caregivers in Chautauqua County. This is an opportunity for parents/caregivers to come together to discuss common triumphs, challenges, issues, and concerns.
In Jamestown: Every FIRST Wednesday of each month
In Dunkirk: Every SECOND Monday of each month For more information, contact Tess Kerzner at 716-661-1057 or email tess.kerzner@resourcecenter.org or visit resourcecenter.org. Communication Strategies Summer Seminar
Topics will include: Special Education: What's it All About? – Your child needs help but you don’t know where to start! This workshop will teach you the steps to the special education process and help you understand your child’s special education rights. You will learn what to expect at a Committee on Special Education (CSE) meeting and how to advocate for your child. You will receive resources to help you along the way. (Presenter: Stacie Ricioppo, Program Specialist, Parent Network of WNY) Contact us by phone at (716) 332-4170 or toll-free at (866) 277-4762. To register online: www.parentnetworkwny.org/Home/Workshops/WorkshopRegistration
Date(s): 8/17/10
Niagara County Community College (NCCC) For more information, contact Jennifer Zolnowski at 866-277-4762 or email jrz@parentnetworkwny.org or visit www.parentnetworkwny.org. |
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