WEBINARS & MORE

Ongoing: Brain Injury Association of NYS Support Groups: A variety of times for survivors and caregivers.

January, 2025: OPWDD and National Center for Cultural Competence Family Listening Sessions: Part of an effort to improve communication, language access and outreach to underserved communities. They’re intended to hear about people’s experiences in accessing supports and services based on a family’s cultural beliefs and practices, in your preferred language, and that are appropriate and fair for your family member with IDD. For families currently receiving supports and services, or have received them in the past, or are unable to access supports and services. (Georgetown University National Center for Cultural Competence)

Sat., Jan. 11, 2025: Teen Parent Group- for parents of teenagers with developmental or physical disabilities:From navigating adolescence to managing behaviors and fostering independence, our group provides a safe space for open discussions about all things teen related. (Parent to Parent of NYS)

Mon., Jan. 13, 2025: Parent to Parent of NYS Father Group: Discuss the role of dads in navigating their children’s special needs. (Parent to Parent of NYS)

Tues., Jan. 14, 2025: 10 Basic Financial Steps for Families to Consider: From applying for government benefits and consideration of a letter of intent to a general overview of the ABLE act and special needs trusts. (Rockland Transition Consortium)

Tues., Jan. 14, 2025: Family Forum: Preparing for Your Child’s Annual Review: Explore how parents can effectively prepare for the annual review and be an effective member of the CSE. (Lower Hudson Family and Community Engagement (FACE) Center)

Tues., Jan. 14, 2025: Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) Services and Eligibility (WIHD Community Support Network)

Wed., Jan. 15, 2024: OPWDD Self-Direction: 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. (WIHD Community Support Network)

Wed., Jan. 15, 2025: Disability Conversations: “Hear Our Voices” Self Advocacy Group Meeting: “Hear Our Voices” Self Advocacy Group Monthly Meeting.

Wed. Jan. 15, 2025: Supported Decision Making. What is it and how to get started: Learn more about it and how to get started with Naomi Brickel from Supported Decision Making New York. (Parent to Parent NYS)

Wed., Jan. 22, 2025: The Future of Paratransit in New York: A panel discussion, consisting of paratransit users and advocates. (New York Association on Independent Living)

Jan. 23, 2025, Jan. 30, 2025 and Feb. 6, 2025:  Self Patience and Compassion: For Parents and Caregivers: Three-part virtual series designed to help you build patience and compassion for yourself while learning tools to stay grounded and present. Open to all. (NYC District 75 and FamilyKind)

SCHOLARSHIPS & AWARDS

2025 Fred J. Epstein Youth Achievement Awards: Nomination deadline is Jan. 15, 2025: The awards from Smart Kids with Learning Disabilities® recognizes the outstanding accomplishments of young people with LD and ADHD who make a lasting impact on their schools and communities.

Photo: Do some self-care in January and February vis the Self Patience and Compassion webinars. (Credit: Max van den Oetelaa, Unsplash.com)