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South Central News & Events

Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, Tioga, & Tompkins Counties

To see what’s going on in our area, you can access the Family Resource Network’s Newsletter at their website: www.familyrn.org . This newsletter contains details on upcoming conferences, trainings, and support groups. Click the “Monthly Newsletter” link from their homepage.

If you know of an upcoming event in our area that should be listed, or if you know of a support group or resource for families, contact Michelle at southcentralp2p@familyrn.org, or call (607)432-0001 or 1-800-305-8814 to include the information here.

Trainings Available -- The NYS Office of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities offers a multitude of trainings to families. For a listing of those training opportunities visit their website at www.omr.state.ny.us

Advocate – the Broome DDSO Family Support Services Consumer Councils Need You.
       
Parents of children with a developmental disability are needed to participate on the Family Support Consumer Council to develop and monitor family support services for the 6 counties region of Broome DDSO.
        The Family Support Consumer Councils work in partnership with the Developmental Disabilities Services Offices to develop and monitor policies, services and supports to enhance a family's ability to provide in-home care to their family member with a developmental disability. Services range from counseling and training, respite, recreation, to family reimbursement for the purchases of goods and services.   For further information, contact  Jeff Envid at 607-771-7784 x 152

Parents Empowering Parents
Last Wed. of Month
11:30am - 12:30pm
135 East Frederick
Binghamton NY

Free support group open to all parents or guardians of children with disabilities.  Lunch is provided only by RSVP.  Children are welcome, but, no childcare is available.  For more information contact Thea at 607-724-2111

Parent Support Group
4th Tuesday of Month
5:30-7:30pm
Fox Care Center
Educational Conference Room
Route 7
Oneonta NY 13820

Support group for families with children with a mental health diagnosis.  For more information contact MHA in Ulster, Inc at 607-433-0700 x.110

Parent Support Group
2nd Thursday of Month
5:30-7:30pm
The Place
20 East Main St.
Norwich NY 13815

Support group for families with children with a mental health diagnosis. Light supper and childcare provided.  For more information contact MHA in Ulster, Inc at 607-433-0700 x.110

Tri County Parent Support Group
3rd Wednesday of Month
5:30-7:30pm
The Civic Center
Room 204
Sidney NY

Support group for families with children with a mental health diagnosis. For more information contact MHA in Ulster, Inc at 607-433-0700 x.110

Handicapped Children's Association Parent Support Group
Every Tuesday
12:30-1:30pm
HCA
18 Broad St.
Johnson City NY

For more information contact Gail Senoski Sherman at 607-217-0066  x.408

CHADD Parent Support Group
2nd Thursday of Month
7:00 pm
Wilson Hospital
Picciano Building
Cafeteria Conference Room
Johnson City NY

Support Group for Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder.  For more information contact Judy Goldenberg at 607-772-1433

Dragon Dates
Meets Monthly, call for schedule
6-7:30pm
SUNY Oneonta
Fitzelle Hall, Room 101A
Oneonta NY 13820

Social Skills/Recreation Program for Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders.  For more information contact Michelle Cole at 607-432-0001
No charge if OMRDD eligible, $5 per session if not OMRDD eligible

Afton Support Group, Open Discussion Nights
7/1/10 & 8/5/10
5:30-7:30pm
First Baptist Church
2 Caswell St.
Afton NY

Includes families of children with developmental disabilities, mental health needs, as well as families facing challenges raising foster and adopted children.  The focus of the group is supporting one another, providing access to up-to-date information on important issues, and having fun while networking with other parents.  Meetings include a light meal and childcare.  For more information contact Terry DiLuzio at 607-432-0001.

IEP Clinic
July 21, 2010
6-8pm
Family Resource Network
46 Oneida St
Oneonta NY 13820

Bring your child's IEP - What is a "good" IEP?  Learn about measurable goals, testing and what questions to ask to improve your child's education plan. Nancy Bakhuizen at 607-432-0001.

Mediation & Resolution
July 28, 2010
6-8pm
Family Resource Network
46 Oneida St
Oneonta NY 13820

Hosting guest speakers from the Dispute Resolution Center.  For more information contact Nancy Bakhuizen at 607-432-0001.

Transition
August 4, 2010
6-8pm

Family Resource Network, Inc.
46 Oneida St.
Oneonta NY 13820

What happens after high school?  For more information contact Nancy Bakhuizen at 607-432-0001.

Dr. Rick LaVoie - "It's So Much Work to be Your Friend: Helping the Child with Learning Disabilities Find Social Success"
August 11, 2010
6-8pm
Family Resource Network
46 Oneida St
Oneonta NY 13820

Rick LaVoie replay - Part 2... replay of our June 4th workshop.  For more information contact Nancy Bakhuizen at 607-432-0001

Working Collaboratively with Schools
August 18, 2010
6-8pm
Family Resource Network, Inc.
46 Oneida St.
Oneonta NY 13820

Working Collaboratively with Schools - Strategies to develop and maintain a positive relationship with the staff and teachers at school.  For more information contact Nancy Bakhuizen at 607-432-0001.

Getting Ready for School
August 25, 2010
6-8pm
Family Resource Network, Inc.
46 Oneida St.
Oneonta NY 13820

Transition from Pre-School to School-age with guest speaker Jody Kenyon from the Early Childhood Direction Center.  For more information contact Nancy Bakhuizen at 607-432-0001.

Strategies for Positive Behaviors and Autonomy with Dr. Jed Baker, Ph.D.
10/28/10
9am - 4pm
The Owego Treadway Inn 1100 St Rte 17C, Owego NY

Morning Keynote Address - Positive Strategies for Managing and Preventing Behaviors Afternoon Breakout Sessions - Key Components and Effective Skills Training and Social Skills for Transition to High School & Adulthood.  For more information contact Family Resource Network, Inc. at 800-305-8814

 


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