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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 Empowering Parents 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 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 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 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 For more information contact Gail Senoski Sherman at 607-217-0066 x.408 CHADD Parent Support Group Support Group for Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder. For more information contact Judy Goldenberg at 607-772-1433 Dragon Dates Social Skills/Recreation Program for Youth with Autism Spectrum Disorders. For more information contact Michelle Cole at 607-432-0001 Afton Support Group, Open Discussion Nights 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 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 Hosting guest speakers from the Dispute Resolution Center. For more information contact Nancy Bakhuizen at 607-432-0001. Transition Family Resource Network, Inc. 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" 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 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 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. 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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