Parent Network of WNY
FAMILY ACTIVITIES DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON December is finally here, and it’s truly a wonderful time of year for many of us to enjoy family, good food and friends. If you look at a family video from past holidays, you might see all of these things, plus several meltdowns caught on camera. It can be
Did you know that if you have a child with a disability, they may qualify for additional services through the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)? Many students with disabilities receive supports and services through the special education process. Students with developmental disabilities may be eligible for additional services through The Office for People
Do you have a family member with developmental disabilities living with you? Are they approved for OPWDD services? Do you need information and support? Parent Network is pleased to announce a new opportunity that comes to you! Our online group for families and caregivers of people with developmental disabilities living at home approved for OPWDD
Many students with disabilities receive supports and services through the special education process. Students with developmental disabilities may be eligible for services through The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Eligible students can receive services from their school district and OPWDD. In order to be eligible for OPWDD services the student must go through
Children and youth develop skills in five main area as they grow… social emotional, speech and language, fine and gross motor and activities of daily living and cognitive or thinking skills. Each child develops differently, reaching milestones at their own pace. Doctors and teachers help identify when a child has issues meeting the typical milestones.
YOUTH POWER! is excited to announce TWO FREE opportunities for youth and parent/caregivers in the Western Region! We are now accepting applications for the 2018 Western Region Youth Leadership Forum (YLF) and accompanying Foundations for Leadership parent/caregiver workshop series! Applications have been attached; read below for more information! **Please note: it is not required that
Do you have a loved one with special needs? Would you like help…. to learn more than the basics? to make a difference for children and youth with disabilities? to connect with other parents giving and receiving support? We are proud to once again be able to offer the Parent Leadership Program – a comprehensive
2018 Scholarships for Academic Excellence (SAE) – Updated Information The Scholarships for Academic Excellence affords financial support to top students graduating in June 2018 from New York State high schools. We anticipate having 2,000 scholarships available valued at $1,500 and 6,000 scholarships available valued at $500. The Scholarships for Academic Excellence information was forwarded to
What to Expect on an AMR Retreat Three nights of peace, sleep and friendship with other moms who already understand your challenges! Breakfast daily. Transportation and other meals extra. Total lodging cost only $200 per guest! Private baths. Completely casual, sleep as long as you want. Zero expectations of you. You don’t even have to
What to Expect on an #ATLASCLUB Retreat Three nights of peace, sleep and friendship with other dads who already understand your challenges! Breakfast daily – transportation and other meals extra. Total lodging cost only $100 per guest! Private baths. Completely casual, sleep as long as you want. Zero expectations of you. You don’t even have to