May 1, 2025
The Boost News
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For a full list of organizations offering webinars in New York, check out Your One-Stop Guide to Navigating I/DD System and Services via Webinars & Workshops.
All are free unless otherwise noted.
Mon., May 5, 2025: Promoting Independent Living for Individuals with Disabilities Through the Use of Assistive Technology and Enabling Technology (WIHD Community Support Network)
Wed., May 7, 2025: Learn About the New York Housing Resource Center New Website and All It Has to Offer: The New York Housing Resource Center acts as a clearinghouse for information on important housing-related topics for people with I/DD, their parents/caregivers, and the professionals who support them. (NYHRC)
Thurs., May 8, 2025: Lunchtime Discussion: Self Direction 2025, Understanding the role of the Fiscal Intermediary: Register by May 7. (Mid-Island Y JCC)
Tues., May 13, 2025: In-Person Traveling with Your Special Needs Child/Adult: Staten Island. An in-person “Lunch & Learn.” Whether it’s a day trip or a long vacation, get tips and tricks for planning and implementing a trip with your family member with special needs. (Parent to Parent of NYS)
Tues., May 13, 2025: Westchester Meeting of the Family Support Services (FSS) Advisory Council: Agenda to include discussion of the upcoming RFP for new funds available for FSS programs; slate in formation and upcoming elections for the new Board; and summer opportunities to get involved in the Council. Time: 6:45 p.m. Zoom link. Questions: Contact Sandi Rosenbaum, secretary, Westchester FSSAC, fssacwestchesternews@gmail.com.
Tues., May 13, 2025: Relationship Skills Group: Self-Advocates at the Community Support Network: Relationships Skills Group is an inter-abled group for young adults with disabilities to learn and practice social skills.
Tues., May 13, 2025: Transition to Rockland Community College (RCC): Support Services Panel: Gain an understanding of the differences between high school and college disability services; how to access various support services and what the guidelines are for disability documentation; become aware of student, faculty, and Office of Accessibility Services rights and responsibilities at RCC and more. (Rockland Transition Consortium)
Thurs., May 15, 2025: 37th Annual Family Support Conference – Bronx Developmental Disabilities Council Inc.: Space is limited, pre-registration is required. First come, first served. No “at the door/on-site” registration.
Mon., June 2, 2025: HOV Readers with Disabilities Book Club, Self-Advocates at the Community Support Network: HOV’s Readers With Disabilities Book Club is a social group for young adults of all reading levels who love books. Play book-ish games, talk about favorite reads, and discover new books with all types of disability representation. Hosted by Mo Kikoler. There is no required reading to join each meeting. (Community Support Network)
Wed., June 18, 2025: Brooklyn Developmental Disability Council Family Support Fair: Meet nearly 70 agencies that offer support to people with intellectual and developmentally disabled in Brooklyn.
Wed., June 18, 2025: Lunchtime Discussion: Self Direction 2025, Why is the Life Plan Important: Register by June 17. (Mid-Island Y JCC)
Thurs., July 10, 2205: Lunchtime Discussion: Self Direction 2025, Understanding IDGS & OTPS: Register by July 9. (Mid-Island Y JCC)
Thurs., Aug. 14, 2025: Lunchtime Discussion: Self Direction 2025: Understanding the budget template: Register by Aug. 11. (Mid-Island Y JCC)
Tues., Sept. 9, 2025: Lunchtime Discussion: Self Direction 2025: Launched, Now What?: Register by Sept. 8. (Mid-Island Y JCC)
Photo: Attend a webinar on assistive technologies at the WIHD Community Support Network. (Credit: Pexels.com)