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Workshop: Student Suspensions in Special Education

Students with disabilities often face a much higher rate of suspensions than their non-disabled peers. Join our Parent Empowerment Program to learn how to navigate these suspensions as a parent of a disabled student.

1st Virtual Session: Monday, February 23, 2026 from 6:30pm-7:30pm.

2nd Virtual Session: Wednesday, February 25, 2026 from 12pm-1pm.

To register, please follow the link or QR code on the flyer below, or CLICK HERE.

If you have any questions regarding this workshop, please call the office at 845-452-3913 for assistance.

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Veterans’ Social

Attention all Veterans!

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SAVE THE DATE: February 3rd at 12 pm. @82 Washington St., Suite 214, Poughkeepsie.
Join us for a FREE social gathering for Veterans
geared towards building community, sharing resources, and networking socially.

Come for the food, stay for the community.

RSVP by Monday, February 1st: CLICK HERE.
Need an ASL Interpreter or other accommodations? Please try to RSVP by Monday, January 26th.
Questions or dietary restrictions, please email or call us in advance at 845.452.3913 so we can accommodate you the best we can: tri@taconicresources.org
Objectives:

  • Educate participants about VA Pension benefits, including Aid & Attendance, and Housebound options.
  • Inform about local and VA-supported homelessness prevention programs, such as HUD-VASH and HERO.
  • Assist veterans in initiating pension and housing applications on-site.
  • Provide resources for one-on-one counseling and peer support networks.

For a printable copy of the PDF flyer click HERE or click the flyer below:

Flyer for TRI Veterans' Social event February 3rd 2026
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Info Sessions for parents and guardians of childen with special needs

Register to attend our monthly virtual workshops on various topics, and learn how to effectively advocate for your child within the Special Education system. Click HERE for the most current Workshops.

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Meet our IL Housing Advocate, Ian Ifill!

November 18th at 2 pm (via Zoom)
“Independent Living Skills Info Session”

Learn skills that will empower you to make proper
informed decisions to take care of yourself, manage your
budgets, organize your time, and maintain your home.

Topics to be discussed:

  • Budgeting
  • Location
  • Transportation
  • Support services
  • Safety
  • Rapport
  • Food security
  • and more

CLICK HERE to register for the Zoom Meeting. If you require an American Sign Language Interpreter, please register by November 7th or email Ian: i.ifill@taconicresources.org

PDF flyer available to share or print:

flyer fir the virtual ILS Housing Info session, November 18th at 2pm to 3pm.
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Helping to Secure the Finacial Future of Individuals with Disabilities

FREE Virtual Workshop via Zoom:
Wednesday, November 5th from 10 am to 11 am

PRESENTED BY SPECIAL JOURNEY SOLUTIONS:
This workshop will discuss critical considerations for individuals of all ages who have a disability, including creating a life care plan, how it can help, and who should be involved. Learn crucial information about government benefits, special needs trusts, ABLE accounts, and other legal and
financial structures. Preparing for the financial future of a loved one with a disability can help ease the burden of unexpected tomorrows and
ensure that their care and quality of life continue well into their future.

Click HERE to register. You will automatically receive a personalized Zoom invitation link for the November 5th virtual workshop.

American Sign Language interpreters can be requested on the Zoom registration link. Requests MUST be submitted by October 22nd.

Coordinated by Jennifer O’Neill, Senior Special Education Advocate, and Patricia Lucio Penn, Special Education Advocate (bilingual-Spanish).

TRI programs are funded in part by Dutchess County, NYSED
ACCES-VR, and NYS OPWDD Family Support Services.
This workshop is presented by a fee-for-service business and is intended as a resource and solely for informational purposes. Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. does not promote, endorse, verify, or receive any financial benefit from this company or service.

Click the flyer below for a printable PDF: