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ASL Classes for Families of Deaf and Hard of Hearing Children

We are excited to announce that we are re-launching our FREE beginner American Sign Language classes! This six-week course is designed to give families of Deaf and Hard of Hearing children foundational ASL skills to communicate within the home and with other members of the Deaf /HH community. Participants MUST email or call Jeanine Byrnes at j.byrnes@taconicresources.org or 845-452-3913 ext. 103 and RSVP by July 23rd, 2025.

When: Every Tuesday – July 29 – Sept. 2, 2025
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc.
82 Washington Street, Suite 214
Poughkeepsie, NY

Taught by a member of our Deaf community!

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Housing Advocacy Information Session

Interested in Affordable Housing Options?

Please register in advance and join us via Zoom for an information session to learn about housing advocacy for individuals with disabilities, including those who are transitioning from residential settings such as skilled nursing facilities, assisted living, homeless shelters etc.

Date: Thursday, July 31st, 2025 🕒 Time: 1:30-2:30 PM
📢 Topics include:

  • Different types of housing opportunities
  • Independent living skills that may be needed for everyday life
  • Accessibility considerations, self-advocacy skills, and knowing your rights
  • Support services and available resources.

If you require an ASL interpreter, please try to RSVP by July 17th, by emailing the host directly: Z.Best@taconicresources.org.
In the subject line, write “ASL interpreter for Housing Workshop“.

To be sure you receive the Zoom invitation, please register at least a couple of days in advance. Click here for the ZOOM Registration Link. For a copy of the flyer, click the image below:

Presented by: Zhane Best, Independent Living Housing Specialist

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Mental Health & Youth with Disabilities

Spotting early warning signs and supporting open communication

Two sessions of this workshop will be offered on Monday, June 23rd, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on Wednesday, June 25th 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
CLICK HERE to register in advance.

Children and adolescents with disabilities are 20-30% more likely to develop co-existing mental health issues compared to their peers, and they may face challenges in communicating thoughts and feelings, developing appropriate strategies for support, and creating accessible outlets for emotional regulation. At this virtual workshop and parent network event, parents/caregivers, families, and service providers can find support from others with similar experiences caring for youth with disabilities! Identify early signs of mental illness and address concerning thoughts and behaviors. Connect with the TRI Parent Empowerment Program support network. Hear advice, support, and perspectives from other families. Learn how to have safe and open conversations about mental health with children and adolescents with disabilities.

  • Identify early signs of mental illness and address concerning thoughts and behaviors.
  • Connect with the TRI Parent Empowerment Program support network.
  • Hear advice, support, and perspectives from other families.
  • Learn how to have safe and open conversations about mental health with children and adolescents with disabilities.

For a copy of the PDF flyer, click on the image below:

flyer for Mental Health and Youth with Disabilities- June 2025
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Mental Health & Youth with Disabilities

Caregivers, educators, family, friends… all are welcome to this workshop discussion presented by Josh Garay, PEP Coordinator- May 19th, 6 pm to 8 pm at the Dover Plains Library on having conversations about mental health with youth who have disabilities. Adults can participate in the workshop while their youth are in another space at the Library, enjoying a variety of activity and inactivity options. Dinner/ snack will be available too!

See the flyer below for a detailed description and/or call the Library if you have questions, or if you would like to arrange a time to visit the Library when it is quiet so that the spaces are more familiar on the day of the workshop. 845-832-6605 or email Amy at director@doverplainslibrary.org

Visit the library’s website to register by clicking HERE.

Mental Health and Youths with disabilities flyer

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Student Suspensions in Special Education

Do you know your rights?

Click HERE to register for the next workshop: Thursday, May 1st from 6:30pm to 7:30pm.

For a PDF copy of the flyer, click HERE.

Students with disabilities are suspended at a disproportionately higher rate than their non-disabled peers. Recent NYS data shows that for all students with disabilities, 1 in 10 will face at least one suspension over the course of their education. Do you know what steps to take if your child is faced with the possibility of suspension?