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Independent Living and Life Success Skills Workshops

Every Tuesday at 12:30 PM beginning in May:

These weekly workshops are IN-PERSON and are tailored for individuals aged 18+. If you require an American Sign Language (ASL) interpreter, please submit your request and register 2 weeks in advance per workshop date that interests you.

Use this link: https://form.jotform.com/260204871405147 to submit a registration form for each workshop date you would like to attend. These workshops are designed for the individual with a disability. Care Managers are welcome to attend *with their consumers; however, they must also register themselves.

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May 5th- Budgeting, Time Management, and Organization:
– Understanding Income vs. Expenses
– Building a Simple Budget
– Prioritizing and Planning
– Creating Routines for Balance

MAY 12th- Housing Search and Staying in Good Standing:
– Where to Find Housing
– Leases and Tenant Rights
– Paying Rent and Reporting Repairs
– How to Advocate for Yourself

MAY 19th-Self-Advocacy Tips:
– What is Self-Advocacy?
– Expressing Needs Clearly
– Asking for Help or Accommodations
– Knowing Your Rights
– Advocating Respectfully

MAY 26th- Budgeting, Time Management, and Organization:
– Understanding Income vs. Expenses
– Building a Simple Budget
– Prioritizing and Planning
– Creating Routines for Balance

May 2026 ILS workshop series flyer.
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The PASS program for SSI recipients

Register in advance to attend this virtual group info session about Social Security’s PASS program for SSI recipients: Wednesday, April 29th, starting at 2 PM: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/shMchVtCTviA9-u0kXVMsw#/registration

“Social Security Work Incentives are designed to help people with disabilities who receive Social Security disability benefits transition to financial independence through work. If you receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or can become eligible for SSI, the Plan to Achieve Self-Support (PASS) is a Work Incentive that helps you set aside income and resources for expenses related to your work goals.”

In this group info session, TRI’s interim Independent Living Program Director, Mandi Sheraden (she/her), and our Mobile Disability Benefits Counselor, Alex Hiraldo (he/him), will provide a general overview of SSA’s PASS program from the Ticket-to-Work (TTW) website.

If you need one-on-one assistance after attending the meeting, you can schedule an Intake with our Mobile Disability Counselor, Alex Hiraldo (he/him), help you draft your PASS application, and refer you to an employment support agency through the TTW program.

Register at least 2 weeks in advance if you require an American Sign Language Interpreter, and email: M.Sheraden@taconicresources.org

*These info sessions are open to the public. Zoom meetings are just like in-person group discussions. You will see and hear other attendees. Do not disclose your personal contact information, date of birth, social security number, or any other confidential information to the group.

If you are unable to attend our workshops, you can visit Social Security’s Choose Work website to learn more about the PASS program and gather information about people’s success stories from using the PASS: https://choosework.ssa.gov/library/fact-sheet-using-your-pass

What is Ticket-To-Work? This YouTube video will explain: https://youtu.be/JUv-tIIakG8?si=v3hZal4uWXaC1tqu

PASS program info flyer. Click on the flyer for the accessible PDF copy
Click on the flyer above for a PDF copy.
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Support Group: Speak In One Voice

This group is open to parents and caregivers of students with disabilities at any stage in the process of seeking or receiving Special Education services and/or 504 Plan supports.

Held Virtually via Zoom: Last Thursday of Every Month – 12pm to 1pm.

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

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

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Independent Living Workshop Series

Starting February 10, 2026, please join us for the Independent Living Workshop Series hosted by Ian Ifill, Housing Advocate at Taconic Resources.

See Flyer below for details, or click HERE to register in advance.

Flyer for Weekly Housing Workshop Series. Please click the link to access the PDF version.
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Veterans’ Social

Attention all Veterans!

image of an American flag banner with a peperoni pizza on top
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