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Student Suspensions in Special Education

Do you know your rights?

Click HERE to register for one of the two workshop sessions: Monday, April 28th from 9:30am-10:30am or 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?

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Updates to OPWDD & HCBS Waiver Process & Eligibility

Virtual Session: Wednesday, April 30th @ 9:30AM

Special Education Advocacy Program
Support • Connect • Grow

Join Us for Information Support and Community!

Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. (TRI) Special Education Advocacy Program provides training and information to families of children and young adults with disabilities, between the ages of 3 and 22. TRI’s Special Education program offers specialized and collaborative advocacy training, parent-to-parent networking and support, information, and referral services.

UNDERSTANDING UPDATES TO OFFICE FOR PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (OPWDD) HOME AND COMMUNITY-BASED SERVICES (HCBS) WAIVER PROCESS AND ELIGIBILITY

Virtual Session Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 9:30 AM
CLICK HERE to Register in advance for the Zoom Information Meeting

*Requests for Spanish or American Sign-Language interpreters must be submitted by Monday, April 21st. Email B.Burgoa@taconicresources.org

Topics for Discussion:
• Understanding OPWDD eligibility and updates
• Accessing services and supports
• Transition services and Self-direction process
• Advocacy and rights for individuals with disabilities

Presenter:
Christopher M. Knight, Waiver Enrollment Coordinator,
NYS Office Of People with Developmental Disabilities

Workshop Facilitators:
– Jennifer O’Neill, Senior Special Education Advocate J.Oneill@taconicresources.org 845-745-8097 mobile phone
– Patricia Lucio-Penn, Special Education Advocate -Bilingual Spanish P.Lucio-Penn@taconicresources.org 845-745-8057 mobile phone

TRI’s Special Education Advocacy Services are paid for in part by Dutchess County, NYSED ACCES-VR, and NYS OPWDD Family Support Services.

Understanding Updates to OPWDD and the HCBS Waiver Process and Eligibility, April 30th 930am-10:30am. Click the image to read the PDF
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Speak In One Voice

Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) Info Sessions

RSVP for one of our upcoming Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) Info Sessions! Upcoming dates are April 7th, 9:30am -10:30am and April 10th, 6:30pm – 7:30PM. Click this link to get started: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YKGY867
You will be emailed the Zoom invitation by the next business day.

Parent Empowerment Program Info Sessions for April 20205

Josh Garay, PEP Coordinator
(845) 452-3913 Ext. 116
J.Garay@taconicresources.org

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Applying for Social Security Disability Programs

Monthly
Virtual and In-Person Workshops

3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Zoom: Every 2nd Tuesday or In Person: 4th Tuesday

Virtual Workshop Dates: – April 8th Canceled | – May 13th | – June 10th

In-Person Workshop Dates: – April 24th | – May 27th | – June 24th

You must attend a workshop before scheduling a one-on-one appointment with our Benefits Counselor. These workshops provide a basic understanding of the application process and will equip you with the knowledge and essential skills to be confident and apply independently.

All community members are welcome to attend the virtual workshop.

For in-person workshops it’s “first come, first served”, there is limited seating available. Wearing proper facemasks is still encouraged but not required.

Accommodations (ASL, presentation shared in large print, etc.) Please request any accommodations at least two weeks in advance.

To register for our in-person workshop please complete a HIPAA registration form, CLICK HERE to RSVP; or you may call the front desk. There will be no walk-ins.

When you call, please tell us if you are attending as a…

  • A person applying for yourself, and let us know if you are in need of accommodations.
  • Friend or family member.
  • Human Services Professional.

If there are any changes to the workshop, including cancellation we will contact you. If you can’t attend a workshop you’ve signed up for, please let us know by calling the front desk: at 845-452-3913.

Applying for SSI and/or SSDI flyer, click for the PDF
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Social Security Work Incentives

Monthly Virtual Workshops

Every 3rd Wednesday
from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Increase your benefits! Avoid Overpayments! Plan and be prepared. Explore Social Security’s Ticket-To-Work program.

Registration is required in advance.
Click HERE for the Zoom registration Link.
Registration can also be accessed through https://zoom.us/join and enter the Zoom Meeting ID: 825 1003 9702

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. We encourage everyone to register separately. Please do not share your confirmation email.

These workshops are intended for the beneficiary (SSI/SSDI/DAC recipient) as well as their Representative Payee. Human Services Professionals are welcome to attend, however we encourage the beneficiary to be present.

If you need an American Sign-Language interpreter, you must call or email Jayana at least two weeks in advance to: J.Stalley@taconicresources.org

TRI’s Mobile Disability Benefits Services are paid for in part by Dutchess County Think DIFFERENTLY.

SSA Work incentives for SSI, SSDI and DAC receipents flyer