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Housing Search & Staying in Good Standing: IL and Life Success Skills workshop series

May 12 @ 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm

These weekly ILS sessions 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. Register in advance: https://form.jotform.com/260204871405147

Using the link provided, please register 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.

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

SIGN UP in Advance

Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc.

82 Washington St. Suite 214
Poughkeepsie, New York 12601 United States
845.452.3913

Ian Ifill, Independent Living Housing Specialist

845-286-2957

View Organizer Website

May 2026 ILS workshop series flyer.

Speak In One Voice- monthly Special Education Advocacy Support Group

May 28 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm

These monthly support groups are 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.

– Learn about supports for students with disabilities and advocate for your rights as a parent/caregiver
– Find support from other families navigating similar challenges and connect with local organizations
– Q&A with a teaching-certified special education advocate at every meeting!

Please register far in advance to receive the Zoom invitation link.
Closed captioning provided.

If you require an ASL interpreter, please email Josh at least 2 weeks in advance of the date you wish to attend:

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

Monthly Parent Support Group flyer
Register for the Zoom Meeting
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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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Workshop: Determining Eligibility for Special Education Services

Families of students with disabilities are invited to attend this workshop centered around school-based supports available to students, as well as the process for determining a child’s eligibility to receive special education services. This will include the procedure for referral, evaluation, and recommendation for individualized support.

Please follow the link below to register for this workshop:

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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Family Empowerment Advocacy Series

“I WISH I HAD KNOWN THIS SOONER”

Understanding Your Child’s Rights & Responsibilities Under Special Education Law

CLICK HERE for a *printable copy of the flyer

Parents and family members, join us for this FREE in-depth training to learn about your child’s rights, the special education process, and how to effectively advocate for your child and other children. Topics include: Educational Records Binder, Advocacy & Effective Communication, Levels of Intervention & the Continuum of Services, NYS Rules & Regulations, All About the IEP, Understanding Evaluations, Services & Accommodations, Assistive Technology, Transition, Come Ask the Advocate Q&A session and much, much more.

Zoom Training (Wednesdays)
January 8th, 2025
January 15th, 2025
January 22nd, 2025
January 29th, 2025
February 5th, 2025
February 12th, 2025
You may register for morning, evening, or both
Morning: 9:30AM – 12:30PM
Evening: 6:00PM – 9:00PM

For questions, contact dgreen@putnamils.org or frattray@putnamils.org

Guest Speakers:
Renee Falanga-Brenner, Resource Center for Assisted Living
Jennifer O’Neill, Taconic Resources for Independence
Patricia Lucio-Penn, Taconic Resources for Independence
Diane Troeller, My Independent Living
Melinda Dolezal, TRAID Center
Adrienne Arkontaky, Esq., The Arkontaky Law Group
Sandi Rosenbaum, Littman Krooks LLP
Gideon Porter, Esq., Barger & Gaines LLP
Speakers & Facilitators from WILC/PILS:
Denise Green, Parent Training Information Coordinator
Fiona Rattray, Parent Training & Information Specialist