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Safe & Accessible Transporation for Students with Special Needs

Monday, October 28, 2024 (9:30-11 am) & (7:00-8:30 pm) Zoom meeting. Presented by: Mid-Hudson Special Education Task Force.
Please choose one session only. Each LIVE session will use the same material. The event is free of charge, but registration is required. This event will be recorded. For a copy of the flyer click here.

Join us for a virtual informative workshop on ensuring safety and accessibility for students with special needs on school buses. Learn about the essential rights, safety measures, and best practices that every parent and caregiver should know.

Topics Include:

  • Understanding transportation rights for students with disabilities
  • How to advocate for safe, inclusive, and equitable transportation options
  • Best practices for working with school districts and CSE/CPSE on transportation needs,
  • support and accommodations

Speakers:
– Jennifer O’Neill, Parent, Community Organizer, SETF Member and Senior Special Education Advocate with Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc.
– Fiona Rattray, SETF Member and Parent Training & Information Center Specialist with Putnam Independent Living Services (PILS)

All SETF trainings will have closed captioning. ASL interpreters are available upon request. Need additional information or any accommodations? Contact Nancy Nowak at Disability Rights New York: Nancy.Nowak@drny.org or 516.238.1261

To register: 9:30 AM session Click HERE
OR
To register: 7 PM session Click HERE

Copy of the PDF flyer click here.

Websites: NY Special Ed Task Force, Disability Rights New York

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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

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 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…

  • Person applying for yourself, and if you are in need of accommodation.
  • 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: 845-452-3913.

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A RESOURCE GUIDE FOR ELECTION 2024: DUTCHESS COUNTY EXECUTIVE CANDIDATES’ PROPOSED POLICIES ON ISSUES AFFECTING THE DISABILITY COMMUNITY

What Difference Does One Vote Make?

A RESOURCE GUIDE: This is a resource guide for anyone who seeks information on key issues affecting the entire disability community. The proposed policies of candidates for the County Executive for Dutchess County on these issues are listed. If content for a particular candidate appears brief or lacking, it is in no way a reflection on Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. (TRI).

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PARENT WORKSHOP

TRANSITION PLANNING: Preparing for Life After Highschool for Students with an IEP or 504 Plan

Monday, September 25th from 5PM to 6PM Parents will be provided an overview of the NYS-mandated transition process, as well resources available during high school and after graduation. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ON ZOOM.

For a copy of the flyer, click the image below for the PDF

Presenter: Douglas Gilmour, Special Education Advocate
Douglas has over 30 years of experience working with students in special education and facilitating transition meetings.

Scan the QR code on the flyer or enter Meeting ID 849 8102 6153
at zoom.us/join. Advance registration is preferred.

If you require an ASL Interpreter, please contact Douglas Gilmore by Monday, September 11, at 2:00p.m. at D.Gilmour@taconicresources.org.

FALL 2023 PARENT WORKSHOP TRANSITION PLANNING: Preparing for Life After High School for Students with an IEP or 504 Plan Presenter: Douglas Gilmour, Special Education Advocate Douglas has over 30 years of experience working with students in special education and facilitating transition meetings. Monday, September 25th 5 PM - 6 PM Parents will be provided an overview of the NYS mandated transition process, as well resources available during high school and after graduation. Scan the QR code on the flyer or enter Meeting ID 849 8102 6153 at zoom.us/join Advance registration preferred. If you require an ASL Interpreter, please contact Douglas Gilmore by Monday, September 11, at 2:00p.m. at D.Gilmour@taconicresources.org TRI’s Special Education Advocacy services are paid for in part by: Dutchess County APG, DCFS, NYSED ACCES-VR, and NYS OPWDD Family Support Services
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CANCELED: 8th Annual Disability Awareness Fair

Saturday, October 21 2023

flyer with picture of automn foliage background. Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. 8th Annual Disability Awareness Fair. Saturday October 21st located at the Poughkeepsie Galleria Mall, center court. from 11am-3pm.
Learn more about disability resources, equipment, products, and services to help you achieve greater independence and self-direction. We look forward to having you join us!

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IF THIS EVENT WILL BE RESCHEDULED.

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AGENCY INVITATION:

The focus of TRI’s annual Disability Awareness Fair is to raise public awareness of individuals with disabilities in our community and showcase a wide array of services and supports that are available to them. We invite you to encourage your staff/employees and their families to meet other participating agencies and/or businesses like yours that offer resources to promote independent living assistance to persons with all types of disabilities.

Disability is only part of who a person is, not the whole person.

Hello Community Leader,
Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. (TRI) is hosting its 8th Annual Disability Awareness Fair at the Poughkeepsie Galleria Mall on Saturday, October 21, 2023, from 11:00am – 3:00pm with set up beginning at 10:30am.

Located below is a registration form and an example of the Certificate of Liability Insurance (COI) that is required. If you have already submitted a COI to the mall for another event during 2023, simply submit a copy of it to me, as I will need a copy as well.

Now for the good stuff!

  •  Vendor Table – $75
    Seating: 2 Chairs

    Lunch: 1 Lunch voucher for up to 2 individuals from your agency/business

    Marketing Exposure: Your agency/business will be included in our print, signage, and social media

Questions? Please contact Jeanine Byrnes: at j.byrnes@taconicresources.org