TACONIC RESOURCES FOR INDEPENDENCE, INC.Please join us on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 at 12pm for this session, where families of students with disabilities will learn what documents to gather in preparation for IEP or 504 meetings, including evaluations, report cards, progress monitoring data, and communication records.
To register for this virtual workshop, please CLICK HERE or use the QR code on the flyer below:
Please join us for this workshop on Wednesday, Aprill 22, 2026 at 1pm where families of students with disabilities will learn the difference between accommodations and modifications and will be introduced to common options found in IEPs and 504 plans, with clear explanations of the language used in this section of the plan.
To register for this workshop, please CLICK HERE or use the QR Code on the flyer below:
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
Register to attend our monthly virtual workshops on various topics, and learn how to effectively advocate for your child within the Special Education system. Click HERE for the most current Workshops.
Increase your benefits! Avoid Overpayments! Plan – be prepared. Consider Social Security’s Ticket-To-Work program.
Registration in advance is required.
There will be two workshop options for Thursday, December 11th.
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 email the host, Alex, at least two weeks in advance to: A.Hiraldo@taconicresources.org
TRI’s Mobile Disability Benefits Services are paid for in part by Dutchess County Think DIFFERENTLY.
