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Successfully Navigating the Guardianship Process from a Parent Perspective

Monday, October 27th, from 10am to 11am. Click on the flyer below for the printable PDF copy and Registration info

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE ZOOM WORKSHOP

Successfully Navigating the Guardianship Process from a Parents Persepective
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PEP Info Sessions

Monday, August 11th, 9:30 am – 10:30 am

Monthly Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) Information Sessions for 2025 typically take place on the second Monday of the month from 9:30 am to 10:30 am via Zoom. Click this link to register in advance: https://form.jotform.com/250894916586171

  • Next PEP session is August 11th, 9:30am-10:30am
  • … September 8th, October 20th, November 10th, and December 8th.
  • After registering, you will receive the Zoom invitation via email by the next business day.
  • Look for more special education-related workshops on our programs website and social media pages!
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Building Partnerships in Education – Using Effective Communication Skills

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 27th
12:00 – 1:00 PM
VIRTUAL VIA ZOOM

This presentation will provide parents of students with disabilities with an overview of key communication strategies for navigating conversations about their child’s special education services and programs. Participants will learn how to prepare effectively for school meetings and practice skills for active, positive participation in the special education process. American Sign Language interpreters can be requested on the registration link. Requests MUST be
Submitted by August 13th: https://form.jotform.com/252034466661153
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Mental Health & Youth with Disabilities

Spotting early warning signs and supporting open communication

Two sessions of this workshop will be offered on Monday, June 23rd, from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM and on Wednesday, June 25th 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM.
CLICK HERE to register in advance.

Children and adolescents with disabilities are 20-30% more likely to develop co-existing mental health issues compared to their peers, and they may face challenges in communicating thoughts and feelings, developing appropriate strategies for support, and creating accessible outlets for emotional regulation. At this virtual workshop and parent network event, parents/caregivers, families, and service providers can find support from others with similar experiences caring for youth with disabilities! Identify early signs of mental illness and address concerning thoughts and behaviors. Connect with the TRI Parent Empowerment Program support network. Hear advice, support, and perspectives from other families. Learn how to have safe and open conversations about mental health with children and adolescents with disabilities.

  • Identify early signs of mental illness and address concerning thoughts and behaviors.
  • Connect with the TRI Parent Empowerment Program support network.
  • Hear advice, support, and perspectives from other families.
  • Learn how to have safe and open conversations about mental health with children and adolescents with disabilities.

For a copy of the PDF flyer, click on the image below:

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Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) Info Sessions

RSVP for one of our monthly Parent Empowerment Program (PEP) Info Sessions! Info sessions take place on the 2nd Monday of the month from, 9:30 am -10:30 am via Zoom. Click this link to get started: https://form.jotform.com/250894916586171
You will be emailed the Zoom invitation by the next business day.

PEP info flyer for 2025

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