Mission
Family Resource Network
Individuals with special needs deserve every opportunity to achieve their unique potential. The Family Resource Network was founded by parents to enhance the lives of individuals with special needs and their families, empowering them to lead productive independent lives within the community.
A Word From Our Team
"We are very excited to be celebrating the 25 th year of “Opening the Door to the World for Your Child” and we are feeling very positive as we start off on the next chapter of this journey. There are so many good things happening in our communities that are a result of people being connected and educated about supports and services that are available to their loved ones. We plan to continue to be a big part of helping make those connections and ensuring that everyone is able to reach their potential in leading independent, productive lives within the community."
- Family Resource Network
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Our Upcoming Curricular Events & Activities
21
July
2020 Conference Series: Supporting Healthy Relationships (Part 1)
Individuals with Autism and other developmental disabilities have the same need for human connection as we all do, but they may need extra support to develop and maintain healthy and safe relationships. Consuelo Senior will discuss supporting healthy relationships in people with developmental disabilities from childhood to old age.
Topics will include:
- Friendships
- Social skills and “Likeability”
- Dating
- Sexuality
- Making and maintaining social connections while physically distancing
22
July
2020 Conference Series: Supporting Healthy Relationships (Part 2)
Individuals with Autism and other developmental disabilities have the same need for human connection as we all do, but they may need extra support to develop and maintain healthy and safe relationships. Consuelo Senior will discuss supporting healthy relationships in people with developmental disabilities from childhood to old age.
Topics will include:
- Friendships
- Social skills and “Likeability”
- Dating
- Sexuality
- Making and maintaining social connections while physically distancing
24
July
RTI, 504, IEP: Whats the Difference?
When a child qualifies for special education services, federal law requires the development of a document called an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Some students may not qualify for an IEP, but may receive accommodations and modifications from a 504 Plan or may receive support through Response to Intervention (RTI).
This workshop will explain the process for receiving supports and services through general and/or special education.
- Understand the differences between building level (or general education) services and special education services
- Understand the processes and steps for each of these systems
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How Can You Help?
How can you help? If you are the parent or guardian of a child or adult with OPWDD eligibility, the biggest thing you can do to help is to take advantage of the services that we provide. Because these services are grant-funded, we must show that they are needed to be...
Riverside Apartments Project Deserves Community Support
I am writing to express our strong support for the development of the Riverside Apartments project in Oneonta. As an organization that has been aiding families in a wide range of circumstances for 25 years, we are very excited to see that our long-time community...
Family Resource Network is Hiring!
As a parent or guardian of a child with special needs, your lived experience could go a long way in helping others. The Family Resource Network of Oneonta has rewarding employment opportunities for Family Peer Advocates. You must be able to use your own experiences...