Family Resource Network

Online and Phone Parent Support Group
2023-11-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-11-21 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-11-28 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-12-05 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-12-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-12-12 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-12-19 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-12-21 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) | NY
Online and Phone Parent Support Group
At Family Resource Network, we recognize that during these difficult times, families of individuals with special needs are facing unique challenges and may feel even more isolated While we can’t meet in-person to support one another, we invite you to join us for online support groups. These will be conducted through Zoom Meetings, and families may participate online or by phone. We are offering these groups as an opportunity for families to form connections, support, and learn from each other. We will be offering two groups per week: one morning and one evening.
Registration is required.
Registration Link
For questions, or assistance with registration, please call Terry at (607)287-3816.
Support groups are funded through a grant from OPWDD. The families of OPWDD-eligible individuals in Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, Tioga, and Tompkins Counties will be given priority. Self-directing families in these counties must include “Training Groups” in their self-direction budgets. By registering for this support group, you agree to have this program added to your budget. Please contact Robin at rpiefer@familyrn.org with any questions.

TS/DD Event: Bowling
2023-11-19 14:00 - 16:00 | East Main Lanes and Lounge, 1 East Main Street, Sidney, NY
Come join the Family Resource Network’s Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Programs for a Bowling Event!
Sunday, November 19, 2023
2:00pm-4:00pm
East Main Lanes & Lounge
1 East Main Street
Sidney, NY
Enjoy a couple hours of fun at the Bowling Alley! Family Resource Network will pay for shoe rental and two games of bowling per family. A pizza lunch will be provided!
Please Register by November 17th
Registration is REQUIRED.
To register please follow the link below. To register by phone or for additional information please call FRN @ 607-432-0001
Registration Form
The age range for Teen Scene events has been expanded and Teen Scene events will be open to any school aged youth in Otsego, Delaware and Chenango County.
Dragon Dates events are for the families of individuals with OPWDD eligibility living in the family home in Broome, Chenango, Otsego, Delaware, Tioga or Tompkins County. Self-directing families will need to add “Social Skills” to their budgets before attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.
*This is a family event. FRN is not responsible for supervision.*

No Online and Phone Parent Support Group Today
2023-11-23 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
No Online and Phone Parent Support Group Today
Happy Thanksgiving!!

TS/DD Event: Virtual Cook-a-Long
2023-11-27 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Programs for our upcoming event
Virtual Cook-a-Long: Casserole for a Chilly Day
Monday, November 27th
5:00pm-6:30pm
Online via ZOOM
The Family Resource Network is excited for this month’s virtual cook-a-long. For a chilly November evening we are going to warm up with a Casserole for dinner. FRN will lead participants through two recipes, one for a hearty casserole dish and the other for cornbread and we will help cover the cost of the ingredients. FRN will be providing families gift cards and a supply list that they can use to get the ingredients they need to prepare both recipes. Please register by Monday, November 20th in order to receive your gift card prior to the event. You will have the option to select from Walmart, Hannaford or Price Chopper and we will mail your gift card after the registration deadline.
Registration is required
To register please follow the link below:
Registration Form
The age range for Teen Scene events has been expanded and Teen Scene events will be open to any school aged youth in Otsego, Delaware and Chenango County.
Dragon Dates events are for the families of individuals with OPWDD eligibility living in the family home in Broome, Chenango, Otsego, Delaware, Tioga or Tompkins County. Self-directing families will need to add “Social Skills” to their budgets before attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.
Questions? Call FRN at 607-432-0001 and ask for Kristin.

Embark Parent Support Group
2023-11-29 18:30 - 19:30 | NY
Embark Parent Support Group
The Embark Program requires registration through email communication with Robin Piefer at: rpiefer@familyrn.org or a phone call with Robin Piefer at 607-287-6358.
There is no link provided for this calendar event.
Support groups are funded through a grant from OPWDD. The families of OPWDD-eligible individuals in Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, Tioga, and Tompkins Counties will be given priority. Self-directing families in these counties must include “Training Groups” in their self-direction budgets. By registering for this support group, you agree to have this program added to your budget. Please contact Robin at rpiefer@familyrn.org with any questions.

TS/DD Event: Virtual Game Night
2023-12-04 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Programs for a Virtual Game Night!
Monday, December 4th
5:00pm-6:30pm
Online via Zoom
Have a fun family game night at home in the company of friends from FRN. We will be playing Kahoot, our trivia style game, in addition to BINGO. There will be multiple rounds of each. All family members are encouraged to join in! Prizes will be given to the winners of each round.
.Registration is required
To register please visit follow the link below:
Registration Form
The age range for Teen Scene events has been expanded and Teen Scene events will be open to any school aged youth in Otsego, Delaware and Chenango County.
Dragon Dates events are for the families of individuals with OPWDD eligibility living in the family home in Broome, Chenango, Otsego, Delaware, Tioga or Tompkins County. Self-directing families will need to add “Social Skills” to their budgets before attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.
Questions? Call FRN at 607-432-0001 and ask for Kristin

Lay Advocacy: Pathways to Graduation
2023-12-06 09:00 - 11:00 | NY
Lay Advocacy: Pathways to Graduation
Wednesday, December 6, 2023
9:00-11:00 am
Online
Learn what “pathways to graduation” are available for students who have disabilities in New York State. What does each diploma, credential, and certificate offer for a student’s future? What is the difference between a local diploma, a Regents diploma, and a Skills and Achievement Commencement Credential?

This workshop will help you and your student make informed decisions regarding school, placement, and services.

Understand the difference between each diploma and credential and the impacts on post-secondary options.
Gain information to help you and your child make informed decisions regarding school, placement, and services.

Kara Georgi is the Parent Education Specialist for Starbridge Parent Training and Information Center. She offers support and information for families and professionals navigating the special education system in Cayuga, Tompkins, Onondaga, Cortland, Broome, Chenango, Madison, Otsego, and Delaware Counties.
Registration is required.
Register Here
For questions or for assistance in registering, please call Terry at (607)287-3816.
***This training is provided through a grant from OPWDD. Self-directing families will need to add “Advocacy” to their budgets. For assistance in adding this program to your budget, please contact Robin at (607)287-6358.***

Personal Power, Praise, and Positive Discipline
2023-12-13 18:00 - 20:00 | NY
The Family Resource Network, Inc.
PERSONAL POWER, PRAISE AND POSITIVE DISCIPLINE

Parents will become familiar with the concepts of Personal Power

Parents will learn types of Praise (being and doing)

Parents will learn ways to Empower

Parents will learn the 3 steps to ACTion

The Family Resource Network will be offering this single session workshop presented by Robin Piefer and Terry DiLuzio, trained Nurturing Parenting facilitators focusing on positive parenting of children diagnosed with special needs and/or health challenges.
The Nurturing Program for parents and Their Children with Special Needs and Health Challenges is designed to help families explore their hopes and fears, develop effective parenting skills, enhance communication, develop strategies for facing challenges and recognize opportunities for celebration and growth.
This is an interactive workshop and participants are encouraged to keep their cameras and microphones on during the session with the presenters. We do understand that everyone has different comfort levels when it comes to the use of video conferencing.
Date: Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
*Registration is required*
Register Here
For assistance with registration or for questions, please
call Terry at (607)287-3816.
***This workshop is funded through a grant from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Self-directing families will need to add “Training Groups” to their budgets prior to attending. Please contact FRN for assistance adding this to your budget.***

Embark Parent Support Group
2023-12-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-12-20 18:30 - 19:30 | NY
Embark Parent Support Group
The Embark Program requires registration through email communication with Robin Piefer at: rpiefer@familyrn.org or phone call at 607-287-6358.
There is no link provided for this calendar event.
Support groups are funded through a grant from OPWDD. The families of OPWDD-eligible individuals in Broome, Chenango, Delaware, Otsego, Tioga, and Tompkins Counties will be given priority. Self-directing families in these counties must include “Training Groups” in their self-direction budgets. By registering for this support group, you agree to have this program added to your budget. Please contact Robin at rpiefer@familyrn.org with any questions.

TS/DD Event: Winter Crafts
2023-12-17 13:00 - 15:00 | Family Resource Network, 46 Oneida Street, Oneonta, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Programs for Winter Crafts
Sunday, December 17th
1:00pm-3:00pm
FRN Office
46 Oneida Street
Oneonta, NY
Join your friends from FRN for an afternoon of Arts and Crafts. Participants will be guided through two snowman themed crafts. As we approach the holidays these would make the perfect gift for a special person in your life or just to decorate your home!
Registration is required
To register please visit follow the link below:
Registration Form
The age range for Teen Scene events has been expanded and Teen Scene events will be open to any school aged youth in Otsego, Delaware and Chenango County.
Dragon Dates events are for the families of individuals with OPWDD eligibility living in the family home in Broome, Chenango, Otsego, Delaware, Tioga or Tompkins County. Self-directing families will need to add “Social Skills” to their budgets before attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.
Questions? Call FRN at 607-432-0001 and ask for Kristin

No Online and Phone Parent Support Group
2023-12-26 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-12-28 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
No Online and Phone Parent Support Group
Due to Winter Break!

TS/DD Event Virtual Game Night
2024-01-08 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Programs for our January Virtual Game Night!
Monday, January 8th
5:00pm-6:30pm
Online via Zoom
Have a fun family game night at home in the company of friends from FRN. We will be playing Kahoot, our trivia style game, in addition to BINGO. There will be multiple rounds of each. All family members are encouraged to join in! Prizes will be given to the winners of each round.
Registration is required
To register please follow the link below:
Registration Form
The age range for Teen Scene events has been expanded and Teen Scene events will be open to any school aged youth in Otsego, Delaware and Chenango County.
Dragon Dates events are for the families of individuals with OPWDD eligibility living in the family home in Broome, Chenango, Otsego, Delaware, Tioga or Tompkins County. Self-directing families will need to add “Social Skills” to their budgets before attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.
Questions? Call FRN at 607-432-0001 and ask for Kristin

Online and Phone Parent Support Group
2024-01-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-01-16 18:30 - 19:30 | NY
Please Join the Family Resource Network for Our
Online and Phone Family Support Groups:
At Family Resource Network, we recognize that during these difficult times, families of individuals with special needs are facing unique challenges and may feel even more isolated. While we can’t meet in-person to support one another, we invite you to join us for online support groups. These will be conducted through Zoom Meetings, and families may participate online or by phone. We are offering these groups as an opportunity for families to form connections, support, and learn from each other.
Support Groups meet every Tuesday evening and the first and third Thursday morning of each month.
Registration is required.
REGISTER HERE
For questions, or to participate by phone, please call Terry at (607)287-3816.
***Support Groups are funded by a grant from the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities. Self-directing families will need to add “training groups” to their budgets. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.***

The Nurturing Philosophy
2024-01-17 18:00 - 20:00 | NY
Please join the Family Resource Network for this upcoming training:
The Nurturing Philosophy
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
6:00-8:00pm
Online via Zoom
This workshop will focus on positive parenting skills for the families of children with special needs or health challenges.

Learn about the Six Key Values of the Nurturing Philosophy.
Learn about respect, empathy, and personal power.
Learn how to help children with special needs and health challenges feel powerful

Our presenters: Robin Piefer and Terry DiLuzio, Nurturing Parenting Facilitators. The Nurturing Program for Parents and Their Children with Special Needs and Health Challenges is designed to help families explore their hopes and fears, develop effective parenting skills, enhance communication, develop strategies for facing challenges and recognize opportunities for celebration and growth.
This is an interactive workshop and participants are encouraged to keep their cameras and microphones on during the session with the presenters. We do understand that everyone has different comfort levels when it comes to the use of video conferencing.
Registration is required
REGISTER HERE
For questions or assistance with registration please contact Terry DiLuzio at 607-287-3816.
***This training is funded by the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities. Self-Directing families will need to add “Training Groups” to their budgets. Please contact Robin at (607) 287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.***

Online and Phone Parent Support Group
2024-01-18 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-01-23 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-01-30 18:30 - 19:30 | NY
Please Join the Family Resource Network for Our
Online and Phone Family Support Groups:
At Family Resource Network, we recognize that during these difficult times, families of individuals with special needs are facing unique challenges and may feel even more isolated. While we can’t meet in-person to support one another, we invite you to join us for online support groups. These will be conducted through Zoom Meetings, and families may participate online or by phone. We are offering these groups as an opportunity for families to form connections, support, and learn from each other.
Support Groups meet every Tuesday evening and the first and third Thursday morning of each month.
***Registration is required***
REGISTER HERE
For questions, or to participate by phone, please call Terry at (607)287-3816.
***Support Groups are funded by a grant from the Office of People with Developmental Disabilities. Self-directing families will need to add “training groups” to their budgets. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.***

Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)
2024-01-19 09:00 - 11:00 | NY
Please join the Family Resource Network and Starbridge for our upcoming training:
Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and
Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs)

Friday, January 19
9:00-11:00
Online
Sometimes a child’s behaviors interfere with learning. Students and teachers need strategies to minimize those behaviors and to maximize learning opportunities. This workshop will explore the nature of a child’s behavior and when a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) should be requested. An FBA helps to determine why a student engages in behaviors that impede learning. We will share tools and strategies to support student success, and what types of supports and services might be needed.
• Understand the terms Functional Behavioral Assessment and Behavior Intervention Plan
• Understand the process by which these are developed
• Be able to actively participate in the process of developing these plans
Our speaker: Kara Georgi is the Parent Education Specialist for Starbridge Parent Training and Information Center. She offers support and information for families and professionals navigating the special education system in Cayuga, Tompkins, Onondaga, Cortland, Broome, Chenango, Madison, Otsego, and Delaware Counties.
***Registration Required***
REGISTER HERE
For questions or help registering, please contact Terry at (607)287-3816
***This workshop is provided through a grant from OPWDD. Self-directing families will need to add “Training Groups” to their budgets before attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for help adding this program to your child’s budget.

Supplemental Needs Trusts and Guardianship
2024-01-26 09:00 - 12:00 | NY
FRN Workshop:

Supplemental Needs Trusts and Guardianship
Presented by Greg Catarella, Esq.
Friday, January 26, 2024
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
(Online via Zoom)
Have questions about setting up Trusts for your loved ones?
Need advice about setting up a plan for a Guardianship?
Join us for an informational workshop presented by Greg Catarella and gain valuable information pertaining to financial planning for the future of your loved one with a disability.
Greg S. Catarella, Esq., is licensed to practice law in the State of New York. He concentrates his law practice in the areas of Elder Law, Estate Planning and Administration, Trusts, and Guardianships. For over 20 years, Greg has been helping clients and their families find peace of mind in a world that is unnecessarily complex.
***Registration Required***
REGISTER HERE
For assistance with registration or for questions please call Terry at 607-287-3816.
***This workshop is funded through a grant from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Self-directing families will need to add “Training Groups” to their budgets prior to attending. Please contact FRN for assistance adding this to your budget.***

TS/DD Event: Paint and Dip
2024-01-28 13:00 - 15:00 | Family Resource Network, 46 Oneida Street, Oneonta, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates programs for a Paint and Dip!
Sunday, January 28th
1:00pm-3:00pm
FRN Office
46 Oneida Street
Oneonta, NY
Join us for an afternoon of painting with friends! This is a directed painting activity and Program Coordinator Kristin will guide participants through a floral painting design. This will give every participant the opportunity to enjoy painting while putting their own spin on the same pattern. All necessary supplies will be provided and each participant will get to take home their unique piece of art! A pizza dinner will be provided.
Please Register by January 25th
Registration is REQUIRED.
To register please follow the link below:
Registration Form
The age range for Teen Scene events has been expanded and Teen Scene events will be open to any school aged youth in Otsego, Delaware and Chenango County.
Dragon Dates events are for the families of individuals with OPWDD eligibility living in the family home in Broome, Chenango, Otsego, Delaware, Tioga or Tompkins County. Self-directing families will need to add “Social Skills” to their budgets before attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.
*This is a family event. FRN is not responsible for supervision.*
