Online and Phone Family Support Group
2021-01-26 18:30 - 19:30, 2021-01-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-02-02 18:30 - 19:30, 2021-02-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-02-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2021-02-11 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-02-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2021-02-18 10:00 - 11:00 (America/New_York) and 12 more dates | NY
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 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.

Social Stories Workshop
2021-01-27 18:00 - 20:00 | NY
Please join the Family Resource Network for a workshop on:
Social Stories
Date: Wednesday, January 27
Time: 6-8 pm Online
Presenter Robin Buchman will discuss:

What is a social story?
How to use social stories
How to write a social story for your loved one

Register here
To register online, go to www.familyrn.org and click on “News and Events” and then “Events Calendar”. 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.***

Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Virtual UNO Night
2021-02-10 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Virtual Uno Night: Teen Scene and Dragon Dates
Wednesday, February 10th, 5:00-6:30pm via ZOOM
Have a fun family game night at home in the company of friends from FRN through virtual UNO! We will be playing multiple hands of UNO! Prizes will be given for the winner of each round.
With the need for physical distancing, Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates will continue hosting virtual events via Zoom until further
notice. The age range for Teen Scene events has been expanded and these will be open to any school aged youth. Dragon Dates events are for individuals with OPWDD eligibility living in the family home in Broome, Chenango, Otsego, Delaware, Tioga or Tompkins County.
Registration is REQUIRED.
Registration Form
If you have any questions, call FRN at 607-432-0001 and ask for Kristin.

Bring Your Child's IEP Night
2021-02-10 18:00 - 20:00 | NY
Join the Family Resource Network for a Lay Advocacy Workshop:
Bring Your Child’s IEP Night:
With CSE season just around the corner, do you know what your child’s IEP really says?
Wednesday, February 10, 2021
6:00-8:00 pm
Online
Our advocates will walk you through the NY State IEP and discuss what each section means. If you’d like, bring a copy of your child’s IEP and follow along. Advocates will be available at the end of the presentation for individual questions and consultations. Learn about:
 IEP Classifications
 Present Levels of Performance
 Where in the IEP are YOUR concerns included
 SMART Goals
 Testing Accommodations
 Transition Plans
 And more…

Registration is required. To register online, go to www.familyrn.org and click on “News and Events” and then “Events Calendar”. For assistance with registration or for questions about this workshop, 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 “Advocacy” to their budgets prior to attending. Please contact FRN for assistance and adding this to your budget.***

Teen Scene: Getting Organized!
2021-02-22 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please Join the Family Resource Network Teen Scene for a workshop on:
Getting Organized-A Fresh Start for a New Year!
Monday, February 22nd, 5:00-6:30pm – Via ZOOM
Do you struggle with keeping track of all your obligations, appointments, assignments, extracurricular activities, etc?
This month we have a special training targeted at our older youth (ages 12-19) to help you get organized!
During the workshop participants will:
 Gain tools for prioritizing commitments and responsibilities
 Learn how to utilize a planner to keep track of homework,
appointments, events, extracurricular activities and more!
 Learn ways to effectively take and organize notes to study
more efficiently.
 And more!
Everyone who registers will also be able to chose from 3 options for their very own planner to put into practice tools they
have gained during the workshop!
*Registration is required!*
Registration Form
For more information or to register by phone please call FRN @ 607-432-0001 and ask for Kristin

Service Dogs, Therapy Dogs, and Emotional Support Animals
2021-02-24 09:00 - 11:00 | NY
Please join the Family Resource Network for this workshop
Service Dogs, Therapy Dogs, and Emotional Support Animals
Representatives from the ARC Ontario Therapy Dog Training Program will discuss:
 The differences between service animals, therapy animals, and emotional support animals
 What legal protections does each kind of animal have?
 How are these animals trained?
 Is a service or support animal right for your family?
02/24/2021 9 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Zoom

Please check our website and Facebook page for updates
Online
Registration is required.
To register online, go to www.familyrn.org and click on “News and Events” and then “Events Calendar”. 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.***

Teen Scene and Dragon Dates: Knot Blankets
2021-03-08 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Knot Blankets with Teen Scene and Dragon Dates
Monday, March 8th at 5 pm to 6:30 pm via Zoom
Join us for a relaxing evening of making no sew fleece knot blankets! We thought making these cozy lap blankets would be the perfect way to round up the winter months. The Family Resource Network will provide the fleece needed to make the blankets to anyone who registers before Wednesday, March 3rd. Participants will need to be prepared with their own scissors, ruler, and work space in order to complete the project.
With the need for physical distancing, Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates will continue hosting virtual events via Zoom until further
notice. The age range for Teen Scene events has been expanded and these will be open to any school aged youth.
Dragon Dates events are for individuals with OPWDD eligibility living in the family home in Broome, Chenango, Otsego, Delaware, Tioga or Tompkins County.
Registration is required – Registration Form
If you have any questions, please contact Kristin at 607-432-0001.

Advocacy Steps and Effective Communication for In-Person and Virtual Settings
2021-03-12 09:00 - 11:00 | NY
Please join the Family Resource Network for our upcoming workshop:
Advocacy Steps and Effective Communication for In-Person and Virtual Settings
Friday, March 12
9:00-11:00 am
Via Zoom
Do you come away from meetings not saying what you intended or feeling as though your viewpoint is misunderstood? Do you listen to what other team members say? How do you respond?
Communication is key to effective partnerships. Learn to recognize the barriers in communication that can get in the way of collaboration and positive outcomes. Strengthen your advocacy skills by learning effective and collaborative communication strategies for in-person and virtual meetings and interactions.
Participants will gain information on how to:
 Identify barriers to effective communication
 Learn techniques to remove barriers
 Learn elements for effective teamwork and positive interactions
About 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, Madison, Chenango, Otsego and Delaware Counties.
Register is required: click here
To register online, go to www.familyrn.org and click on the News & Events link and the Event Calendar. To register by phone, call the Family Resource Network at 432-0001.
***This workshop is funded through a grant from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Self-directing families will need to add “Advocacy” to their budgets prior to attending. Please contact FRN for assistance adding this to your budget.***

Dragon Dates and Teen Scene Virtual Bingo
2021-03-17 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Virtual Bingo Night with Dragon Dates and Teen Scene
Wednesday, March 17th at 5 pm – 6:30 pm via Zoom
Have a fun family game night at home in the company of friends from FRN through a virtual BINGO game! We will be playing multiple rounds. All family members are encouraged to join in! Prizes will be given to the first person to get BINGO in each round. With this event landing on St. Patrick’s Day we hope to weave in some extra lucky fun! Wear your green for our meeting if you would like. There will be an additional prize for the participant with the best St. Patrick’s Day costume!

With the need for physical distancing, Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates will continue hosting virtual events via Zoom until further notice. The age range for Teen Scene events has been expanded and these will be open to any school aged youth. Dragon Dates events are for individuals with OPWDD eligibility living in the family home in Broome, Chenango, Otsego, Delaware, Tioga or Tompkins County.
Registration is REQUIRED! Please fill out the following form to register: Registration Form
After registering, an email will be sent to you with the Zoom link for the event as well as the number of BINGO cards needed for participants.
If you have any questions, please call Kristin at 607-432-0001.

Special Evening Edition: March Lunch and Learn
2021-03-18 18:00 - 19:00 | NY
Our monthly Lunch and Learn Series is intended to connect our community to local resources, professionals, and leaders. We will present a different topic each month.
Thursday, 03/18/2021 Time: 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Zoom Meeting
For the month of March please join us for a special evening edition of our ongoing Lunch and Learn series when we invite the Inner LimeLight Theatre Project to present on their program. The Inner LimeLight Theatre Project is designed to empower, educate, and improve expression for individuals with different abilities through voice, dance, and visual arts. The organization is run by Director Jean Graham, who is a Speech and Language Pathologist by trade and an artistic performer with over 20 years of experience in dance, voice, and acting. Inner LimeLight Theatre regularly hosts workshops and collaborates with many organizations all over the Binghamton area.
Registration is required: click here
To register online, go to www.familyrn.org and click on the News & Events link and the Event Calendar. To register by phone, call the Family Resource Network at 432-0001.
View upcoming events by visiting our website: www.familyrn.org and click on the News & Events link and the Event Calendar.
****This workshop is funded through a grant from the Office of 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***

Teen Scene and Dragon Dates: Virtual Cook-a-Long
2021-03-24 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Virtual Cook-a-Long with Teen Scene and Dragon Dates
Wednesday, March 24th at 5 pm to 6:30 pm via Zoom
We are excited to host another virtual cooking class. Our last cooking event focused on healthy meals and snacks, but this month we are focused on everything sweet! Participants will be guided through various dessert recipes and have the opportunity to create some treats with us. Please register by Wednesday, March 17th in order to receive your free supply kit.
With the need for physical distancing, Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates will continue hosting virtual events via Zoom until further notice. The age range for Teen Scene events has been expanded and these will be open to any school aged youth.
Dragon Dates events are for individuals with OPWDD eligibility living in the family home in Broome, Chenango, Otsego, Delaware, Tioga or Tompkins County.
Registration is required – Registration Form.
If you have any questions, please contact Kristin at 607-432-0001.
