Family Resource Network

Online and Phone Family Support Group
2022-11-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-11-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-11-15 18:30 - 19:30, 2022-11-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-11-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2022-11-29 18:30 - 19:30, 2022-12-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2022-12-06 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) and 5 more dates | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Online and Phone Family 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 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.

Online and Phone Family Support Groups
2022-11-08 18:30 - 19:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States

TS/DD In-Person Event: Bowling @ East Main Lanes
2022-11-19 13:30 - 15:30 | 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 an In-Person Bowling Event!
Saturday, November 19th, 2022
1:30pm-3:30pm
East Main Lanes & Lounge
1 East Main Street
Sidney, NY
Enjoy an afternoon 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 15th
Registration is REQUIRED.
To register online 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.*

TS/DD Virtual Cook-a-Long: Holiday Side Dishes
2022-11-21 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: Holiday Side Dishes
Monday, November 21st
5:00pm-6:30pm
Online via ZOOM
The Family Resource Network is excited for this month’s virtual cook-a-long, and our last cook-a-long for 2022! For November we will be getting ready for the holidays! FRN will lead participants through two holiday side dish recipes including a casserole and stuffing that we will supply the ingredients for! Please register by Monday, November 14th in order to receive your free supply kit. If you live within 10 miles of the Family Resource Network office it can be delivered. If you live farther away, you can schedule a time to pick up the kit.
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.

Supplemental Needs Trusts & Guardianship
2022-11-30 09:00 - 12:00
Family Resource Network Workshop:
Supplemental Needs Trusts and Guardianship
Presented by Greg Catarella, Esq.
Wednesday, November 30, 2022
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***

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For questions or assistance with registration 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 Robin at 607-287-6358 for assistance adding this to your budget.***

TS/DD Event: Virtual Game Night
2022-12-05 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network for our upcoming event:
Virtual Game Night!
Monday, December 5th
5:00pm-6:30pm
Online via Zoom
Have a fun family game night at home in the company of friends from FRN. Kahoot, our trivia style game, was such a big hit during our last game night, we will be playing it again 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 these will be open to any school aged youth in Otsego, Delaware and Chenango County.
Dragon Dates events are for 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.

TS/DD In-person Event: Paint and Dip
2022-12-12 17:00 - 18:30 | Elm Park Methodist Church, 401 Chestnut St, Oneonta, NY, 13820, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates programs for an in-person Paint and Dip!
Monday, December 12th
5:00pm-6:30pm
Elm Park United Methodist Church
401 Chestnut Street
Oneonta, NY
Join us for a night of painting with friends! The Family Resource Network is excited to be able to offer an in-person Paint and Dip! This is a directed painting activity and Program Coordinator Kristin will guide participants through a winter themed design (pictured above). 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 December 9th
Registration is REQUIRED.
To register online 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.*

Autism Conference: Preparing for Life: Managing Overwhelming Emotions and Teaching Key Life Skills
2022-12-16 09:00 - 15:00 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network for a full day Autism Conference:
Preparing for Life: Managing Overwhelming Emotions and Teaching Key Life Skills
Friday, December 16, 2022
9:00 am- 3:00 pm
Online
Individuals with social-behavioral challenges and/or ASD often present with difficulty regulating their feelings and interacting socially. The first part of this workshop outlines predictors of better outcome and how to maximize motivation and engagement of students. The second part discusses the pitfalls of a traditional escalating disciplinary model and the need to understand why students are having behavioral challenges. The focus is on both soothing moments of dysregulation, de-escalating meltdowns, and problem solving repeat problems. This problem solving involves identifying triggers to overwhelming frustration and anxiety, and designing effective behavior plans for each of those triggers. The third part of the presentation details strategies to teach social skills, how to generalize skills into the natural setting and increase acceptance and tolerance from peers. Information will be imparted though lecture, interactive exercises, and video clips.
Our Presenter: Jed Baker, Ph.D. is the director of the Social Skills Training Project, an organization serving individuals with autism and social communication problems. He writes, lectures, and provides training internationally on the topic of social skills training and managing challenging behaviors. He is an award winning author of 8 books, including Social Skills Training for Children and Adolescents with Aspergers Syndrome and Social Communication Problems; Preparing for Life: The Complete Handbook for the Transition to Adulthood for Those with Autism and Aspergers Syndrome; The Social Skills Picture Book; The Social Skills Picture Book for High School and Beyond; No More Meltdowns: Positive Strategies for Managing and Preventing Out-of-Control Behavior; No More Victims: Protecting those with Autism from Cyber Bullying, Internet Predators & Scams; Overcoming Anxiety in Children and Teens; and School Shadow Guidelines. His work has also been featured on ABC World News, Nightline, the CBS Early Show, and the Discovery Health Channel.
Conference Outline:
Predictors of successful outcomes in those with special needs:

Building self-awareness
Promoting motivation and active engagement
Collaborative problem solving

Understanding of challenging behaviors precedes effective intervention:

Fear as the most common feeling behind oppositional/defiant behaviors in individuals with ASD, ADHD, Bipolar and multiple learning disabilities
How caregivers can first manage their own anxiety before dealing with their kid’s behaviors
Developing the right attitude to address challenging behaviors: Research on hope and attributional style of teachers and parents

Managing and preventing challenging behaviors:

Crisis management: De-escalating meltdowns though distraction/ soothing
Identifying the 7 common triggers to frustration and anxiety
Creating prevention plans for each of the 7 common triggers
Anxiety management

Why most social skills programs fail! Six key Components of Social Skills Training:

One size does not fit all: Prioritizing relevant skill goals

Registration is Required
To register online please follow the link below. For assistance with registration or for questions, please call Terry at (607)287-3816.
REGISTRATION FORM
This workshop is funded through a grant from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD). Self-directing families will need to add “Enhanced Autism Training” to their budgets prior to attending. Please contact Robin for assistance adding this to your budget at 607-432-0001.
**Do you miss our in-person events? If you would like to participate in this online conference with other families, please contact Family Resource Network. Come watch the conference with us! Lunch will be provided.**

Training: Bring Your Child's IEP Night
2022-12-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Upcoming FRN Training:
Bring Your Child’s IEP Night
It’s almost IEP season. Do you know what your child’s IEP really says? Our advocates will walk you through the NY State IEP and discuss what each section means. 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 YOUR concerns are included
SMART Goals
Testing Accommodations
Transition Plans

And more!
Monday, December 19, 2022
6:00-8:00 pm
Online
Registration is required.
To register online, please follow the link below. For assistance with registration or for questions, please call Terry at (607)287-3816.
REGISTRATION FORM
***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 Robin for assistance adding this to your budget at 607-432-0001.***

Online and Phone Parent Support Group
2023-01-03 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-01-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-01-10 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-01-12 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-01-17 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-01-19 10:00 - 11:00
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 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.

TS/DD Event: Virtual Game Night
2023-01-09 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network for our upcoming event:
Virtual Game Night!
Monday, January 9th
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 BINGO, Kahoot, our trivia style game, as well trying out a few new games we haven’t played before. 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 these will be open to any school aged youth in Otsego, Delaware and Chenango County.
Dragon Dates events are for 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.

Preparing for Your Child's CPSE or CSE Meeting
2023-01-13 09:30 - 11:30
The Family Resource Network

Preparing for Your Child’s CPSE/CSE Meeting

The past two years have disrupted education for almost every student in the world. As this year’s CPSE and CSE Meetings approach, it is more important than ever to be prepared. What can you do to prepare for your child’s CPSE or CSE meeting and ensure you have meaningful participation in the IEP Process?
Education Advocates Robin Piefer, Pattie Kinter, and Terry DiLuzio
will discuss:
· Preparing for in-person, video-conference, and telephone conference meetings
· 6 things you can do to prepare for your meeting
· 5 things to remember during your meeting
· 3 things you should do after your meeting

Friday, January 13, 2023
9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
ONLINE
Registration is required
Register HERE
For questions or assistance with registration, call Terry at (607)287-3816.
***This training is provided 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. For assistance in adding this to your budget, please contact Robin at (607)287-6358.***

TS/DD Event: Virtual Cook-a-Long FRN Chili Bowl 2023
2023-01-23 17:00 - 18:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates programs for our first virtual Cook-a-Long of the year!
FRN Chili Bowl 2023
Monday, January 23rd
5:00pm-6:30pm
Online via Zoom
The Family Resource Network is excited for this month’s virtual cook-a-long, and our first cook-a-long for 2023! Although we won’t be having a contest, during our Chili Bowl cook-a-long participants will learn how to make good chili any way you like it! And what better way to warm up on a cold winter night than with a hearty bowl of chili? FRN will lead participants through a versatile chili recipe that can be tailored to your families preferences. We will supply many of the necessary ingredients as well as provide a list of optional ingredients you might want to try as well! Please register by Monday, January 16th in order to receive your free supply kit. If you live within 10 miles of the Family Resource Network office it can be delivered. If you live farther away, you can schedule a time to pick up the kit.
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.
