Family Resource Network

Online and Phone Parent Support Group
2024-08-27 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York) | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
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 the 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.***

Online and Phone Family Support Group
2024-09-03 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-09-05 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
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 the 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.***

TS/DD Event: Mini Golf
2024-09-07 12:00 - 15:00 | Oneonta Sports Park, 132 County Hwy 47, Oneonta, NY
Come join the Family Resource Network’s Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Programs for our Fall Mini Golf Event!
Saturday, September 7th
12:00pm-3:00pm
Oneonta Sports Park
132 County Hwy 47
Oneonta, NY
Enjoy a round of mini golf with the Family Resource Network! The Family Resource Network will cover a game of Mini golf for each family member followed by a pizza lunch at the picnic area at the Sports Park.
Please Register by September 5th
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.*

Online and Phone Family Support Group
2024-09-10 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-09-17 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-09-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-24 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-10-01 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-11-05 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-11-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-11-12 18:30 - 19:30 and 1 more date | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States

Training: The Power of Play and Socialization
2024-09-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Join Family Resource Network for our upcoming training on the
Power of Play and Socialization
Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Online via ZOOM
Play is an important part of a child’s life and essential to learning and development. Play allows persons to interact with others, learn new skills, and develop trust. It facilitates practice in decision making and conflict resolution, hones critical thinking skills, and above all else, provides opportunities to have fun in the company of others. Join Family Resource Network for this interactive workshop on play and socialization.
This workshop will discuss:

The types and stages of play
A parent’s role in children’s play
How to support play
Socialization and inclusion

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.
Our Presenters: Robin Piefer and Terry DiLuzio, Education Advocates and trained facilitators focusing on positive parenting of children diagnosed with special needs 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.
*Registration is required*
To register online please follow the link below:
Registration Form
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.***

30th Anniversary Celebration
2024-09-14 17:00 - 20:00 | Foothills Performing Arts Center, 24 Market Street, Oneonta, New York
Please join the Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Programs for our upcoming event
30th Anniversary Celebration
Help the Family Resource Network Celebrate our 30th Anniversary of helping families in our community that are raising loved ones with special needs.
Saturday, September 14th
5:00pm-8:00pm
Foothills Performing Arts Center
24 Market Street
Oneonta, NY
Enjoy a live performance by FLAME the Band from 6-8pm with music by DJ Cam from 5-6pm! There will be dancing as well as fun games to play throughout the evening.
Who is FLAME the Band? Our special guests for the night will be FLAME The Band, from the Lexington County ARC. Flame is a group of musicians with powerful vocals, smooth harmonies and a rich array of instruments. The cover band from Gloversville, NY also happens to have disabilities. Flame’s mission is to change the world through music. They inspire people with disabilities and give hope to them and their families – hope that they can do great things and live a fun and fulfilling life. Flame’s performances help change how the public perceives people with disabilities and increase the awareness and acceptance of all people, regardless of their differences.
Sweet Peach Smokehouse food Truck will be parked outside the Foothills. Families of Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Participants who have registered in advance will get a meal voucher to the food truck for each member of their family!
Please Register by September 12th.
To register please follow the link below:
Registration Form
*This is a family event. FRN is not responsible for supervision.*

Mohawk Valley Gives Day
2024-09-20
Thanks to the partnership between the Community Foundation of Otsego County and the Community Foundation of Herkimer and Oneida Counties, the Family Resource Network will be able to participate in Mohawk Valley Gives for the second year in a row!
Mohawk Valley’s day of giving is an opportunity to unite our community around causes in which we truly believe and help nonprofit organizations connect to the larger community.
We need your help! Please join our campaign and help us reach our goal! We need you to tell your friends and family members about the important work we do and ask them to join us in helping to make a difference.
Get ready to give! On September 20th, follow the link below and make a donation to us and/or to any of the great participating nonprofit organizations in our region. All giving will end at 11:59PM on September 22, so make sure to get your gift in on time!
Donate Now!
We appreciate your support, and look forward to providing updates on all the great things we’ll be able to accomplish thanks to your generosity.
For more information please contact our office at 607-432-0001. To help spread the word be sure to check out FRN’s facebook page for additional information to share!

Lay Advocacy Training: Teaching Self-Advocacy
2024-09-25 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network and Starbridge for an upcoming training:
“Teaching Self-Advocacy”
Wednesday, September 25, 2024
9:00-11:00 am
Online
Self advocacy is the act of speaking up for yourself to protect your right to direct your own life, including your interests and needs. Families can help their children develop advocacy skills from a young age. This workshop will teach families strategies to ensure their child’s voice will be heard throughout their life.

Increase understanding of self-advocacy skills
Increase knowledge of appropriate IEP goals to support self advocacy
Increase understanding of the importance of self advocacy skills for transition planning and beyond

Our Presenter: 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.
Registration is required.
To register follow the link below:
Registration Form
***This training is provided through a grant from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities. Self-directing families will need to add “Training Groups” to their budget prior to attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.***

Online and Phone Family Support Group
2024-10-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-08 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-10-15 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-10-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-10-29 18:30 - 19:30 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
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 the 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.***

TS/DD Event: Apple Picking
2024-10-05 12:00 - 15:00 | Middlefield Orchard, 2274 State Highway 166, Cooperstown, NY
Come join the Family Resource Network’s Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Programs for our Annual Apple Picking Event!
Saturday, October 5th, 2024
12:00-3:00pm
Middlefield Orchard
2274 State Hwy 166
Cooperstown, NY
Enjoy an afternoon at Middlefield Orchard, picking apples and participating in other fun fall activities. Family Resource Network will pay for up to 10lbs of apples per family and provide apple cider and donuts.
Please Register by October 3rd
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.*

Training: Bullying Intervention Strategies
2024-10-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network and Starbridge for an upcoming training:
“Bullying: Intervention Strategies”
Wednesday, October 9, 2024
9:00-11:00 am
Online
Bullying is an increasingly serious problem in schools. Families, teachers, and children need help and support in knowing how to respond. This workshop introduces participants to definitions of bullying, how to recognize it, and how to respond to it both at home and in school.

Be able to define bullying behavior and distinguish it from typical peer conflict
Identify your own emotional responses to your child or student being bullied
Learn coping strategies for yourself and strategies to help your child or student
Learn effective ways to intervene in the child’s school or home environment

Our Presenter: 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.
Registration is required.
To register follow the link below:
Registration Form
***This training is provided through a grant from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities. Self-directing families will need to add “Training Groups” to their budget prior to attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.***

TS/DD Event: Fall Crafts and Pumpkin Painting
2024-10-20 12:00 - 15:00 | HALos Building, 146 Main Street, Afton, NY
Please join the Family Resource Network Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Programs for our upcoming event:
Fall Crafts and Pumpkin Painting
Sunday, October 20th
12:00pm-3:00pm
HALos Building
146 Main Street
Afton, NY
FRN is very excited to be partnering with HALos! We will be utilizing their amazing space to be able to offer this and other upcoming events in Afton! This month, participants will have the opportunity to complete several Autumn themed arts and crafts projects as well as paint a pumpkin to take home with them. Lunch will be provided and to celebrate the new season and our new partnership we will have a special meal as well as fall treats for dessert!
Please Register by October 18th
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.*

Training-Stress: Coping, Calming, and the Brain
2024-10-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network for Our Upcoming Workshop:
“Stress: Coping, Calming, and the Brain”
Wednesday, October 30, 2024
6:00-8:00 pm
Online
In children, stress can cause meltdowns, tantrums, and undesirable behaviors. These can be frustrating for parents who aren’t sure what is causing them or how to respond. Join Family Resource Network to learn about:

Stress, brain development and how stress affects the brain
How our children with special needs are affected by stress
How parents can model ways of coping and calming

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*
To register follow the link below:
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 FRN for assistance adding this to your budget.***

Workshop: “An Overview of Special Education Regulations”
2024-11-06 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network and Starbridge for an upcoming training:
“An Overview of Special Education Regulations”
Wednesday, November 6, 2024
9:00-11:00
Online via ZOOM
Participants will learn about legal requirements set forth in The Regulations of the Commissioner of Education Part 200-201, participants will learn how to use the regulations and understand that parents are equal partners in their child’s education. Parents will also learn effective communication skills on how to work with the CSE and other staff in their child’s education program, how to read the NYS Regulations and have the opportunity to learn what is included in the IEP and how it is individualized to meet the unique needs of a student.
If you are a Parent, Grandparent, Family Member, Medicaid Service Coordinator, or just interested in this topic then this training is for you!
Our Presenter: 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.
Registration is required.
To register please follow the link below:
Registration Form
***This training is provided through a grant from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities. Self-directing families will need to add “Training Groups” to their budget prior to attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.***

TS/DD Event: Virtual Cook-a-Long Baked Ziti
2024-11-18 17:00 - 19:00 | 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: Baked Ziti Dinner
Monday, November 18th
5:00pm-7:00pm
Online via ZOOM
The Family Resource Network is excited for this month’s virtual cook-a-long. For November we will be preparing a hearty Baked Ziti Dinner. FRN will lead participants through the recipes for Baked Ziti, Garlic Bread and a Garden Salad 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 for the recipes. Please register by Monday, November 11th 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

Workshop: “Teaching Self-Advocacy”
2024-11-20 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States
Please join the Family Resource Network and Starbridge for an upcoming training:
“Teaching Self-Advocacy”
Wednesday, November 20, 2024
9:00-11:00 am
Online
Self advocacy is the act of speaking up for yourself to protect your right to direct your own life, including your interests and needs. Families can help their children develop advocacy skills from a young age. This workshop will teach families strategies to ensure their child’s voice will be heard throughout their life.

Increase understanding of self-advocacy skills
Increase knowledge of appropriate IEP goals to support self advocacy
Increase understanding of the importance of self advocacy skills for transition planning and beyond

Our Presenter: 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.
Registration is required.
To register please follow the link below:
Registration Form
***This training is provided through a grant from the Office for People with Developmental Disabilities. Self-directing families will need to add “Training Groups” to their budget prior to attending. Please contact Robin at (607)287-6358 for assistance adding this program to your budget.***
