Family Resource Network

Online and Phone Parent Support Group
2024-02-20 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-02-27 18:30 - 19:30 (America/New_York)
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.***

TS/DD Event: Virtual Cook-a-Long: Surprise Guest Chef
2024-02-26 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: Surprise Guest Chef!
Monday, February 26th
5:00pm-6:30pm
Online via ZOOM
The Family Resource Network is excited for this month’s virtual cook-a-long. For February we will have a guest chef sharing some special recipes with us! FRN will lead participants through two recipes, one for ham and corn chowder and the other for a cheese Danish 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, February 19th 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.

Preparing for Your Child’s CPSE or CSE Meeting
2024-02-28 18:00 - 20:00
Please join the Family Resource Network for a training on:
Preparing for Your Child’s CPSE or CSE Meeting
Wednesday, February 28, 2024
6:00-8:00 pm
Online via Zoom
The past few 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 and Terry DiLuzio, Education Advocates, 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
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.***

Online and Phone Parent Support Group
2024-03-05 18:30 - 19:30
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 a meeting every Tuesday evening and a meeting on the first and third Thursday morning of each month.
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. 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.

All About Assessments
2024-03-06 18:00 - 20:00
Please join the Family Resource Network for our upcoming training:
“All About Assessments”
Wednesday, March 6, 2024
6:00-8:00 pm
Online
“Triennial,” “Psychoeducational,” “Neuropsychological,” “Adaptive Behavior Scale,” “Standard Score, “Raw Score.” What do all of these terms mean? Join Family Resource Network to learn about the different types of evaluations your child may receive, what they are for, and how to interpret the results.
Our presenter: Robin Piefer was an Early Intervention Special Instructor for 12 years. She has navigated the special education system for her own family and has worked as an Education Advocate at Family Resource Network since 2017.
Registration is required.
Register Here
For questions or assistance registering, please contact Terry 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
2024-03-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-03-12 18:30 - 19:30
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 a meeting every Tuesday evening and a meeting on the first and third Thursday morning of each month.
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. 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 Cook-a-Long Fiesta
2024-03-11 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: Fiesta
Monday, March 11th
5:00pm-6:30pm
Online via ZOOM
The Family Resource Network is excited for this month’s virtual cook-a-long. For February we will be having a fiesta! FRN will lead participants through two recipes, one for Quesadillas and the other for Taco Salad. 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, March 4th 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.

Advocacy Steps and Effective Communication
2024-03-13 09:00 - 11:00
Please join the Family Resource Network and Starbridge for an upcoming workshop:
“Advocacy Steps and Effective Communication”

Wednesday, March 13, 2024
9:00-11:00 am
Online

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.
-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.

Registration is required.
Register Here
For questions or assistance registering, please contact Terry 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
2024-03-19 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-03-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-03-26 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-04-02 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-04-04 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-04-09 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-04-16 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-04-18 10:00 - 11:00 and 2 more dates
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: Bowling at East Main Lanes
2024-03-24 14:30 - 16:30 | 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 a Bowling Event!
Sunday, March 24, 2024
2:30pm-4:30pm
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 March 22nd
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.*

Helping Children Cope with Change, Grief, and Loss
2024-03-25 18:00 - 20:00
“Helping Children Cope with Change, Grief, and Loss”

Monday, March 25, 2024
6:00-8:00 pm
Online via ZOOM

This single session of the Nurturing Parenting for Parents of Children with Special Needs and Health Challenges will focus on:

Grief and Resilience

How to provide Transition Support for Grief – the five P’s

The Developmental Stages and Responses to Grief

Activities to help reinforce what you learn

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.
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.

Registration is required.
REGISTER HERE
For questions or assistance registering, please contact Terry 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.***

TS/DD Event: Seed Starting
2024-04-07 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 our upcoming event
Seed Starting
Sunday, April 7th
1:00pm-3:00pm
FRN Office
46 Oneida Street
Oneonta, NY
We are so excited for Spring! Are you and your family thinking about having a garden this year? Now is the perfect time to begin starting seeds indoors for vegetable plants such as tomatoes and peppers if you plan to grow these from seeds yourself! This afternoon we will go over how to begin tomato and pepper seeds indoors. We will also discuss transplanting guidelines and other tips and tricks for your seedlings. We will cover the difference between container gardening vs. planting directly in the ground and help you decide which is best for you! FRN will be providing seed packets and other needed growing supplies for all participants who register by April 1st. Lunch will be provided.
Space is limited and registration is required
Please register by April 1st
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.
*This is a family event. FRN is not responsible for supervision.*
Questions? Call FRN at 607-432-0001 and ask for Kristin.

Praise, Encouragement, and Family Rules
2024-04-10 18:00 - 20:00
Join Family Resource Network for a Nurturing Parenting workshop on:
Praise, Encouragement, and Family Rules

Wednesday, April 10, 2024
6:00-8:00 pm
Online

This workshop will discuss:
>> Praising and empowering your child
>> Mindset
>> Testing Limits
>> Can’t vs. Won’t
>> Family Morals and Values
>> Family Rules or Expectations
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.
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.
REGISTER HERE
For more information 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 Training Groups” to their budgets. For assistance in adding this program to your budget, please contact Robin at (607)287-6358.***

The Transition from Preschool to Kindergarten
2024-04-17 09:00 - 11:00
Please join the Family Resource Network for an upcoming training:
The Transition from Preschool to Kindergarten

Wednesday, April 17, 2024
9:00-11:00 am
Online via ZOOM
For any parent with a child going off to kindergarten, it is a time of excitement and anxiety. For families of children who have disabilities, it can also be confusing and nerve-wracking. Participants will learn the differences between the Committee on Preschool Special Education (CPSE) and the Committee on Special Education (CSE) and learn strategies to work effectively with the educational team.
Topics include:
>> Individualized Education Program (IEP)
>> Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
>> Service delivery options
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.
Registration is required.
REGISTER HERE
For questions or assistance registering, please contact Terry 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.***

TS/DD Event: Clark Sports Center
2024-04-21 13:00 - 17:00 | Clark Sports Center, 124 County Highway 52, Cooperstown, NY, United States
Come join the Family Resource Network’s Teen Scene and Dragon Dates Programs for an afternoon at Clark Sports Center
Sunday, April 21, 2024
1:00pm-5:00pm
Clark Sports Center
124 County Highway 52
Cooperstown, NY
Enjoy an afternoon at Clark Sports Center with Family Resource Network! Registrants and their family will have access to many fun activities at the gym including Bowling and Swimming. Any youth ages 5-18 may participate in Kid’s Climb and utilize the Rock Wall during our event as well. In addition, everyone will have access to the open gym, game room, ping pong tables and racket ball courts! This event is free for registered Teen Scene and Dragon Dates participants and their family members. A pizza lunch will also be served.
Space is limited and registration is REQUIRED. Please Register by April 17th
To register please follow the link below. All participants must also complete a waiver form. It can be completed in advance or the day of the event. There is also a link to the waiver below.
Registration Form
Clark Sports Center Waiver 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.*

Kid in a Book, Teen in a Book, and Adult in a Book (HYBRID Event)
2024-04-25 10:00 - 12:00
Please join the Family Resource Network for our upcoming workshop:
“Kid in a Book, Teen in a Book, or Adult in a Book”

Thursday, April 25, 2024
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Hybrid event: In-person at 46 Oneida Street, Oneonta
or
Online via Zoom
The Family Resource Network will demonstrate a helpful tool for organizing records for your loved one with a disability. Kid in a Book (KIB) is a hands-on workshop where we will guide participants through the process of organizing for their loved ones’:

HEALTH RECORDS

EDUCATION RECORDS

OTHER IMPORTANT PAPERS AND DOCUMENTS OF A LOVED ONE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
KIB is an invaluable resource for many parents, providing easy access to all of your loved one’s information for medical appointments, CPSE and CSE meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and everyday reference.
Teen in a Book contains the same information as Kid in a Book plus pages to help teens and parents navigate the transition years with a little more confidence, comfort, and ease — helping your loved one enter into the adult world effectively, armed with the information to be their own advocate.
Adult in a Book contains much of the same information as the Kid and Teen in a Book but with more focus on adult life needs.
This workshop will be presented by Robin Piefer, Terry DiLuzio, and Traci Buckley from the Family Resource Network.

In-person participants will receive their choice of a Kid in a Book binder, or Teen in a Book binder, or an Adult in a Book binder. Online participants will receive a digital file of their choice of binders.

Registration is required.
REGISTER HERE
For questions or assistance registering, please contact Terry 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
2024-05-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom Video Conference, NY, United States

Embark Little Dragons: Noah's World
2024-05-04 11:00 - 13:00 | Noah’s World, 144 Roundhouse Rd, Oneonta, NY
Join Family Resource Network
Saturday, May 4, 2024
11:00 am to 1:00 pm

144 Roundhouse Rd
Oneonta, NY
Noah’s World is a locally owned, unique indoor play center for the recommended ages of children 10 years and under.
Noah’s World combines academics, enrichment, and recreational activities. Children will have a variety of educational, sensory stimulating, and skill building activities to choose from in our clean 3800 square foot space.
*Extra precautions and sanitizing measures have been put in place to keep your family and ours safe during these changing times.
SOCKS ARE *REQUIRED* FOR EVERYONE walking through our indoor play space. NO BARE FEET.

***Registration Required***

Register Here

To register by phone or for questions about this event or our programs, please call Terry at (607)287-3816.

TS/DD Virtual Game Night
2024-05-06 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 Game Night!
Monday, May 6th
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.
