Online and Phone Family Support Group
2024-11-05 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-10-01 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-09-24 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-09-19 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-17 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-09-10 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.***

Training-Stress: Coping, Calming, and the Brain
2024-10-30 18:00 - 20:00
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.***

Online and Phone Family Support Group
2024-10-29 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-10-22 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-10-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-10-15 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-10-08 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-10-03 10:00 - 11:00
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.***

Training: Bullying Intervention Strategies
2024-10-09 09:00 - 11:00
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.***

Lay Advocacy Training: Teaching Self-Advocacy
2024-09-25 09:00 - 11:00
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.***

Training: The Power of Play and Socialization
2024-09-11 18:00 - 20:00
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.***

Online and Phone Family Support Group
2024-09-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-09-03 18:30 - 19:30
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 Parent Support Group
2024-08-27 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-20 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-13 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-06 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-08-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-30 18:30 - 19:30, 2024-07-23 18:30 - 19:30 and 1 more date

Bring Your Child's IEP Night
2024-08-19 18:00 - 20:00
Please join the Family Resource Network for Our Upcoming Workshop:
Bring Your Child’s IEP Night
With the new school year approaching, 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!
This workshop will be presented by Robin Piefer, Terry DiLuzio and Traci Buckley from the Family Resource Network.
Monday, August 19, 2024
6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Online via Zoom
Registration is required.
To register please follow the link below:
Registration Form
***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.***

Social Stories and Visual Schedules
2024-08-07 18:00 - 20:00
Upcoming workshop:
“Introduction to Social Stories and Visual Schedules”
Wednesday, August 7, 2024
6:00-8:00 pm
Online
Children with Autism and other developmental disabilities may have trouble transitioning from one activity to another or trying something new. School programs will often use tools like social stories or visual schedules to help. Join Family Resource Network to learn more about these tools and how you can use them at home.
Registration is required.
To register please follow the link below:
Registration Form
***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.***

Sibling Support: What about me?
2024-07-29 18:00 - 20:00
Join Family Resource Network for a Nurturing Parenting workshop on:
Sibling Support: What about Me?
Monday, July 29
6:00-8:00 pm
Online
All families have challenges. When a family has a child with special needs they have additional challenges. Join Nurturing Parenting facilitators Robin Piefer and Terry DiLuzio to learn strategies to support all of your children when one has special needs.
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.
Registration is required.
To register please follow the link below:
Registration Form
***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.***
