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SUMMARY:Manhattan DD Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear updates from providers\, OPWDD\, and New York City DOHMH \n\n\n\nLearn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD! \n\n\n\nHybrid Meeting – Join In Person OR Virtual \n  \nIn Person:  \nBirch Family Services \n104 West 29th Street\, 3rd Floor\, NY\, NY 10001 \n  \nVirtual: \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=CDw2MFQvdvNvaIMgxOWiumRPmPiCBV.1 \nMeeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: 983899 \nOne tap mobile: +19292056099\,\,97723827673#\,\,\,\,*983899#
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
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SUMMARY:Manhattan Adult Services Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Manhattan Transition Committee Presents: \nManhattan Adult Services Showcase 2026\nWednesday\, February 11\n10:00 am – 12:00 pm\n \n  \nWhat’s Next After High School? \nLearn About: \nDay Habilitation Programs\nEmployment Services\nOPWDD Services\nSupport for the Future \nZoom Info: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/96976866485?pwd=lz1jqB9LFhaHZnE62T9VxJmeBHXbA4.1 \nMeeting ID: 969 7686 6485 / Passcode: 927582 \n  \nFeatured Organizations: \nACANY • ADAPT Community Network • AHRC NYC • Braverhood • Care Design NY • Center for Family Support • Esperanza Center • Gateway Counseling Center • GHO • Goodwill NYNJ • Job Path • Lifespire • Open the Lid • Pure Vision Arts • Sinergia • Unique Care Community Services • YAI \n  \nSponsored By: \nManhattan DD Council Transition Committee \n  \nQuestions? \naharris27@schools.nyc.gov
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-adult-services-showcase/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250903T212503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T142510Z
UID:22469-1769508000-1769515200@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan DD Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear updates from providers\, OPWDD\, and New York City DOHMH \n\n\n\nLearn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD! \n\n\n\n  \nVirtual Meeting Only \n(Due to Snowstorm) \n  \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=CDw2MFQvdvNvaIMgxOWiumRPmPiCBV.1 \nMeeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: 983899 \nOne tap mobile: +19292056099\,\,97723827673#\,\,\,\,*983899#
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-2-3-2/
LOCATION:AHRC\, 83 Maiden Lane\, New York\, NY\, 10038\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20260108T163522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T163522Z
UID:22577-1768384800-1768390200@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Meeting Focus: \nFamily Reimbursement\n  \nJoin the Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee for an open conversation and resource-sharing session designed to keep our community informed and connected. \nThis session will focus on Family Reimbursement and will feature providers discussing how their individual programs are run. \nThis meeting brings together families\, caregivers\, and service providers to share information about services\, supports\, and advocacy for people with developmental disabilities. Participants are encouraged to learn\, ask questions\, and engage in meaningful discussion. \n  \nRegistration (required): \n\nPlease register in advance using the link below:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DuFCpWUWSBaIliNkwiL5iw \n  \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email with information on how to join the meeting. \nWe look forward to your participation and to continuing to strengthen our community through shared knowledge and collaboration.
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-family-provider-information-committee-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251210T170121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T172954Z
UID:22573-1765965600-1765969200@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join the Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee for an open conversation and resource sharing! We connect families\, caregivers\, and providers to keep everyone informed about services\, supports\, and advocacy for people with developmental disabilities. Come learn\, ask questions\, and stay connected with your community. \nUnlock resources that can make a real difference! This meeting will spotlight underused services in Manhattan—like Family Reimbursement\, guardianship\, clinical evaluations\, advocacy\, and more—from agencies including AHRC\, Sinergia\, QSAC\, and others. Don’t miss this chance to learn how to access these supports and help families and professionals get the tools they need. Register today! \nMeeting Link: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/V6tMopOpQe-RAY4rhwjG-g
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-family-provider-information-committee-meeting-6/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250903T212407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T174149Z
UID:22467-1765879200-1765886400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan DD Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear updates from providers\, OPWDD\, and New York City DOHMH \n\n\n\nLearn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD! \n\n\n\n  \nVirtual: \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=CDw2MFQvdvNvaIMgxOWiumRPmPiCBV.1 \nMeeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: 983899 \nOne tap mobile: +19292056099\,\,97723827673#\,\,\,\,*983899#
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251021T141257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T151031Z
UID:22540-1765360800-1765364400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan Transition Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION: \nIn Person: \n\nChinese-American Planning Council \n45 Suffolk Street\, 2nd Floor\, NY\, NY 10002 \n  \nVirtual: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/96976866485?pwd=lz1jqB9LFhaHZnE62T9VxJmeBHXbA4.1 \nMeeting ID: 969 7686 6485 / Passcode: 927582 \n\n \nFeatured Presentation:\n\n\nNY Connects / CIDNY\nAssistance with Services\, Resources & Supports\n\n  \nNY Connects at CIDNY is the trusted place to go for free\, unbiased information about services\, resources\, and supports for New Yorkers of all ages and with any type of disability. \nCounselors at NY Connects provide guidance and coordination for participants with disabilities as they go through eligibility and assessment processes for benefits and services. They can also help when you are completing applications and enrolling in public assistance benefits\, like Medicaid\, Medicare\, housing applications\, SNAP applications\, Social Security benefits\, and more. \n  \nLearn More \n\n \nWe will have space for open discussion and networking for families\, school staff\, service provider agency representatives and others supporting youth in transition. All are welcome to join! \n\n\n\n  \nIf you have any questions please feel free to contact us: \nAndrew Harris\, P138M\, aharris27@schools.nyc.gov \n\n\n \nPat Liu Chang\, GHO\, pat@ghoinc.org
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-transition-committee-meeting-4-2-3-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T210000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251022T180709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251125T171206Z
UID:22542-1764702000-1764709200@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan Family Support Services Advisory Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Maximizing Benefits\nLeveraging Trusts and ABLE Accounts\nPresented by Sarah Grimes\, NYSARC Trust Services\n\n  \nWe will hear about the distinct advantages of supplemental needs trusts\, pooled trusts\, and ABLE accounts\, highlighting how to use these tools to help our family members w/IDD stay under asset and income limits. Come learn essential updates on the 2025 Medicaid and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) financial limits and learn how to empower individuals to improve financial independence\, save for future needs\, and work without the risk of losing critical benefits. \nRegistration Link\n  \nAny questions\, please feel free to contact Jackie & Mary\nmanhattanfamilyadvisory@gmail.com\n(917) 796-5407 \n  \nDue to a scheduling conflict\, our in-person “Successful Dental Care” meeting scheduled for Tuesday\, Dec. 2nd has been POSTPONED until January\, 2026
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-family-support-services-advisory-council-meeting-6/
LOCATION:SNACK*\, 316 E 53rd Street\, New York\, New York\, 10022\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250903T212259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T150313Z
UID:22464-1763460000-1763467200@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan DD Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear updates from providers\, OPWDD\, and New York City DOHMH \n\n\n\nLearn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD! \n\n\n\nHybrid Meeting – Join In Person OR Virtual \nIn Person:  \nThe Center for Family Support \n333 7th Avenue\, 9th Floor\, NY\, NY 10001 \n  \nVirtual: \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=CDw2MFQvdvNvaIMgxOWiumRPmPiCBV.1 \nMeeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: 983899 \nOne tap mobile: +19292056099\,\,97723827673#\,\,\,\,*983899#
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-2-2/
LOCATION:The Center for Family Support\, 333 7th Avenue\, 9th Floor\, NY\, NY 10001\, New York\, New York\, 10018\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251108T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251014T131713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251014T144150Z
UID:22521-1762596000-1762610400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Citywide Transition Summit (NYC Public Schools)
DESCRIPTION:2025 NYC Transition Summit for High School Students & Families \n  \nStudents and families: Are you ready for life after high school and what comes next? \nJoin us on Saturday\, November 8\, 2025 for the NYC Citywide Transition Summit for High School Students & Families\, hosted by \n\nNew York City Public Schools’ Transition and College Access Centers\nNYCPS Special Education Office\nThe Transition Alliance\, and\nThe City University of New York (CUNY)\n\n  \nSaturday\, November 8\, 2025\, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM \nJohn Jay College\, 524 W 59th Street\, Manhattan \n  \nWhat to expect at the 2025 Citywide Transition Summit: \nCome explore\, ask questions\, and build meaningful connections with professionals who are here to guide and support your next steps. \n  \nRegister Here \n  \nThis empowering event is designed to support students with IEPs or 504 Plans and their families with guidance and resources for college\, career\, or independent living as they prepare for life after high school. \n\nOpportunities to connect with colleges\, career and vocational programs\, service providers\, employment agencies\, community organizations\, and OPWDD providers.\nJoin workshops and 1-on-1 transition consultations.\nResources to prepare for life after high school.\n\n  \nWalk-ins are welcome!
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/citywide-transition-summit/
LOCATION:John Jay College\, 524 West 59th Street\, NY\, NY\, 10019
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251106T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251010T113046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T113046Z
UID:22516-1762452000-1762457400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:College Is Possible: Non-Diploma Programs
DESCRIPTION:Educational programs on college campuses for students with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities who use Alternate Assessment and will leave high school with a non-diploma credential. Families are welcome. \nSCHEDULE \n\n5:45 PM: Webinar opens and accommodations set up\n6:00 PM: Listen to a PANEL OF EXPERTS talk about unique programs on college campuses for students with developmental and/or intellectual disabilities.\n7:00 PM: Get your questions answered by representatives from CUNY Unlimited\, Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program\, THINK College\, ACCES-VR\, student self-advocates\, and more!\n\nThis is an online event. \n\nRegister here
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/college-is-possible-non-diploma-programs/
LOCATION:NY
ORGANIZER;CN="INCLUDEnyc":MAILTO:info@includenyc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251105T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251103T214338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T223312Z
UID:22555-1762336800-1762354800@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:ADAPT Family Connect Summit
DESCRIPTION:ADAPT Community Network is having their free virtual Family Connect Summit 2025 on Wednesday\, November 5th from 10 am – 3 pm. \nTopics include: \n\nStarting Early: Empowering Your Child Through Self-Advocacy\nTransitions in Life\nPath to Independence: Making Informative Choices\n\nEnter to win a free Chromebook! \nSpanish\, Mandarin and ASL interpretation will be provided. \n  \nRegister Here \n  \n\n\n\n    Download    PDF Loading...
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/adapt-family-connect-summit-2/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251030T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251028T130525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251028T130525Z
UID:22548-1761818400-1761823800@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:ADAPT Community Network: Family Education Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning of Youths with Special Healthcare Needs to the Adult Medical World\n\nPresented by\nLynn F Davidson MD\, an Associate Professor of Pediatrics\,\nChildren’s Hospital at Montefiore\n  \nLearn strategies to prepare and tools to use to make the transition a smoother process. \nSpanish and Mandarin translation will be provided. \nRegistration is required. \n  \nRegister Here\n 
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/adapt-community-network-family-education-workshop/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251023T193000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251010T112734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T115749Z
UID:22513-1761242400-1761247800@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:College Is Possible: College Programs
DESCRIPTION:College information for high school students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) who will leave high school with a diploma. Families are welcome. \nSCHEDULE \n\n5:45 PM: Webinar opens and accommodations set up\n6:00 PM: Listen to a PANEL OF EXPERTS talk college for students who are leaving school with a diploma. Panelists include City University of New York\, ACCES-VR\, INCLUDEnyc\, student self advocates\, and NYC Public Schools.\n7:00 PM: Q&A. Get your questions answered by representatives from CUNY Disability Programs\, Financial Aid\, ACCES-VR\, student self-advocates\, and more!\n\nThis is an online event. \n\nRegister here
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/college-is-possible-college-programs/
LOCATION:https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IXAQ4clKSR-dTMcElV_27g#/registration
ORGANIZER;CN="INCLUDEnyc":MAILTO:info@includenyc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251007T014341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T014341Z
UID:22498-1761042600-1761048000@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:OPWDD: CAS & CANS Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Join Us to Learn More & Ask Questions\nAbout OPWDD CAS and CANS-NY Assessments\nOPWDD is pleased to invite people and families to attend one of our upcoming information sessions on OPWDD’s Coordinated Assessment System (CAS) and the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS-NY) assessment. We’ll be launching a statewide roadshow to help make the assessment process easier to understand. We’ve heard feedback that people may have anxiety or concerns about the assessment interviews\, and we want to help relieve those feelings. \nThe purpose of the CAS and CANS-NY assessment is to improve service delivery and care planning for everyone who receives OPWDD services. By involving you and your circle of support in the assessment\, we can make service plans that are responsive to the needs of each person. \nWe hope you will use these information sessions as an opportunity to hear from OPWDD leaders about how the CAS and CANS-NY assessment will inform your services and share your experiences and questions about the assessment process. \n  \nEach Information Session will include: \n\nA brief introduction about the CAS and CANS-NY assessment\nQuestion & Answer session where you can share your questions about the CAS and CANS-NY assessment process\n\n  \nNYC Session\nOctober 21\n10:30 am – 12 noon &1:30 pm – 3 pm \nOPWDD NYC Office\n25 Beaver Street\nNew York\, NY 10004 \n\n(Other Sessions Available Statewide from 10/9 – 11/6) \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/opwdd-cas-cans-info-session/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250903T212322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T152408Z
UID:22463-1761040800-1761048000@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan DD Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear updates from providers\, OPWDD\, and New York City DOHMH \n\n\n\nLearn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD! \n\n\n\nHybrid Meeting – Join In Person OR Virtual \nIn Person:  \nAHRC NYC \n83 Maiden Lane\, 11th Floor Boardroom\, NY\, NY 10038 \nJoin us after the meeting to view the New York Disability Rights Archive exhibition at Positive Exposure (Same Location\, 4th Floor)! \n \nVirtual: \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=CDw2MFQvdvNvaIMgxOWiumRPmPiCBV.1 \nMeeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: 983899 \nOne tap mobile: +19292056099\,\,97723827673#\,\,\,\,*983899# \n 
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4-2-3/
LOCATION:AHRC\, 83 Maiden Lane\, New York\, NY\, 10038\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T000000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251009T175437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T111345Z
UID:22505-1760918400-1761004800@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Family Employment Awareness Training (FEAT) @ CPC
DESCRIPTION:New York Family Employment Awareness Training (FEAT)\n  \nAbout the Training: \nThe Queens Special Needs Program of the Chinese-American Planning Council is offering a special 2-day training called Family Employment Awareness Training (FEAT). \nDay 1 will be on Monday 10/20\, and day 2 will be on Tuesday 10/21. \nThis training is designed for parents\, families\, and individuals with disabilities (age: 14+). The training will be in English and lunch will be provided. \nLearn About: \n\nUnderstanding Benefits & Employment Incentives\nCustomized Employment\nTransition Services\nMaintaining Benefits While Working\nResources & Supports for Integrated\nCompetitive Employment\nSuccess Stories & Insights from Local Agencies\nMaintaining Benefits While Working\nResources & Supports for Integrated Competitive Employment\nSuccess Stories & Insights from Local Agencies\n\nSpecial Guests: \nWe’ve invited local service providers to share their resources and supports\, helping individuals with disabilities find and maintain competitive employment in the community. \nWhy Attend? \n\nLearn: Discover key services and supports available in your community.\nConnect: Engage directly with local agencies and ask questions.\nEmpower: Gain knowledge to better support individuals with disabilities in finding suitable job opportunities.\n\nRegister Here: \nhttps://qfreeaccountssjc1.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5cfa5x70zXOH0Tc \n  \n\n\n\n    Download    PDF Loading...\n    \n        \n    \n    \n\n\n 
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/family-employment-awareness-training-feat-cpc/
LOCATION:Chinese American Planning Council\, 45 Suffolk Street\, NY\, NY\, 10002\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T150000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20251010T111741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251010T111741Z
UID:22511-1760871600-1760886000@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Disability Pride Parade NYC
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\nAbout the Parade \nThe parade honors our past\, celebrates our present\, and invites our city to imagine a more accessible future. We walk and roll to show the power of protest\, the joy of celebration\, and the strength of community. \n\n2025 Parade Theme \nIn 2025\, we’ll march under the theme “Love Unites: We’re All In This Together.”  We’re building a citywide celebration where neighbors\, allies\, and advocates from every background join in the joy\, the strength\, and the warmth of community. \n\n\n\nParade Schedule \n10:00 AM — Line-up at Madison Square Park (arrive on time for section assignments) \n10:30 AM — Opening remarks and photos (repeated at 12:10 PM in Union Square Park) \n11:00 AM — Parade starts \n10 Blocks of Pride \nBlock 1 (E 26th – 25th): Celebrate \nBlock 2 (E 25th – 24th): Educate \nBlock 3 (E 24th – 23rd): Commemorate \nBlock 4 (E 23rd – 22nd): Protest\, Power\, and People’s Movements (1960s) \nBlock 5 (E 22nd – 21st): Glitter\, Games\, and Groove (1970s) \nBlock 6 (E 21st – 19th): Punk\, Paint\, and Possibility (1980s) \nBlock 7 (E 19th – 18th): Streets\, Sports\, and Spoken Word (1990s) \nBlock 8 (E 18th – 17th): Global Fusion and Firsts (2000s) \nBlock 9 (E 17th – 16th): Future Forward -> Tech\, Tactile\, and Time Capsules (2010s–Beyond) \nBlock 10 (Union Square Park/ E 16th): Advocate \n12:00–3:00 PM — Block Party in Union Square Park: Disability Unite Festival “Pop-up” Performances\, community tables\, performances\, and activities
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/disability-pride-parade-nyc/
LOCATION:NY
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250916T123559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T174945Z
UID:22484-1759917600-1759921200@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan Transition Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:What’s Next After High School?\nNavigating Adult Services for Youth with I/DD \n  \nIn Person: \nChinese-American Planning Council \n45 Suffolk Street\, 2nd Floor\, NY\, NY 10002 \n  \nVirtual: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/96976866485?pwd=lz1jqB9LFhaHZnE62T9VxJmeBHXbA4.1 \nMeeting ID: 969 7686 6485 / Passcode: 927582 \n\n \n\n\n\n    Download    PDF Loading...\n    \n        \n    \n    \n\n\n \nWe will have space for open discussion and networking for families\, school staff\, service provider agency representatives and others supporting youth in transition. All are welcome to join! \n  \n\n\n\n    Download    PDF Loading...\n    \n        \n    \n    \n\n \n\n\n\n    Download    PDF Loading...\n    \n        \n    \n    \n\n\n\n\n\n  \nIf you have any questions please feel free to contact us: \nAndrew Harris\, P138M\, aharris27@schools.nyc.gov \n\n\n \nPat Liu Chang\, GHO\, pat@ghoinc.org
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-transition-committee-meeting-4-2-3-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250929T011300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T012409Z
UID:22493-1759226400-1759230000@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:ADAPT Community Network Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Smart Supports for Safe Homes\nJoin us for Smart Supports for Safe Homes\, a free virtual workshop on Tuesday\, September 30\, 2025\, showcasing how housing and technology work together to support independence for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. \nWhat to expect \nADAPT Community Network’s Housing Assistance Services (HAS) helps families of individuals with I/DD navigate New York City’s housing system through advocacy\, guidance\, and referrals. Building on this support\, ADAPT’s Techworks program provides digital literacy\, assistive technology\, and training that promote independence. This webinar will spotlight Techworks and show how housing and technology together create stronger opportunities for individuals and families across the city. \n  \nWho should attend \nPeople with disabilities\, parents and family members\, caregivers\, educators\, service coordinators\, and professionals supporting I/DD housing and technology needs. \n  \nWhen & where \n\nDate: Tuesday\, September 30\, 2025\nTime: 10 AM\nLocation: Virtual (Zoom)\n\n  \nRegister: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/PX-O2EiuT9qyZrk6UX_YmA \nWe hope to see you there! \nsmart-supports-for-safe-homes-1
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/adapt-community-network-webinar/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250903T211624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T211819Z
UID:22457-1758016800-1758024000@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan DD Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear updates from providers\, OPWDD\, and New York City DOHMH \n\n\n\nLearn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD! \n\n\n\nHybrid Meeting – Join In Person OR Virtual \nIn Person:  \nNew York Lawyers for the Public Interest \n151 W 30th Street\, 11th Floor\, New York\, NY 10001 \n  \nVirtual: \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=CDw2MFQvdvNvaIMgxOWiumRPmPiCBV.1 \nMeeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: 983899 \nOne tap mobile: +19292056099\,\,97723827673#\,\,\,\,*983899#
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-4/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250616T184459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250616T190315Z
UID:22432-1750759200-1750764600@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:ADAPT Community Network: Supported Decision-Making - Independence\, Rights & Housing
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides an overview of Supported Decision-Making (SDM) as an alternative to guardianship for individuals with I/DD and Autism. Participants will learn how the SDMNY project has advanced self determination\, independence\, inclusion\, and dignity—while preserving individuals’ legal rights and decision making power in all areas of life\, including housing. Attendees will come away with an understanding of the key differences between guardianship and SDM\, how the SDMNY facilitation process works\, and how Supported Decision-Making Agreements (SDMAs) are being implemented. The presentation will also cover the impact of New York’s new SDM Law (Mental Hygiene Law Article 82). \n\nRegister Here\n  \nPRESENTED BY:  \nMELISSA WILCOX \nMelissa is a trained Supported Decision-Making Facilitator and Certified Personal Outcome Measures Interviewer. Since coming to ADAPT she has served as Director of Residential Services in Staten Island and Manhattan. She is a certified Housing Navigator and Housing Ambassador. \nKAREN LIEBMAN \nKaren oversees the Adult Day and Residential Programs Admissions Units and also collaborates with programs across the agency to ensure services and supports are person-centered. Karen is a trained Supported Decision Making Facilitator and Mentor. \nWENDY DE LEON \nFor the past seven years\, Wendy has been the Director of Housing Assistance Services at ADAPT Community Network\, where she continues to advocate for inclusive\, supportive housing solutions that empower individuals with disabilities to live independently and with dignity. \n  \nsupported-decision-making-flyer-4
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/adapt-community-network-supported-decision-making-independence-rights-housing/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T110000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250610T165032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T165116Z
UID:22427-1750672800-1750676400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Save Our Services (SOS) Zoom Rally
DESCRIPTION:Why Worry About Cuts to Medicaid?\nAttend the\nSOS* Zoom Rally\n  \nMEDICAID Pays for Comm Hab\nMEDICAID Pays for Day & Employment Programs\nMEDICAID Pays for Residential Care\nMEDICAID Pays for OT\, PT\, Speech & Other Therapies in Schools\nMEDICAID Pays for Self-Direction \nAnd that’s Not All \nJoin us for a Virtual Rally to: \n🔍 Learn how these cuts will affect YOU and your loved ones\n💬 Hear directly from people supported\, families\, and frontline staff\n📢 Find out how YOU can take action to stop these devastating changes \nREGISTER NOW\nOrganized by: \n*Save Our Services IDD is the collaboration of Family Groups \nENYDDA\, Family Committee of DDAWNY\, L.I.A.N.D.D.\, NYC FAIR & NYC DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (DD) Councils:\nBrooklyn\, Bronx\, Manhattan\, Queens\, Staten Island
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/save-our-services-sos-zoom-rally/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T140000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250415T144829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250520T172950Z
UID:22387-1750410000-1750428000@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan Family & Professional Resource Fair 2025 / Feria de recursos familiares y profesionales de Manhattan 2025 / 2025年曼哈顿家庭与专业资源博览会
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Manhattan Family & Professional Resource Fair! \n¡Únase a nosotros en la Feria de recursos familiares y profesionales de Manhattan! \n加入我们参加曼哈顿家庭和专业资源博览会！ \n\n\n  \n\n\nWhen / Cuándo / 什么时候: \nFriday\, June 20\, 2025 \n9:00am – 2:00pm \n  \nWhere / Dónde / 在哪里: \nCUNY Graduate Center \n365 5th Ave\, Concourse Level\, New York\, NY 10016 \n  \nWhat: \n\nLearn about programs and services\nConnect with service provider organizations\nEnter a raffle for cash prizes\nEnjoy complimentary food\n\n  \nQué: \n\nInfórmese sobre programas y servicios\nConéctese con organizaciones proveedoras de servicios\nParticipe en un sorteo para ganar premios en efectivo\nDisfrute de comida de cortesía\n\n  \n什么: \n\n了解项目和服务\n联系服务提供商\n参加抽奖赢取现金奖励\n享用免费餐饮\n\n  \nHope to see you there! / ¡Esperamos verte allí! / 希望在那里见到你！ \n\n\n\nRSVP Here / RSVP aquí / 在此回复\n  \n \n \n \nInterested in hosting a booth?\n  \nPlease see Booth Registration Form for instructions on how to participate as an exhibitor at the event. \nIf you have any questions related to booth registration\, feel free to contact Wendy DeLeon at wdeleon@adaptcommunitynetwork.org.
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-family-professional-resource-fair-2025/
LOCATION:CUNY Graduate Center\, 365 5th Ave.\, Concourse Level\, New York\, NY\, 10016\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20241017T191540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T134652Z
UID:22204-1750154400-1750161600@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan DD Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear updates from providers\, OPWDD\, and New York City DOHMH \n\n\n\nLearn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD! \n\n\n\nHybrid Meeting – Join In Person OR Virtual \nIn Person:  \nAHRC: 83 Maiden Lane\, Room 1315\, NY\, NY 10038 \n  \nVirtual: \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=CDw2MFQvdvNvaIMgxOWiumRPmPiCBV.1 \nMeeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: 983899 \nOne tap mobile: +19292056099\,\,97723827673#\,\,\,\,*983899#
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20240917T120836Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T175820Z
UID:22164-1749636000-1749643200@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan Transition Committee Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Resources & Services for Employment\nPresented by Chinese-American Planning Council \n  \nIn Person: \n45 Suffolk Street\, 2nd Floor\, NY\, NY 10002 \n  \nVirtual: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/96729685164?pwd=azKjvgBmyjv871qc0bj2a8KBfwsoa5.1 \nMeeting ID: 967 2968 5164 / Passcode: 351938 \nOne tap mobile: +16469313860\,\,96729685164#\,\,\,\,*351938# \n\n \nRSVP Here\n \n\n \nWe will have space for open discussion and networking for families\, school staff\, service provider agency representatives and others supporting youth in transition. All are welcome to join! \n\n\n\n  \nIf you have any questions please feel free to contact us: \nAndrew Harris\, P138M\, aharris27@schools.nyc.gov \n\n\n \nPat Liu Chang\, GHO\, pat@ghoinc.org
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-transition-committee-meeting-4-2-3-2-2/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20241017T191401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T131613Z
UID:22202-1747735200-1747742400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan DD Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear updates from providers\, OPWDD\, and New York City DOHMH \n\n\n\nLearn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD! \n\n\n\nVirtual Meeting \n  \nVirtual Meeting Info: \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=CDw2MFQvdvNvaIMgxOWiumRPmPiCBV.1 \nMeeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: 983899 \nOne tap mobile: +19292056099\,\,97723827673#\,\,\,\,*983899#
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T113000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250327T173319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T122803Z
UID:22358-1745402400-1745407800@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Family Reimbursement Program (with MFPIC & MFSSAC)
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to partner with MFSSAC for our next webinar about the OPWDD Family Reimbursement Program. We are providing an overview of the eligibility requirements and recent changes to the program. We’ll also review the allowable and non-allowable expenses under the program\, giving you clear guidance on how to make the most of this support. Additionally\, we’ll discuss which agencies still have funding available and how you can access these resources. This session will equip you with all the necessary information to navigate the program effectively and ensure you’re making the most of the funding opportunities. \nPresentation Slides from Meeting: \nmfpic-family-reimbursement
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/family-reimbursement-program-with-mfpic-mfssac/
LOCATION:NY
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250318T150817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T140008Z
UID:22353-1744711200-1744718400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:Manhattan DD Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Come and hear updates from providers\, OPWDD\, and New York City DOHMH \n\n\n\nLearn what’s happening as we continue to work to ensure services and supports for people with I/DD! \n\n\n\nHybrid Meeting – Join In Person OR Virtual \nIn Person:  \nNew York Lawyers for the Public Interest \n151 W 30th St\, 11th Floor\, NY\, NY 10001 \nVirtual: \nJoin Zoom Meeting: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/97723827673?pwd=CDw2MFQvdvNvaIMgxOWiumRPmPiCBV.1 \nMeeting ID: 977 2382 7673 / Passcode: 983899 \nOne tap mobile: +19292056099\,\,97723827673#\,\,\,\,*983899#
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/
LOCATION:NY
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T120000
DTSTAMP:20260423T174934
CREATED:20250207T135157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T153717Z
UID:22310-1744192800-1744200000@www.manhattanddcouncil.org
SUMMARY:MFSSAC Meeting - Guardianship Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Guardianship & Future Care Planning\nPart  TWO\nWednesday\, April 9th\, @ 10:00 am\n“Assistance  with the Application”\nStephanie Baran\, Esq.\, AHRC NYC\n\nRegistration link will be sent to ALL Part One participants\nMary McGuire-Weafer & Jackie Goldberg\, Co-Chairs / Manhattanfamilyadvisory@gmail.com
URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/mfssac-meeting-guardianship-part-2/
LOCATION:NY
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