BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Manhattan DD Council - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Manhattan DD Council X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Manhattan DD Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251020T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251021T000000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251019T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251008T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250916T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250620T140000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250617T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250611T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250520T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250326T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20250207T125911Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250207T135031Z UID:22307-1742983200-1742990400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org SUMMARY:MFSSAC Meeting - Guardianship Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Manhattan Family Support Services \nAdvisory Council\n\nGuardianship and Future Care Planning\nWhere do we begin? \n …..a two part series\n\nStephanie Baran\, Esq.\, AHRC NYC\n\nPart One: \nWednesday\, March 26th \n10:00 am – 12:00 pm \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nGuardianship Services provides education and outreach to families regarding Article 17-A guardianship as well as alternatives to guardianship. \nAssistance with 17-A guardianship for a family member with a developmental disability who is 18 years or older is available in Manhattan\, Queens\, Brooklyn and the Bronx. \n  \nAlternatives to 17-A Guardianship \nIt is crucial to remember that guardianship may not always be appropriate and there are other alternatives available to ensure that the individual is properly protected and cared for.  Alternatives include” Supported Decision-Making\, Representative Payee\, Health Care Proxy\, Power of Attorney \nPart  TWO\nWednesday\, April 9th\, @ 10:00 am\n“Assistance  with the Application”\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-1/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250318T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20241017T191306Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250307T015008Z UID:22200-1742292000-1742299200@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 New York City \n83 Maiden Lane\, 11th Floor Boardroom \nNY\, NY 10038 \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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20250227T160429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T160554Z UID:22343-1741773600-1741780800@www.manhattanddcouncil.org SUMMARY:Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee Meeting DESCRIPTION:Recent changes to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) in New York State\nWednesday\, March 12th @ 10:00 am\n\nPresented by Co-Chairs\, Luisa Eusse-Roche & Wendy De Leon\nThe Manhattan Family & Provider Information Committee would like to invite you to an insightful presentation on the recent changes to the Consumer Directed Personal Assistance Program (CDPAP) in New York State and how they impact caregivers and home care services. We’ll cover key updates\, including the transition to a single Fiscal Intermediary\, and the roles of CDPAP caregivers\, HHAs\, and PCAs. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed! \nJoin Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89138994385?pwd=kn3anU8OqcMyrGGY0XJnM5aDe4i4jk.1 URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/fpic_3_12_25/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250306T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20250105T134735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250114T123232Z UID:22264-1741255200-1741262400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org SUMMARY:2025 Five Borough Virtual Legislative Breakfast DESCRIPTION:  \n2025-citywide-legislative-breakfast-2 \n\n\n\n2025-citywide-legislative-breakfast-spanish \nmandarin-flier-2025-citywide-legislative-breakfast \n  \nRegister Here\n  \nAll five of New York City’s Borough Developmental Disabilities Councils have joined together to address the NYS Budget for 2025-2026. \n  \nPlease login at 9:45AM so we may promptly begin our program at 10:00AM \n  \nSponsored By: \nBronx Developmental Disabilities Council \nBrooklyn Developmental Disabilities Council \nManhattan Developmental Disabilities Council \nQueens Council on Developmental Disabilities \nStaten Island Developmental Disabilities Council URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ LOCATION:Via Zoom\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250304T203000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20250210T154208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T200724Z UID:22319-1741114800-1741120200@www.manhattanddcouncil.org SUMMARY:NYC FAIR Budget Town Hall DESCRIPTION:What’s In The State Budget ?\nWhat’s Not?\nFind Out at NYC FAIR’s\nVIRTUAL TOWN HALL\nMarch 4th\, 7 – 8:30pm \nWith: \nWini Schiff\nCris Marchionne\nKate Hoy\nVeronica Crawford \nRegister Here and Submit Questions URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/nyc-fair-budget-town-hall-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250218T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20241017T191145Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250122T124740Z UID:22198-1739872800-1739880000@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 New York City \n83 Maiden Lane\, 11th Floor Boardroom\, NY\, NY 10038 \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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250214T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20250130T002434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T002434Z UID:22303-1739534400-1739534400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org SUMMARY:IAC Budget Briefing DESCRIPTION:Please join IAC via Zoom for the Governor’s budget briefing. See what the impact will be for OPWDD. \n  \nTwo Sessions Available: \nFriday\, February 7th\, at 10am \nor \nFriday\, February 14th\, at 12pm \n\n\n\n  \nZoom Info: \nhttps://iacny-org.zoom.us/j/6599597245?pwd=N2czTDMzNWdqU3dTY2VnQnBDMHp0dz09&omn=81162729791&from=addon \nMeeting ID: 659 959 7245 / Passcode: 163879 \nJoin by Telephone: 646-931-3860 URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250212T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20240917T120247Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250105T133657Z UID:22156-1739354400-1739361600@www.manhattanddcouncil.org SUMMARY:Manhattan Adult Services Meet & Greet 2025 DESCRIPTION: \n \nDownload Printable Flyer\n  \nWhat’s Next After High School? \nLearn about programs & services for adults with intellectual & developmental disabilities living in Manhattan! \n  \nLearn About: \n\nDay Hab Programs\nEmployment Services\nOPWDD\n\nYou Can: \n\nLearn about programs & services\nConnect with people who can help\n\nZoom Info: \nhttps://zoom.us/j/94544350248?pwd=jgJk3fgzaHVIUwXbtbyvT1vXWkF2kf.1Meeting ID: 945 4435 0248 / Passcode: 255439 \nParticipating Organizations: \nACANY • ADAPT Community Network • AHRC NYC • Braverhood • Care Design NY • Center for Family Support • Esperanza Center • Gateway Counseling Center • General Human Outreach • Goodwill NYNJ • Lifespire • The NY Foundling • Open the Lid • Partners Health Plan • QSAC • Services for the UnderServed • Sinergia • The Shield • Unique Care • YAI Network \nSponsored By:Manhattan DD Council Transition Committee \nQuestions? aharris27@schools.nyc.gov URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-transition-committee-meeting-4-2-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250207T100000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20250130T002351Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250130T002351Z UID:22301-1738922400-1738922400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org SUMMARY:IAC Budget Briefing DESCRIPTION:Please join IAC via Zoom for the Governor’s budget briefing. See what the impact will be for OPWDD. \n  \nTwo Sessions Available: \nFriday\, February 7th\, at 10am \nor \nFriday\, February 14th\, at 12pm \n\n\n\n  \nZoom Info: \nhttps://iacny-org.zoom.us/j/6599597245?pwd=N2czTDMzNWdqU3dTY2VnQnBDMHp0dz09&omn=81162729791&from=addon \nMeeting ID: 659 959 7245 / Passcode: 163879 \nJoin by Telephone: 646-931-3860 URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250206T113000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20250114T123902Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T145437Z UID:22283-1738836000-1738841400@www.manhattanddcouncil.org SUMMARY:Manhattan Family Support Services Advisory Council Meeting DESCRIPTION:The New Statewide Ombudsman Program\nCommunity Service Society of New York\nPresenters: Flor Raminez & Rachel Shuman\n\nRegistration Link:\nhttps://zoom.us/meeting/register/_6aj3WI-T8KuOdoB5_OEzA\n\nNavigating OPWDD Services? We’re Here to Help \nThe Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Ombuds program\, also known as IDDO\, provides independent guidance and advocacy. \n  \nWe are free and private\nCall our statewide helpline\, open Monday to Friday\, 9 AM to 5 PM.\nCall us at 1-800-762-9290 Email us at iddo@cssny.org \nWhat does IDDO do? \nThe IDDO can help you: \n\nGet information about services and the supports offered through OPWDD.\nConnect you to OPWDD’s Front Door.\nSupport you and advocate with you alongside your providers\, Fiscal Intermediary\, Care Manager\, Care Coordination Organization or anyone else who supports you.\nAdvise you on how to file a complaint.\nWe are free and private Call us at 1-800-762-9290 or Email us at iddo@cssny.org\n\nLearn more about the new Statewide Ombudsman program: \nThe Ombudsman program will provide an independent advocate for individuals who are not able to speak for themselves and provide training and support to those who can make their own decisions to help them achieve greater independence. This program will be available across the entire OPWDD service system \nThe IDDO is funded by the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD) to educate and assist individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities\, their families\, caregivers\, and representatives successfully access OPWDD-funded services and supports. URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-family-support-services-advisory-council-meeting-5-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250201T150000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20250105T135811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250105T140031Z UID:22267-1738405800-1738422000@www.manhattanddcouncil.org SUMMARY:INCLUDEnyc Fair 2025 DESCRIPTION:  \n \n  \nWe’re back in person! Meet face-to-face with recreational programs\, summer camps\, health and educational organizations\, and other supports and services! \nPublic Transportation: \n\n7 train to 34 St–Hudson Yards\nA\, C\, E\, 1\, 2\, and 3 trains to 34 St–Penn Station\nM11\, M12\, and M34 buses\n\nFor general questions and accommodation requests\, contact Kylie at (212) 677-4650 x21 or kbalogh@includenyc.org. For Spanish interpretation\, call (212) 677-4668. \n  \nRegister Here\n  \n\n  \n  \n  \n¡Estamos de vuelta en persona! ¡Esperamos verte en la Feria INCLUDEnyc! Conoce en persona programas recreativos\, campamentos de verano\, organizaciones de salud y educativas\, y otros apoyos y servicios. \nTransporte público: \n\nTren 7 hasta 34 St-Hudson Yards\nTrenes A\, C\, E\, 1\, 2 y 3 hasta 34 St-Penn Station\nAutobuses M11\, M12 y M34\n\nPara preguntas generales y solicitudes de adaptaciones\, comuníquese con Kylie (212) 677-4650 x21 o kbalogh@includenyc.org. Para obtener interpretación en español llame al (212) 677-4668. \n  \nRegístrese aquí\n\n\n\n  URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/manhattan-dd-council-meeting-13-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2-2/ LOCATION:The Tisch Skylights at The Shed\, 11 Hudson Yards\, NY\, NY\, 10001\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="INCLUDEnyc":MAILTO:info@includenyc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250128T110000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20250115T202015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250115T202015Z UID:22286-1738058400-1738062000@www.manhattanddcouncil.org SUMMARY:ADAPT Community Network: Adele Friedman Housing Accessibility Fund DESCRIPTION:Join ADAPT Community Network’s Housing Assistance Services program for an informative webinar on the Adele Friedman Housing Accessibility Fund on\, Tuesday\, January 28th at 10AM! Learn how this fund supports individuals with disabilities by providing financial assistance for housing modifications\, ensuring accessibility and independence. Discover eligibility criteria\, application processes\, and the positive impact this fund has on enhancing quality of life. Don’t miss out on this valuable opportunity to learn more about how the Adele Friedman Housing Accessibility Fund can make a difference! \nRegister now at https://bit.ly/45WGhYL. \nadele-friedman-housing-accessibility-fund-5 URL:https://www.manhattanddcouncil.org/event/adapt-community-network-adele-friedman-housing-accessibility-fund/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250121T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20241017T191039Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T141809Z UID:22196-1737453600-1737460800@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 \n  \nEnjoy a special presentation from Rachel Shuman of Community Service Society of New York on the new IDD Ombuds Program\n  \n122024_iddo-one-pager_v11\niddo-external-outreach-presentation-january-2025-\n  \nIn Person: \nAHRC New York City \n83 Maiden Lane\, 11th Floor Boardroom \nNY\, NY 10038 \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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241217T120000 DTSTAMP:20260423T181555 CREATED:20241017T190620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241023T153123Z UID:22194-1734429600-1734436800@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 \nRSVP Required for In Person Attendance \nRSVP Here \nIn Person: \nYAI\n \n220 E 42nd Street\, 8th Floor Conf Room 8F\nNY\, NY 10017\n \nRSVP Here\n \nRSVP REQUIRED at least 48 hours before meeting time for in-person attendance.  If you do not RSVP by this time\, you will not be allowed past the security desk.\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/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR