Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
2018-09-03 11:00 - 12:00, 2018-09-04 05:30 - 18:30, 2018-09-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2018-09-11 05:30 - 18:30, 2018-09-17 11:00 - 12:00, 2018-09-18 05:30 - 18:30, 2018-09-24 11:00 - 12:00, 2018-09-25 05:30 - 18:30 UTC and 6 more dates | PILS, 1441 Route 22, Brewster, NY, 10509
If you have prediabetes you are at risk of it progressing to type 2 diabetes in 5 years. Type 2 puts you at risk for heart attack, stroke, blindness, and more.
You can reduce your risk or prevent type 2 with this CDC approved lifestyle change program. The long-term support of a year long program can give you the skills you need to lose weight, be more physically active and manage stress.
A trained lifestyle coach will guide and encourage you and you will get the support of other participants with the same goals as you.
We will meet weekly, followed by bi-monthy and then monthly to give you ongoing support and the information you need.
Email dheilbrunn@wilc.org or call 845.988.7374 ext. 1126.

Let's Get Social
2018-09-11 11:30 - 13:30, 2018-09-18 11:30 - 13:30, 2018-09-25 11:30 - 13:30 | WILC, 10 County Center Road, White Plains, NY, 10607, United States
September 11, 18, 25
A three session social skills workshop that fosters confidence while participants learn how to make friends, interact with a group, practicing socializing and more, all in a low stress, accepting environment.
Lets Get Social Flyer- September 2018
For more information and to register contact the organizer listed below.

Partners for Success
2018-09-17 09:00 - 13:00, 2018-09-18 09:00 - 13:00, 2018-09-20 09:00 - 13:00, 2018-09-21 09:00 - 13:00 | WILC, 10 County Center Road, White Plains, NY, 10607, United States
September 17, 18, 20, 21
Partners for Success a work readiness, vocational and social rehabilitation training program provides information and supports that assist individuals with disabilities to better understand themselves, to successfully engage and participate in the vocational rehabilitation (VR) process, to obtain and retain employment, and to define and pursue a desired future (for example, education, work, wellness, housing, etc.). The program is based on three key tenets: personal awareness, personal responsibility, and personal empowerment.
Contact the organizer listed below to register for this program.

The Office for People with Developmental Disabilities
2018-09-18 10:00 - 12:00 | PILS, 1441 Route 22, Brewster, NY, 10509
Participants will gain an understanding of OPWDD’s mission and purpose; the process to become eligible for OPWDD supports services; types of supports and services available; and where individuals and families can go to get assistance.
Presenters: Irene F. Bardach, Front Door Intake Coordinator, Mark Niederhauser, Front Door Liaison
OPWDD Workshop Flyer 9-18-18
Click here to register for OPWDD informational workshop.
For more information contact the organizer listed below.

Addressing the Stigma of ADHD and Co-Occurring Conditions
2018-09-20 19:00 - 20:30 | PILS, 1441 Route 22, Brewster, NY, 10509
Robert M. Tudisco, Special Education Attorney discusses the origins and nature of stigma against mental illness, ADHD, Learning Disabilities and a number of other disabilities.
Addressing the Stigma of ADHD
To register for Addressing the Stigma of ADHD click here.
For additional information contact the organizer listed below.

Self-Directed Services
2018-09-22 10:00 - 12:00 | Mahopac Library, 668 Route 6, Mahopac, NY, 10541, United States
Is Self-Direction for Us? An over view of self-directed services.
Presented by Jennifer Strano, Self-Direction Liason, Taconic DDRO
Flyer for Self-Direction workshop
Click here to register here for Self-Direction workshop or contact the organizer listed below.

Positively Speaking
2018-09-26 15:00 - 16:15 | WILC, 10 County Center Road, White Plains, NY, 10607, United States
Join us for our next support group for people with autism. The focus of this group series, Positively Speaking, is to gain a sense of belonging in a supportive community where effective communication and listening skills are used and developed.
For additional information and to reserve your space contact the organizer listed below.

Family Empowerment Advocacy Series
2018-10-12 10:00 - 15:00 | PILS, 1441 Route 22, Brewster, NY, 10509
This multi-part series will run on the following Fridays, October 12th, 19th, 26th, November 2nd and 9th. November 9th is a make-up day in case of inclement weather. You must be able to commit to attend all of the sessions.

Topics will include developing an educational records binder, understandings evaluations and the IEP, communicating effectively with your district/team, understanding the CSE process, rules and regulations, and more.
Family Empowerment Advocacy Series Fall 2018(1)
Click here to register for Family Empowerment Advocacy

Side by Side
2018-10-16 14:00 - 15:30 | WILC, 10 County Center Road, White Plains, NY, 10607, United States
A 5-week support group for people with disabilities looking to gain independence while transitioning into adulthood.
As new situations and complicated choices confront us, having the support of your peers can make all the difference. Topics covered are meeting up with friends, going to college, work, relationships, and moving out of the family home.
Flyer for Side by Side October 16
To register contact the organizer listed below.

Enhancing Executive Functioning at School/Home
2018-10-18 12:00 - 14:00 | WILC, 10 County Center Road, White Plains, NY, 10607, United States
Bring a brown bag lunch for this Lunch and Learn.
Parents, school personnel and community providers are invited to join us for this informative workshop which will focus on practical tips and interventions that parents and teachers can implement at home and in the classroom to improve students’ executive functions, including: using a planner, completing large tasks, time management, managing distractions, and organization and more.
Executive Functions Workshop 10-18-18
Register for the workshop by clicking here.

Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
2018-10-18 17:30 - 18:30 | PILS, 1441 Route 22, Brewster, NY, 10509
If you have a diagnosis of prediabetes or are at risk for prediabetes sign up for PT2, part of the National Diabetes Prevention Program, to prevent or delay type 2 diabetes.
CDC approved curriculum
Weekly sessions with a trained lifestyle coach
Support to help you lose weight, eat healthier, be more physically active
Flyer for Prevent Type 2 Diabetes
Fill out the eligibility form to register.
Contact the organizer listed below for more information.

Anxiety – How can you help your child?
2018-10-18 19:00 - 20:30 | PILS, 1441 Route 22, Brewster, NY, 10509
What are the warning signs? When does it turn to school avoidance? How can schools help? Learn about how families can become active partners in resolving student’s anxiety, and how schools can utilize a Neuro-Developmentally informed intervention strategy. These practical information sessions are for parents of children of all ages.
This is a two-part series, in which the second session builds on the information gained from the first session. Only those, who attend Part One will be permitted to attend Part Two.
Anxiety: How can you help your child?
Register for this workshop here.
