03/19/2019
Free Eden II Webinars!
JOIN US, IT'S FREE!!
We are excited to announce our next Wednesday series of free webinars and workshops!
March 20th at 12pm
Webinar:
Managing Challenging Behaviors
March 27th at 12pm
Webinar:
Understanding OPWDD (RUSSIAN/English) - Self Direction
April 3rd at 12pm
Webinar:
Using Reinforcements for Better Results
April 10th at 5pm
Workshop:
Preparing for Outside Activities and Special Events with Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
These trainings will provide instruction in various skills important to families of individuals with autism to assist them in effectively supporting, advocating, and planning for the future of their affected family member. Several trainings will also be applicable to/of interest to individuals with autism spectrum disorders themselves, assisting them in developing the necessary skills and supports to navigate social relationships and current/future employment opportunities.
This webinar and workshop series is provided free of charge by the New York City Department of Mental Health & Hygiene.
You are invited to join us for one or all of the following trainings.
WEBINAR
Wednesday, March 20, 2019
Managing Challenging Behaviors
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST
Managing challenging behaviors in the environment and why they occur. A brief overview of the functions of behavior and why it is important to use extinction. Audience will also learn how to reinforce appropriate behaviors in the absence of maladaptive behaviors.
PRESENTER:
Jillian Doran, LBA, BCBA
Licensed Behavior Analyst
Eden II Programs
WEBINAR
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
Understanding OPWDD (RUSSIAN/English) - Self Direction
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST
This Webinar will help to guide the parents and caregivers of individuals with special needs how to efficiently navigate OPWDD's myriad of services, including Self-direction and traditional services.
Note: This Webinar will be conducted in English/Russian.
PRESENTER:
Olena Zaretska
HCBS Waiver Coordinator
Eden II Programs
WEBINAR
Wednesday, April 3, 2019
Using Reinforcement For Better Results
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST
There are different forms of reinforcement that are used to help reduce and increase maladaptive and positive behaviors respectively. First, we must understand the definition of what reinforcement is. Several descriptions and examples will be provided of the two different classes of reinforcement and how they work in a real-world scenario. To gauge the value of an item's reinforcement, professionals will conduct different methods, such as trial and error or an interview to see what a particular person wants. Once an effective reinforcer is chosen, professionals can begin to work on using primary and secondary forms of reinforcement to help promote positive behaviors.
PRESENTER:
Charles Kramer
QIDP Supervisor, Community Habilitation
Eden II Programs
LIVE IN-PERSON WORKSHOP
Wednesday, April 10, 2019
Preparing for Outside Activities & Special Events with Individuals on the Autism Spectrum
5:00 pm - 7:00 pm EST
Many families find it extremely challenging to take their son or daughter with ASD into the community. For some, this may only be for challenging events, such as going to the doctor or dentist; but for others, it may affect all community outings, such as going to dinner or shopping for groceries. This workshop will provide parents and caregivers with strategies to address these challenges across every day outings to doctors' visits and even planning vacations.
PRESENTER:
Joanne E. Gerenser, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Executive Director
Eden II Programs
Registration is Open!
