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Wildwood Programs Family and Community Services Presents


Three Free Workshops For Families and Professionals

Obtaining Services Through the NYS Office For People with Developmental Disabilities (Formerly OMRDD)

Monday, September 20, 2010, 9am-11am

RSVP by September 16, 2010

Barb Kirby, Intake Coordinator will provide a “road map” on the process of applying for eligibility for services funded by OPWDD.  Learn about eligibility criteria, the documentation that is needed to support the diagnosis and options when it’s determined that there is insufficient documentation.

Danielle Mazza, Director of Medicaid Service Coordination, will answer the question: “What is a Medicaid Service Coordinator (MSC) and why do I need one?” Learn how and why an MSC can help you complete a Medicaid Waiver application.

Carla Waltersdorf, At Home Residential Habilitation Coordinator, will describe the At Home Residential Habilitation (AHRH) Program model, what to expect from services and how to access services.

Marie Floyd, Director of Family and Community Services, will discuss the services that are available through Family Support Services including recreation/respite, case management, advocacy, counseling, reimbursement grants and behavior support services.

Bring your questions!

Services After Graduation

Friday, October 22, 2010, 9am-11am

RSVP by Ocotber 19, 2010

Josh Muchmore, Director of Employment Services, will discuss how Employment Servicea has a unique entry point (VESID). Learn about how to access Supported Employment and related services, what types of activities are typically included, i.e. job coaching, and how the process functions in the “real world” including some success stories.

Robin Sheldon, Director of Day Services, Kathleen Sheridan, Site Manager East Gate Day Habilitation Program, Matt Whelan, Coordinator Transitional Day Services.

Learn about what Day Habilitation has to offer. Hear about a typical day at our community-based sites. Learn about our pre-vocational program designed to help individuals move towards employment. And learn about how Wildwood is moving towards creating more distinct, specialized program options for individuals who have more intensive needs, such as individuals who are aging, need more behavioral supports or need unique environmental modifications.

Bring your questions!

 

Preparing For Adult Living

Friday, October 29, 2010, 9am-11am

RSVP by October 26, 2010

Presenters: Sue Hanson, Director of Residential Services and Jessica Pulensky, Assistant Director of Residential Services.

The landscape of options has changed for adults who wish to live away from home. Sue Hanson and Jessica Pulensky will explain these changes, how you can prepare your adult (and yourselves!), and how to think about what your young adult needs in any living environment.

Bring your questions!

Where: Wildwood Programs

1190 Troy Schenectady Rd

Latham, New York 12110

RSVP: (518) 640-3300

Please call Receptionist at above number for directions.

Please call Marie Awn Floyd (518) 640-3346 with questions.

There is no charge for attendance.

 

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