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ThinkDIFFERENTLY EVENTS

January 3, 2019

ThinkDIFFERENTLY 2019!

Happy and Healthy New Year !

The ThinkDIFFERENTLY Calendar for 2019 is being finalized! We will be posting events soon! Other wonderful events ahead is on February 8, 2019, Tim Tebow’s “Nite to Shine” and February is also the month that we will be kicking off the Special Olympics of New York Summer Games in Poughkeepsie volunteer recruitment!

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March 25, 2019

Greystone Turning Over Stones Training: Managing Work & Stress March 25, 2019 9:30 am - 10:30 am 5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533
Managing Work and Stress
9:30a-10:30a (Pattiann)

Advance registration is required. Open to all - free of charge
To register for classes contact:
Gina Zullo – Phone: (845) 452-5772 x102 – Email: gzullo@greystoneprograms.org

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Your Defiant Child/Managing Defiant Behavior
Your Defiant Child/Managing Defiant Behavior

March 5, 2019 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Mental Health America of Dutchess County, 253 Mansion St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, USA

This course is for caregivers managing challenging and defiant behavior in children ages 2-12. The course is based on the book "Your Defiant Child" by Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D and Christine Benton. There is no fee for the course. This series is made possible by a grant from the United Way of Dutchess-Orange.
Child care is not available.
To register, please mail attached form to : MHA 253 Mansion Street, Suite 201 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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Transition to College Conference
Transition to College Conference

March 12, 2019 8:45 am - 1:00 pm
Dutchess Community College, 53 Pendell Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, USA

Students with disabilities who intend to pursue a college degree, will learn about key considerations as they plan for their transition to any type of institution of higher education. This workshop is not intended for potential participants of the Think Ahead program at DCC.
For information please contact Freya Bomba, Arlington Central School District at
fbomba@acsdny.org.

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Your Defiant Child/Managing Defiant Behavior
Your Defiant Child/Managing Defiant Behavior

March 12, 2019 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Mental Health America of Dutchess County, 253 Mansion St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, USA

This course is for caregivers managing challenging and defiant behavior in children ages 2-12. The course is based on the book "Your Defiant Child" by Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D and Christine Benton. There is no fee for the course. This series is made possible by a grant from the United Way of Dutchess-Orange.
Child care is not available.
To register, please mail attached form to : MHA 253 Mansion Street, Suite 201 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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Greystone - Turning over Stones - Linkedin Training
Greystone - Turning over Stones - Linkedin Training

March 12, 2019 10:00 am - 11:00 am
5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533

Introduction to LinkedIn
10:00a-11:00a (Peter)

**All classes are open to the public and free of charge**

Contact:

Gina Zullo, Employment Services Supervisor

5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533

Phone: (845) 452-5772 Ext. 102 I Cell: (845) 418-0547

Fax: (845) 224-3453 I www.greystoneprograms.org

gzullo@greystoneprograms.org

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2019 Public Forums- Service Needs for Individuals with IDD
2019 Public Forums- Service Needs for Individuals with IDD

March 12, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
DBCH Training Room 230 North Road Poughkeepsie, NY

We Want to Hear from You!
As we begin work on Dutchess County’s service plans for 2020, we need your help to better understand what services need improvement for you, your family, and the people you serve. All forum sessions will be held in the DBCH Training Room (Entrance #1), 230 North Road, in Poughkeepsie.
For more information, call (845) 485-9700.

Unable to attend? Comments are welcome!
DutchessNY.gov/ForumComments

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LGBTQ & Ability Support and Discussion Group
LGBTQ & Ability Support and Discussion Group

March 12, 2019 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Taconic Resources-Independence, 82 Washington St # 214, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, USA

LGBTQ + Abilities Support and Discussion Group

This group is open to all people of the disability and LGBTQ community. It meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month from 5:30 pm to 7:30 pm.

Contact Charla to RSVP in attendance; charlarubym@gmail.com or call/text 845-443-5924

If you require an American Sign-Language interpreter must RSVP 1-2 weeks in advance.

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Citizen Preparedness Training - two Locations
Citizen Preparedness Training - two Locations

March 14, 2019 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Gardiner Library, 133 Farmer's Turnpike, Gardiner, NY 12525, USA

ANYONE WITH A HEARING LOSS, OR A FAMILY MEMBER OF SOMEONE
WITH A HEARING LOSS INVITED TO ATTEND:

TOPIC: The American Red Cross will conduct Citizen Preparedness Training touching on topics such as fire safety, severe weather preparedness, evacuation plans, emergency supply kits, pet safety, communication plans and more.

DATE: MARCH 14, 2019

MEETINGS HELD AT:

1:30 PM at Gardiner Library, 133 Farmers Turnpike,

Or,

7:00 PM at Taconic Resources for Independence, 82 Washington Street, Suite 214, Poughkeepsie

Please note: Meetings are free and open to the public. Ample parking is available at each site.

For more information email or call
Alice Tenuto at atenuto@optonline.net, or call 845-489-7008, OR Jeanine Byrnes email at j.byrnes@taconicresources.org or call 845-452-3913

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Greystone - Turning over Stones Training
Greystone - Turning over Stones Training

March 14, 2019 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533

Introduction to Microsoft Office 2:00p-3:00p (Chris/Phil)

**All classes are open to the public and free of charge**

Contact:

Gina Zullo, Employment Services Supervisor

5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533

Phone: (845) 452-5772 Ext. 102 I Cell: (845) 418-0547

Fax: (845) 224-3453 I www.greystoneprograms.org

gzullo@greystoneprograms.org

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Citizen Preparedness Training - two Locations
Citizen Preparedness Training - two Locations

March 14, 2019 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Taconic Resources for Independence, 82 Washington Street, Suite 214, Poughkeepsie

ANYONE WITH A HEARING LOSS, OR A FAMILY MEMBER OF SOMEONE
WITH A HEARING LOSS INVITED TO ATTEND:

TOPIC: The American Red Cross will conduct Citizen Preparedness Training touching on topics such as fire safety, severe weather preparedness, evacuation plans, emergency supply kits, pet safety, communication plans and more.

DATE: MARCH 14, 2019

MEETINGS HELD AT:

1:30 PM at Gardiner Library, 133 Farmers Turnpike,

Or,

7:00 PM at Taconic Resources for Independence, 82 Washington Street, Suite 214, Poughkeepsie

Please note: Meetings are free and open to the public. Ample parking is available at each site.

For more information email or call
Alice Tenuto at atenuto@optonline.net, or call 845-489-7008, OR Jeanine Byrnes email at j.byrnes@taconicresources.org or call 845-452-3913

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Special Education PTA - in Spanish
Special Education PTA - in Spanish

March 15, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Lagrange Association Library, 488 Freedom Plains Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12603, USA

SEPTA (Special Education PTA) Support group that is held every 3rd Friday of the month from 6 to 7 in Spanish and from 7 to 8pm in English in the Lagrange Library.

Please contact Ivonne Rios at ivy2115@yahoo. for further information or any questions.

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Special Olympics Swim Practice
Special Olympics Swim Practice

March 16, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Beacon High School, 101 Matteawan Rd, Beacon, NY 12508, USA

RSVP - Kathi Nolan1@gmail.com to sign up

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Your Defiant Child/Managing Defiant Behavior
Your Defiant Child/Managing Defiant Behavior

March 19, 2019 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Mental Health America of Dutchess County, 253 Mansion St, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, USA

This course is for caregivers managing challenging and defiant behavior in children ages 2-12. The course is based on the book "Your Defiant Child" by Russell A. Barkley, Ph.D and Christine Benton. There is no fee for the course. This series is made possible by a grant from the United Way of Dutchess-Orange.
Child care is not available.
To register, please mail attached form to : MHA 253 Mansion Street, Suite 201 Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

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Greystone - Turning over Stones - Training: Breathing Techniques
Greystone - Turning over Stones - Training: Breathing Techniques

March 19, 2019 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533

Breathing Techniques
2:00p-3:00p (Pattiann)

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Greystone Turning over Stones Training: Interview Skill Building
Greystone Turning over Stones Training: Interview Skill Building

March 21, 2019 9:30 am - 10:30 am
5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533

Interview Skill Building
9:30a-10:30a (Melissa)

**All classes are open to the public and free of charge**

Contact:

Gina Zullo, Employment Services Supervisor

5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533

Phone: (845) 452-5772 Ext. 102 I Cell: (845) 418-0547

Fax: (845) 224-3453 I www.greystoneprograms.org

gzullo@greystoneprograms.org

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Special Olympics Swim Practice
Special Olympics Swim Practice

March 23, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Beacon High School, 101 Matteawan Rd, Beacon, NY 12508, USA

RSVP - Kathi Nolan1@gmail.com to sign up

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Greystone Turning Over Stones Training: Managing Work & Stress
Greystone Turning Over Stones Training: Managing Work & Stress

March 25, 2019 9:30 am - 10:30 am
5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533

Managing Work and Stress
9:30a-10:30a (Pattiann)

Advance registration is required. Open to all - free of charge
To register for classes contact:
Gina Zullo – Phone: (845) 452-5772 x102 – Email: gzullo@greystoneprograms.org

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Greystone's Turning Over Stones Training: Mock Interviews
Greystone's Turning Over Stones Training: Mock Interviews

March 27, 2019 1:30 pm - 2:30 pm
5 Givans Ave, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA

Mock Interviews
1:30p-3:00P (Dana)
**All classes are open to the public and free of charge**

Contact
Gina Zullo, Employment Services Supervisor

5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533

Phone: (845) 452-5772 Ext. 102 I Cell: (845) 418-0547

Fax: (845) 224-3453 I www.greystoneprograms.org

gzullo@greystoneprograms.org

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Greystone's Turning Over Stones Training: Basic Computer Skills 101
Greystone's Turning Over Stones Training: Basic Computer Skills 101

March 28, 2019 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
5 Givans Ave, Wappingers Falls, NY 12590, USA

Basic Computer Skills 101
5:00p-6:00p (Chris/Phil)
**All classes are open to the public and free of charge**

Contact:
Gina Zullo, Employment Services Supervisor

5 Givans Avenue, 1st Floor Wappingers Falls, NY 12533

Phone: (845) 452-5772 Ext. 102 I Cell: (845) 418-0547

Fax: (845) 224-3453 I www.greystoneprograms.org

gzullo@greystoneprograms.org

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Hudson Valley Self-Direction Meeting
Hudson Valley Self-Direction Meeting

March 28, 2019 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
New Paltz Central School District, 1 Eugene L Brown Dr, New Paltz, NY 12561, USA

Disabilities Rights and Advocacy

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Special Olympics Swim Practice
Special Olympics Swim Practice

March 30, 2019 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Beacon High School, 101 Matteawan Rd, Beacon, NY 12508, USA

RSVP - Kathi Nolan1@gmail.com to sign up

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ThinkDIFFERENTLY Moments

100 Cups of Coffee

Chief of Police, Thomas Pape attended Dutchess County’s 100 Cups of Coffee at Taconic Resources for Independence and was inspired [ …Read More ]

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Verplanck Garden Club

Verplanck Garden Club at Stony Kill Farm’s Environmental and Education Center in Wappingers Falls, NY have been maintaining the Special [ …Read More ]

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Dr. Joseph Bonanno receives award.

Dr Joseph Bonanno the Medical Director for both OPWDD Taconic Region and Arc of Dutchess was honored for his outstanding [ …Read More ]

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Coach Vincent and Jonathan “Superman” Brunot

Coach Vincent Del-Cid is a CPA and has previously worked for JP Morgan. Prior to meeting Jonathan “Superman” Brunot, he had [ …Read More ]

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Youth Soft Skills Empowerment & Hudson Cadillac

Emanuel Cordero, a vocational coordinator from Youth Soft Skills Empowerment (YSSE) (left) met with Mike Mullaney, Dealer Principal (right) from [ …Read More ]

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Carnival Lion for the 2017 ThinkDIFFERENTLY Picnic

Elanor DeMan, a Roosevelt High School student and her father, Jayson DeMan created this fantastic ‘Carnival Lion’ as a bean [ …Read More ]

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Red Hook Library Creates “All Abilities Program Series”

Red Hook Public Library has created an All Abilities Program Series for families with special needs to gather and enjoy. The [ …Read More ]

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Universal Park Equipment

Congratulations to Sidney Scoralick, James Ryan and Ulises Olmedo. Special thanks to their teacher Kimberly Sweck, Arlington High School, Teacher-Engineering and Cameron Tuller, a junior at the time, who helped the team with the physical construction of the project.

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