ASPIE ADVOCACY ACTIVITIES
The "Triple A" of the Autism Spectrum
  Come join an exciting new group of people with Asperger’s and their families.
We are starting a group that will involve social activities and learning opportunities.                       
We will have fun opportunities to meet other young people with Asperger’s.
FUN   ADVOCACY   SNACKS   PARENT GROUP
Parents can meet others and receive support and training. Topics can include Transition, Advocacy, and Local Services.

When: Sept. 19, 2011        6:30pm - 8:30 pm     
Where: Ulster- Greene ARC,     471 Albany Avenue,     Kingston, NY 12401
 Contact: Jennifer Marshall,    845-339-8320   jensim@earthlink. net
Supported by:  Mental Health Association of Ulster County,Ulster- Greene ARC
Hudson Valley Autism Society, Resource Center for Accessible Living

Ulster County SYSTEM OF CARE Workshop/Conference for Parents and Professionals who have or work with kids in schools and/or agencies.
Keynote Speaker: Carol Hardesty, from Westchester County Family Ties, will speak about parent empowerment with a focus on leadership and communication skills. 

FREE Dinner!  FREE Raffle!   Childcare  Provided. Wednesday, March 14, 2012 4:00 - 7:30 PM.   George Washington Elementary School, 67 Wall Street, Kingston, NY. 

Shared by: Lydia Diaz, LMSW, Mental Health Systems Specialist, Ulster County Mental Health Department

Click "read more" for registration information . . . 
Sunny Corey,      acor@co.ulster.ny.us

Learn how to find a job, write a resume, and be interviewed!!!
Come to the Work Readiness Workshop
Everette Hodge Center
1521 Franklin St, Kingston, NY
Wednesday March 28, 2012 from 4:15 to 5:15

Must be between the ages of 16 and 21 to participate.
  Call (845) 331-7080 x153 for more details
    Brought to you by Family of Woodstock, Inc. and the WIB Youth Council

Ulster County Transition Coordinating Council presents
2012 Parent Information Series
Are you a parent or guardian of a young adult with an IEP or 504 Plan? Do you know who can provide services after high school graduation?  Do you have concerns about accessing supports? If so, you are invited to attend the following FREE informational workshop to learn about available options and resources.  Come and get answers to your questions and initiate linkages to the adult services which promote the successful transition of young adults from school to living, learning and earning in their communities.

This workshop will be offered from 6:00 - 8:00p.m. at two different locations: 
Tuesday,  April 10th at Ulster County BOCES Career & Tech Center, Rte.  9W, Port Ewen, NY
and
Tuesday, April 17th at Ulster County BOCES, Rte. 32, New Paltz, NY
For More Information or to Register: Contact Lucille Ruggieri at (845) 340-4160 or email LRuggieri@gatewayindustries.org or read more below.