BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Starbridge - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Starbridge X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://starbridgeinc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Starbridge REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20280312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20281105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261003T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T235959 DTSTAMP:20260903T131221Z CREATED:20260701T130409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T131221Z UID:6865-1790985600-1794095999@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Family Empowerment Series - Fall 2026 DESCRIPTION:This fall series prepares families and caregivers to better advocate within the educational system for their children\, and be a resource for other families of students who have disabilities in their community. \n\n\n\nSaturday Sessions: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. \n\n\n\nTuesday Sessions: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. \n\n\n\nRegistration is required. Links will be sent after application is complete. For people with a Self-Directed budget\, OPWDD requires your budget to cover the cost of participation. Please check with your Support Broker if you have questions about utilizing your budget for this program. \n\n\n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturday\, October 3 – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm \n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 6 – 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm \n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 13 – 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm \n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 20 – 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm \n\n\n\nTuesday\, October 27 – 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm \n\n\n\nTuesday\, November 3 – 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm \n\n\n\nSaturday\, November 7 – 9:00 am – 1:00 pm \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\nRegister Now\n\n\nRegistration is closed. If you are interested in taking this series\, please contact Swyatt@starbridgeinc.org to be put on our next terms registration list or we can refer you to our core community partners. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/family-empowerment-series-fall-2026/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261008T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261105T235959 DTSTAMP:20260126T150839Z CREATED:20250121T194139Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T150839Z UID:5256-1791417600-1793923199@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Starbridge Signature Series Presents: Creating a Life After High School- Fall Session DESCRIPTION:Fall 2026 Dates: October 8\, 15\, 22\, 29 and November 55-8 pm \n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: In Person or Hybrid Al Sigl 1000 Elmwood Ave Rochester\, NY 14620 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTogether\, we can help you and your child with a disability plan for life after high school. We offer a safe and encouraging environment where families can dream and explore options. Two sessions are offered with in-person and virtual options available. \n\n\n\nLearn about opportunities and find answers to questions that may be on your mind like: \n\n\n\n\nWhat resources can provide support?\n\n\n\nWhere can I live?\n\n\n\nWhere can I work?\n\n\n\nWhat can I do for fun?\n\n\n\n\nAt the end of this program\, participants will have the opportunity to apply for funds to support their future vision. \n\n\n\nRegistration is open to all students in Monroe\, Wyoming\, Livingston\, Ontario\, and Wayne County NY\, ages 15-21\, who are living at home  \n\n\n\nFor students receiving traditional OPWDD-funded services\, our contract from Region 1 Developmental Disabilities Regional Office covers the cost of your participation. \n\n\n\nFor students with a Self-Directed budget\, OPWDD requires the budget to cover the cost of participation. Please consult your Support Broker for details about using your budget for this program. \n\n\n\nRegistration is required. To register or for questions contact\, Christa Knaak at cknaak@starbridgeinc.org or (585) 371-6742  URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/creating-a-life-after-high-school-series/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261022T180000 DTSTAMP:20261008T132820Z CREATED:20261008T132128Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T132820Z UID:7170-1792684800-1792692000@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Family Fun at Pumpkinville DESCRIPTION:Registration and OPWDD eligibility required.  The event is available to families that reside in Cattaraugus or Allegany Counties. Please contact Kari Cayton at kcayton@starbridgeinc.org with questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration has ended. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/family-fun-and-pumpkinville/ LOCATION:Pumpkinville\, 4844 Sugartown Rd\, Great Valley\, New York\, 14741\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261107T143000 DTSTAMP:20261008T133511Z CREATED:20261008T133506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T133511Z UID:7181-1794056400-1794061800@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Dance Party at the Cuba Library DESCRIPTION:Dance party\, snacks and drinks provided by Starbridge. Please contact Kari Cayton at kcayton@starbridgeinc.org with questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Event – Dance Party at Cuba Library\n \n \n X/TwitterThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Total Number of Attendees(Required)Names of family members who will attend(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Phone Type\n \n \n Home\n \n \n \n Work\n \n \n \n Cell Phone\n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Accommodations neededI am a/an\n \n Family of individual with disability\n \n \n Individual with a disability\n \n \n Other\n Please check “Other” if you are an Education or Human Services Professional\, Student\, or attending in some other capacityDo you or your family member have OPWDD eligibility?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unsure\n \n \n \n N/A\n Care Manager/Coordinator's Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Care Manager/Coordinator's PhoneCare Manager/Coordinator's Email\n \n Primary language spokenPrimary language for writing/readingPublicity PermissionI hereby grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all in any official publicity pieces consistent with Starbridge’s mission. Publicity pieces include (but are not limited to) print or digital publications\, news releases\, videos\, brochures\, promotional materials\, and web use. I understand that signing this release does not guarantee publication of selected items and that I am not being compensated for my participation. I understand that participation in a publicity project – or refusal to participate – will not affect or harm any services my child/dependent/self receives from Starbridge now or in the future. I grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all of the following: (please check all that apply)\n \n photographs of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n name of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n story of my child/dependent/self\n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/dance-party-at-the-cuba-library/ LOCATION:Cuba Public Library\, 39 E Main St\, Cuba\, New York\, 14727\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T130000 DTSTAMP:20260804T143717Z CREATED:20260629T132249Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T143717Z UID:6848-1794312000-1794315600@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Special Education in NYS: A Parent's Guide DESCRIPTION:This joint session offered by Starbridge and the FACE Center will review the information in Special Education in New York State for Preschool and School-Age Students with Disabilities: A Parent’s Guide. Learn about the special education process including referral\, initial evaluation\, eligibility determination\, IEP development and implementation\, annual review and reevaluation. Information will also be shared related to rights for parents and other resources related to special education in NY State. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/special-education-in-nys-a-parents-guide/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261111T180000 DTSTAMP:20260107T192923Z CREATED:20260107T192853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T192923Z UID:6466-1794414600-1794420000@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Family Fun & Empowerment at Play Zone DESCRIPTION:Play Zone575 Spittler LaneLimestone\, NY 14753 \n\n\n\nRequirements: \n\n\n\nOPWDD eligibilityReside in Cattaraugus or Allegany County \n\n\n\nJoin us in building connections and friendships to one another at the YMCA Fun Zone! Parents can play in the Play Zone\, and\, or can meet and connect with other parents. \n\n\n\nProvided by Starbridge:– Pizza– Drinks \n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please contact Kari Cayton \n\n\n\nkcayton@starbridgeinc.org | (585) 259-4576 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegistration is required – RSVP no later than Oct. 14 \n\n\n\n \n URLThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Total Number of Attendees(Required)Names of family members who will attend(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Phone Type\n \n \n Home\n \n \n \n Work\n \n \n \n Cell Phone\n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Accommodations neededI am a/an\n \n Family of individual with disability\n \n \n Individual with a disability\n \n \n Other\n Please check “Other” if you are an Education or Human Services Professional\, Student\, or attending in some other capacityDo you or your family member have OPWDD eligibility?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unsure\n \n \n \n N/A\n Care Manager/Coordinator's Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Care Manager/Coordinator's PhoneCare Manager/Coordinator's Email\n \n Primary language spokenPrimary language for writing/readingPublicity PermissionI hereby grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all in any official publicity pieces consistent with Starbridge’s mission. Publicity pieces include (but are not limited to) print or digital publications\, news releases\, videos\, brochures\, promotional materials\, and web use. I understand that signing this release does not guarantee publication of selected items and that I am not being compensated for my participation. I understand that participation in a publicity project – or refusal to participate – will not affect or harm any services my child/dependent/self receives from Starbridge now or in the future. I grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all of the following: (please check all that apply)\n \n photographs of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n name of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n story of my child/dependent/self\n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/ffe-nov-2026/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T190000 DTSTAMP:20260804T152820Z CREATED:20260723T135832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T152820Z UID:6905-1795111200-1795114800@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Understanding Self-Direction DESCRIPTION: An introductory\, family-friendly workshop designed to guide parents and caregivers through the New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)Self-Directed Services model. Presented by Parent to Parent of NYS. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/understanding-self-direction/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261121T140000 DTSTAMP:20261019T154040Z CREATED:20261019T153905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T154040Z UID:7207-1795262400-1795269600@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Family Fun Swim DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a family swim at the YMCA\, Olean. Contact Kari Cayton\, kcayton@starbridgeinc.org\, with questions.NY Requirements: OPWDD eligibility and reside at home in Allegany or Cattarugus County.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Event – Family Fun Swim 11/21/26\n \n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Total Number of Attendees(Required)Names of family members who will attend(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Phone Type\n \n \n Home\n \n \n \n Work\n \n \n \n Cell Phone\n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Accommodations neededI am a/an\n \n Family of individual with disability\n \n \n Individual with a disability\n \n \n Other\n Please check “Other” if you are an Education or Human Services Professional\, Student\, or attending in some other capacityDo you or your family member have OPWDD eligibility?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unsure\n \n \n \n N/A\n Care Manager/Coordinator's Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Care Manager/Coordinator's PhoneCare Manager/Coordinator's Email\n \n Primary language spokenPrimary language for writing/readingPublicity PermissionI hereby grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all in any official publicity pieces consistent with Starbridge’s mission. Publicity pieces include (but are not limited to) print or digital publications\, news releases\, videos\, brochures\, promotional materials\, and web use. I understand that signing this release does not guarantee publication of selected items and that I am not being compensated for my participation. I understand that participation in a publicity project – or refusal to participate – will not affect or harm any services my child/dependent/self receives from Starbridge now or in the future. I grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all of the following: (please check all that apply)\n \n photographs of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n name of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n story of my child/dependent/self\n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/family-fun-swim-2/ LOCATION:YMCA\, 1101 Wayne St.\, Olean\, New York\, 14760\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T130000 DTSTAMP:20261022T183747Z CREATED:20260706T155455Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T183747Z UID:6868-1796299200-1796302800@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Mediation Matters: A Family's Tool for Resolving Special Education Disputes DESCRIPTION:Are you struggling to collaborate with your school district? Do you disagree with the outcome of a Committee on Special Education meeting? \n\n\n\nMediation is a process where a third party impartial person helps the people in conflict decide for themselves how a disagreement can be resolved. This workshop will discuss why and when you should look at doing mediation.  Presented by the Center for Dispute Settlement www.cdsadr.org. \n\n\n\n Register to Join Workshop URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/mediation-matters-a-familys-tool-for-resolving-special-education-disputes/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261218T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261218T203000 DTSTAMP:20260921T173442Z CREATED:20260903T130426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T173442Z UID:7031-1797616800-1797625800@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Santa Express at Arcade & Attica Railroad DESCRIPTION:Santa Express Train at Arcade & Attica RR.  Please dress warm\, dinner will be provided at the stopover station (hot dog\, chips\, and a drink). Registration deadline is December 11 or until all 50 tickets are gone. Registration is required. Parking is across the street\, cross at red light to get to the station. OPWDD eligibility and must reside in Allegany or Cattaraugus Counties.Please contact  Kari Cayton at kcayton@starbridgeinc.org or 585.259.4576 with questions. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now!\n\n\n\n \n FacebookThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Total Number of Attendees(Required)Names of family members who will attend(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Phone Type\n \n \n Home\n \n \n \n Work\n \n \n \n Cell Phone\n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Accommodations neededI am a/an\n \n Family of individual with disability\n \n \n Individual with a disability\n \n \n Other\n Please check “Other” if you are an Education or Human Services Professional\, Student\, or attending in some other capacityDo you or your family member have OPWDD eligibility?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unsure\n \n \n \n N/A\n Care Manager/Coordinator's Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Care Manager/Coordinator's PhoneCare Manager/Coordinator's Email\n \n Primary language spokenPrimary language for writing/readingPublicity PermissionI hereby grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all in any official publicity pieces consistent with Starbridge’s mission. Publicity pieces include (but are not limited to) print or digital publications\, news releases\, videos\, brochures\, promotional materials\, and web use. I understand that signing this release does not guarantee publication of selected items and that I am not being compensated for my participation. I understand that participation in a publicity project – or refusal to participate – will not affect or harm any services my child/dependent/self receives from Starbridge now or in the future. I grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all of the following: (please check all that apply)\n \n photographs of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n name of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n story of my child/dependent/self\n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/santa-express-at-arcade-attica-rr/ LOCATION:Arcade and Attica Railroad\, 278 Main Street\, Arcade\, New York\, 14009\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://starbridgeinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PreVocational_Employers-22.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261231T160000 DTSTAMP:20260126T151054Z CREATED:20251217T203519Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T151054Z UID:6358-1798725600-1798732800@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Family Fun New Year’s Eve Party DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun New Year’s Eve Party and wrap up your 2026 with a wonderful family event! \n\n\n\nProvided by Starbridge:– Pizza– Drinks \n\n\n\nPlay Zone575 Spittler LaneLimestone\, NY 14753 \n\n\n\nRequirements: \n\n\n\n\nOPWDD eligibility\n\n\n\nReside in Cattaraugus or Allegany County\n\n\n\nRegister at least 1 week prior \n\n\n\n\nFor any questions\, please contact Kari Cayton \n\n\n\nkcayton@starbridgeinc.org | (585) 259-4576 \n\n\n\nRegistration is required – Please register no later than Dec. 24th \n\n\n\n \n LinkedInThis field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.Name(Required)\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Total Number of Attendees(Required)Names of family members who will attend(Required)Email(Required)\n \n Phone(Required)Phone Type\n \n \n Home\n \n \n \n Work\n \n \n \n Cell Phone\n Address(Required) \n \n \n \n Street Address\n \n \n Address Line 2\n \n \n City\n \n AlabamaAlaskaAmerican SamoaArizonaArkansasCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutDelawareDistrict of ColumbiaFloridaGeorgiaGuamHawaiiIdahoIllinoisIndianaIowaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMaineMarylandMassachusettsMichiganMinnesotaMississippiMissouriMontanaNebraskaNevadaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNew YorkNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNorthern Mariana IslandsOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaPuerto RicoRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahU.S. Virgin IslandsVermontVirginiaWashingtonWest VirginiaWisconsinWyomingArmed Forces AmericasArmed Forces EuropeArmed Forces Pacific\n State\n \n \n ZIP Code\n \n \n Accommodations neededI am a/an\n \n Family of individual with disability\n \n \n Individual with a disability\n \n \n Other\n Please check “Other” if you are an Education or Human Services Professional\, Student\, or attending in some other capacityDo you or your family member have OPWDD eligibility?(Required)\n \n \n Yes\n \n \n \n No\n \n \n \n Unsure\n \n \n \n N/A\n Care Manager/Coordinator's Name\n \n \n \n First\n \n \n \n \n Last\n \n \n Care Manager/Coordinator's PhoneCare Manager/Coordinator's Email\n \n Primary language spokenPrimary language for writing/readingPublicity PermissionI hereby grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all in any official publicity pieces consistent with Starbridge’s mission. Publicity pieces include (but are not limited to) print or digital publications\, news releases\, videos\, brochures\, promotional materials\, and web use. I understand that signing this release does not guarantee publication of selected items and that I am not being compensated for my participation. I understand that participation in a publicity project – or refusal to participate – will not affect or harm any services my child/dependent/self receives from Starbridge now or in the future. I grant permission to Starbridge to use any and all of the following: (please check all that apply)\n \n photographs of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n name of my child/dependent/self\n \n \n story of my child/dependent/self\n \n Submit \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Δ URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/family-fun-new-years-eve-party/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270121T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270121T130000 DTSTAMP:20260804T153318Z CREATED:20260629T133144Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260804T153318Z UID:6850-1800532800-1800536400@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:NYS Diploma and Credential Options for Students with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:This joint session offered by Starbridge and the FACE Center describes the current diploma and credential options that are available to New York State (NYS) students. It includes information about the credit requirements for graduation in NYS\, the multiple pathways to graduation\, 4 +1 option requirements for all students\, the appeal eligibility criteria for all students\, the safety net options for students with disabilities\, and the exiting credentials available in NYS and the requirements for each. It also introduces participants to the definition of self-determination and its relation to determining individualized diploma and credential options. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/pathways-to-graduation/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270126T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270126T130000 DTSTAMP:20260914T161311Z CREATED:20260914T161103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T161311Z UID:7092-1800964800-1800968400@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Tutoring in New York State: What Families Need to Know DESCRIPTION:When students cannot attend school or an appropriate program is unavailable\, tutoring is often the only means of access to education. In New York State\, tutoring is frequently used—but often inconsistently applied\, misunderstood\, or delayed—leaving students without meaningful instruction. \n\n\n\nThis session focuses specifically on tutoring in NYS: what it is\, when it must be provided\, how it differs from home/hospital instruction\, and what schools are required to do when students are seeking an appropriate placement. \n\n\n\nPresented by Jane Gabriele; parent attorney with Legal Assistance of Western New York URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/tutoring-in-new-york-state-what-families-need-to-know/ LOCATION:New York ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://starbridgeinc.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/PreVocational_Employers-23.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270211T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270211T190000 DTSTAMP:20260730T134325Z CREATED:20260723T135302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260730T134325Z UID:6903-1802368800-1802372400@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Residential Process\, Tips\, Tricks\, and Info DESCRIPTION:Where Do I Begin? The process of pursuing residential placement can be overwhelming. This presentation will help you organize your needs\, preferences\, and documents to help you navigate the process. Presented by Parent to Parent of NYS. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/residential-process-tips-tricks-and-info/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270330T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270330T130000 DTSTAMP:20261015T193517Z CREATED:20261015T193514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T193517Z UID:7192-1806408000-1806411600@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Planning for the Future Series with James Traylor – Session 1: Navigating and Maximizing Benefits DESCRIPTION:Planning for the future means understanding and maximizing the benefits and funding supports available to individuals with disabilities. This one-hour workshop for parents\, caregivers\, and professionals will provide an overview of key programs including SSI\, SSDI\, OPWDD housing supports\, SNAP\, HEAP\, Medicaid and waiver services\, Medicare\, CDPAP\, and ACCES-VR. Participants will learn how these resources work\, how they can support long-term stability and independence\, and strategies for building flexibility and options for individuals and their families. This series is led by James Traylor\, President of Rivent Partners and a nationally recognized advocate and presenter. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/planning-for-the-future-series-with-james-traylor-session-1-navigating-and-maximizing-benefits/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270406T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270406T130000 DTSTAMP:20261015T193804Z CREATED:20261015T193800Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T193804Z UID:7196-1807012800-1807016400@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Planning the Future Series with James Traylor – Session 2: Special Needs Trusts DESCRIPTION:Planning for the future is one of the most important steps families can take to protect the long-term well-being of a loved one with a disability. Special Needs Trusts (SNTs) help ensure that individuals can maintain eligibility for important public benefits while still having access to additional resources that improve quality of life—such as housing options\, staffing supports\, services\, activities\, and personal needs. \n\n\n\nThis session will help parents\, caregivers\, and professionals understand how SNTs work and how they can create financial security and choice for the future. Participants will learn about the different types of Special Needs Trusts\, including 1st Party (self-settled) trusts\, 3rd Party trusts\, and Pooled Trusts managed by nonprofit organizations. We will discuss when each type is appropriate\, how they are funded\, what “Medicaid payback” means\, and how trusts can be set up as part of a will or during a family’s lifetime. There will also be time for questions to help families feel more confident in planning ahead. \n\n\n\n This series is led by James Traylor\, President of Rivent Partners and a nationally recognized advocate and presenter. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/planning-the-future-series-with-james-traylor-session-2-special-needs-trusts/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270413T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270413T130000 DTSTAMP:20261019T153138Z CREATED:20261019T153047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T153138Z UID:7202-1807617600-1807621200@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Planning for the Future with James Traylor – Session 3: Building the Team\, Who will be there for your loved one in the future? DESCRIPTION:Planning for the future means sharing responsibilities\, building backup plans\, and starting important conversations early. This webinar will help parents\, caregivers\, and professionals understand key roles such as Legal Guardian\, Power of Attorney\, Health Care Proxy\, Representative Payee\, and Special Needs Trustee\, along with the roles of Care Coordinators\, Self-Direction Brokers\, and natural supports. Participants will learn how to create a strong\, sustainable Circle of Support that reduces burden and ensures long-term stability for individuals with disabilities. This series is led by James Traylor\, President of Rivent Partners and a nationally recognized advocate and presenter. URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/planning-for-the-future-with-james-traylor-session-3-building-the-team-who-will-be-there-for-your-loved-one-in-the-future/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270414T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270414T130000 DTSTAMP:20260924T135708Z CREATED:20260629T135540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T135708Z UID:6856-1807704000-1807707600@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Supporting Children's Vocabulary Development DESCRIPTION:This is a joint learning session from Starbridge and the FACE Center that will help families foster vocabulary development in young children which in turn helps children with the acquisition of language. Participants will learn how language acquisition supports literacy skills as young children grow and develop in the early and elementary grades and will be introduced to strategies to support the development of vocabulary skills.​ URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/supporting-childrens-vocabulary-development/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270511T130000 DTSTAMP:20260924T135825Z CREATED:20260629T125910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T135825Z UID:6841-1810036800-1810040400@starbridgeinc.org SUMMARY:Testing Accommodations for Students with Disabilities DESCRIPTION:This joint session offered by Starbridge and the FACE Center was developed to promote the understanding and appropriate use of testing accommodations for students with disabilities. The material is intended to provide information related to the decision-making process and types of testing accommodations\, as well as the documentation of appropriate accommodations on the individualized education program (IEP). URL:https://starbridgeinc.org/event/testing-accommodations-for-students-with-disabilities-2/ LOCATION:New York END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR