Person Centered Services

Roberts Wesleyan 2024 Career Connections Expo
2024-03-18 14:30 - 16:30 UTC | Golisano Community Engagement Center, 2280 Westside Dr, Rochester, NY, 14624, United States
Roberts Wesleyen is excited to host an in-person event at their Golisano Community Engagement Center’s Rinker Conference Hall on Monday, March 18, 2024 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. with table set up, networking, and refreshments from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Person Centered Services representatives will be in attendance to share information about our careers.
Click here for information.

Brocton Central Schools Symposium and Mobile Medical Unit Health & Wellness Fair
2024-03-15 07:00 - 15:45 | Brocton Central Schools, 138 W. Main St., Brocton, NY, 14716, United States
A symposium related to family, school and community connections will take place at Brocton Central Schools on March 15 from 7AM-3:45PM. During the event, mobile medical units will also be available, as well as resources for guests. Person Centered Services will be on-hand with information about our services.

Red Jacket High School Family Matters Carnival
2024-03-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Red Jacket High School, 1506 Route 21, Shortsville, NY, 14548, United States
Person Centered Services will be attending the Red Jacket High School Family Matters Carnival on Saturday, March 9 from 5-7PM, where we will share resources and information. The event will feature a photo booth, raffle baskets, carnival games and more. Guest should bring a snack to share.

Transition Fair
2024-03-07 10:00 - 17:00 | SUNY Geneseo, 1 College Circle, Geneseo, NY, 14454
Teachers, guidance counselors, other professionals, and pre-service teachers are invited to increase their knowledge and networking with providers in Livingston County.
Featuring multiple breakout sessions and the opportunity to speak with representatives from numerous organizations, including Arc GLOW, OPWDD, Genesee Valley, BOCES LIVES Program, Person Centered Services and many more.
Questions? Contact Ellen Bennett, Transition Fair Committee at eliowiza@gmail.com.

Spread the Word WNY - All INclusive Event!
2024-03-06 11:00 - 14:00 | NY
Person Centered Services team members will be present at Spread the Word WNY’s All INclusive Event! This opportunity at the Tri-Main Center (2485 Main Street, Buffalo) on Wednesday, March 6 from 11AM-2PM will feature community service providers, speakers, and entertainment. Guests can sign a pledge to be “All INclusive” in 2024.
Click here to learn more about the work of Spread the Word WNY.

OLV Human Services Education Services Fair
2024-03-05 17:00 - 18:30 | Baker Hall School, 777 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY, 14218, United States
Person Centered Services will be sharing resources and information at the OLV Human Services Education Services Fair on Tuesday, March 5 from 5-6:30PM at Baker Hall School (777 Ridge Road, Lackawanna, NY 14218). The event will include food, gift cards, and access to resources student job opportunities. For more information, please contact mmcmahon@olvs.org or (716) 828-9737.

WNY Family 4th Annual Engagement Conference
2024-02-28 08:30 - 15:30 | M Hotel Buffalo, 2040 Walden Ave., Cheektowaga, NY, 14225, United States
This 2024 conference supports those who want to develop and strengthen community partnerships. Participants will hear about best practices and high-impact engagement that they can use in their day to day work. Through discussion and work sessions, attendees will learn and share important information about family and community engagement. This conference offers a unique opportunity to build strong collaborations and take valuable information back to their schools and agencies.
Person Centered Services representatives will be in attendance at the event, which takes place February 28, 2024 from 8:30AM-3:30PM at the M. Hotel Buffalo (2040 Walden Ave.) in Cheektowaga.
Registration is $100 per person. Register at wnyfamilyengagement.org.

Festival of Inclusion
2024-02-24 11:00 - 14:00 | Golisano Training Center at Nazareth University, 4245 East Ave, Rochester, NY, 14618, United States
Person Centered Services is excited to participate in the 3rd Annual Festival of Inclusion hosted by Best Buddies International, Special Olympics New York, and The Golisano Foundation.`
The event will be held Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Nazareth College’s Golisano Training Center at 4245 East Avenue in Rochester from 11am-2pm.
Come join us for an interactive day of fun and acceptance for the whole family!
Click here to view our full calendar of events.

Transition Expo - Eastern Region
2024-01-24 17:30 - 20:00 | NY
Meet and interact with local providers who offer services supporting successful transition to adulthood for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities!
Our Transition Expo will improve outcomes for students ages 14-21 with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families as they approach adulthood. Through collaboration, education, and networking, we will help individuals and families reach their potential.
Register below for the expo in your region as a provider or guest today:
Transition Services Virtual Expo 2024- Western Region (Niagara, Erie, Orleans, Genesee, Wyoming, Chautauqua, Cattaraugus, Allegany)
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMpdu6rpjgqG9StS1sqdaX6NC-bPWQtllf0
Transition Service Virtual Expo 2024- Eastern Region (Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, Cayuga, Wayne, Chemung, Steuben, Livingston, Schuyler, Yates)
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErfuCoqTwtH9bzEyOXyWmR4DrtO06BfeZr
The expo format will include a brief welcome and introduction from Person Centered Services staff, then all attendees will go to breakout rooms of their choice. Each provider agency will host a breakout room that offers information about their adult services, eligibility criteria, referral processes, and vacancies.
Are you a provider or vendor? In addition to registering for the expo you will be attending, please fill out the Microsoft Form below, with the contact information of the person who will be hosting a breakout room by January 10:
https://forms.office.com/r/wJngHUQVRT

Below are PDF copies of flyers to share:
Eastern Region Transition Expo
Western Region Transition Expo
Combined Transition Expo

Transition Expo - Western Region
2024-01-23 17:30 - 20:00 | NY

LivCo Special Needs Resource Fair
2024-01-20 13:00 - 17:00 | Avon Middle School, 191 Clinton Ave, Avon, NY, 14414, United States
Person Centered Services representatives will be on-hand at the LivCo Special Needs Resource Fair for parents and caregivers in Livingston County who have a child with a physical, cognitive, social, emotional, learning, developmental, or behavioral disability. This free event will take place at Avon Middle School (191 Clinton Ave, Avon, NY 14414) on Saturday, January 20 from 1-5PM. Contact Rebecca Stewart at RebeccaStewart5710@gmail.com or (585)755-0551 for more information.

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES Transition Program Information Night
2024-01-18 17:00 - 18:30 | Monroe-2 Orleans BOCES Professonal Development Center, 3599 Big Ridge Rd, Door 3, Spencerport, NY, 14559, United States
Person Centered Services will be present at the Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES Transition Program Information Night for students, parents, and staff on Thursday, January 18 from 5PM-6:30. If your family has a student exiting high school without a diploma who is recommended by their CSE for a Transition program, Information Night is for YOU! Stop in and learn about all our Transition programs. Be sure to register at www.monroe2boces.org/TransitionNightRegistration or call 585-617-2468.

Live Webinar: Recognizing and Preventing Domestic and Sexual Violence for People with Disabilities
2023-12-14 18:00 - 19:00 | NY
The Person Centered Services Engagement Series is a quarterly discussion to share vital information for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. This series is geared towards people receiving Care Coordination, family and caregivers, and anyone else who would benefit from the information shared.

The latest installment will feature Kelly Weiss, Project Coordinator from the Office for the Prevention of Domestic Violence. She will cover a critical topic — how people with disabilities can recognize and prevent domestic and sexual violence.

The event will include discussions on:

-Identifying the problem: information about rates of violence against people with disabilities

-Risk factors that lead to extremely high rates of victimization

-Signs of domestic and sexual violence

-How to create a safe space for disclosure

-Referring and supporting someone with accessing community services

-Prevention, starting with sexuality education and violence prevention programming

Click here to register for this free live opportunity on December 14, 2023 at 6PM.

Greece CSD SEPTA Community Resource Fair
2023-12-12 18:30 - 19:30 | Autumn Lane Elementary, 2089 Maiden Lane, Rochester, NY, 14626, United States
Person Centered Services will be attending a resource fair for Special Education families at Autumn Lane Elementary in Rochester, NY on December 12 from 6:30PM-7:30PM. This opportunity will provide the chance to meet local businesses that offer programs for students and families with special needs.

What is Health Home Care Coordination? A Free Webinar for Professionals
2023-12-12 12:00 - 13:00 | NY
Professionals who work with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are encouraged to learn about the referral process for securing Care Coordination services.
Click here to register!
Topics to be discussed:
– An Overview of Care Coordination
– OPWDD eligibility and services
– Referral Process Live Q+As

What is Health Home Care Coordination? A Free Virtual Webinar for Special Education Staff
2023-12-05 12:00 - 13:00 | NY
Special education professionals are encouraged to learn about the referral process for securing Care Coordination services.
Click here to register!
Topics to be discussed:
– An Overview of Care Coordination
– Schools and Care Coordination
– OPWDD eligibility, services and supports
– Referral Process
– Live Q+A

West Seneca Educate • Empower • Engage Resource Fair
2023-12-04 17:30 - 19:30 | 1300 Union Road, West Seneca, 1300 Union Road, West Seneca, NY, 14224, United States
West Seneca Central Schools will be hosting Educate • Empower • Engage, a resource fair for families of students with disabilities. The fair will take place on Monday, December 4th, 2023 from 5:30pm – 7:30pm at the West Seneca Community Center, 1300 Union Rd West Seneca, NY 14224. The event will be an open house style, where families can go from table to table collecting information from agencies, and will include activities for children & students to enjoy while their parents are browsing. Person Centered Services will be on hand to share resources.

Best Buddies Champion of the Year Gala
2023-11-17 19:00 - 21:00 | 1900 Empire Blvd #630, 1900 Empire Blvd #630, Webster, NY, 14580, United States
Champion Candidates commit to raising funds and awareness for Best Buddies throughout their campaign. Champions advocate for the Best Buddies mission and generate countless opportunities for friendships, jobs, and leadership development. At the Best Buddies Champion of the Year celebration, Best Buddies honors the Champions’ collective impact and name the ultimate Champion of the Year!
Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).
Person Centered Services is proud to be a sponsor for this event!
Click here to learn more.

Health & Volunteer Fair of Seneca County
2023-11-17 15:00 - 18:00 | Seneca Falls Rec Center, 35 Water St., Seneca Falls, NY, 13148, United States
Person Centered Services will hosting a resources table at the United Way of Seneca County’s Health & Volunteer Fair on Friday, November 17 from 3PM-6PM at the Seneca Falls Rec Center. The event will feature raffle prizes, free car seats, free flu shots, and more.
Read about this community event.

What is Health Home Care Coordination? A Free Webinar for Parents/Caregivers of Students with Developmental Disabilities
2023-11-16 18:00 - 19:00 | NY
Parents and caregivers of students with intellectual and developmental disabilities are encouraged to learn about the referral process for securing Care Coordination services.
Click here to register!
Topics to be discussed:
– An Overview of Care Coordination
– OPWDD eligibility, services, and supports
– Referral Process
– Live Q+A

HireBuffalo Multi-University Alumni Career Fair
2023-11-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Buffalo Marriott Niagara, 1340 Millersport Hwy, Amherst, NY, 14221, United States
Recruiters from Person Centered Services will be on hand at the HireBuffalo Multi-University Alumni Career Fair on November 16 from 11AM-2PM at the Buffalo Marriott Niagara (1340 Millersport Highway, Amherst, NY 14221). The event will be connecting job seekers from the area’s top universities and colleges with the best employers.
Learn more about this opportunity.

Employment Resource Fair
2023-11-14 15:00 - 18:00 | Al Sigl Community of Agencies, 1000 Elmwood Ave, Ste 300, Rochester, NY, 14620, United States
Person Centered Services will present career opportunities at the Al Sigl Community of Agencies on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 from 3PM-6PM as part of an Employment Resource Fair.

Alden Middle School Presentation on Care Coordination
2023-11-08 17:45 - 19:45 | NY
A public event for Alden Central School District families will be presented at the Alden Middle School Library, starting at 5:45PM, hosted by the Alden Central School District Family Support Center. Person Centered Services will present on what Care Coordination is and how it can benefit families.

What is Health Home Care Coordination? A Free Webinar for Parents/Caregivers of Children Ages Birth-5
2023-11-04 10:00 - 11:00 | NY
Parents and caregivers of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities from birth to age 5 are encouraged to learn about the referral process for securing Care Coordination services.
Click here to register!
Topics to be discussed:
– An Overview of Care Coordination
– OPWDD eligibility and services
– Referral Process Live Q+A

Student Mental Health Matters Panel
2023-11-01 17:30 - 19:30 | 140 Lower Terrace, 140 Lower Terrace, Buffalo, NY, 14202, United States
Buffalo Toronto Public Media will be screening part of Now Return Us to Normal on Wednesday, November 1 at 5:30pm. This free “Student Mental Health Matters” event includes dinner, a documentary screening and a panel discussion featuring Community Relations Manager Kristi Moscato. The presentation will also feature a new student mental health tool kit for educators. Click here for more information and to reserve your seat for this free event.

Batavia Career Fair
2023-11-01 13:00 - 15:30 | NY
Person Centered Services will be hosting a table at the Batavia Career Fair on November 1 from 1PM-3:30PM at 1 Mill St., Suite 200 in Batavia, NY 14020, presenting career opportunities.

Flower City Down Syndrome Buddy Walk 2023
2023-10-29 10:00 - 13:00 | Rochester Rotary Sunshine Campus, 809 Five Points Rd, Rush, NY, 14624, United States
The Flower City Down Syndrome Network is a local not-for-profit organization that provides education, support and opportunities to people with Down syndrome and their families in the Greater Rochester area. They are a network of families, professionals, self-advocates and friends who all share in the joys and challenges of a Down syndrome diagnosis.
They are hosting their 27th Annual Buddy Walk fundraiser on Sunday, October 29th at Rochester Rotary Sunshine Campus, in Rush, New York from 10 am-1 pm. Person Centered Services will have a resource available at this event.

2nd Annual East Community Career/Job Fair
2023-10-26 17:30 - 19:00 | East Upper High School, 1801 E. Main Street, Rochester, NY, 14609, United States
East Upper High School’s Community Career/Job Fair will be held on October 26, 2023 from 5:30-7:00. Participants will be able to set up their tables at 5:00 that day. This evening is also Parent/Teacher Conferences and the school’s Family and Community Engagement Committee (FACE) will provide food for the event. Person Centered Services will present hiring opportunities alongside other vendor opportunities.

Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES Open House
2023-10-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES Open House, 3599 Big Ridge Rd, Spencerport, NY, 14559, United States
Monroe 2-Orleans BOCES will be hosting a private open house for BOCES students and their families. Person Centered Services will be sharing information and resources at this event.

Mobile Unit Health Fair for Rural Chautauqua County
2023-10-25 09:00 - 15:00 | Abbe Reformed Church, 595 Clymer Sherman Rd, Clymer, NY, 14724, United States
Vaccinations, mammograms, screenings, information, and lots of food and fun will be available at the Mobile Unit Health Fair in Clymer, NY at Abbe Reformed Church (595 Clymer Sherman Rd).
Service providers will have tables set up to share information. Care Coordinators from Person Centered Services will be on hand to share information about opportunities through our organization.
