Jeanne Ricigliano, the Director of AutismUp's Center for Community Transition, will be conducting these monthly workshops. All workshops begin at 7pm and are conducted on Zoom. Zoom link details are provided in your registration confirmation email

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Tuesday, January 13 7:00pm-8:30pm
Managing your Government Benefits

Lindsay Murphy, Disability Resource Coordinator & Work Incentive Practitioner at RochesterWorks! Learn about the impact of earnings from work on SSI/SSDI, Medicaid/Medicare, and ways to protect benefits while working. We will also discuss how to report wages to Social Security.”

Tuesday, February 10 7:00-8:30pm
Utilizing the Family Guide to Transition Planning - Preparing Students with Disabilities for Life After High School & Understanding the current diploma and credential options
Jennifer Cacioppo, Family Engagement Facilitator, Office of Special Education School Age Family and Community Engagement Center
This workshop will assist families in understanding the transition planning process specifically from high school to life after high school. Additionally, we will discuss a key component in the transition process. understanding the current diploma and credential options that are available to New York State students.

Tuesday, March 10 7:00-8:30pm

Learn How NY ABLE, Achieving a Better Life Experience account, can help you save without losing benefit
Discover how NY ABLE can help individuals with disabilities and their families save money—without risking important public benefits.

NY ABLE allows eligible individuals with disabilities to save for qualified disability-related expenses while continuing to receive federal benefits such as SSI, SSDI, and Medicaid. With flexible savings and investment options, NY ABLE empowers individuals to maintain independence and gain greater control over their financial future.

Join us for this informative workshop to learn about: • Who qualifies for a NY ABLE account • How to budget, save, and invest using an ABLE account • How to use funds from a College Savings account to fund an ABLE account • What types of expenses ABLE account funds can be used for