Navigating Special Needs in NYC: Everything you need to know
Join us to learn from the top experts in this community. We have answers. You are not alone.
You’ve received an unexpected diagnosis about your child, or perhaps you are worried about your child's development. You have a lot of questions about what to do next. Let our panel of experts guide you through the maze. Whether you're concerned about education, public funding, advocacy, legal or financial planning, or everything all at once, we'll help you take your next steps. Remember: There are solutions. Come be with other parents like you and get the answers.
- Dr. David Salsberg and Dr. Laura Tagliareni are both leading neuropsychologists with Pediatric Assessment, Learning, and Support (PALS), a multidisciplinary group practice in Manhattan.
- Regina Skyer, Special Education Attorney, is the author of How to Survive Turning 5: The Handbook for NYC Parents of Special Needs Children.
- Liz Kinstlinger is New York's go-to advisor on financial and legal planning for this special community.
- Sarah Birnbaum, Special Education Advisor, is the founder and principal of New York Special Needs Support.
- Ruth DiRoma, Senior Family Educator with INCLUDEnyc, helps parents learn how to access benefits under OPWDD.
**Note: Panel begins at 6:00 pm sharp and goes until 7:00 pm, followed by Q & A.