CPNRI

Governor's Commission on Disabilities
2024-06-24 16:30 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | State of RI, 2 Cherry Dale Court, Cranston, RI, 02920, United States
A meeting by the Rhode Island Governor’s Commission on Disabilities

DSP Week Planning Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-06-25 13:00 - 14:00 | Virtual Format

Jason Mraz & The Superband (Sensory-Friendly Performance)
2024-06-30 14:00 - 16:00 | Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Webosset Street, Providence, RI, 02903, United States
A sensory-friendly performance by Grammy-Award winning singer-songwriter Jason Mraz. Doors open at 2PM with the show at 3PM. The show will last about an hour and include lower sound levels, trained staff and areas for people to talk and leave their seats. The show is at the Providence Performing Arts Center in collaboration with CPNRI member – The Autism Project.

Tickets are on sale now for $5. Click here to purchase.

Dance Me In
2024-07-03 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-10 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-07-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Common Fence Point, Common Fence Point Hall, Portsmouth, Rhode Island, 02871, United States
DANCE ME IN, provides adults with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities accessibility to ballroom dance instruction.

This event is taught by Sue Young from Common Fence Point & Dance Me In.

**MUST RSVP FOR THIS EVENT HERE**

Please note this event is not run by CPNRI.

HR Committee Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-07-09 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-08-13 09:00 - 10:00 | https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ZDVhMDkxOGUtYmJiOS00ZmJmLTg2ODUtMWRmOWExMzU3NjY3%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%220989df6a-1aa6-4efa-ab2f-ec466204703e%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%229d164e4e-9e83-49f0-a8f5-c3a5a2aecf2a%22%7d

CPNRI Networking Event: Golf & Greet (RSVP Required)
2024-07-10 16:00 - 18:00 | Topgolf, 120 Sockanosset Cross Road, Cranston, RI, 02920, United States
This is an opportunity for all CPNRI members to play or watch golf while enjoying food and drinks.

RSVP is required here by Wednesday, July 3 at 10AM.

CPNRI Communications Committee
2024-07-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Hybrid, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, RI, 02852, United States

CFO Financial Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-07-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-08-19 09:00 - 10:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87859038086

Workforce Development Committee Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-07-16 13:00 - 14:00 | Hybrid, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, RI, 02852, United States

Finance Committee Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-07-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-26 10:00 - 11:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82522282447

Monthly DD Provider Meeting (BHDDH)
2024-07-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Format

Advancing Equity in Child Welfare | FSRI Conference
2024-07-30 08:00 - 11:00 | Rhode Island College Gaige Hall, 600 Mt Pleasant Ave, Providence, RI, 02908, United States
Join us for a transformative experience at the “Advancing Equity in Child Welfare” conference, where we will gather leaders, professionals, and advocates dedicated to creating a more equitable future for children in the welfare system. Have questions? Contact Kinzel Thomas, Vice President of Equity and Community Development.
Don’t miss your chance to participate in insightful discussions with a diverse panel of professionals, policymakers, and community advocates, delving into the multifaceted dimensions of equity within the child welfare system. If you would like to attend this conference but face a financial barrier, please contact Olivia DeManche.
REIGSTER HERE.

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 – Starting at 8 am
Rhode Island College, Gaige Hall
Registration fee: $25
Includes coffee and light breakfast. CEU’s are being applied for from RI NASW.

Member Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-08-01 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-09-05 09:30 - 11:30 | Hybrid, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, RI, 02852, United States

CFCM Discussion - BHDDH & DD Providers
2024-08-01 10:30 - 11:30 | Virtual Format

The Importance of Branding with Lauren Atherton | CPNRI Comms Committee
2024-08-08 10:00 - 11:00 | Hybrid, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, RI, 02852, United States

EI Providers Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-08-14 09:30 - 10:30 | Hybrid, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, RI, 02852, United States

CPNRI's Children Provider Meeting
2024-08-21 11:00 - 12:00 | Virtual Format

Executive Committee (CPNRI)
2024-08-22 09:30 - 11:30 | Hybrid, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, RI, 02852, United States

Adaptive Sail
2024-08-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Casey’s Marina, 128 Long Wharf, Newport, RI, 02840, United States
Join Spina Bifida Association of Greater New England for an adaptive sail on the Impossible Dream! The Impossible Dream is a fully accessible catamaran. The crew are all individuals with a disability, and the boat sails from several ports in New England each summer. There is room for 18 people on the boat and families will have the opportunity to get to know each other in nearby Perrotti Park.
Grant funding to cover the cost of this event has been generously provided by the Dralla Foundation.
Click here to register.

Trivia Bash | CPNRI Networking Event [RSVP Required]
2024-08-27 16:00 - 18:00 | CPNRI, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, 02852, United States
This event is open to all members.
Are you ready for a networking night of fun? Join us for food, drinks, and trivia hosted by WRIK Entertainment.
RSVP here by Thursday, August 20.

DSP Deadline: DSP Submissions & Special Award Nominees
2024-08-28
Your last chance chance to submit with no exceptions. Click here to do so.

Training: It's A Team Effort [Registration Required]
2024-08-28 09:00 - 12:00 | CPNRI, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, 02852, United States
BACKGROUND: As many of you may know, over the past two years, CPNRI has utilized a National Expansion of Employment Opportunities Network (NEON) grant from ANCOR and subject matter experts to provide training and Community of Practice opportunities to employment providers in RI. Culminating off this work led by Jeannine Pavlak, CEO of New England Business Associates (NEBA), and coordinated by CPN, we welcome employment teams to workshops designed for seasoned employment professionals and community day and residential Direct Support Professionals. Jeannine has hosted 18 webinars with us and now that the second year is coming to an end, we are excited to bring everyone together at CPN’s office for more targeted, in-depth, and interactive discussions around employment for people with disabilities in our state.

WHAT:Too often, employment connections are overlooked simply because we limit the scope of people at the table. With the emerging Career Exploration and Discovery services available for individuals to access, it is time to focus on enhancing employment opportunities and outcomes, and investing in our workforce.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: DSPs who work in community day & residential settings

DETAILS: Wednesday, August 28 from 9AM – 12PM at CPNRI’s office.

PRESENTERS: Jeannine Pavlak (New England Business Associates) & Kie O’Donnell (The Fogarty Center).

REGISTRATION REQUIRED by Friday, August 23. Click here .

QUESTIONS: Reach out to Jenna.

Training: It's A Mission, Not A Competition [Registration Required]
2024-08-29 13:00 - 16:00 | CPNRI, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, 02852, United States
BACKGROUND: As many of you may know, over the past two years, CPNRI has utilized a National Expansion of Employment Opportunities Network (NEON) grant from ANCOR and subject matter experts to provide training and Community of Practice opportunities to employment providers in RI. Culminating off this work led by Jeannine Pavlak, CEO of New England Business Associates (NEBA), and coordinated by CPN, we welcome employment teams to workshops designed for seasoned employment professionals and community day and residential Direct Support Professionals. Jeannine has hosted 18 webinars with us and now that the second year is coming to an end, we are excited to bring everyone together at CPN’s office for more targeted, in-depth, and interactive discussions around employment for people with disabilities in our state.

WHAT:Employment First and empowering people with disabilities to be contributing members of the workforce is a movement, and yet unlike many movements, organizations find themselves doing this in silos. We will explore actionable pathways that can solidify our efforts.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND: Employment Service Managers & Seasons professionals

DETAILS: Thursday, August 29 from 1PM – 4PM at CPNRI’s office.

PRESENTERS: Jeannine Pavlak (New England Business Associates) & Kie O’Donnell (The Fogarty Center).

REGISTRATION REQUIRED by Friday, August 23. Click here .

QUESTIONS: Reach out to Jenna.
