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

HR Committee Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-10-08 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-09-10 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

Member Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-10-03 09:30 - 11:30, 2024-09-05 09:30 - 11:30 | Hybrid, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, RI, 02852, United States

DSP Listening Sessions [Sign Up Required]
2024-09-24, 2024-09-23 | Rhode Island, RI, United States
See a the flyer for this event here. Spanish available here.
SIGN UP HERE: https://umn.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6WLHI20cS0VJUk6
WHAT: To improve the workforce in RI, the Rhode Island Statewide Workforce Initiative Policy and Worker Voice Workgroup is conducting listening sessions to hear from DSPs. DSPs will be compensated for the time and the feedback given will help inform CPNRI actions over the next year or so. DSP will be given the space to share what they like about their job and how they can see the state impacting the things they don’t like.

WHERE: Listening Sessions will be hosted in 10 different locations throughout the state (details during signup).

WHEN:Monday, September 23rd, and Tuesday, September 24th. Listening sessions are an hour long.

All Abilities Arts & Crafts for Adults
2024-09-23 10:30 - 11:30 | Mt. Pleasant Library, 315 Academy Ave, Providence, RI, 02908, United States
Note: This event is NOT organized by CPNRI. It is put on by the Mt. Pleasant Library.
This program is designed for adults with developmental disabilities. All abilities are welcome!
There are limited spots available. Registration is required. Please register through Eventbrite.
Adults with developmental disabilities should be escorted by a direct support professional or guardian. Librarians can not be held responsible for any program participants and are there solely to provide this program. Direct support professionals and guardians are expected to assist developmentally disabled adults with program activities. Organizations should make sure to send at least one direct support professional per every two adults with developmental disabilities.

Finance Committee Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-09-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-26 10:00 - 11:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82522282447

36th Annual DSP Celebration 🎉
2024-09-20 09:30 - 11:30 | Crowne Plaza Grand Ballroom, 801 Greenwich Ave, Warwick, RI, 02886, United States
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DSPs OF THE YEAR

SPECIAL AWARDS

PHOTO SUBMISSIONS

IMPORTANT
DEADLINES
JULY 16
Registration & Forms Open
Tickets, DSPs of the Year, Special Award Nominations and picture submissions for our annual slideshow all open.
AUGUST 28
DSPs of the Year, Special Awards & More Close
All DSPs of the Year, Special Award Nominations and pictures for our annual slideshow will close at EOD.
SEPTEMBER 13 @ NOON
Tickets Close
Your last chance to buy a ticket! We will not be able to accept purchases after this date due to a strict headcount requirement. No exceptions.

DSPs of the Year

Special Awards

Photos For Slideshow

The deadline to submit DSPs of the Year has passed. Thank you to everyone who submitted.
The deadline to submit special award nominations has passed. Thank you to everyone who has submitted. A CPNRI Team member will contact you shortly.
Below are the descriptions of the four special awards this year. Please note some have changed. To submit a special award nomination, please scroll down to the bottom of this tab.

Excellence in Service Award
The Excellence in Service Awarded was named in 2009 in honor of Susan K. Foote, a Speech-Language Pathologist at Perspectives for 18 years and a clinical team member for other agencies, including Avatar, Looking Upwards, and LIFE. The Excellence in Service Award is given to a professional who has helped create a person-centered inclusive community and demonstrated creativity and leadership, resulting in life changes for people supported. This award is given for outstanding contributions as a professional in services related to/or affecting people with developmental disabilities. Consideration is given to volunteer endeavors or exemplary practices.
2023 Winner: Frank DiRaimo, Perspectives Corporation

Governmental Service Award
The Governmental Service Award was initially named in honor of David Nimmo, who directed the Social Service Unit of the RI Division of Developmental Disabilities. This award is given to a state or federal service employee or an elected official who has contributed to the improved quality of life for people with developmental disabilities, including promoting policies at a community, state, or national level.
2023 Winners: Speaker of the House Joseph Shekarchi & Senate President Dominick Ruggerio

Team Unity Award
This award is given to a person (s) making outstanding contributions to their community. This person or team is judged on longevity, creativity, leadership, and inclusion within an agency and professional service, resulting in life changes for people supported. Nominees can include program managers/directors, coordinators/team leaders, or the entire team/program staff. This award is no longer limited to residential staff or teams but applies to other services.
2023 Winner: Ava Voice, Avatar

Employer of the Year
Many employers and organizations, including fitness clubs, breweries, restaurants, retail stores, and more, have partnered with CPNRI’s members. This award recognizes an organization or employer with a new or existing partnership with one or more of CPNRI’s member organizations for its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace community.
2023 Winner: Bally’s Twin River

The deadline to submit photos for our annual slideshow has passed. Thank you to everyone who submitted photos!
The deadline to submit DSPs of the Year has passed. Thank you to everyone who submitted.
The deadline to submit special award nominations has passed. Thank you to everyone who has submitted. A CPNRI Team member will contact you shortly.
Below are the descriptions of the four special awards this year. Please note some have changed. To submit a special award nomination, please scroll down to the bottom of this tab.

Excellence in Service Award
The Excellence in Service Awarded was named in 2009 in honor of Susan K. Foote, a Speech-Language Pathologist at Perspectives for 18 years and a clinical team member for other agencies, including Avatar, Looking Upwards, and LIFE. The Excellence in Service Award is given to a professional who has helped create a person-centered inclusive community and demonstrated creativity and leadership, resulting in life changes for people supported. This award is given for outstanding contributions as a professional in services related to/or affecting people with developmental disabilities. Consideration is given to volunteer endeavors or exemplary practices.
2023 Winner: Frank DiRaimo, Perspectives Corporation

Governmental Service Award
The Governmental Service Award was initially named in honor of David Nimmo, who directed the Social Service Unit of the RI Division of Developmental Disabilities. This award is given to a state or federal service employee or an elected official who has contributed to the improved quality of life for people with developmental disabilities, including promoting policies at a community, state, or national level.
2023 Winners: Speaker of the House Joseph Shekarchi & Senate President Dominick Ruggerio

Team Unity Award
This award is given to a person (s) making outstanding contributions to their community. This person or team is judged on longevity, creativity, leadership, and inclusion within an agency and professional service, resulting in life changes for people supported. Nominees can include program managers/directors, coordinators/team leaders, or the entire team/program staff. This award is no longer limited to residential staff or teams but applies to other services.
2023 Winner: Ava Voice, Avatar

Employer of the Year
Many employers and organizations, including fitness clubs, breweries, restaurants, retail stores, and more, have partnered with CPNRI’s members. This award recognizes an organization or employer with a new or existing partnership with one or more of CPNRI’s member organizations for its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace community.
2023 Winner: Bally’s Twin River

The Excellence in Service Awarded was named in 2009 in honor of Susan K. Foote, a Speech-Language Pathologist at Perspectives for 18 years and a clinical team member for other agencies, including Avatar, Looking Upwards, and LIFE. The Excellence in Service Award is given to a professional who has helped create a person-centered inclusive community and demonstrated creativity and leadership, resulting in life changes for people supported. This award is given for outstanding contributions as a professional in services related to/or affecting people with developmental disabilities. Consideration is given to volunteer endeavors or exemplary practices.
2023 Winner: Frank DiRaimo, Perspectives Corporation
The Governmental Service Award was initially named in honor of David Nimmo, who directed the Social Service Unit of the RI Division of Developmental Disabilities. This award is given to a state or federal service employee or an elected official who has contributed to the improved quality of life for people with developmental disabilities, including promoting policies at a community, state, or national level.
2023 Winners: Speaker of the House Joseph Shekarchi & Senate President Dominick Ruggerio
This award is given to a person (s) making outstanding contributions to their community. This person or team is judged on longevity, creativity, leadership, and inclusion within an agency and professional service, resulting in life changes for people supported. Nominees can include program managers/directors, coordinators/team leaders, or the entire team/program staff. This award is no longer limited to residential staff or teams but applies to other services.
2023 Winner: Ava Voice, Avatar
Many employers and organizations, including fitness clubs, breweries, restaurants, retail stores, and more, have partnered with CPNRI’s members. This award recognizes an organization or employer with a new or existing partnership with one or more of CPNRI’s member organizations for its commitment to creating an inclusive workplace community.
2023 Winner: Bally’s Twin River
The deadline to submit photos for our annual slideshow has passed. Thank you to everyone who submitted photos!

Monthly DD Provider Meeting (BHDDH)
2024-09-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-08-20 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual Format

Governor's Commission on Disabilities
2024-09-16 16:30 - 18:30 | State of RI, 2 Cherry Dale Court, Cranston, RI, 02920, United States
A meeting by the Rhode Island Governor’s Commission on Disabilities

CFO Financial Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-09-16 09:00 - 10:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83735016002?pwd=[REDACTED]

DSP Deadline: Tickets Close At Noon
2024-09-13
Your last chance to buy a ticket! We will not be able to accept purchases after this date due to a strict headcount requirement. Again, no exceptions.

Children's Provider Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-09-11 11:00 - 12:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89920982337?pwd=[REDACTED]

EI Providers Meeting (CPNRI)
2024-09-11 09:30 - 10:30, 2024-08-14 09:30 - 10:30 | Hybrid, 1130 Ten Rod Road, North Kingstown, RI, 02852, United States

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

Executive Committee (CPNRI)
2024-08-22 09:30 - 11:30 | 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

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

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

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