Member and Family Forums

Register Now for Upcoming Sessions

February Member and Family Forum: Financial Planning Series with James Traylor

Tuesday, February 10, 2026, from 5 to 6 p.m.

Financial consultant James Traylor is back for a three-part series on financial planning. The second session is about understanding supplemental needs trusts.

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Session Three: Building the Team
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, from 5 to 6 p.m.


Member and Family Forum: Strengthening the Family System Series

Session Two: Positive Psychology Part 1 – Why Positive Psychology?

Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at 12 or 6 p.m.

NYSTART and CSIDD provide 24/7 crisis prevention and response services for individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and complex behavioral needs, helping them stay in their homes and communities through strong support systems. This forum will also introduce a family-focused series on Positive Psychology. Learn the PERMA model, the concept of flow, and practical ways to support family members through a strengths-based lens.

Register for the 12 p.m. Webinar

Register for the 6 p.m. Webinar

Upcoming Sessions:

Session Three: Positive Psychology Part 2 – A Strengths-Based Approach
Thursday, March 19, 2026, 12 p.m. or 6 p.m.


Questions? Contact Member Relations.

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