PARENT TRAINING AND INFORMATION CENTER | NORTHERN REGIONAL CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING (NRCIL)

Provides training and information to families of children with disabilities and the professionals who serve them. Offers education and advocacy to help parents better understand their children's disabilities and educational needs, how to better communicate with school and related professionals, how to understand their rights and responsibilities under IDEA, and how to obtain appropriate services for their children.

Physical Address

210 Court Street, Watertown, NY 13601

Hours

Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Fax

(315) 785-8612

Fax

(315) 785-8612

Application process

Call for an appointment or for information on upcoming trainings

Fee

None

Eligibility

Parents of children with a disability and professionals that work with children with disabilities

Languages

American Sign Language, Spanish

Agency info

NORTHERN REGIONAL CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING (NRCIL)

Provides a broad range of programs and services to support people with any disability of any age to maximize independence and community integration. Services include Americans with Disabilities Act consultations and architectural assessment, Chronic Disease Self-Management Program, Supported Employment, Benefits Planning and Advice, Information and Referral, Peer Support both one-on-one and in groups, Individual Advocacy and Systems Advocacy, Community-Based Activities, Educational Advocacy, Family Engagement Events, and Long Term Care Ombudsman Program.