Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc.

06/05/2026

These Bi-weekly Independent Living and Life Success Skills sessions are IN-PERSON, and are tailored for individuals aged 18+.

The next workshop date will be JUNE 9th, "Housing Search and Staying in Good Standing":
– Where to Find Housing
– Leases and Tenant Rights
– Paying Rent and Reporting Repairs
– How to Advocate for Yourself.

Register in advance using the link provided: https://form.jotform.com/260204871405147, or visit our website's Event Page to register for each workshop date you would like to attend. Care Managers are welcome to attend *with their clients; however, they must also register themselves to attend.

06/05/2026

Get ready for some , , fun!!

Taconic Resources for Independence, Inc. will be at the 6th Annual ThinkDIFFERENTLY Fitness and Field Day held by County on Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 11:00am- 2:00pm.

Located on the lower level fields of Bowdoin Park (near Pavilion 1) where numerous local businesses/agencies/organizations come together to share in a day of fun. From arts and crafts, yard games, local sports and exercise programs, travel training, a scavenger hunt, live animals, to resources and information.

Come join us for this FREE event for all ages and abilities!!

Event includes a free lunch wrap (choice in registration per ticket order), bottle of water, bag of chips (gluten-free) and an apple or applesauce. Lunch is guaranteed for those who register by the deadline of Monday, June 15, 2026. Click the link to register:

Get ready for some adaptive, inclusive, sensory-friendly fun!! Join us for the 6th Annual ThinkDIFFERENTLY Fitness and Field Day held by Dutchess County on Thursday, June 25, 2026, from 11:00am- 2:00pm. Located on the lower level fields of Bowdoin Park (near Pavilion 1) where numerous local busine

06/04/2026

Monthly Informational Workshops: "Supplemental Security Income and Social Security Disability Insurance" presented by Alex Hiralso, Mobile Benefits Counselor.

If you're in Dutchess County, NY, register to attend these FREE group info sessions to help you understand SSA’s eligibility criteria and the application process for SSI and SSDI. (Between ages 18-64) Beneficiaries who are currently working or interested in working are also encouraged to register. Avoid surprise overpayments and loss of benefits!

ASL interpreter requests must be emailed two weeks In advance to Alex at:
[email protected]

TRI’s Benefits Counseling Services are paid for in part by Dutchess County's Think DIFFERENTLY

Please register in advance:

APPLYING FOR SOCIAL SECURITY DISABILITY PROGRAMS:
- In-Person Group Meetings: Every 1st Tuesday from 10 AM to 11:30 AM
https://form.jotform.com/240806033550043
: 82 Washington St. Suite 214, Poughkeepsie NY

- Virtual Group Meetings: Every 1st Tuesday from 2 PM to 3:30 PM
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/eRU8u-nYQeOLV7CvOWV9tw #/registration

SOCIAL SECURITY WORK INCENTIVE WORKSHOPS:
- In-Person Group Meetings: Every 2nd Thursday from 10 AM to 11:30 AM
https://form.jotform.com/253246888812165
: 82 Washington St. Suite 214, Poughkeepsie NY

- Virtual Group Meetings: Every 2nd Thursday from 2 PM to 3:30 PM.
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/lADGIEbHSiOeECN5vE5q3w #/registration

If you need assistance with the registration, give TRI a call during our regular business hours: 845-452-3913

06/04/2026

🎧 Did you know? June is also Audiobook Appreciation Month
Audiobooks aren’t just a convenient way to enjoy stories—they’re a vital accessibility tool for many individuals, including those with visual impairments, learning disabilities, or other challenges with traditional reading.
Access to information and storytelling should be for everyone. Let’s celebrate the power of audiobooks to make reading more inclusive.

06/03/2026

County Executive Sue Serino and the Dutchess County Office for the Aging are hosting a series of free June workshops for older adults and their caregivers to learn about SilverShield, a new A.I. tool designed to help people spot and avoid scams in real time. These sessions offer a friendly, hands on way to learn practical safety tips, watch SilverShield in action, and build confidence navigating today’s digital world.

Find dates, locations, and full details: https://www.dutchessny.gov/Departments/County-Executive/Sue-Serino-Dutchess-County-Office-for-the-Aging-Bring-AI-Scam-Prevention-Tool-SilverShield-Local-Seniors.htm

06/03/2026

💻🛡️ How can families support online independence while keeping children safe?

Join Taconic Resources for Independence for a free virtual Parent Empowerment Program workshop:

Building Safe Online Habits for Children and Teens with Disabilities

🗓 Wednesday, June 24, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM
💻 Virtual via Zoom

This informative workshop will help parents and caregivers:
✅ Understand common online risks, including scams and cyberbullying
✅ Learn strategies for teaching digital boundaries
✅ Recognize warning signs of unsafe online interactions
✅ Support safe social media and internet use
✅ Build online safety skills tailored to a child’s developmental and communication needs

As children spend more time online for school, socializing, and entertainment, families need practical tools to help them navigate the digital world safely and confidently.

American Sign Language interpreters are available upon request through the registration form by June *10th.

📲 Register today by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting:
Taconic Resources for Independence

06/02/2026

In January, a cap was placed on the number of enrollees in the Nursing Home Transition Diversion (NHTD) Waiver. The waiver immediately hit capacity, and they have stopped accepting any new referrals.
The NHTD Waiver was developed by the disability community to provide a unique and necessary set of community-based services. There is no process in place for someone seeking these services to get them once a spot opens up. Right now, someone who needs these waiver services would have to call the Regional Resource Development Center (RRDC) in their region every single day to see if there is a spot open and start the enrollment process.
A.10403 (Paulin)/S.9573 (Rivera) creates a region-specific waitlist for the waiver. If this bill is not passed this week, people with disabilities and their families will spend the rest of the year wondering if they will ever be able to access these services, with no answers or path forward. Disabled people have fought decades for our right to live in the community. Don’t let session end without a way for us to get out and stay out of institutions.
Tell the Legislature it is time to take action and pass A.10403 (Paulin)/S.9573 (Rivera).
https://www.votervoice.net/BroadcastLinks/16ImDmHEQWUTvlL7J5Ekzw

06/02/2026

June is also Aphasia Awareness Month — a time to raise awareness about aphasia and support the millions of people affected by it. 💜

Aphasia is a communication disorder caused by damage to the parts of the brain responsible for language, often after a stroke or brain injury. It can affect a person’s ability to speak, understand language, read, or write — but it does not affect intelligence.

06/01/2026

June is a time to celebrate strength and resilience 🎗️
On National Cancer Survivors Day, we honor the millions of survivors who continue to inspire with their courage, determination, and hope.💛
Today, we celebrate every milestone, every story, and every life touched by survival.

06/01/2026

📚☀️ Looking for ways to support your child this summer?

Join us for a free virtual Parent Empowerment Program workshop:

Smooth Transitions: Preparing Students with Disabilities for Summer

🗓 Wednesday, June 17, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM
💻 Virtual via Zoom

This workshop will help parents and caregivers:
✅ Maintain routines during summer break
✅ Support social-emotional well-being
✅ Create structure while allowing time for rest and fun
✅ Learn about local programs and community resources
✅ Prevent regression of academic and executive functioning skills
✅ Ease transitions into new schedules and activities

American Sign Language interpreters are available upon request through the registration form or emailing Josh: [email protected] by June 3rd.

📲 Register today by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/UGlm8ThaRwCFYHzH5M5-vQ #/registration