The Big Energy Walk: https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/NY/Holtsville/TheBigEnergyWalk

 

 

 

Welcome to CHADD of Suffolk County NY - Chapter 160!

 

Connect with us: Suffolk-County@CHADD.org

 

Mission, Vision, and Values

 

Mission: To empower all people affected by ADHD through evidence-based resources and education, unparalleled support, community connections, and steadfast advocacy.

 

Vision: A world that recognizes, incorporates, and celebrates all people with ADHD.

 

Values:

 

• Integrity, Respect, and Compassion
• A Supportive and Welcoming Community
• Growth, Collaboration, and Innovation

 

CHADD is dedicated to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for our employees, volunteers, and community.

 

CHADD's full statement on Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEI&B) »

 

CHADD.org

 

Membership: https://chadd.org/get-involved/membership/

 

 

 

All Meetings Will Be Posted On This Page. Links Work, even if not highlighted.

 

 

 

Wednesday, September 16 - Adult, Significant, Other Support Group 7:00 PM EST via ZOOM

 

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8G_tKz13Sf6NomznRkXyUQ#/registration

 

CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF REGISTRATION - If you have a desire to attend you must email me by

8:00 PM EST Monday, Sept 14th. Suffolk-County@CHADD.org          Thank you 

 

 

 

Tuesday, October 6 - Understanding Supports and Services Administered by OPWDD 7:00 PM EST ZOOM

 

Presented by Parent 2 Parent NYS. The purpose of this training is to introduce families to the language of service delivery systems and to define and clarify information about services and supports. Participants will gain an increased awareness and understanding of eligibility criteria and the eligibility determination process. The training includes an overview of Home and Community Based Services Waiver, and Family Support Services.

 

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/1NCVioHRR7qVZmHJiDI7ug#/registration

 

 

 

Tuesday, October 13 - Beyong Reminders: Executive Function, ADHD, and Building Systems that Stick

Presentation by Christopher Fugelsang 7:00 PM est via ZOOM

 

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/3iDUR804RbC19JF_uTV_MA#/registration

 

Most parents of kids with ADHD have learned the hard way that reminders, nagging, and "just use your planner" do not work for long. This talk covers the basics of executive function and why it's often the missing piece for students with ADHD, then gets practical: homework and organization systems that hold up for elementary, middle, and high school students, and what changes when they head to college or the workforce. We will focus on accountability and building routines students can run on their own, what parents can realistically do at home, and what a coach does that a parent cannot. Bring your questions; we'll leave time for Q&A at the end.

 

Chris Fugelsang is the founder of Exceptional Path, which provides online executive function coaching for students with ADHD and learning differences, from elementary school through college, as well as adults. He holds a Master's in Special Education and spent 17 years as a special education teacher in public, private, and international schools before starting Exceptional Path, where he now leads and trains a team of coaches. His approach is built around planning, organization, time management, and follow-through, with the goal that students eventually do not need a coach at all. More at exceptionalpath.com

                                          

 

 

 

Wednesday, October 14 - Parent, Guardian, Grandparent Support Group 7:00 PM EST via ZOOM.

 

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iOBBn6c7R5OAq9-hWpDbXw#/registration

 

 

 

Sunday, October 18 - The Big Energy Walk at Holtsville Ecology Center 8:00 AM EST 

 

Family-friendly, non-competitive 5K to promote ADHD Awareness and bring the community together!

 

Corn hole, Connect 4, Jenga, resources, raffles - something for everyone! Bring the granparents.

 

Register: https://runsignup.com/Race/Events/NY/Holtsville/TheBigEnergyWalk

 

 

 

Wednesday, October 21 - Adult, Significant Other Support Group 7:00 PM EST via ZOOM

 

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8G_tKz13Sf6NomznRkXyUQ#/registration

 

 

 

Monday, October 26 - Understanding ADHD and Building Executive Function Skills

Presentation by Mike McLeod 7:00 PM EST via ZOOM

 

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vHPrnNriR2KVd-1e-iSzlw#/registration

 

Why do students with ADHD often know what to do but struggle to follow through and Executive Functions? This presentation explores how executive function challenges affect overall quality of life. Participants will learn practical strategies for creating supportive routines, setting meaningful goals, and helping students build greater independence. Parents, educators, and professionals will leave with tools they can apply at home and at school.

 

Michael McLeod, MA, is the founder of GrowNOW and an ADHD-Executive Function Specialist. GrowNOW works with students, families, and educators to support executive function development and greater independence. His presentations translate executive function concepts into practical strategies for everyday life at home and in the classroom. GrowNOWADHD.com

                                         

 

 

 

Wednesday, November 11 - Parent, Guardian, Grandparent Support Group 7:00 PM EST via ZOOM.

 

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iOBBn6c7R5OAq9-hWpDbXw#/registration

 

 

 

Wednesday, November 18 - Adult, Significant Other Support Group 7:00 PM EST via ZOOM

 

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8G_tKz13Sf6NomznRkXyUQ#/registration

 

 

 

Wednesday, December 9 - Parent, Guardian, Grandparent Support Group 7:00 PM EST via ZOOM.

 

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/iOBBn6c7R5OAq9-hWpDbXw#/registration

 

 

 

Wednesday, December 16 - Adult, Significant Other Support Group 7:00 PM EST via ZOOM

 

Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/8G_tKz13Sf6NomznRkXyUQ#/registration