Suffolk Chapter Meeting
2023-04-06 19:00 - 20:30 (America/New_York)
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a Suffolk County Chapter Meeting. CSEA Member Benefit Dept will be in attendance to share information and answer any question you may have. We will discuss ways to continue building our chapter, VOICE updates as well as information on the following topics:

MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND

Date: Thursday, April 6, 2023
Time: Doors open at 6:30 p.m.
Meeting to begin at 7 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: CSEA Long Island Region Office
3 Garet Place
Commack, NY 11725
(Pull into the parking lot and enter through the back door)
Light snacks and refreshments will be served at this meeting.
*Registration is required to attend.*
REGISTER ONLINE HERE: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=906
Or by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.
MEETING AGENDA:
1. Welcome/ Introductions
2. Member Benefits
4. VOICE updates 5. Membership
6. Professional Development/Trainings
7. Other Business
8. Next meeting & Closing

Stabilization Grant Tax Training (Gary Romano)
2023-04-11 06:00 - 19:30
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 – 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Stabilization Grants

Learn about what the Stabilization Grants mean for your business taxes.

*1.5 hours of OCFS training credit for Topic #5 Business Record Maintenance and Management.* This virtual training is available to you and your staff.

During this virtual training you must be visible (camera on) and ready to participate.The training will be given by Gary Romano, President and CEO of Civitas Strategies, LLC.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginnonmember.cfm?cca=3
Once you have registered, you will receive an email. Please confirm or cancel your registration. If you are unable to attend the training, it may open a slot for another provider to attend. If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact the Work Institute at (855) 472-6848 or email profesional.development@cseainc.org.
Location:
Virtual – Zoom Training

Stabilization Grant Tax Training (Gary Romano)
2023-04-11 18:00 - 19:30
Tuesday, April 11, 2023 – 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Stabilization Grants

Learn about what the Stabilization Grants mean for your business taxes.

*1.5 hours of OCFS training credit for Topic #5 Business Record Maintenance and Management.* This virtual training is available to you and your staff.

During this virtual training you must be visible (camera on) and ready to participate.The training will be given by Gary Romano, President and CEO of Civitas Strategies, LLC.
REGISTER HERE: https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginnonmember.cfm?cca=3
Once you have registered, you will receive an email. Please confirm or cancel your registration. If you are unable to attend the training, it may open a slot for another provider to attend. If you have any questions regarding registration, please contact the Work Institute at (855) 472-6848 or email profesional.development@cseainc.org.

Annual Member Meeting with DSS
2023-04-20 18:30 - 20:00
Join us for our Annual Member Meeting with Monroe County Department of Social Services (DSS).
Must be a member to attend.
Date: Thursday, April 20, 2023
Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Location: Workers United Union Hall
750 East Avenue
Rochester, NY 14607
Get Directions
At this session participants will be able to meet the team at Monroe County DSS as well as have the opportunity to ask general questions that relate to DSS. We will not be discussing personal cases at this session.
To RSVP or for more information, call the bilingual CSEA/VOICE Resource Center toll free at 877-483-2732.

Wayne, Ontario, Yates, Livingston, and Seneca County Chapter Meeting
2023-04-26 18:00 - 19:30
Join us for a Wayne, Ontario, Yates, Livingston, and Seneca County Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing important details that affect your business. We will also update members on new available grants, free training opportunities, stabilization grants, raffle and more.
A $25 gift card will be raffled as well as educational items that can be used in your program!
Date: Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Time: 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Location: Geneseo United Methodist Church
4520 Genesee Street
Geneseo, NY 14454
Food and refreshments will be served at this meeting.
Registration is required to attend.
*Members* register via member link at:
https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=932
*Nonmembers* register via member link at:
https://memberlink.cseany.org/NonMemberEvent.axd?e=932
Or by calling our call center at 1-877-483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org
MEETING AGENDA:
1. Welcome/ Introductions
2. Stabilization Grants
3. Contract
4. Membership
5. Professional Development: Trainings
6. Other Business
7. Next meeting & Closing

Nassau RCP/Primeros Auxilios sin costo (Spanish Only Training)
2023-04-29 09:00 - 13:00
CSEA/VOICE está cubriendo el costo de una clase de capacitación en RCP y primeros auxilios para bebés/niños y adultos con fondos negociados en nuestro último contrato con OCFS y el estado de Nueva York. La clase está abierta a proveedores legalmente exentos, de cuidado infantil familiar y de cuidado infantil familiar grupal, su personal y voluntarios que requieran certificación y/o renovación dentro de los 90 días.
Capacitación en persona solo en español:
Fecha: Sábado, 29 de Abril de 2023
Hora: 9:00am – 3:00pm
Ubicación: Learn and Play Learning Center
2163 Grand Ave
Baldwin, NY 11510
Cada participante recibirá horas de capacitación en el área temática 4 de OCFS: Seguridad y Protección.
Tenga en cuenta que hay un límite de 3 personas por programa de cuidado infantil.
*Reservaciones requeridas. * Los asientos son limitados.
Por favor, haga clic en este enlace para registrarse:
https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2 o llame al 518-782-4427

No Cost CPR/First Aid – Westchester/ Putnam (ENGLISH Only Training)
2023-04-29 10:00 - 15:00
CSEA/VOICE is covering the cost for an Infant/Child and Adult CPR and First Aid training class with funds negotiated in our latest contract with OCFS and New York State. The class is open to Legally Exempt, Family Child Care and Group Family Childcare providers, their staff, and volunteers requiring certification and/or renewal within 90 days.
English Only Training:
Date: Saturday, April 29th 2023
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: Rose’s Friendly Play and Learn Corp.
20 Old Albany Post Road
Ossining, NY 10562
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic area 4 Safety & Security.
Please note there is a 3-person limit per childcare program.
*Reservations Required. * Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:
https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2 or call 518-782-4427

'Lifting our VOICE' Regional Conference - Melville, NY
2023-05-06 07:30 - 16:00 | Long Island/Huntington Hilton, 598 Broad Hollow Rd, Melville, 11747
LIFTING OUR VOICE
This Spring, CSEA/VOICE will be holding 3 Regional Conferences across the state. You are invited to join us for the day at the Hilton in Melville on Saturday May 6! Sharpen your mind and feed your soul as we lift our voices together! Lunch will be provided. Register to attend any one of the three locations at no cost to you. Earn up to 6 OCFS approved Training Hours!
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE CONFERENCE AGENDA
Registration opens today for the Long Island/Huntington Hilton at 598 Broad Hollow Rd, Melville, NY 11747.
First come, first served. *Space is limited.

MEMBERS REGISTER ONLINE: REGISTER HERE FOR THE MELVILLE LOCATION

NON-MEMBERS CALL TO REGISTER: 518-257-1214 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Registration opens on 4/5 for Rochester and on 4/26 for Saratoga Springs.
Call 877-483-2732 or email voice@cseainc.org with any conference questions.
For registration questions, please call 518-257-1214 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.
Location:
Long Island/Huntington Hilton

'Lifting our VOICE' Regional Conference - Melville, NY
2023-05-06 07:30 - 16:00
LIFTING OUR VOICE
This Spring, CSEA/VOICE will be holding 3 Regional Conferences across the state. You are invited to join us for the day at the Hilton in Melville on Saturday May 6! Sharpen your mind and feed your soul as we lift our voices together! Lunch will be provided. Register to attend any one of the three locations at no cost to you. Earn up to 6 OCFS approved Training Hours!
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE CONFERENCE AGENDA
Registration opens today for the Long Island/Huntington Hilton at 598 Broad Hollow Rd, Melville, NY 11747.
First come, first served. *Space is limited.

MEMBERS REGISTER ONLINE: REGISTER HERE FOR THE MELVILLE LOCATION

NON-MEMBERS CALL TO REGISTER: 518-257-1214 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Registration opens on 4/5 for Rochester and on 4/26 for Saratoga Springs.
Call 877-483-2732 or email voice@cseainc.org with any conference questions.
For registration questions, please call 518-257-1214 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Nassau Chapter Meeting
2023-05-17 19:00 - 21:30
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a Nassau Chapter meeting. Meet your Chapter Representative and colleagues. The CSEA Member Benefits Department will be in attendance to share information and answer any questions you may have about the many benefits our union provides to members. We will also discuss ways to continue building our chapter membership, enjoy food, raffles, receive VOICE updates as well as information on the topics listed below.
MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND
Date: Wednesday, May 17 2023
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Location: Bobby Q’s Restaurant
365 W Sunrise Hwy
Freeport, NY 11520
*Registration is required to attend.*
REGISTER ONLINE HERE: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=962,
by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.
MEETING AGENDA:
1. Welcome/ Introductions
2. Member Benefits
4. VOICE updates
5. Membership
6. Professional Development/Trainings
7. Nassau CCAP updates
8. Other Business
9. Next meeting & Closing

'Lifting our VOICE' Regional Conference - Rochester, NY
2023-05-20 07:30 - 16:00
LIFTING OUR VOICE
This Spring, CSEA/VOICE will be holding 3 Regional Conferences across the state. You are invited to join us for the day at the Rochester Convention Center on Saturday, May 20! Sharpen your mind and feed your soul as we lift our voices together! Lunch will be provided. Register to attend any one of the three locations at no cost to you. Earn up to 6 OCFS approved Training Hours!
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE LONG CONFERENCE AGENDA
The Rochester Agenda will be posted soon.
Registration opens 4/5 for the Rochester location held at the Rochester Riverside Convention Center, 123 E Main St, Rochester, NY 14604
First come, first served. *Space is limited.

MEMBERS REGISTER ONLINE on or after 4/5
NON-MEMBERS CALL TO REGISTER on or after 4/5: 518-257-1214 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Registration is already open for the Long Island location. Registration opens on 4/26 for Saratoga Springs.
Call 877-483-2732 or email voice@cseainc.org with any conference questions.
For registration questions, please call 518-257-1214 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

'Lifting our VOICE' Regional Conference - Saratoga Springs, NY
2023-06-10 07:30 - 16:00
LIFTING OUR VOICE
This Spring, CSEA/VOICE will be holding 3 Regional Conferences across the state. You are invited to join us for the day at the Saratoga City Center on Saturday June10! Sharpen your mind and feed your soul as we lift our voices together! Lunch will be provided. Register to attend any one of the three locations at no cost to you. Earn up to 6 OCFS approved Training Hours!
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE LONG ISLAND CONFERENCE AGENDA
The Saratoga Agenda will be posted soon.
Registration opens 4/26 for the Saratoga location held at the Saratoga City Center 522 Broadway Entrance, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
First come, first served. *Space is limited.

MEMBERS REGISTER ONLINE on or after 4/26
NON-MEMBERS CALL TO REGISTER on or after 4/26: 518-257-1214 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Registration is already open for the Long Island location. REgistration opens for Rochester on 4/5 and registration opens on 4/26 for Saratoga Springs.
Call 877-483-2732 or email voice@cseainc.org with any conference questions.
For registration questions, please call 518-257-1214 between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m.

No Cost CPR/First Aid Westchester/ Putnam (ENGLISH only training)
2023-06-17 10:00 - 15:00
CSEA/VOICE is covering the cost for an Infant/Child and Adult CPR and First Aid training class with funds negotiated in our latest contract with OCFS and New York State. The class is open to Legally Exempt, Family Child Care and Group Family Childcare providers, their staff, and volunteers requiring certification and/or renewal within 90 days.
English Only Training:
Date: Saturday, June 17, 2023
Time: 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Location: Grinton I. Will Public Library
1500 Central Park Ave #20
Yonkers, NY 10708
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic area 4 Safety & Security.
Please note there is a 3-person limit per childcare program.
*Reservations Required. * Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:
https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2 or call 518-782-4427

Cattauragus Chapter Meeting
2023-06-21 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a Cattaraugus Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing important details that affect your business. We will also update members on new available grants, free training opportunities, stabilization grants, raffles and more.

MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND
Date: Wednesday, June 21, 2023
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Sprague’s Maple Farm
1048 Portville-Obi Rd
Portville, NY 14770
This is a sit-down dinner.
*Registration is required to attend. *
REGISTER ONLINE HERE: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=988
Or by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.
MEETING AGENDA:
1. Welcome/ Introductions
2. Stabilization Grants
3. Contract
4. Membership
5. Professional Development: Trainings
6. Other Business
7. Next meeting & Closing

Summer Kickoff Event - Monroe Chapter
2023-06-24 12:00 - 16:00
CSEA/VOICE invites you to come out and have some fun! Let’s begin our summer kick off together. We will enjoy food, fun with games and raffles, and share facts from your union!
Date: Saturday, June 24, 2023
Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Location: 3450 West Ridge Road
Rochester, NY 14626
Download/Print Flyer
Members register here: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=985
Non-Members register here: https://memberlink.cseany.org/NonMemberEvent.axd?e=985
Registration is required to attend. Space is limited. Please RSVP no later than Wednesday, June 21, 2023. This event is for providers only.
If you have questions or need further information you can contact the Monroe Chapter Representative Armett Barnes on her cell (585) 503-6261 or Nancy Cordero, your ELC at (585) 615-2170.
Unsure if you are a member or if you need to register by phone, please call the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or contact us with questions via email at voice@cseainc.org.
MEETING AGENDA:
1. Welcome/ Introductions
2. Stabilization Grants
3. DSS Updates
4. Membership
5. Professional Development: Trainings
6. Other Business
7. Next meeting & Closing

Erie/Niagara Chapter Meeting
2023-06-26 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for an Erie/Niagara County Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing important details that affect your business. We will also update members on new available grants, free training opportunities, stabilization grants, raffles and more.
Date: Monday, June 26, 2023
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Bonita Whitlock’s Home
119 William Price Pwy
Buffalo, NY 14214
Food and refreshments will be served at this meeting.
Registration is required to attend.
*Members* register via member link at:
https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=990
*Nonmembers* register via member link at:
https://memberlink.cseany.org/NonMemberEvent.axd?e=990
Or by calling our call center at 1-877-483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org
MEETING AGENDA:
1. Welcome/ Introductions
2. Stabilization Grants
3. Contract
4. Membership
5. Professional Development: Trainings
6. Other Business
7. Next meeting & Closing

Chautauqua Chapter Meeting
2023-06-29 18:00 - 20:00
Join us for a Chautauqua Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing important details that affect your business. We will also update members on new available grants, free training opportunities, stabilization grants, raffles and more.
MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND
Date: Thursday, June 29, 2023
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Landmark Restaurant
516 W 4th Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
This is a sit-down dinner.
*Registration is required to attend.*
REGISTER ONLINE HERE: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=989
Or by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.
MEETING AGENDA:

1. Welcome/Introductions
2. Stabilization Grants
3. Contract
4. Membership
5. Professional Development: Trainings
6. Other Business
7. Next Meeting & Closing

RCP/Primeros Auxilios sin costo – Nassau (capacitación solo en español)
2023-07-08 09:00 - 15:00
CSEA/VOICE está cubriendo el costo de una clase de capacitación en RCP y primeros auxilios para bebés/niños y adultos con fondos negociados en nuestro último contrato con OCFS y el estado de Nueva York. La clase está abierta a proveedores legalmente exentos, de cuidado infantil familiar y de cuidado infantil familiar grupal, su personal y voluntarios que requieran certificación y/o renovación dentro de los 90 días.
Capacitación solo en español:
Fecha: Sábado, 8 de Julio de 2023
Hora: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Ubicación: Learn and Play Learning Center
2163 Grand Avenue
Baldwin, NY 11510
Cada participante recibirá horas de capacitación en el área temática 4 de OCFS, Seguridad y protección.
Tenga en cuenta que hay un límite de 3 personas por programa de cuidado infantil. *Reservaciones son requeridas.* Cupo es limitado.
Por favor, haga clic en este enlace para registrarse:

https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2
o llame al 1-855-472-6848 si tiene alguna pregunta.

RCP/Primeros Auxilios sin costo – Westchester/Putnam (capacitación solo en español)
2023-07-08 10:30 - 15:30
CSEA/VOICE está cubriendo el costo de una clase de capacitación en RCP y primeros auxilios para bebés/niños y adultos con fondos negociados en nuestro último contrato con OCFS y el estado de Nueva York. La clase está abierta a proveedores legalmente exentos, de cuidado infantil familiar y de cuidado infantil familiar grupal, su personal y voluntarios que requieran certificación y/o renovación dentro de los 90 días.
Capacitación solo en español
Fecha: Sábado, 8 de Julio de 2023
Hora: 10:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Ubicación: Grinton I. Will Public Library
1500 Central Park Ave
Yonkers, NY 10710
Cada participante recibirá horas de capacitación en el área temática 4 de OCFS, Seguridad y protección.
Tenga en cuenta que hay un límite de 3 personas por programa de cuidado infantil. *Reservaciones son requeridas. * Cupo es limitado.
Por favor, haga clic en este enlace para registrarse:
https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2
o llame al 1-855-472-6848 si tiene alguna pregunta.

Workforce Retention Grant Info Session **GET ZOOM INFO HERE**
2023-07-17 19:00 - 20:30
**There is NO REGISTRATION for these events.**
Please see the following Zoom information to join the call on 7/17 OR 7/20

We have exciting news to share! The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) will be releasing another grant in the next few weeks. The title of this grant is the Workforce Retention Grant. As a licensed Group Family provider or a registered Family Daycare provider you are eligible to apply for this funding. You are considered staff and qualify for this grant. If you have hired staff and pay them via payroll you can also apply for this grant for the staff at your program.
CSEA/VOICE is pleased to bring you informational sessions concerning the Workforce Retention Grant. Join us to have your questions answered before the Grant portal opens. We will also have information and updates to share about your Union. These sessions are for information only and training hours will not be given.
Our VOICE Stabilization Team will be hosting 2 sessions, and you can choose which one you would like to attend.
Date/Time: Jul 17, 2023 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/94539631657?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 945 3963 1657
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Date/Time: Jul 20, 2023 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/91310682365?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 913 1068 2365
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Here at CSEA/VOICE we are always advocating for providers to have a sustainable business. It is with your membership that makes us powerful. If you are not a member, we encourage you to join to make us even more powerful. You can sign-up on-line at https://voicecsea.org . If you would like further information, you can call our Resource Center at 877-483-2732 or email voice@cseainc.org

Steuben Meet & Greet/Chapter Meeting ***CANCELLED***
2023-07-19 18:30 - 20:00
THIS EVENT IS CANCELLED AS OF 7/18
CSEA/VOICE invites you and your staff to join us for a Meet & Greet in Steuben County to meet your new Chapter Representative Jennifer Laskowski. We will also discuss upcoming training, membership, stabilization grants, and other pertinent information.
Date: Wednesday, July 19, 2023
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Pro Action of Steuben and Yates, Inc.
117 E Steuben Street #11
Bath, NY 14810
Light refreshments will be served at this meeting.
Registration is required to attend.
*Members* register via member link at:
https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1009
*Nonmembers* register via member link at:
https://memberlink.cseany.org/NonMemberEvent.axd?e=1009
Or by calling our call center at 1-877-483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org
MEETING AGENDA:
1. Welcome/ Introductions
2. Stabilization Grants
3. Membership
4. Professional Development: Trainings
5. Other Business
6. Next meeting & Closing

Workforce Retention Grant Into Session **GET ZOOM INFO HERE**
2023-07-20 19:00 - 20:30
**There is NO REGISTRATION for these events.**
Please see the following Zoom information to join the call on 7/20

We have exciting news to share! The Office of Children and Family Services (OCFS) will be releasing another grant in the next few weeks. The title of this grant is the Workforce Retention Grant. As a licensed Group Family provider or a registered Family Daycare provider you are eligible to apply for this funding. You are considered staff and qualify for this grant. If you have hired staff and pay them via payroll you can also apply for this grant for the staff at your program.
CSEA/VOICE is pleased to bring you informational sessions concerning the Workforce Retention Grant. Join us to have your questions answered before the Grant portal opens. We will also have information and updates to share about your Union. These sessions are for information only and training hours will not be given.
Our VOICE Stabilization Team will be hosting.
Date/Time: Jul 20, 2023 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting:
https://zoom.us/j/91310682365?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 913 1068 2365
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Here at CSEA/VOICE we are always advocating for providers to have a sustainable business. It is with your membership that makes us powerful. If you are not a member, we encourage you to join to make us even more powerful. You can sign-up on-line at https://voicecsea.org . If you would like further information, you can call our Resource Center at 877-483-2732 or email voice@cseainc.org

ERTC/FFCRA Tax Credit Training
2023-07-25 18:30 - 19:30, 2023-08-03 19:00 - 20:00
Don’t Miss Out!
CSEA/VOICE is pleased to announce a new upcoming business training for family, group family and legally exempt providers that will focus on money-saving tax credits that are available NOW!
Are you aware of the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC)? It is a refundable tax credit for businesses that kept W-2 employees employed throughout the pandemic. This covers the time period from March 13, 2020, to September 30, 2021. Even though the ERTC program ended on September 30, 2021, you can apply for the credit for 2020 and 2021 retroactively through a simple update to your quarterly Form 941.
Do you know about the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)? This helps most businesses – even those with only one owner/employee! You could be eligible to get compensation for time off because of COVID, quarantine, and taking care of children out of school. To apply for the credit, you will submit an update to your taxes. How you apply is dependent on whether or not you have W-2 employees or if you are a sole proprietor and self-employed.
You will have 2 opportunities to join a Zoom meeting and learn about these incredible opportunities.
For each session you will be given 1 hour of OCFS training credit for Topic #5 Business Record Maintenance and Management. This course is also Aspire approved!
These training courses will be presented by Jennifer Vail of Civitas Strategies – a colleague of Gary Romano via Zoom.
Understanding the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
Date: Tuesday, July 25, 2023
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
via Zoom
OR
Understanding the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA)
Date: Thursday, August 3, 2023
Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
via Zoom
You must register to attend either of these sessions:
https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginnonmember.cfm?cca=3
Once you have registered you will receive an email with the Zoom link. Please cancel or confirm your registration. If you are unable to attend the training, it may open a slot for another provider to attend.
If you have questions regarding registration, please contact the Work Institute at 855-472-6848 or email at professional.development@cseainc.org
Here at CSEA/VOICE we are always advocating for providers to have a sustainable business. It is with your membership that makes us powerful. If you are not a member, we encourage you to join to make us even more powerful. You can sign-up on-line at https://voicecsea.org . If you would like further information, you can call our Resource Center at 877-483-2732 or email voice@cseainc.org

Warren and Washington Chapter Meeting and Meet and Greet
2023-08-02 19:00 - 20:30
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a meet and greet for Warren and Washington Counties to meet your new Chapter Representative Lina Palmer. We will also have a meeting where we will discuss up coming training, membership, stabilization grants and other pertinent information.
Date: Wednesday, August 2, 2023
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Home of Lina Palmer
29 King Avenue
Hudson Falls, NY 12839
We will be enjoying ice cream sundaes at this meeting.
*Registration is required to attend.*
Members Register Here: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1029
Non-Members Register Here: https://memberlink.cseany.org/NonMemberEvent.axd?e=1029
Unsure if you are a member or if you need to register by phone, please call the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at 877-483-2732 or contact us with questions via email at voice@cseainc.org
MEETING AGENDA:

1. Welcome/Introductions
2. Stabilization Grants
3. Membership/Dues
4. Professional Development
5. Market Rate Survey
6. Other Business
7. Next Meeting and Closing

Recursos CACFP + taller de preguntas y respuestas para hispanohablantes
2023-08-03 14:00 - 15:30
**THIS TRAINING IS ONLY BEING GIVEN IN SPANISH**
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La Oficina de Servicios para Niños y Familias está solicitando la ayuda de nuestro sindicato para correr la voz acerca de una capacitación gratuita ofrecida por la Asociación Nacional del Programa de Cuidado de Alimentos para Niños y Adultos o, como probablemente lo conocen, CACFP.
Recursos en español para CACFP
DESCRIPCIÓN DEL TALLER: ¿Necesita recursos del programa de alimentos para el cuidado de niños y adultos en español pero no está seguro de dónde encontrarlos? Asista a este seminario web gratuito donde revisamos dónde puede acceder a los recursos en español. ¡Además, esta es la oportunidad de preguntarles a los expertos del CACFP que hablan español sobre el programa!
Fecha: Jueves, Agosto 3, 2023
Hora: 2:00 PM – 2:30 PM (EDT)
***Si no puede asistir en vivo, aún así regístrese y se le enviará un enlace a la transmisión que puede ver en cualquier momento.***
REGISTRARSE AQUÍ: https://info.cacfp.org/calendar/Details/recursos-en-espa-ol-para-cacfp-888374?sourceTypeId=Website

No Cost CPR/First Aid - Nassau (ENGLISH only training)
2023-08-05 09:30 - 15:30
CSEA/VOICE is covering the cost for an Infant/Child and Adult CPR and First Aid training class with funds negotiated in our latest contract with OCFS and New York State. The class is open to Legally Exempt, Family Child Care and Group Family Childcare providers, their staff, and volunteers requiring certification and/or renewal within 90 days.
English Only Training:
Date: Saturday, Aug 5, 2023
Time: 9:30am-3:30pm
Location: The Music Mall
475 Babylon Turnpike
Freeport, NY 11520
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic area 4 Safety & Security.
Please note there is a 3-person limit per childcare program.
*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register: https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2 or call 1-855-472-6848 if you have any questions.

No Cost CPR/First Aid – Syracuse (ENGLISH only training)
2023-08-12 09:00 - 14:00
CSEA/VOICE is covering the cost for an Infant/Child and Adult CPR and First Aid training class with funds negotiated in our latest contract with OCFS and New York State. The class is open to Legally Exempt, Family Child Care and Group Family Childcare providers, their staff, and volunteers requiring certification and/or renewal within 90 days.
English Only Training:
Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. -2 p.m.
Location: Office Building (Syracuse)
404 Oak Street, Suite 101
Syracuse, NY 13202
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic area 4 Safety & Security.
Please note there is a 3-person limit per childcare program.
*Reservations Required. * Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:
https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2 or call 1-855-472-6848

No Cost CPR/First Aid – Westchester/ Putnam (ENGLISH only training)
2023-08-12 10:00 - 15:00
CSEA/VOICE is covering the cost for an Infant/Child and Adult CPR and First Aid training class with funds negotiated in our latest contract with OCFS and New York State. The class is open to Legally Exempt, Family Child Care and Group Family Childcare providers, their staff, and volunteers requiring certification and/or renewal within 90 days.
English Only Training:
Date: Saturday, August 12, 2023
Time: 10am-3pm
Location: Shiloh Baptist Church
185 Lincoln Ave
New Rochelle, NY 10801
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic area 4 Safety & Security.
Please note there is a 3-person limit per childcare program.
*Reservations Required. * Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:
https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2 or call 1-855-472-6848

Help with Retention and Stabilization Grants + Telemed Activation Assistance - Chapter Meeting
2023-08-17 18:30 - 20:00
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for an Informational Meeting in Erie County. Plan now to attend this meeting. We will also discuss upcoming training, membership, stabilization grants, and other pertinent information.
This is a great opportunity for licensed and registered providers who need assistance with the Work Force Retention Grant. We will also be assisting providers who need help in activating the new Telemedicine benefit, which is a no cost benefit to you and your family.
Date: Thursday, August 17, 2023
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Child Care Resource Network
1000 Hertel Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14216
Light refreshments will be served.
Registration is required to attend.
*Members* register via member link at:
https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1040
*Nonmembers* register via member link at:
https://memberlink.cseany.org/NonMemberEvent.axd?e=1040
Or by calling our call center at 1-877-483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org
MEETING AGENDA:
1. Welcome/ Introductions
2. Stabilization Grants
3. Membership
4. Professional Development: Trainings
5. Other Business & Closing
