Voice

CSEA/VOICE Informational Meeting
2025-03-15 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
CSEA/VOICE Informational Meeting
Saturday, March 15, 2025
10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Do you want to learn more about CSEA/VOICE and your union benefits? Come and join us for brunch and informational session to discuss in detail updates that affect your business. We will also update you on training opportunities, membership gains, and other pertinent information.
Date: Saturday, March 15, 2025
Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Location: Amanda Telarico’s Home
1719 Marion Way
Farmington, NY 14425
Light snacks 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=1708
*Non-Members register by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.
This meeting is open to members and non-members. It is with membership that we can accomplish many great things for your business. Please visit our website https://voicecsea.org and become a member!

If you have any questions, please reach out to your ELC, Nancy Cordero at 585-615-2170.

MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/ Introductions
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
VOICE Updates
Professional Development: Trainings
Membership
Q & A

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Warren, Washington) ** Held in English
2025-03-15 11:00 - 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.
Date: Saturday March 15, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Location: Queensbury Holiday Inn Express 216 Corinth Road Queensbury, NY 12804
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Herkimer, Oneida, Madison) ** Held in English
2025-03-16 09:00 - 13:00
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.
Date: Sunday March 16, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Location: Midstate Emergency Medical Services(Utica) 14 Foery Drive Utica, NY 13501
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Westchester, Putnam) ** Held in English
2025-03-16 13:00 - 17:00
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.
Date: Sunday March 16, 2025 Time: 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM Location: Greenburgh Library(Elmsford) 300 Tarrytown Road Elmsford, NY 10523
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

Steuben and Allegany Chapter Meeting
2025-03-19 18:00 - 20:00
Steuben and Allegany Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, March 19, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a very important Steuben and Allegany County Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing in detail updates that affect your business. Plan now to attend this meeting. We will also update members on training, membership, and other pertinent information.
MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND
Date: Wednesday, March 19, 2025
Location: Jennifer Laskowski’s Home
12 Swan Lane
Painted Post, NY 14870
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=1692
Or by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.

MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/ Introductions
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
VOICE Updates
Professional Development: Trainings
Membership and Leadership
Other Business
Next meeting & Closing
Q & A

Erie/Niagara Chapter Meeting
2025-03-20 18:00 - 20:00
Erie/Niagara Chapter Meeting
Thursday, March 20, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a very important Erie/Niagara County Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing in detail updates that affect your business. Plan now to attend this meeting. We will also update members on training, membership, and other pertinent information.
MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND
Date: Thursday, March 20, 2025
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Child Care Resource Network
1000 Hertel Avenue
Buffalo, NY 14216
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=1690
Or by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.

MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/ Introductions
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
VOICE Updates
Professional Development: Trainings
Membership and Leadership
Other Business
Next meeting & Closing
Q & A

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Ulster) ** Held in English
2025-03-22 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.
Date: Saturday March 22, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Location: CSEA Ulster County (Columbia & Greene) 200 Stockade Drive Kingston, NY 12401
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Orange, Sullivan) ** Held in English
2025-03-22 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.
Date: Saturday March 22, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Location: National Safety Awareness (Newburgh) 46 D’Alfonso Road Newburgh, NY 12550
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

Orleans, Genesee, and Wyoming Chapter Meeting
2025-03-24 18:00 - 20:00
Orleans, Genesee, and Wyoming Chapter Meeting
Monday, March 24, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a very important Orleans, Genesee, and Wyoming County Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing in detail updates that affect your business. Plan now to attend this meeting. We will also update members on training, membership, and other pertinent information.
MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND
Date: Monday, March 24, 2025
Location: Romans
59 Main Street
Batavia, NY 14020
Dinner will be served at this meeting.

*Registration is required to attend. *
REGISTER ONLINE HERE: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1709
Or by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.

MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/ Introductions
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
VOICE Updates
Professional Development: Trainings
Membership and Leadership
Other Business
Next meeting & Closing
Q & A

Tax Preparation Strategies for Child Care Businesses (1.5 hours OCFS Topic #5)
2025-03-25 18:00 - 19:30
Tuesday, March 25, 2025 – 6:00pm – 7:30pm – Tax Preparation Strategies for Child Care Businesses (1.5 hours OCFS Topic #5)

This informative 90-minute presentation helps child care business owners better understand crucial tax topics that will impact them not only at tax time, but throughout the year! Family child care businesses will learn how to prepare for tax time, navigate Schedule C, and understand how to calculate and claim “tricky” expense topics such as transportation and food costs. A deep dive into the business use of home expenses, including a step-by-step tutorial on calculating the time/space percentage will help business owners maximize the expenses they can take when operating their business out of their home. Learn about how grant funding can affect taxes and an important step they can take before April 15th to help lessen their tax liability. Finally, explore the methods used to prepare taxes and the important questions to ask when selecting a tax preparer.

You must register to attend sessions.
Please register here: https://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 questions regarding registration, please contact the Work Institute at 855-472-6848 or email at professional.development@cseainc.org
At CSEA/VOICE we are always advocating for providers to have sustainable businesses. 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 toll free Resource Center at 877-483-2732 or email voice@cseainc.org

Martes 25 de Marzo, 2025 – 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. – Estrategias de preparación de impuestos para empresas de cuidado infantil (1.5 horas, tema #5 de OCFS)

¡Esta presentación informativa de 90 minutos ayuda a los propietarios de empresas de cuidado infantil a comprender mejores temas tributarios cruciales que los impactarán no solo en el momento de declarar impuestos, sino durante todo el año! Las empresas de cuidado infantil familiar aprenderán cómo prepararse para la época de impuestos, navegar por el Anexo C y comprender cómo calcular y reclamar temas de gastos “complicados”, como los costos de transporte y alimentos. Una inmersión profunda en el uso comercial de los gastos del hogar, incluido un tutorial paso a paso sobre cómo calcular el porcentaje de tiempo/espacio, ayudará a los propietarios de negocios a maximizar los gastos que pueden asumir al operar su negocio desde su hogar. Conozca cómo los fondos de subvención pueden afectar los impuestos y un paso importante que pueden tomar antes del 15 de Abril para ayudar a reducir su obligación tributaria. Finalmente, explore los métodos utilizados para preparar los impuestos y las preguntas importantes que debe hacerse al seleccionar un preparador de impuestos.

Debe registrarse para asistir a las sesiones.
Regístrese aquí: https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginnonmember.cfm?CCA=3
Una vez que te hayas registrado recibirás un correo electrónico. Confirme o cancele su inscripción si no puede asistir a la capacitación. Puede abrir un espacio para que asista otro proveedor.
Si tiene preguntas sobre el registro, comuníquese con el Work Institute al 855-472-6848 o envíe un correo electrónico a professional.development@cseainc.org

En CSEA/VOICE siempre estamos abogando para que los proveedores tengan negocios sustentables. Es con su membresía lo que nos hace poderosos. Si no es miembro, le animamos a unirse para hacernos aún más poderosos. Puede registrarse en línea en https://voicecsea.org. Si desea obtener más información, puede llamar a nuestro Centro de recursos gratuito al 877-483-2732 o enviar un correo electrónico a voice@cseainc.org.

Wayne, Ontario, Yates, Livingston, and Seneca Chapter Meeting
2025-03-25 18:00 - 20:00
Wayne, Ontario, Yates, Livingston, and Seneca Chapter Meeting
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a very important Wayne, Ontario, Yates, Livingston and Seneca Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing in detail updates that affect your business. Plan now to attend this meeting. We will also update members on training, membership, and other pertinent information.
MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND
Date: Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Location: Flaherty’s
60 W. Main Street
Honeoye Falls, NY 14472
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=1693
Or by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.

MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/ Introductions
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
VOICE Updates
Professional Development: Trainings
Membership and Leadership
Other Business
Next meeting & Closing
Q & A

Monroe County Chapter Meeting
2025-03-26 18:00 - 20:00
Monroe County Chapter Meeting
Wednesday, March 26, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a very important Monroe County Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing in detail updates that affect your business. Plan now to attend this meeting. We will also update members on training, membership, and other pertinent information.
MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND
Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2025
Location: Workers United Hall
750 East Ave
Rochester, NY 14607
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=1691
Or by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.

MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/ Introductions
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
VOICE Updates
Professional Development: Trainings
Membership and Leadership
Other Business
Next meeting & Closing
Q & A

Reunión del capítulo del condado de Monroe
Miércoles, 26 de Marzo de 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
CSEA/VOICE lo invita a unirse a nosotros en una reunión muy importante del capítulo del condado de Monroe. Discutiremos en detalle las actualizaciones que afectan su negocio. Planee ahora asistir a esta reunión. También actualizaremos a los miembros sobre capacitación, membresía y otra información pertinente.
DEBE SER MIEMBRO PARA ASISTIR
Fecha: Miércoles, 26 de Marzo de 2025
Ubicación: Workers United Hall
750 East Ave
Rochester, NY 14607
En esta reunión se servirán refrigerios y refrigerios.

*Es necesario registrarse para asistir. *

REGÍSTRESE EN LÍNEA AQUÍ: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1691
O llamando al Centro de Recursos CSEA/VOICE al (877) 483-2732 o por correo electrónico a voice@cseainc.org.
AGENDA DE LA REUNIÓN:

Bienvenida/Presentación
Actualizaciones de DSS
Actualizaciones de OCFS
Actualizaciones de VOICE
Desarrollo profesional: capacitaciones
Membresía y liderazgo
Otros asuntos
Próxima reunión y clausura
Preguntas y respuestas

Chautauqua & Cattaraugus Chapter Meeting
2025-03-27 18:00 - 20:00
Chautauqua & Cattaraugus Chapter Meeting
Thursday, March 27, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a very important Chautauqua & Cattaraugus County Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing in detail updates that affect your business. Plan now to attend this meeting. We will also update members on training, membership, and other pertinent information.
MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND
Date: Thursday, March 27, 2025
Location: Labyrinth Press Company
10-12 East 4th Street
Jamestown, NY 14701
Dinner will be served at this meeting.

*Registration is required to attend. *
REGISTER ONLINE HERE: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1710
Or by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.

MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/ Introductions
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
VOICE Updates
Professional Development: Trainings
Membership and Leadership
Other Business
Next meeting & Closing
Q & A

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Broome, Tioga) ** Held in English
2025-03-29 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.
Date: Saturday March 29, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Location: Robin Wright’s Daycare 125 Hickox Road Harpursville, NY 13787
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

**Capacitacion gratuita de RCP/Primeros Auxilios!** (Suffolk) Capacitacion en persona solo en español
2025-03-29 09:00 - 16:00
CSEA/VOICE está cubriendo el costo del entrenamiento RCP y primero auxilios para bebés/niños y adultos con fondos negociado con 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.
Fecha: Saturday March 29, 2025 Horario: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Ubicación: CSEA Long Island Regional Offices (Commack) 3 Garet Place Commack, NY 11725
Cada participante recibirá horas de capacitación en las áreas temáticas de OCFS 2: Necesidades de nutrición y salud de bebés y niños y 4: Procedimientos de seguridad y protección.
Por favor anote: un límite de 3 personas por programa de cuidado infantil por entrenamiento.
*Reservaciones requerido*
Asientos limitados.
Por favor darle clic aquí para registrarse en línea:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2Si tienen dificultades para registrarse en línea, pueden llamar al 1-855-472-6848 para obtener ayuda.

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Orange, Sullivan) ** Held in English
2025-04-05 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.
Date: Saturday April 5, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Location: National Safety Awareness (Newburgh) 46 D’Alfonso Road Newburgh, NY 12550
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Herkimer, Oneida, Madison) ** Held in English
2025-04-05 09:00 - 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.
Date: Saturday April 5, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Location: Holy Trinity Lutheran Church (Little Falls) 512 E. Gansevoort Street Little Falls, NY 13365
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

Retirement (1.5 hours OCFS Topic #5)
2025-04-08 18:00 - 19:30
Tuesday, April 8, 2025 – 6:00pm-7:30pm – Retirement (1.5 hours OCFS Topic #5) –

This webinar covers key aspects of the transition, from closing or selling your business to passing on your legacy. Learn how to create a savings strategy that fits your timeline and navigate the financial and logistical steps for a smooth retirement.

You must register to attend sessions.
Please register here: https://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 questions regarding registration, please contact the Work Institute at 855-472-6848 or email at professional.development@cseainc.org

At CSEA/VOICE we are always advocating for providers to have sustainable businesses. 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 toll free Resource Center at 877-483-2732 or email voice@cseainc.or

Martes 8 de Abril, 2025 – 6:00 p.m. a 7:30 p.m. – Jubilación (1.5 horas OCFS Tema #5)

Este seminario web cubre aspectos clave de la transición, desde cerrar o vender su negocio hasta transmitir su legado. Aprenda cómo crear una estrategia de ahorro que se ajuste a su cronograma y navegue por los pasos financieros y logísticos para una jubilación sin problemas.

Debe registrarse para asistir a las sesiones.
Regístrese aquí: https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginnonmember.cfm?CCA=3
Una vez que te hayas registrado recibirás un correo electrónico. Confirme o cancele su inscripción si no puede asistir a la capacitación. Puede abrir un espacio para que asista otro proveedor.
Si tiene preguntas sobre el registro, comuníquese con el Work Institute al 855-472-6848 o envíe un correo electrónico a professional.development@cseainc.org

En CSEA/VOICE siempre estamos abogando para que los proveedores tengan negocios sustentables. Es con su membresía lo que nos hace poderosos. Si no es miembro, le animamos a unirse para hacernos aún más poderosos. Puede registrarse en línea en https://voicecsea.org. Si desea obtener más información, puede llamar a nuestro Centro de recursos gratuito al 877-483-2732 o enviar un correo electrónico a voice@cseainc.org.

Otsego, Delaware and Chenango Informational Meeting and Training
2025-04-10 18:30 - 20:30
Otsego, Delaware and Chenango Informational Meeting and Training
“Put it in Writing”
Parent Handbooks, Contracts and Policies
Thursday, April 10, 2025
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a very important Otsego, Delaware and Chenango Chapter Informational Meeting and Training. We will be discussing in detail updates that affect your business. Plan now to attend this meeting. We will also discuss upcoming training, membership, and other pertinent information.
Parent Handbooks, contracts and policies are very important in running your daycare program and business!! This session will enable providers to establish a business relationship with parents, identify the key elements of policies and procedures, and enforce agreements with parents.
Each participant will receive 1.5 hours of Aspire approved training:
OCFS Topic #4 – Safety and Security Procedures
OCFS Topic #5– Business Record Maintenance and Management
OCFS Topic #7 – Statutes and Regulations Pertaining to Child Care
Date: Thursday, April 10, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: FoxCare Center
1 FoxCare Drive
John Remillard Meeting Room
Oneonta, NY 13820
Get Directions
Light snacks and refreshments will be served at this meeting.
Registration is required to attend.
Members register via Member link here: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1742

Non-members register by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at 877-483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org
This meeting is open to members and non-members. It is with membership that we can accomplish many great things for your business. Please visit our website https://voicecsea.org and become a member!
MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/ Introductions
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
VOICE Updates
Professional Development
Membership/Leadership
Other Business
Training Session
Next Meeting and Closing

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Orange, Sullivan) ** Held in English
2025-04-12 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.
Date: Saturday April 12, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Location: National Safety Awareness (Newburgh) 46 D’Alfonso Road Newburgh, NY 12550
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Onondaga, Cayuga) ** Held in English
2025-04-12 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.
Date: Saturday April 12, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM Location: Office Building(Syracuse) 404 Oak Street, Suite 291 (Second Floor) Syracuse, NY 13203
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Albany, Schenectady, Rensselaer, Saratoga) ** Held in English
2025-04-12 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.
Date: Saturday April 12, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Location: The Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit (Albany)
57 Hurlbut St
Albany, NY 12209
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.
*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2
If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Warren, Washington) ** Held in English
2025-04-12 11:00 - 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.
Date: Saturday April 12, 2025 Time: 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM Location: Queensbury Holiday Inn Express 216 Corinth Road Queensbury, NY 12804
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Herkimer, Oneida, Madison) ** Held in English
2025-04-13 09:00 - 13:00
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.
Date: Sunday April 13, 2025 Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Location: Midstate Emergency Medical Services(Utica) 14 Foery Drive Utica, NY 13501
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

St. Lawrence, Jefferson and Lewis Chapter Informational Meeting and Training
2025-04-16 18:30 - 20:30
St. Lawrence, Jefferson and Lewis Chapter Informational Meeting and Training
“CCTA 101”
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a very important St. Lawrence, Jefferson, and Lewis Chapter Informational Meeting and Training. We will be discussing in detail updates that affect your business. Plan now to attend this meeting. We will also discuss upcoming training, membership, and other pertinent information.
Child Care Providers will learn how to use the Child Care Time and Attendance (CCTA) KinderConnect Program to track time and attendance for children on the Child Care Assistance Program.
If you wish, please bring your tablet or laptop. If you do so, please sign up for CCTA. You will need to contact your Local District Social Services (LDSS) to enroll. They will give you a CCFS ID and a verification code. To register you will need to enter you first and last name and date of birth.
Each participant will receive 1.5 hours of Aspire approved training in topic area: OCFS Topic #5 – Business Record Maintenance and Management
Date: Wednesday, April 16, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: Evans Mills Fire Hall
8615 Leray St.
Evans Mills, NY 13637
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Light snacks and refreshments will be served at this meeting.
Registration is required to attend.
Members register via Member link here: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1744

Non-members register by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at 877-483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org

This meeting is open to members and non-members. It is with membership that we can accomplish many great things for your business. Please visit our website https://voicecsea.org and become a member!
MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/Introductions
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
VOICE Updates
Professional Development
Membership/Leadership
Other Business
Training Session
Next Meeting and Closing

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Nassau) ** Held in English
2025-04-19 09:00 - 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.
Date: Saturday April 19, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Love Fellowship Temple
55 Mansfield Ave
Roosevelt, NY 11575
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.
*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2
If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

Orleans, Genesee, and Wyoming Chapter Meeting
2025-04-21 18:00 - 20:00
Orleans, Genesee, and Wyoming Chapter Meeting
Monday, April 21, 2025
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a very important Orleans, Genesee, and Wyoming County Chapter Meeting. We will be discussing in detail updates that affect your business. Plan now to attend this meeting. We will also update members on training, membership, and other pertinent information.
MUST BE A MEMBER TO ATTEND
Date: Monday, April 21, 2025
Location: Applebee’s Restaurant
8322 Lewiston Road
Batavia, NY 14020
*Registration is required to attend. *
REGISTER ONLINE HERE: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1760
Or by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at (877) 483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org.

MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/ Introductions
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
VOICE Updates
Professional Development: Trainings
Membership and Leadership
Other Business
Next meeting & Closing
Q & A

Recruitment and Retention (1.5 hours OCFS Topic #5)
2025-04-22 18:00 - 19:30
Tuesday, April 22, 2025 – 6:00pm-7:30pm – Recruitment and Retention (1.5 hours OCFS Topic #5)

This webinar will guide you through every step of the recruitment and retention process, from crafting compelling job announcements and analyzing talent trends to sourcing and evaluating top candidates. Learn best practices for conducting interviews, checking references, and making legally sound hiring decisions. Once you’ve found the right employees, discover effective strategies for onboarding, training, and integrating them into your team to boost retention.

You must register to attend sessions.
Please register here: https://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 questions regarding registration, please contact the Work Institute at 855-472-6848 or email at professional.development@cseainc.org

At CSEA/VOICE we are always advocating for providers to have sustainable businesses. 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 toll free Resource Center at 877-483-2732 or email voice@cseainc.org

Martes 22 de Abril, 2025 – 6:00 p.m. a 7:30 p.m. – Reclutamiento y retención (1.5 horas OCFS Tema #5)

Este seminario web lo guiará a través de cada paso del proceso de reclutamiento y retención, desde la elaboración de anuncios de trabajo atractivos y el análisis de tendencias de talento hasta la búsqueda y evaluación de los mejores candidatos. Aprenda las mejores prácticas para realizar entrevistas, verificar referencias y tomar decisiones de contratación legalmente sólidas. Una vez que haya encontrado a los empleados adecuados, descubra estrategias efectivas para incorporarlos, capacitarlos e integrarlos a su equipo para impulsar la retención.

Debe registrarse para asistir a las sesiones.
Regístrese aquí: https://csealearningcenter.org/help/loginnonmember.cfm?CCA=3
Una vez que te hayas registrado recibirás un correo electrónico. Confirme o cancele su inscripción si no puede asistir a la capacitación. Puede abrir un espacio para que asista otro proveedor.
Si tiene preguntas sobre el registro, comuníquese con el Work Institute al 855-472-6848 o envíe un correo electrónico a professional.development@cseainc.org

**No Cost CPR/First Aid (Westchester, Putnam) ** Held in English
2025-04-26 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.
Date: Saturday April 26, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Location: Shiloh Baptist Church (New Rochelle)
185 Lincoln Avenue
New Rochelle, NY 10801
Each participant will receive training hours in OCFS topic areas 2 – Nutrition and Health Needs of Infants and Children and 4 – Safety & Security Procedures.
Please Note: there is a 3 person limit per child care program.
*Reservations Required.* Seats are limited.
Please click on this link to register:https://www.csealearningcenter.org/help/loginmember.cfm?cca=2
If you have difficulty registering online you may call 1-855-472-6848 for assistance.

Dutchess Chapter Informational Meeting and Training
2025-05-01 18:30 - 20:30
Dutchess Chapter Informational Meeting and Training
“Getting Organized ”
Thursday, May 1st, 2025
6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
CSEA/VOICE invites you to join us for a Dutchess Chapter Informational Meeting and Training. We will be discussing in detail updates that affect your business. We will also discuss upcoming training, membership, and other pertinent information.
Child care providers are responsible for a lot of paperwork. The “Getting Organized” training will help participants get and stay in compliance with the Office of Children and Family Services, Child Care Assistance Program and Child and Adult Care Food Program regulations and procedures. Tips will be shared to set up a system that will make it easier for providers to manage documents.
Each participant will receive a total of 1.5 hours of Aspire approved training in topic area: OCFS Topic #’s
(3) Child day care program development , (5) Business record maintenance and management (7) Statutes and regulations pertaining to child day care
Date: Thursday, May 1st, 2025
Time: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Location: CSEA Office Region 3
568 State Route 52
Beacon NY 12508

Light snacks and refreshments will be served at this meeting.
Registration is required to attend.
Members register via Member link here: https://memberlink.cseany.org/Event.axd?e=1760

Non-members register by calling the CSEA/VOICE Resource Center at 877-483-2732 or via email at voice@cseainc.org

This meeting is open to members and non-members. It is with membership that we can accomplish many great things for your business. Please visit our website https://voicecsea.org and become a member!
MEETING AGENDA:

Welcome/Introductions
VOICE Updates /Professional Development
DSS Updates
OCFS Updates
Membership/Leadership
Other Business
Training Session
Next Meeting and Closing
