New Transition to Adulthood Webinar Series for Families Begins June 26

Families can face new challenges and shifting roles as young people move toward adulthood.

Join the Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) this summer for our new two-part webinar series on “Preparing for Adulthood: A Roadmap for the Future.”

Bring your questions and learn more about navigating this journey with Claire Cook, DSCC Title V Transition Specialist, and Suzanne Aaron, Northern Illinois Outreach Specialist for Illinois Life Span.

These free sessions will cover:

• “Session One: Navigating Adult Systems” on June 26 at 6 p.m.
  • This session will provide practical tools for exploring and understanding adult systems, such as health care, education, employment and more. It will also cover strategies for balancing independence and guidance as family roles evolve.

    Session one is for youth ages 12 to 15 and their families. Families with children at other developmental stages are also welcome to attend.

  • Register on Zoom for “Session One: Navigating Adult Systems.”
• “Session Two: Empowering Parents and Caregivers”on July 31 at 6 p.m.
  • Building on session one, participants will dive deeper into adult guardianship, health insurance, benefits and programs for youth with complex needs. The session will focus on creating meaningful daily routines while managing evolving family dynamics. It will also explore the role of support circles and how to make decisions that support youth and caregivers in the long run.

    Session two is for parents, caregivers and families of youth ages 16 and older with complex needs and/or disabilities.

  • Register on Zoom for “Session Two: Empowering Parents and Caregivers.”

Live Spanish translation will be available for each session. The “Preparing for Adulthood: A Roadmap for the Future” flyer is also available in Spanish.

If you can’t attend, the recordings and slides for both sessions will be posted on our Family Education Webinars page.

If you have questions about the series, please contact Claire Cook at clairer3@uic.edu or (800) 322-3722.