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SUMMARY:Camp Red Kite
DESCRIPTION:Camp Red Kite is a dynamic theatre day camp for young people on the autism spectrum. During three fun-filled weeks\, campers ages 8-22 explore drama\, music\, and visual arts! Throughout each camp day\, campers rotate through engaging arts classes with their age-appropriate small groups\, growing their sense of community\, imaginative thinking\, and self-confidence. \nCamp runs July 13-July 31\, 2026 \nMonday-Friday\, 9:00am-12:30pm \nLocation: 100 S. Racine Ave\, Chicago \nFor ages 8-22. \nFinancial assistance is available! \nClick here for camp information.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/camp-red-kite/
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SUMMARY:Using the One-Pager in the School Setting for Connection and Self-Advocacy
DESCRIPTION:Thursday\, July 16\, 2026 \n12:00 pm-12:45 pm \nJoin Family Matters PTIC and the LifeCourse Nexus Training and Technical Assistance Center for an engaging virtual Lunch & Learn focused on empowering students through self-advocacy and meaningful connection in school settings. \nThis month’s session\, “Using the One-Pager in the School Setting for Connection and Self-Advocacy\,” will explore practical strategies for incorporating the One-Page Description into classrooms\, meetings\, and educational planning. Participants will learn how this powerful tool helps students communicate their strengths\, preferences\, and support needs\, fostering stronger relationships\, increased confidence\, and more effective collaboration among students\, families\, and professionals. \nWhether you’re a parent\, educator\, advocate\, or service provider\, you’ll gain actionable ideas to support student voice and promote inclusive decision-making. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to discover how a simple one-page tool can make a lasting impact on student engagement\, self-determination\, and success. Register today and join the conversation! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/using-the-one-pager-in-the-school-setting-for-connection-and-self-advocacy/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:You Matter Too: The Power of Parent Self-Care
DESCRIPTION:Your Child\, Your Voice: Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (FMPTIC) Special Education Advocacy Series \nJuly 16\, 2026 – You Matter Too: The Power of Parent Self-Care \nJuly 30\, 2026 – Effective Communication & Advocacy: Partnering with Your Child’s School \nAugust 13\, 2026 – Know Your Rights\, Lead with Confidence \nAugust 27\, 2026 – Ready\, Set\, School: Preparing for a Strong Start \nEach session is one hour from 12:00-1:00pm CST. \nClick here to register for Zoom link.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/you-matter-too-the-power-of-parent-self-care/
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SUMMARY:All About Service Dogs
DESCRIPTION:Service Dogs are long standing tools for independence. There are many ways service dogs can be trained to help people with disabilities be more independent. From Guide Dogs to Diabetic Alert Dogs\, Autism Service Dogs to Mobility Service Dogs\, each dog is individually trained to support an individuals’ independence and ability to engage and access the world around them. \n\nThis presentation will provide information to help you through the process of knowing what service dogs are\, determining if this is the right for you\, or a loved one\, and provide assistance in locating the right training program. Kristin Hartness the Executive Director at Canines for Disabled Kids will be presenting. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Continuing education credits are available for QIDP’s. \nRegistration is required. To register please click on the link: \nhttps://www.jcfs.org/register/service-dogs or call Kathryn Dougherty at 773-765-3158 to register. \nYou will receive a ZOOM link to participate via email the day prior to the session. \nFor help with registration\, and for any accommodations\, please contact \nkathryndougherty@jcfs.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/all-about-service-dogs-2/
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