Arc Events

There are sixty-six (66) community mental health boards in the State of IL.   Learn how these local sources of funding support individuals with disabilities.   Invited presenters:  Ms. Lynn Canfield, Executive Director, Champaign County Mental Health (708) and Developmental Disabilities (377) Board, Mr. Allen Doederlein, Executive Director, Berwyn Township Community Mental Health (708) Board and Mr.... Read more »

La Pubertad: cómo apoyar la relaciones saludables Este taller presentará formas de apoyar a su hijo a través de los cambios sociales y emocionales provocados por la pubertad. Se presentarán estrategias para enseñar habilidades de modestia y privacidad, así como formas de apoyar relaciones saludables de su ser querido. Presentadora: Linda Sandman, MSW, LCSW La... Read more »

Plan to join us for our monthly webinars focused on families and individuals who have received Early Notification about a likely upcoming PUNS selection from the IL Division of Developmental Disabilities. The webinars are also open to families who were selected from the PUNS list in the summer of 2021. The webinars focus on several... Read more »

Educational Surrogate Parent Training - Make a difference in the life of a child with a disability! Consuelo Puente, Multicultural Trainer, Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center will discuss: Who needs an Educational Surrogate Parent Role of Educational Surrogate Parent What you need to do if interested in becoming an Educational Surrogate Parent Register in... Read more »

Para los individuos seleccionados de PUNS en el 2021, sus familiares y defensores, venga con nosotros! Y aquellos que ya recibieron la carta de notificación temprana en Diciembre 2021 para la selección de 2022. En estos talleres les presentaremos como preparar para su cita con la agencia coordinadora de servicios, vamos a explorar los beneficios... Read more »

In this presentation, we will discuss strategies, tips and techniques that Parents/Caregivers can use when dealing with the stress that Holidays and special events can bring. We will share ideas to implement, things to consider, sensory strategies, and de-stress techniques that can be used daily, or as needed. Featured Speaker: Roseann Slaght Roseann Slaght has... Read more »

Plan to join us for our monthly webinars focused on families and individuals who have received Early Notification about a likely upcoming PUNS selection from the IL Division of Developmental Disabilities. The webinars are also open to families who were selected from the PUNS list in the summer of 2021. The webinars focus on several... Read more »

Sign up for PUNS with our local ISC. In addition, come learn about the many services The Arc of Illinois and College for Life can offer for your son/daughter with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Quincy Public Library, Challenges Unlimited, and other local vendors will be available to answer your questions about their  services for individuals... Read more »

Join us to learn about a new Program for children enrolled in Medicaid under age 21 with complex behavioral healthcare needs. Kristine Herman, HFS Bureau Chief, Behavioral Health, will discuss the history of the N.B. Consent Decree -the impetus for this Program -as well as eligibility criteria, the enrollment process and program services. Register in... Read more »

Presentadora: Mariana Garcia Torres. Ph.D. En esta sesión se revisarán temas relacionados con la transición de la niñez a la adolescencia para personas con discapacidad. Revisaremos los cambios mas comunes, como manejarlos y como guiar a sus hijos en esta nueva etapa. Revisaremos conceptos de la sexualidad y cosas para tener en cuenta como la... Read more »