The presentation "Bullying: What Can Parents Do?" by Family Matters PTIC provides parents with essential tools and knowledge to address and prevent bullying in schools. It highlights the types of bullying, warning signs to watch for, and the rights of students under state and federal laws. The session also offers practical strategies for advocating effectively... Read more »
MAR 3RD SESSION 4: INCLUSION FOR THE MOST COMPLEX: IT'S POSSIBLE! Linda Burkhart, Shirley Sains, Jaime Show, Abby Zurliene Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN
From The Family Advocate Program, A Special Topic Webinar: PUNS Join Ashley Kjos, Manager of the Program Development Unit with the Division of Developmental Disabilities, as he explores the latest updates on the PUNS list, including key statistics, trends, and insights from recent bulletins. Ashley has been with the State of Illinois since 2013. In... Read more »
Are you interested in learning about how work will affect your Social Security disability benefits? The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) – Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program has partnered with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation (DRS) to host free online Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) webinars. WISE webinars can help you and your... Read more »
Presenter: Jayme Levin-Muriel JD Ms. Levin-Muriel practices in the area of probate (guardianship and decedents’ estates), general estate planning, estate tax planning, and trust administration with a special focus on estate planning for persons with disabilities. Jayme’s understanding of needs-based benefits such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid allows her clients to preserve their government... Read more »
KCM welcomes children with disabilities and their families for an afternoon of learning and play focused on them. Our Museum campus is designed for universal accessibility with a purpose to encourage linguistic, cognitive, motor and social skills for all children ages birth to 8. 16 hands-on Museum exhibits One-on-one interactive activities with trained,... Read more »
FEB 24TH SESSION 3: PURPOSEFUL LIVING: MAKING COMMUNITY BASED SUPPORTS WORK Tammy Wrobbel, MS, CIMI Registration: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN
Are you a family member of a child with a disability? Do you want to learn more about placement options and inclusion? This series is for you! Explore and learn about what inclusion is and what the least restrictive environment is all about. Learn about the benefits of inclusion and how to advocate for inclusion.... Read more »
Breakout Sessions: Future Planning & ABLE accounts IL Assistive Technology Program Self-Care for Professionals Guardianship Effective Educational Advocacy Strategies & Tips Building Connections with Emergency Responders And much more... Conference includes: CEU’s available Keynote Speaker Networking Opportunities Complimentary Lunch Included Vendors Questions? Contact: Angela Krambeer angela.krambeer@opad.org, 815.477.4720 ext. 258
Laura Fillenwarth joined KEEN Chicago in 2018. She has more than fifteen years experience working with individuals with disabilities and a passion for recreational programming as well as disability rights. Her previous work experience includes working for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society and Jewish Child and Family Services,. Her sports of choice are tennis, swimming,... Read more »
