BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Arc of Illinois - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Arc of Illinois X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.thearcofil.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Arc of Illinois REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210920T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210920T191815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T194227Z UID:15072-1632132000-1632139200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Navigating the Transition Plan: Special Education Rights Webinar sponsored by FRCD DESCRIPTION:Preparing your child to transition to adulthood can be a daunting task. This webinar will focus on the initial steps of the transition process in the Illinois special education system from an academic perspective. The topics covered include: \n\nDefining transition plans and its components\nUnderstanding transition services\n\nTips for parents preparing their child for adulthood. \nRegister \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/navigating-the-transition-plan-special-education-rights-webinar-sponsored-by-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210908T194124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T194124Z UID:14985-1632222000-1632225600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Inclusion is a Lifelong Journey sponsored by Family Matters PTIC DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free webinar about inclusion and how it is a lifelong journey. Inclusion is a life quest and is woven into the tapestry of our lives. Nancy and Bridget have been on a lifelong quest to design inclusive environments for individuals with disabilities. They believe that we never segregate people we value and to be valued is the basic core of our human experience. Bridget is an inspiring young woman with Down Syndrome and she will share her story. Nancy will share her journey advocating for Bridget and others to be included. This webinar is for everyone – Self advocates\, parents\, and people of all ages who care about helping people live full and inclusive lives. \nhttps://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8859654007954678539 \nOur Presenters: \nBridget Brown is a young woman with Down syndrome who encourages people to “DWELL IN THE POSSIBILITIES”. She is a strong advocate of inclusive education and community living. Bridget is a national public speaker\, an actress\, and a person centered planning coach. She helps people open their minds\, hearts and doors to include people of different abilities. Bridget is the second vice president of the National Association for Down Syndrome where she spearheaded a public speaker training program and a self-advocacy group.  She is the recipient of many state and national awards. Bridget is the co-founder of her organization called BUTTERFLIES FOR CHANGE. \nNancy Brown has worked with and for individuals with disabilities most of her life. She advocated for her daughter Bridget to be the first students with a disability to be included. Nancy worked with Microboards and was an inclusion consultant for ISBE (Project CHOICES). Nancy and her daughter Bridget  are national inclusion educators through their organization called Butterflies for Change.    Nancy specializes in inclusive education; person centered planning life design\, adaptations& accommodations\, parent issues\, inclusive social emotional models of support\, organizational development\, transition\, storytelling\, as well as access and equity for all students. She is the co- author of Models of Support and Kid Konnections. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/inclusion-is-a-lifelong-journey-sponsored-by-family-matters-ptic/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210920T191506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T191506Z UID:15070-1632225600-1632229200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:FRCD Lunch and Learn Webinar: Evaluation: What Parents Should Know to Get Started DESCRIPTION:Is your child struggling in school? Do you suspect your child may need special education services\, but don’t know how to get started? This may be the webinar for you. The evaluation is one of the first phases to obtaining an IEP for your child. \nThis webinar will discuss: \n\nThe purposes of evaluations\,\nHow and when to request an evaluation\,\nThe parents’/guardians’ role in the evaluation process.\nYour child’s rights under IDEA\,\n\nIndependent Educational Evaluation (IEE). \nRegister \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/frcd-lunch-and-learn-webinar-evaluation-what-parents-should-know-to-get-started/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210827T142325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T142325Z UID:14894-1632229200-1632232800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Tailoring\, Targeting\, And Addressing What Matters: Supporting People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Who are Living With Dementia sponsored by Health Matters DESCRIPTION:Laura Gitlin\, Ph.D.\, FGSA\, FAAN\, Executive Director\, The AgeWell Collaboratory\, Distinguished University Professor and Dean\, College of Nursing and Health Professions Drexel University \nThis presentation will discuss the state of dementia care research and its implications for supporting people with intellectual disabilities who are living with dementia. Drawing upon tested efficacious interventions\, specific interventions will be discussed both in terms of their outcomes as well as their essential elements and treatment principles that can be applied to working with people with intellectual disabilities living with dementia. Interventions will be shared that view the individual within their living context and address modifiable factors that may be contributing to care challenges. Interventions assume a person-centric and tailored approach and address the needs of the person as well as their care partners to help support quality of life. \nREGISTER \nLearning Objectives:  \nDelineate the state of dementia care research and its implications for supporting people with IDD who are living with dementia. \nDescribe interventions that can be applied to working with people with IDD living with dementia. \nIdentify modifiable factors that may be contributing to care challenges. \n1.Webinars are free.\n2. CEUs are not offered for the webinars. \n3.Webinar and materials will be recorded and archived on HealthMatters Program YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVlDGGNnuQQ0ACAED8pQxs3SILDoACigy).\n4.For disability accommodations email Jasmina Sisirak (jsisirak@uic.edu). \n\nThese webinars will be held on Webex platform. You can test your connection with Webex before joining the meeting HERE. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/tailoring-targeting-and-addressing-what-matters-supporting-people-with-intellectual-and-developmental-disabilities-who-are-living-with-dementia-sponsored-by-health-matters/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T140000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210830T163005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T163113Z UID:14906-1632229200-1632232800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Supporting Spanish-Speaking Families as They Learn About Special Education sponsored by Arc USA DESCRIPTION:Learning to navigate the special education system can be challenging and overwhelming. These challenges are amplified when a family doesn’t speak the language and struggles to get adjusted to the U.S. school system. In this webinar\, you will learn ways to help Spanish-speaking families alleviate some of these challenges. \nPlease note that this webinar will be presented in English and the primary audience is disability professionals. \nDuring the webinar\, Patricia Albeño\, Director of Projects and Outreach at The Arc of California\, will discuss ways to: \n\nEffectively support Spanish-speaking families to promote cultural responsiveness\nHelp families create positive interactions with school administrators and staff\n\nWe will also review The Arc@School’s new FREE Spanish-language resources. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/supporting-spanish-speaking-families-as-they-learn-about-special-education-sponsored-by-arc-usa/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T121500 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210524T175935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T175935Z UID:14229-1632308400-1632312900@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Building Literacy Skills sponsored by Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays (RCADD) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER ONLINE AT | REGISTRO POR INTERNET: RCADD.EVENTBRITE.COM \nAll workshops will take place online using the Zoom platform. Registration for each month’s workshops will open two weeks prior to the start of the month. \nEntrenamientos serán virtualmente\, sobre la plataforma de Zoom. Registración para los talleres abrirá dos semanas antes del principio del mes que el taller está programado para. \nQuestions? Please reach out to us at rcaddwest@gmail.com.   Preguntas? Escriba a rcaddwest@gmail.com \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/building-literacy-skills-sponsored-by-resource-center-for-autism-developmental-delays-rcadd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210830T180747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T183823Z UID:14912-1632312000-1632315600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:School During COVID-19: Using Visual Supports from the Autism Research Institute DESCRIPTION:In this free webinar\, learn evidence-based strategies for using visual supports at school as students transition back to classrooms during the Covid-19 pandemic. \nRegister here \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/school-during-covid-19-using-visual-supports-from-the-autism-research-institute/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210902T201526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T201835Z UID:14953-1632319200-1632324600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Getting Creative: Applying Innovative Strategies to Guide Transformation and Increase CIE DESCRIPTION:The new Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center (DETAC) will be hosting a three-part provider transformation series. This series is intended for Centers for Independent Living (CIL) and Councils on Developmental Disabilities (Councils) and other interested partners in how they can engage with and support the transformation of disability service providers to offer new\, integrated person-centered services such as (but not limited to) customized employment/discovery\, supported employment and financial capability into their programs for individuals with significant disabilities. Guest speakers from the field will share their experiences with transformation by outlining high-impact strategies\, evidence-based practices\, and real-life examples\, including lessons learned. \nPlease note: Space is limited\nRegistration closes at 11:59pm EST on Friday\, September 3rd.\nAPPLY NOW at: https://forms.gle/FtALz4nQa6CMZ7Gu5 URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/getting-creative-applying-innovative-strategies-to-guide-transformation-and-increase-cie/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210920T191647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T191647Z UID:15071-1632333600-1632340800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Abogacía Eficaz patrocinado por FRCD DESCRIPTION:Estas cansado de dar vueltas al rededor de una sopa de alfabeto y siglas y no estas suguro de lo que puedes o debes hacer para ayudar ha tú hijo/hija? Este taller le proporcionará estas herramientas importantes: \n\nEl paso de la frustración a el poder\n¿Quién es un defensor y por que ser un defensor?\n\nSiga las seis habilidades para la abogacía eficaz. \nRegister URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/abogacia-eficaz-patrocinado-por-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210907T210905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T210905Z UID:14973-1632398400-1632402000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Conoce tus Opciones! - Ligas Family Advocate Program DESCRIPTION:Conoce tus Opciones! \nPara los individuos seleccionados de PUNS en el 2021\, sus familiares y defensores\, venga con nosotros! \n\nNavegando el Sistema de Adultos con Discapacidades en Illinois.\nOpciones disponibles bajo el programa de Medicaid y los servicios en el hogar y la comunidad.\nEjemplos de abogacía para las familias que usan los servicios del programa:\n\n–HBS (Hogar)\, CDS (Comunidad)\, CILA (Vivienda en grupo) por sus siglas en ingles.\n\n\nPasos clave para trabajar efectivamente con su ISC -Coordinador de Servicios.\n\nEstablezca una comunicación con su ISC \nPrepare sus documentos \nElija los servicios más adecuados \n\nSesión de preguntas y respuestas.\n\nRegístrese Yá! \nCuando: Sep 23\, 2021 12:00 PM Hora Central \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1llOXua1RPK5aBKQhSvtfw \n  \n  \nPreguntas? Contacta Ruth Aguilar: ruth@thearcofil.org; 815-464-1832 x1033 \nLigas Family Advocate Director – Shirley Perez shirley@thearcofil.org; 815-464-1832 x1026 \n  \nThe Arc of Illinois Ligas Family Advocate program is funded by a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/conoce-tus-opciones-ligas-family-advocate-program/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T173000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210920T191043Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T191043Z UID:15013-1632412800-1632418200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Conozca la Diferencia entre los siguientes programs del gobierno: SSI\, SSDI\, Medicare and Medicaid (in Spanish) DESCRIPTION:Presentadora:  Consuelo Puente \nPara mas informacion llame a Erica Fernandez 312-391-9208 \nerica.fernandez@elvalor.net \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/conozca-la-diferencia-entre-los-siguientes-programs-del-gobierno-ssi-ssdi-medicare-and-medicaid-in-spanish/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T191500 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210524T180030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T180030Z UID:14230-1632420000-1632424500@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Building Literacy Skills sponsored by Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays (RCADD) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER ONLINE AT | REGISTRO POR INTERNET: RCADD.EVENTBRITE.COM \nAll workshops will take place online using the Zoom platform. Registration for each month’s workshops will open two weeks prior to the start of the month. \nEntrenamientos serán virtualmente\, sobre la plataforma de Zoom. Registración para los talleres abrirá dos semanas antes del principio del mes que el taller está programado para. \nQuestions? Please reach out to us at rcaddwest@gmail.com. Preguntas? Escriba a rcaddwest@gmail.com \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/building-literacy-skills-sponsored-by-resource-center-for-autism-developmental-delays-rcadd-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T150000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210916T205514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T205514Z UID:15047-1632567600-1632582000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Natural Ties Kick-Off Community Event DESCRIPTION:Natural Ties is a brand new student organization at Loyola University Chicago’s Stritch School of Medicine located in Maywood IL \nGoal:  To provide a safe space for consistent socialization between Stritch’s medical students\, faculty\, staff\, and adult members of surrounding communities living with intellectual/developmental disabilities \nLocation:  Oak Park Jesuit Home \n404 S Clinton Oak Park IL 60302 \nFor more information:  email Natural Ties at  naturalties.ssom@gmail.com \n  \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/natural-ties-kick-off-community-event/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210803T145150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T145150Z UID:14679-1632830400-1632834000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Functional Behavioral Assessments & Behavior Intervention Plans - What to Know as a Caregiver or Educator sponsored by Family Matters PTIC DESCRIPTION:Our presenter: \nNel Daymon\, MS\, CCC-SLP Nel is a speech-language pathologist\, former Early Intervention Provider\, classroom teacher\, trainer\, behavioral support specialist\, and currently has her own company providing educational and behavioral consulting services to school districts\, families\, local\, state\, and national organizations. She is in the works to publish a Complete Manual for Behavioral Assessment and Intervention plus eventually a series of children’s books. Nel looks forward to your webinar participation! \nRegister at: \nFunctional Behavioral Assessments & Behavior Intervention Plans – What to Know as a Caregiver or Educator | Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (fmptic.org) \nJoin us for a valuable workshop making sense of FBA’s and BIP’s…Simple yet successful. During this training the presenter will walk you through a simple process for assessing behavior and productive planning\, plus resources galore!  After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/functional-behavioral-assessments-behavior-intervention-plans-what-to-know-as-a-caregiver-or-educator-sponsored-by-family-matters-ptic/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210928T150451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T150451Z UID:15184-1632938400-1632945600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:(Spanish) Su Derechos en Educación Especial: IDEA-IEP / 504 / TRANSICIÓN ESCOLAR después de los 14 años 1/2 patrocinado por FRCD DESCRIPTION:TRANSICIÓN Para INMIGRANTES Las Alternativas Dentro Y Fuera De La Escuela Después De Cumplir Los 18 Años De Toda Persona Con Discapacidad \n  \nRegister URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/spanish-su-derechos-en-educacion-especial-idea-iep-504-transicion-escolar-despues-de-los-14-anos-1-2-patrocinado-por-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210913T171126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T150229Z UID:15012-1632942000-1632945600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Transición: Información Que Necesita Saber (Español) Transition: Information You Need to Know (workshop in Spanish) sponsored by Family Matters PTIC DESCRIPTION:(Espanol) Presentadora del seminario web: Consuelo Puente \nDescripción:Únase a nosotros para un seminario web que proporcionará información en español sobre las nuevas leyes que afectan la edad en la que su hijo ya no es elegible para educación especial y cómo puede ayudar a su hijo adulto a tomar decisiones.  También conozca el impacto que COVID ha tenido en la transición. Traiga cualquier pregunta que pueda tener sobre la transición e intentaremos brindarle una respuesta. \n Registro:       https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9161631578031074830 \nBiografía de la presentadora:  Consuelo Puente es una abogada jubilada que ha trabajado muchos años con padres que tienen hijos que reciben servicios de educación especial.  La Sra. Puente continúa consultando con los padres sobre temas relacionados con la discapacidad\, incluido el Seguro Social y las alternativas a la tutela. La Sra. Puente dedica todo su trabajo a sus dos hijos adultos con autismo. \n  \n(English)  Webinar Presenter: Consuelo Puente \nDescription: Join us for a webinar that will provide information in Spanish about new laws that affect the age when your child is no longer eligible for Special Education and how you can help your adult child make decisions. Also learn about the impact COVID has had on Transition. Please bring any questions about Transition you may have and we will try to provide an answer. \nRegistration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9161631578031074830 \n Presenter Bio:  Consuelo Puente is a retired attorney that has worked many years with parents that have children receiving Special Education services. Ms. Puente continues to consult with parents on disability related issues\, including Social Security and alternatives to guardianship. Ms. Puente dedicates all her work to her two adult sons with Autism. \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/transicion-informacion-que-necesita-saber-espanol-transition-information-you-need-to-know-workshop-in-spanish-sponsored-by-family-matters-ptic/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210916T204717Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T205629Z UID:15046-1633001400-1633006800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:People with Disabilities: Bringing Diverse Skills to the Workforce DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, you will learn about incentives available to employers who hire people with disabilities. You will learn what the ADA says about the workplace and reasonable accommodations\, what programs Vocational Rehabilitation has to offer\, as well as hearing from representatives of companies who have successfully hired people with disabilities and the diverse skill sets that these employees bring to their workforce. \n  \nRegistration is required.  \nWebinar Registration – Zoom \nASL and CART are scheduled. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/people-with-disabilities-bringing-diverse-skills-to-the-workforce/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T203000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210909T202522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T202554Z UID:14996-1633028400-1633033800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:The Intersection of Autism and Gender Diversity DESCRIPTION:The IL Self-Advocacy Alliance is very excited to spend time with Yenn Purkis who will be joining us from Australia. Yenn is the co-author of the new book “The Autistic Trans Guide to Life.” Yenn is a very proud autistic non-binary person. They will be talking about their thoughts about gender diversity and autism with an understanding of PDA. They will give guidance to parents and professionals about supporting gender diverse children. \nYenn Purkis is an author\, public servant and passionate advocate for Autistic people and their families. Yenn is the author of ‘Finding a Different Kind of Normal: Misadventures with Asperger Syndrome’ – an autobiography\, ‘The Wonderful World of Work: A Workbook for Asperteens’- an activity book about employment for teens on the Autism spectrum\, Women on the Spectrum and the Awesome Autistic Go To Guide – a book for autistic teens and tweens. Yenn is co-author of ‘The Guide to Good Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum’ and ‘The Parents’ Practical Guide to Resilience for Children aged 2-10 on the Autism Spectrum.’ Yenn has also contributed to other books\, journals\, blogs and websites. Yenn has a diagnosis of autism and atypical schizophrenia. \nYenn has been working full-time for the Australian Public Service since 2007. In between writing and paid work\, Yenn frequently gives talks about living well with Autism and mental illness. Yenn gave a presentation on Autism and resilience at the TEDx Canberra conference in 2013. Yenn facilitates a support group for women and gender diverse folks on the Autism spectrum which has been running since 2011. \nZoom link will be sent as the webinar gets closer. \nTickets are $20.00   You can register at  The Intersection of Autism and Gender Diversity Tickets\, Thu\, Sep 30\, 2021 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite \nLearning and Advocacy Opportunities Email Listserv\nIllinois Self-Advocacy Alliance (The Alliance)\nP.O. Box 666\nPark Forest\, Illinois 60466\ninfo@selfadvocacyalliance.org\nwww.selfadvocacyalliance.org \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-intersection-of-autism-and-gender-diversity/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211002T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211002T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210928T150614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T150614Z UID:15185-1633168800-1633176000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Special Education Rights Webinar: Discipline and IDEA sponsored by FRCD DESCRIPTION:This training will focus on the discipline process for children receiving special education services and their rights in regards to in-school suspensions\, classroom removal\, and expulsion. \nRegister \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/special-education-rights-webinar-discipline-and-idea-sponsored-by-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T160000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210312T165942Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T132651Z UID:13418-1633424400-1633449600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Living with Autism 2021 Conference DESCRIPTION:The Arc of Illinois Living with Autism 2021 Conference will be presented in an online format! Join us October 5th virtually for 3 Keynote Speakers and 4 Breakout Sessions. \nClick here to register\, https://thearcofillinois.salsalabs.org/autism2021 \n  \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/living-with-autism-2021-conference/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T170000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210115T171520Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210115T171520Z UID:12875-1633507200-1633539600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Sharing a Vision Conference DESCRIPTION:Multiple Days \nOctober 6 – 8 2021 \nThis exceptional virtual conference is planned to meet the needs of early childhood professionals and families in the state and is coordinated by the Illinois Division for Early Childhood of the Council for Exceptional Children\, in collaboration with the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services \nMore information will be forthcoming as it gets closer to the date \n  \nRegistration \n \n  \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/sharing-a-vision-conference/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210902T201633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T201710Z UID:14954-1633528800-1633534200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Taking Action: Next Steps and Implementation to Keep Momentum DESCRIPTION:The new Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center (DETAC) will be hosting a three-part provider transformation series. This series is intended for Centers for Independent Living (CIL) and Councils on Developmental Disabilities (Councils) and other interested partners in how they can engage with and support the transformation of disability service providers to offer new\, integrated person-centered services such as (but not limited to) customized employment/discovery\, supported employment and financial capability into their programs for individuals with significant disabilities. Guest speakers from the field will share their experiences with transformation by outlining high-impact strategies\, evidence-based practices\, and real-life examples\, including lessons learned. \nPlease note: Space is limited\nRegistration closes at 11:59pm EST on Friday\, September 3rd.\nAPPLY NOW at: https://forms.gle/FtALz4nQa6CMZ7Gu5 URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/taking-action-next-steps-and-implementation-to-keep-momentum/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T153000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210920T162454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T162600Z UID:15066-1633530600-1633534200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Customized Employment for People with Disabilities sponsored by Jewish Children and Family Services DESCRIPTION:Join guest speakers Aliza Steinberg and Andrea Artis from Duman Opportunity Center to learn more about how and when to approach potential and/or new employers on Job enhancements or accommodations. Discussion will include how to advocate for yourself\, think creatively and to ensure you have all the tools for success! \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://jcfs.formstack.com/forms/customized_employment \nor 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.   For help with registration\, and for any accommodations\, please contact kathryndougherty@JCFS.org URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/customized-employment-for-people-with-disabilities-sponsored-by-jewish-children-and-family-services/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211008T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211008T110000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210927T155736Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210927T155736Z UID:15139-1633690800-1633690800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) sponsored by Connect to Community DESCRIPTION:Click here to register! Registration deadline is October 6th. \nAre you interested in working (or are you already working) and want to learn how employment affects your government benefits? Would you like information on how work incentives such as Impairment Related Work Expenses (IRWE)\, Health Benefits for Workers with Disabilities (HBWD)\, and the Student Earned Income Exclusion (SEIE) can help save you money? If so\, then this is the seminar for you! \nSpeaker: Ron Mulvaney\, WIPA Program Director\, Illinois Assistive Technology Program \nWork Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) is a federally funded program of the Social Security Administration (SSA) created to help individuals receiving SSI/SSDI make informed choices about being employed. The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) provides WIPA services to 67 counties in Illinois through a cooperative agreement with the SSA. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/work-incentives-planning-and-assistance-wipa-sponsored-by-connect-to-community/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211009T120000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210928T150747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T150747Z UID:15186-1633773600-1633780800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Behavior Intervention Plan: Special Education Rights Webinar sponsored by FRCD DESCRIPTION:Do you receive frequent phone calls from your child’s school regarding his/her behavior? Perhaps you noticed some behavior concerns during remote learning. \nThis training will discuss the components of the Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP)\, the purpose of the BIP\, and steps to acquire one for your child if appropriate. \nRegister URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/behavior-intervention-plan-special-education-rights-webinar-sponsored-by-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211012T130000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210107T151823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T201815Z UID:12746-1634040000-1634043600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:ILS Lunchtime Webinar - Legislative Update from the Arc of the United States DESCRIPTION:Join us for our October 12\, 2021 ILS Monthly Lunchtime Webinar – Legislative Update from The Arc of the United States. Learn about what’s happening in the world of disability services\, legislation\, and policy at the federal level! \nRegister in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zwDRDlvWT0eAsL0i3MkEFQ \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nOur presenter for this webinar is Nicole Jorwic\, Senior Director of Public Policy at The Arc!  The Arc is a national community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Prior to joining The Arc policy team Nicole served as Senior Policy Advisor for the state of Illinois. Prior to that appointment\, Nicole served as the CEO/President of the Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities where she continued the Institute’s mission to improve the lives of people with disabilities and assisted the leadership of the state of Illinois in developing public policy driven best practices in serving individuals with disabilities. \nNicole is also an accomplished special education attorney and an advocate for students with disabilities\, with a focus on transition-aged youth. Nicole received her JD and Child and Family Law Certificate\, from Loyola University Chicago. She received her BS from the University of Illinois. Nicole is also a sibling. Her brother Chris is 31 and has autism. \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-lunchtime-webinar-more-information-to-come-3/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211013T131500 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210524T180138Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T180138Z UID:14231-1634126400-1634130900@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:7 Considerations of Autism: ASD & IEP DESCRIPTION:REGISTER ONLINE AT | REGISTRO POR INTERNET: RCADD.EVENTBRITE.COM \nAll workshops will take place online using the Zoom platform. Registration for each month’s workshops will open two weeks prior to the start of the month. \nEntrenamientos serán virtualmente\, sobre la plataforma de Zoom. Registración para los talleres abrirá dos semanas antes del principio del mes que el taller está programado para. \nQuestions? Please reach out to us at rcaddwest@gmail.com. Preguntas? Escriba a rcaddwest@gmail.com \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/7-considerations-of-autism-asd-iep/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T190000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210106T174810Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T174810Z UID:12722-1634234400-1634238000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Virtual Know Your Options DESCRIPTION:Join us for a short introduction to the Medicaid Home and Community Based\nWaiver\, including developmental disability support/service options\, types of\nservice management\, and a review of core resources and support agencies. We\nwill review key steps that families need to take in order to be prepared to\nparticipate in planning. The presentations will be facilitated monthly by the Ligas\nFamily Advocate team. Any family or self- advocate who received a 2021 letter of\nEarly Notification from DHS regarding a likely PUNS selection in mid-2021 is\ninvited to participate virtually through Zoom. Each session will have a short\npresentation and 30-minute Q & A and discussion. Join one or sign into all of\nthem. \nClick here to register\, https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5mFCpOyWTQS7ck7eJiEF8g URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-virtual-know-your-options-10/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T200000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20211014T212023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T212023Z UID:15295-1634234400-1634241600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Six Principles of IDEA: Special Education Rights Webinar sponsored by FRCD DESCRIPTION:This training is an overview of IDEA (Individual with Disabilities Education Act) which is the law that protects the rights of children receiving special education services. Aspects covered: \n\nEvaluation process\nIndividualized Education Program (IEP)\,\nLeast Restrictive Environment (LRE)\,\n\nProcedural Safeguards. \nREGISTER URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/six-principles-of-idea-special-education-rights-webinar-sponsored-by-frcd-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211020T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211020T163000 DTSTAMP:20260406T162925 CREATED:20210920T185315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T185315Z UID:15068-1634727600-1634747400@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Taking the Call organized by the The Arc's National Center on Criminal Justice & Disability DESCRIPTION:Join the CSG Justice Center\, the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Justice Assistance\, and the University of Cincinnati for Taking The Call\, a two-day national conference exploring innovative community responder models—including a session on peer specialists/peer support related to co-responder models\, organized by The Arc’s National Center on Criminal Justice and Disability. \nTaking the Call will bring people together from across the U.S. to explore how jurisdictions are serving as laboratories for innovation to ensure that emergency calls receive the appropriate response. The conference will highlight the opportunities and challenges of these community responder models and discuss how the approach may improve community health\, lessen the burden on law enforcement\, and reduce unnecessary justice system contact. \nThe virtual conference is free and open to the public; pre-registration is required. The event live stream will also be accessible here and on Twitter\, Facebook\, and LinkedIn. Viewers can join the conversation by following #JusticeBriefingLive. \nRegister Now \nhttps://csgjusticecenter.org/taking-the-call/ URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/taking-the-call-organized-by-the-the-arcs-national-center-on-criminal-justice-disability/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR