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;VALUE=DATE:20211104 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20211106 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20210802T204422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210802T204422Z UID:14677-1635984000-1636156799@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:16th Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference\, East Peoria DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for the 16th Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference!  Our hybrid conference will have both in-person and virtual options available. Join us at the Embassy Suites East Peoria Hotel & Riverfront Conference Center on November 4 & 5 for the 16th Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference. You can find detailed information and register at:  Conference Information – 16th Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference (cvent.com)\n\n\n\n\n\n“Stepping Stones of Transition” invites participants to imagine the possibilities for students with disabilities in the areas of independent living\, education\, and training\, employment\, community integration\, health care\, and self-advocacy. It features 39 breakout sessions to discuss best practices in promoting effective\, person-centered transition planning that addresses all aspects of adult life for youth with disabilities.\n\n\n\n\n\nThe conference is aimed at transition-aged youth\, parents\, caretakers\, vocational professionals\, healthcare professionals\, educators\, college students pursuing careers in special education\, and community advocates. Participants will come away with valuable tools\, resources\, and contacts to put transition-aged youth with disabilities on the path to success and achieving their dreams.\n\n\nThe Illinois Statewide Transition Conference reaches an audience of almost 300:\n\n\n– Students with disabilities/special health care needs\, getting ready to complete high school\,\n\n\n– Parents looking for information and services to prepare their youth for adulthood\,\n\n\n– Healthcare professionals\, and\n\n\n– Educators\, employment professionals\, and social service staff who want more resources to help students. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/16th-annual-illinois-statewide-transition-conference-east-peoria/ LOCATION:Embassy Suites East Peoria IL\, IL\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211108T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211108T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211025T150617Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T150922Z UID:15349-1636394400-1636399800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Plan Your Path - PUNS & Beyond (3 Part Series) DESCRIPTION:Beginning to explore adult developmental disability supports in Illinois? Not sure where to start? In high school and thinking about the future? \nJoin the Ligas Family Advocate Team at the Arc of Illinois for a virtual three-part series. Registration required.\n*Open to all Illinois Families and Self-Advocates not currently receiving\ndevelopmental disability support services* \nNOVEMBER 8\, 2021\, 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. \nTHE BASICS: LANGUAGE\, ROLES\, AND FAMILY PREPARATION \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/WEBINAR/REGISTER/WN_ZBIC7FCATPCKTJT2OLEXNA URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/plan-your-path-puns-beyond-3-part-series/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211029T151645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T152458Z UID:15393-1636455600-1636459200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Structuring STEM Activities (Science) for Children with Autism sponsored by RCADD DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Angelica Davila \nWorkshop Description:  Learn how to develop file folder activities\, adapted books and use things they have at home and in the classroom to create science adaptive activities. \nThis training is open to all\, but primarily intended for parents\, caregivers\, and family members of an individual with autism. \nAccommodations: Closed captioning will be provided for all of our virtual trainings. If ASL interpretation is needed\, please let us know as soon as possible via the email address below. \nQuestions? Send us an email at rcaddwest@gmail.com URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/structuring-stem-activities-science-for-children-with-autism-sponsored-by-rcadd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20210107T151904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211102T214014Z UID:12747-1636459200-1636462800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:ILS Lunchtime Webinar - Let’s Learn About The Alliance and Self-Advocacy! DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Self-Advocacy Alliance\, Inc. (The Alliance) is a statewide network of self-advocates and self-advocacy groups who work together to make life better in our communities and work to make services better for people with disabilities in our state.  Presented by The Alliance\, we will explore the following: \n\nWhat Self-Advocacy is and why it matters\nThe pieces of the Self-Advocacy puzzle\nAdvocacy at school or an agency\, at home\, and in the community\nThe Alliance as a resource\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Jh7QqMTbQpOgPyZhEC__YA \n  \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-lunchtime-webinar-more-information-to-come-4/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211108T192251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T192308Z UID:15479-1636459200-1636462800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Evaluation: What Parents Should Know to Get Started sponsored by FRCD 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\n-Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE). \nREGISTER URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/evaluation-what-parents-should-know-to-get-started-sponsored-by-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211110T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211110T110000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211029T152027Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211029T152027Z UID:15394-1636538400-1636542000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Structuring STEM Activities (Math) for Children with Autism sponsored by RCADD DESCRIPTION:Presented by:  Laura Brown \nWorkshop Description: Learn effective strategies to teach children the foundations of math – numbers\, shapes\, sorting\, money – using things they have at home and in the classroom to create meaningful activities while increasing understanding \nThis training is open to all\, but primarily intended for parents\, caregivers\, and family members of an individual with autism. \nAccommodations: Closed captioning will be provided for all of our virtual trainings. If ASL interpretation is needed\, please let us know as soon as possible via the email address below. \nQuestions? Send us an email at rcaddwest@gmail.com. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/structuring-stem-activities-math-for-children-with-autism-sponsored-by-rcadd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211110T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211110T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20210106T174908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T174908Z UID:12723-1636545600-1636549200@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_M1dIeociQLi2txP1bAH8SQ URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-virtual-know-your-options-11/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211110T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211110T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211020T190937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211020T190937Z UID:15323-1636552800-1636563600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Assistive Technology (AT) and Home & Community-Based Services (HCBS) DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\nAT is a critical service among long term services and supports (LTSS) that give people with disabilities an alternative to institutional care. Medicaid HCBS waivers are one important resource that provides AT. This webinar will share an overview of HCBS waivers\, how the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) is giving states the opportunity to provide additional HCBS services and supports\, and how AT Act programs are involved with their state’s HCBS waivers and other LTSS.Learning Objectives \nAfter the webinar\, participants will: \n\nUnderstand the purpose and kinds of services that can be provided through HCBS waivers and the waiver process.\nBe aware of the types of activities states have included in their spending plans under the increase in dollars for HCBS provided through the ARPA.\nUnderstand the kinds of activities state AT programs can undertake to improve access to AT in their HCBS and related LTSS.\n\nFunded by ACL\, the AT3 Center provides training and technical assistance to support quality implementation of state AT programs. \nREGISTER URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/assistive-technology-at-and-home-community-based-services-hcbs/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211111T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211111T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211031T203353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211031T203353Z UID:15404-1636632000-1636635600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Program - Conoce tus Opciones! 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 ya!: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0o6_SXqCQrCba5AoAWwf_Q \nLuego de la inscripción\, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información para unirse al seminario web. \nSe require registracion usando el link arriba \nPreguntas? Contacta Ruth Aguilar: ruth@thearcofil.org; 815-464-1832 x1033 o Shirley Perez shirley@thearcofil.org; 815-464-1832 x1026 URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-program-conoce-tus-opciones/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211115T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211115T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211025T150832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T150832Z UID:15350-1636999200-1637004600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Plan Your Path - PUNS & Beyond (3 Part Series) DESCRIPTION:Beginning to explore adult developmental disability supports in Illinois? Not sure where to start? In high school and thinking about the future? \nJoin the Ligas Family Advocate Team at the Arc of Illinois for a virtual three-part series. Registration required.\n*Open to all Illinois Families and Self-Advocates not currently receiving\ndevelopmental disability support services* \nNOVEMBER 15\, 2021\, 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. \nPLANNING YOUR PATH AND KNOWING YOUR SERVICE AND SUPPORT OPTIONS \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/WEBINAR/REGISTER/WN_VR_MTYMSTJKQJDYKRK8AEW URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/plan-your-path-puns-beyond-3-part-series-2/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211116T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T143000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20210922T175136Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T175136Z UID:15105-1637055000-1637245800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Speak Up and Speak Out Summit DESCRIPTION:Speak Up and Speak Out Summit (SUSO)\nis a 3 day conference of speakers that will show people with disabilities that they have a voice\, they have choices in what they do with their life. We are committed to empowering persons with disabilities to reach their highest potential in education\, employment and community living. \n​SUSO 2021: Building a New World that includes Independence\, Belonging\, Inclusiveness and Respect URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/speak-up-and-speak-out-summit/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211116T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211116T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211108T191458Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T191503Z UID:15476-1637060400-1637064000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Recursos Disponibles para Padres de Niños con Necesidades Especiales patrocinado por Family Matters Taller en Español "Resources Available for Parents of Children with Special Needs" Workshop in Spanish sponsored by Family Matters DESCRIPTION:Únase a nosotros para un seminario web que proporcionará información en español sobre los recursos que están disponibles del ARC de Illinois y otras fuentes para niños con necesidades medicas y otras necesidades especiales.\nPara registarse: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4570679051604774156 \n  \nDescription: Join us for a webinar that will provide information in Spanish about resources that are available from the ARC of Illinois and other sources for children with medical or other special eeds. \nRegistration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4570679051604774156 URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/recursos-disponibles-para-padres-de-ninos-con-necesidades-especiales-patrocinado-por-family-matters-taller-en-espanol-resources-available-for-parents-of-children-with-spe/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211117T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211117T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20210111T184853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211116T195423Z UID:12804-1637150400-1637154000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Family to Family Health Information Center Webinar Series DESCRIPTION:Persons with Disabilities Medicaid Waiver – DRS Home Services \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zrf1Y6QGSlqTI3FgOtS8tQ URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-to-family-health-information-center-webinar-series-10/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211108T192426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T192426Z UID:15481-1637236800-1637240400@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Skills For Effective Parent Advocacy sponsored by FRCD DESCRIPTION:Are you tired of getting the run-around while wading through an alphabet soup of acronyms? Are you frustrated because you are unsure of how to help your child struggling in school? \nSkills for Effective Parent Advocacy will provide you with these important tools: \n\nGoing from frustration to empowerment;\nWho is an advocate and why become one?\n\nHow to effectively advocate for your child. \nREGISTER URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/skills-for-effective-parent-advocacy-sponsored-by-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211014T162009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T162009Z UID:15285-1637254800-1637262000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Navigating the Complex Service System: Where do We Start? sponsored by Ray Graham DESCRIPTION:Presenters:  Representatives from Clancy and Associates\, DRS\, and  Service Inc (ISC) \nLearn how to understand the State of IL Service Delivery System \nRegistation is required. \nContact Janki Patel at 630-620-2222   or via email at jankip@raygraham.org URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/navigating-the-complex-service-system-where-do-we-start-sponsored-by-ray-graham/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211021T175545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T175819Z UID:15329-1637260200-1637263800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Inclusive Education Family Series: Least Restrictive Environment and Inclusive Practices sponsored by Family Matters PTIC DESCRIPTION:The series includes topics that explore key ideas about inclusion in early childhood education for children ages birth through five years of age. Topics range from defining inclusion to understanding the benefits of inclusion. Each session will include a topic guide\, guest speakers\, and resources for attendees. \nREGISTER \nAmy Bain \nEarly CHOICES \n630-991-7505 \namy.bain@eclre.org URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/inclusive-education-family-series-least-restrictive-environment-and-inclusive-practices/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211108T192722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T192722Z UID:15482-1637260200-1637263800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Inclusive Education Family Series: Least Restrictive Environment and Inclusive Practices sponsored by Early Choices DESCRIPTION:The series includes topics that explore key ideas about inclusion in early childhood education for children ages birth through five years of age. Topics range from defining inclusion to understanding the benefits of inclusion. Each session will include a topic guide\, guest speakers\, and resources for attendees. \nAmy Bain     Early CHOICES \n630-991-7505     amy.bain@eclre.org \nREGISTER \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/inclusive-education-family-series-least-restrictive-environment-and-inclusive-practices-sponsored-by-early-choices/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211119T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211119T123000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211115T162112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211115T162112Z UID:15535-1637319600-1637325000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Strategies for teaching individuals with I/DD about healthy relationships and sexuality and the role that plays in the prevention of abuse - Sponsored by Connect to Community DESCRIPTION:The desire to love and be loved is universal\, but the myths and misconceptions surrounding people with intellectual and developmental disabilities often lead to rules and restrictions that make healthy relationships difficult to obtain. This seminar will explore tools and strategies for teaching individuals with I/DD about healthy relationships and sexuality and the role that this plays in the prevention of sexual abuse. \nPRESENTED BY SUSAN KAHAN\, UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT CHICAGO \nSusan Kahan is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Psychotherapist at the University of Illinois at Chicago with a focus on developmental disability and trauma. She provides individual and group therapy for children and adults on a broad range of mental health\, and developmental and behavioral concerns\, and provides consultation and training for trauma centers\, disability agencies\, professionals\, schools\, and families on disability-related topics including healthy sexuality and relationships\, sexual abuse prevention\, and trauma intervention. \nRegister by Wednesday\, November 17th. \nA Zoom link will be sent out a day before the event using the email address that you supply. If you do not receive the link\, please email us at ConnectToCommunityInc@gmail.com. \nRegister at :   Healthy Relationships and Sexuality Registration\, Fri\, Nov 19\, 2021 at 11:00 AM | Eventbrite URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/strategies-for-teaching-individuals-with-i-dd-about-healthy-relationships-and-sexuality-and-the-role-that-plays-in-the-prevention-of-abuse-sponsored-by-connect-to-community/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211119T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211119T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211117T195407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T195407Z UID:15567-1637344800-1637352000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Colocación Y Ambiente Menos Restrictivo (LRE) Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) Workshop in Spanish DESCRIPTION:Aprenderá lo que es una colocación educativa y cómo son algunas de las opciones\, educación inclusiva la definición del ambiente educativo general. \nInscribirse aqui:   Register URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/colocacion-y-ambiente-menos-restrictivo-lre-least-restrictive-environment-lre-workshop-in-spanish/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211122T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211122T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211108T193701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T193729Z UID:15483-1637589600-1637593200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Guardianship and What To Expect Going through the Process sponsored by Center for Disability and Elder Law & JCFS DESCRIPTION:Join speaker Attorney Cheryl Lipton from the Center for Disability and Elder Law as she explains what legal guardianship is and how to determine whether it is appropriate for the young adult’s individual circumstances. She will provide an explanation of the documents needed for filing and for the hearing in Cook County\, requirements for a Physician’s Report\, and other important information. An opportunity to ask questions about the process will be provided. \nThis event is free and open to the public. \nRegistration is required. To register please click on the link below : \nhttps://jcfs.formstack.com/forms/guardianship_what_to_expect \nor call Kathryn Dougherty at 773-765-3158 to register.    You 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 kathryndougherty@JCFS.org URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/guardianship-and-what-to-expect-going-through-the-process-sponsored-by-center-for-disability-and-elder-law-jcfs/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211122T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211122T193000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211025T151053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211025T151119Z UID:15351-1637604000-1637609400@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Plan Your Path - PUNS & Beyond (3 Part Series) DESCRIPTION:Beginning to explore adult developmental disability supports in Illinois? Not sure where to start? In high school and thinking about the future? \nJoin the Ligas Family Advocate Team at the Arc of Illinois for a virtual three-part series. Registration required.\n*Open to all Illinois Families and Self-Advocates not currently receiving\ndevelopmental disability support services* \nNOVEMBER 22\, 2021\, 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. \nCREATIVE PROBLEM SOLVING: EXPLORING HOW FAMILIES HAVE SUCCESSFULLY UTILIZED FUNDING \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/WEBINAR/REGISTER/WN_UNB6THOXSBINPTZJ-TOZJW URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/plan-your-path-puns-beyond-3-part-series-3/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211130T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211130T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211117T195550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211117T195550Z UID:15568-1638259200-1638291600@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)\,\nProcedural Safeguards.\n\n  \nREGISTER \n  \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/six-principles-of-idea-special-education-rights-webinar-sponsored-by-frcd-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211130T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211130T113000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211108T191855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211108T191855Z UID:15477-1638268200-1638271800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:30 Minute Message on Keeping Organized Records sponsored by Family Matters Inc. DESCRIPTION: \n\n\n\nJoin us to learn tips on organizing your child’s school records that will help you locate needed data when it is needed.\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nhttps://cts.vresp.com/c/?FamilyMattersPTIC/6522ccf37a/52af2aab32/def4653bc5 \n  \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/30-minute-message-on-keeping-organized-records-sponsored-by-family-matters-inc/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211201T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211129T185342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T185342Z UID:15607-1638381600-1638388800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:FBA/BIP Disciplina & IDEA en Espanol (Workshop in Spanish) sponsored by FRCD DESCRIPTION:aprenderá lo que es una evaluación de comportamiento\nfuncional (FBA – Functional Behavioral Assessment) y cómo se utiliza\ncomprenderá qué es un plan de intervención del comportamiento (BIP – Behavioral Intervention Plan) y qué debe incluir\naprenderá qué intervenciones de comportamientos son\n\npermisibles durante las instancias de peligro inminente para un estudiante u otros. \n  \nREGISTER URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/fba-bip-disciplina-idea-en-espanol-workshop-in-spanish-sponsored-by-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211203T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211203T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211129T185532Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211129T185532Z UID:15608-1638554400-1638561600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Abogacía Eficaz - Taller en Español (Workshop in Spanish) sponsored by 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 Siga las seis habilidades para la abogacía eficaz.\n\nRegister URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/abogacia-eficaz-taller-en-espanol-workshop-in-spanish-sponsored-by-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211204T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211204T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211014T214200Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T215630Z UID:15298-1638619200-1638622800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:The Dual Diagnosis of Down Syndrome & Autism Spectrum Disorder sponsored by UIC IDHD DESCRIPTION:Speaker:  Katie Frank PhD \nRegister at: \nhttps://uichicago.webex.com/uichicago/onstage/g.php?PRID=5429b06ad838db85d049a 511970416d7 URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-dual-diagnosis-of-down-syndrome-autism-spectrum-disorder-sponsored-by-uic-idhd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211206T114500 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211206T124500 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211101T215937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T215937Z UID:15412-1638791100-1638794700@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Program Know Your Options DESCRIPTION:Ligas Family Advocate Program \n2021 Virtual Know Your Options: Agency-Based PSW Programs \n  \nWe are excited to welcome representatives from UCP-Seguin to discuss Agency-based PSW programs and supports. Please plan to join us for this virtual event. Registration required. \n  \n  \nWhen: Dec 6\, 2021 11:45 AM Central Time (US and Canada) \nTopic: LFA Agency-Based PSW Programs with UCP Seguin \n  \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_29wqghj7SSGGNRYcOXzrMg \n  \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \n  \n  \n  \n  \nThe Arc of Illinois Ligas Family Advocate Program is generously funded by a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-program-know-your-options/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211207T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211207T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211201T192040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T192040Z UID:15623-1638882000-1638885600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Safely Connect During the Holidays sponsored by The Alliance DESCRIPTION:Speaker:  Self-advocate   Jen B. \nDuring the webinar\, you will: \n\nShare your holiday plans and what you are looking forward to\nHear ideas for celebrating the holidays without in-person contact with your faith community\, co-workers and friends\, and your family\nReview suggestions for COVID-19 precautions to put in place for any in-person celebrations\n\nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84811009012?pwd=cEJSd3FXZVRPYlFURGlWUzN6TlFxUT09 \n  \nMeeting ID: 848 1100 9012 \nPasscode: 216134 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,84811009012#\,\,\,\,*216134# US (Chicago) \n+13017158592\,\,84811009012#\,\,\,\,*216134# US (Washington DC) \n  \nDial by your location \n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \n+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \nMeeting ID: 848 1100 9012 \nPasscode: 216134 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/ky8MaOT9f \nPlease share with self-advocates\, allies and colleagues \nNOTE:  This webinar will be recorded and made available for viewing. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/safely-connect-during-the-holidays-sponsored-by-the-alliance/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20211206T161206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T161206Z UID:15642-1638950400-1638982800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:IICLE 5th Annual Special Needs Institute for Attorneys DESCRIPTION:ABOUT THE PROGRAM \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDynamic speakers and experienced practitioners examine crucial issues in special needs law. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe 5th Annual Special Needs Institute will assist attorneys representing individuals with special needs and their families by providing essential information about the ABLE Act and practice tips on topics such as special needs trusts\, government benefit and waiver programs\, and guardianships. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister at  IICLE 5th Annual Special Needs Institute for Attorneys URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/iicle-5th-annual-special-needs-institute-for-attorneys/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211208T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T234746 CREATED:20210111T184955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210720T213729Z UID:12805-1638964800-1638968400@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Family to Family Health Information Center Webinar Series DESCRIPTION:More information to come! URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-to-family-health-information-center-webinar-series-11/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR