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SUMMARY:ILS Webinar/Seminario en Espanol: Como Brindar Apoyo a Familiares con Necesidades Intellectuales y del Desarrollo que estan experimentando ansiedad en un mundo prolongado por el COVID.
DESCRIPTION:Este seminario web se enfoca en los efectos que vivir en un mundo de Covid ha provocado en las personas con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo y que pueden estar lidiando con la ansiedad. Además\, el seminario web también analizará cómo los cuidadores pueden apoyar mejor a los miembros de su familia mientras se cuidan a sí mismos. \nLa ansiedad es una de las condiciones de salud mental más prevalentes entre las personas con discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo. La pandemia de Covid 2019 ha puesto mucho estrés y restricciones en la vida de todos y esto ha tenido un efecto significativo en las personas con IDD. Si bien los clientes pueden haber estado lidiando con la ansiedad antes del estallido de la pandemia\, la pandemia ha exacerbado esos síntomas para las personas; y eso ha causado una gran cantidad de estrés\, no solo en ellos\, sino también en las personas que los cuidan. La pandemia todavía está ocurriendo en el presente\, mientras que las restricciones y las perdidas se han bajado un poco\, continúa cobrando un precio en la vida de los clientes y cuidadores. En este seminario web\, le mostraremos estrategias para apoyar mejor a su ser querido en el hogar\, al mismo tiempo que se toma un tiempo para cuidarse a sí mismo como cuidador. \nPresentado por la Srta. Sanjuana Meza. Ella actualmente trabaja en Clearbrook\, una agencia que apoya a personas con discapacidades intelectuales\, como Terapeuta de Salud Conductual Bilingüe (español/inglés) en una clínica de Rolling Meadows. Sanjuana obtuvo una Licenciatura en Psicología de la Universidad Panamericana de Texas\, y luego obtuvo una Maestría en Psicología Clínica Profesional\, Práctica de Consejería en la Universidad Roosevelt en Chicago. \nEnlace de inscripcion:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_G3ECKBG4QuKgtBlwRzN6Eg
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-webinar-seminario-en-espanol-como-brindar-apoyo-a-familiares-con-necesidades-intellectuales-y-del-desarrollo-que-estan-experimentando-ansiedad-en-un-mundo-prolongado-por-el-covid/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220621T152823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T152823Z
UID:17597-1656583200-1656585000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:30 Minute Message on: How to Work on Your Child's IEP Goals Over the Summer
DESCRIPTION:Join the Illinois Family & Matters Parent Training & Information Center for a free 30-minute virtual webinar on how to work on your child’s IEP goals over the summer. \n  \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/30-minute-message-on-how-to-work-on-your-childs-iep-goals-over-the-summer/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T141500
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220608T143356Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T143356Z
UID:17541-1656594000-1656598500@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Future Planning: It’s Possible and Necessary Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Planning for the future is important for all families. Thinking about the future can be challenging and emotional. However\, experience shows that people with disabilities make a better transition from the family home when a future plan is in place. A future plan can also provide peace of mind for caregivers of people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD). Learn from staff at The Arc of the United States on how to get these discussions started and the steps your family should take to create a future plan. \nWebinar Objectives :\n• Barriers that people and their families may face in planning for the future and how to overcome those challenges\n• Why it is critical for people with IDD and caregivers to have discussions about the future\n• The six core areas of what’s included in a future plan\n• Learn about free resources available from The Arc’s Center for Future Planning to facilitate these discussions \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/future-planning-its-possible-and-necessary-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220630T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220602T143323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220602T143323Z
UID:17482-1656597600-1656601200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Supporting People with Intellectual-Developmental Disabilities with How to Interact with Law Enforcement (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Services for People with Disabilities (SFPD) presents a free Community Education Workshop. \nThis is a training for people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and/or Intellectual-Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) and their families about how to interact successfully with law enforcement. The presentation will introduce the Wallet Card Project. The purpose of the Wallet Card is to assist an individual who may have difficulties communicating or expressing themselves in an emergency situation and to assist first responders in identifying an individual’s disability-related needs to help them better understand the circumstances. Join our guest speaker Deborah Dietz the Executive Director of Disability Independence Group as she presents on this important topic. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Continuing education credits are available for QIDP’s. *Session may be recorded \nRegistration is required. To register please click on the link: \nhttps://jcfs.formstack.com/forms/training_interact_law_enforcement \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/supporting-people-with-intellectual-developmental-disabilities-with-how-to-interact-with-law-enforcement-virtual/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220124T223124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T223124Z
UID:16054-1657281600-1657285200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Programa Ligas Family Advocate Talleres en Español: Conoce Tus Opciones!
DESCRIPTION:Para los individuos seleccionados de PUNS en el 2021\, sus familiares y defensores\, venga con nosotros! \nY aquellos que ya recibieron la carta de notificación temprana en Diciembre 2021 para la selección de 2022. \nEn estos talleres les presentaremos como preparar para su cita con la agencia coordinadora de servicios\, vamos a explorar los beneficios del programa y le conectaremos con recursos y mas! \n\nIntroducción a la Exención de Medicaid Del Hogar y la Comunidad\nCuales son los servicios y apoyos que le ofrece el programa\nLa preparación para este proceso\nRecursos\, planificación\, asesoría y educación por el Programa Ligas Family Advocate de Arc of Illinois\n\nREGISTRACION NECESARIA Con el enlace abajo se registra una vez y le daremos acceso a toda la serie de talleres. Todos los SEGUNDOS VIERNES de cada mes. \n  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4sLrrdA2SOqO2wxjf_hTgw \n  \nUnca vez que se registre\, le enviaremos el enlace para entrar al taller virtual por ZOOM
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/programa-ligas-family-advocate-talleres-en-espanol-conoce-tus-opciones-6/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220709T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220707T143219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220707T143219Z
UID:17747-1657360800-1657364400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the Transition Plan: Special Education Rights Webinar
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-Defining transition plans and its components\n-Understanding transition services\n-Tips for parents preparing their child for adulthood. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/navigating-the-transition-plan-special-education-rights-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220712T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220201T232753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220404T211847Z
UID:16152-1657627200-1657630800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS Lunchtime Webinar - Natural Ties
DESCRIPTION:Natural Ties is a student-run organization with the goal of providing a safe space for Stritch medical students\, faculty\, and staff to interact with adult members of the Maywood and surrounding communities living with intellectual and developmental disabilities. \nThe audience will learn:\nThe history of Natural Ties\nWho the members are and how to get involved\nFuture plans for the SSOM chapter and beyond \nPresented by Emily Carnes \nEmily is currently a third year medical student at Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. She is originally from Arlington Heights\, IL (Buffalo Grove High School)\, and attended Washington University in St. Louis where she received her Bachelor’s degree before matriculating into medical school at Stritch. She is passionate about serving the local community and working with folks with disabilities\, and she is the founder of Stritch’s chapter of Natural Ties. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_oMQShyEvRjigm0iL0ZDldA \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-lunchtime-webinar-natural-ties/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220712T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220707T143407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220707T143407Z
UID:17748-1657627200-1657630800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn Webinar: Evaluation: What Parents Should Know to Get Started
DESCRIPTION:Family Resource Center on Disabilities presents Lunch and Learn Webinar: Evaluation: What Parents Should Know to Get Started.  \nIs 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-The purposes of evaluations\,\n-How and when to request an evaluation\,\n-The parents’/guardians’ role in the evaluation process.\n-Your child’s rights under IDEA\,\n-Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE). \nRegister HERE!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/lunch-and-learn-webinar-evaluation-what-parents-should-know-to-get-started/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220712T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220712T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220712T140727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T140727Z
UID:17795-1657627200-1657630800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY: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\,\nIndependent Educational Evaluation (IEE).\n\nRegister HERE!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/lunch-and-learn-webinar-evaluation-what-parents-should-know-to-get-started-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220713T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220713T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220315T162642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T162642Z
UID:16674-1657713600-1657717200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family to Family Monthly Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Children’s Mental Health Partnership: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cS6sU92SRrSd7fsuvC1Xvg
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-to-family-monthly-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220511T212803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220511T212803Z
UID:17268-1657969200-1657976400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:SIBSHOPS Summer Picnic Lunch
DESCRIPTION:A GROUP FOR SIBLINGS OF CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AGES 8 – 12 YEARS OLD \n\n\n\n\nCome to the east side of Florey Park and enjoy a family-friendly outdoor Sibshop event. Meet other Sibshop families\, mingle play games and have a relaxing day out. The picnic will be held at Florey Park\, 3300 Campbell St. Rolling Meadows. You can either park on Campbell or you can pull into the back and park at Cardinal Drive Church of Christ\, 2300 Campbell. \nEvent will include: \n• Picnic lunch\n• Arts and Crafts\n• Family Picnic games • Therapy dog\n• Adult Sibling Speaker \nNote: The event will be held outside\, in case of inclement weather you will be contacted regarding cancellation. Please notify LJ of any dietary restrictions. \n\n\n\n\nProgram #: 6851 Date: July 16th Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Price: $10.00 per family. \n\n\n\n\nFor more information contact LJ Jevaney Generation One Facilitator at ljevaney@nwsra.org or 847/392-2848 ext. 246 \n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/sibshops-summer-picnic-lunch/
LOCATION:Florey Park\, 3300 Campbell St.\, Rolling Meadows\, IL\, 60008
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220719T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220719T191500
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220712T163224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T163224Z
UID:17802-1658255400-1658258100@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Program Know Your Options with Service\, Inc\, Region A
DESCRIPTION:The Arc of Illinois\nLigas Family Advocate Program\nKnow Your Options with Service\, Inc\, Region A \nJoin us to learn about key issues for PUNS selectees: \n\nIntro to LFAP Program & Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver\nPreparing for a PUNS selection\nUnderstanding your options and resources\nIndependent Service Coordination\nCreative Use of Funding\n\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Use links below. Attend one or both sessions – agenda will remain the same for both events. \nJuly 19\, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eZz-olRKQbaCPr7x7k2gGA \nJuly 26\, 12:00 – 1:15 p.m.: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_m3ZIg7fDQwWzvUoR_eNMQg \nContact:  Shirley@thearcofil.org or Shakari@thearcofil.org with questions or call 708-331-7370
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-program-know-your-options-with-service-inc-region-a/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220714T212733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T212733Z
UID:17851-1658311200-1658318400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Public Forum for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by the Statewide Independent Living Council of Illinois and the Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living. \nThis Public Forum is designed to provide a space for people with disabilities to discuss their needs for living independently in their community. \nASL Interpreters will be present.\nLite Refreshments will be served.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/public-forum-for-people-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:SICIL Office\, 101 W. 8th Street\, Metropolis\, IL\, 62960
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220714T203840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T203840Z
UID:17849-1658404800-1658406600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Disability Justice Mentoring Collective (DJMC) Information Session Hosted by Access Living
DESCRIPTION:Access Living’s award-winning youth mentoring program is called the Disability Justice Mentoring Collective (DJMC)\, and it connects young people who have disabilities with adult mentors. \nAre you or someone you know…\nA 6th-12th grader with a disability (IEP or 504 plan)\nIn Chicago Public Schools\nFrom the Austin\, East/West Garfield Park\, Englewood\, or Roseland area\nWanting the support of a mentor\nWilling to commit to a FUN mentoring program. \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/disability-justice-mentoring-collective-djmc-information-session-hosted-by-access-living/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220119T174946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220119T174946Z
UID:15994-1658404800-1658408400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Program Virtual Know Your Options
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe webinars focus on several core areas: \n\nIntroduction to the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver\nService and Support Options after an award of funding\nPreparation needed for upcoming PUNS selection\nResources to assist in planning\, including advocacy and education by the Ligas Family Advocate Program at the Arc of Illinois\n\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uD9F4p1gSHKxHC-iUF4F-Q
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-program-virtual-know-your-options-5/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220726T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220726T131500
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220712T163307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T163307Z
UID:17803-1658836800-1658841300@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Program Know Your Options with Service\, Inc\, Region A
DESCRIPTION:The Arc of Illinois\nLigas Family Advocate Program\nKnow Your Options with Service\, Inc\, Region A \nJoin us to learn about key issues for PUNS selectees: \n\nIntro to LFAP Program & Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver\nPreparing for a PUNS selection\nUnderstanding your options and resources\nIndependent Service Coordination\nCreative Use of Funding\n\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Use links below. Attend one or both sessions – agenda will remain the same for both events. \nJuly 19\, 6:30 – 7:15 p.m.: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eZz-olRKQbaCPr7x7k2gGA \nJuly 26\, 12:00 – 1:15 p.m.: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_m3ZIg7fDQwWzvUoR_eNMQg \nContact:  Shirley@thearcofil.org or Shakari@thearcofil.org with questions or call 708-331-7370
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-program-know-your-options-with-service-inc-region-a-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220727T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220727T133000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220712T165744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220718T141958Z
UID:17806-1658923200-1658928600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Program Special Topic Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Ligas Family Advocate ProgramSpecial Topics:   Home-Based Support Back-up Planning \n\nDerek Hedges\, IL Division of Developmental Disabilities \nTasha Whiteside\, IL Program Director\, ACES$\nMike Vespa\, IL Division of Developmental Disabilities \n\nDate: July 27\, 12 – 1: 30 p.m. \n Program Agenda: \n\nWavier Renewal updates\nWhat is required in a Home-based Back-up plan?\nKey considerations in planning\nResources and Assistance\nQ & A with the IL Division of Developmental Disabilities\n\n  \nRegistration Required: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lFKvE4ImRGiQYPsAQ7McDA \n  \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \n  \nThe 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-special-topic-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220729T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220724T215235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T215235Z
UID:17985-1659085200-1659110400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Educational Surrogate Parents at IEPs Trainings - Family Matters
DESCRIPTION:Family Matters is seeking volunteers in all counties\nof the state to act as Educational Surrogate Parents\nat IEP meetings for students with disabilities who\nare children in care of the state or who do not have a\nparent who can legally represent them at special\neducation meetings. \nInterested volunteers must complete a six-hour training. If you are interested but\ncannot attend any of the training options below\, call Family Matters’ office to be notified of\nfuture training events at other locations. \nYou must register for these trainings by calling their office: 866-436-7842\, x3516ESP Training Flyer July and Aug Sep 2022
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/educational-surrogate-parents-at-ieps-trainings-family-matters/
LOCATION:C E Brehm Memorial Public Library\, 101 S. 7th Street\, Mt. Vernon\, IL\, 62864
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T103000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220722T215413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220722T215413Z
UID:17979-1660039200-1660041000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:30 Minute Message on: Special Education Terms
DESCRIPTION:Join the Illinois Family & Matters Parent Training & Information Center for a free 30-minute virtual webinar on Special Education Terms. \nRegister HERE.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/30-minute-message-on-special-education-terms/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220201T232904Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T175635Z
UID:16153-1660046400-1660050000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS Lunchtime Webinar:   Supported Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about a new alternative to guardianship in Illinois\, Supported Decision-Making. \nPresenters:  Teresa Parks\, Krescene Beck\, and Adam Wiser \nAdam Wiser is the Project Director for the Illinois Self-Advocacy Alliance\, Inc. (The Alliance). He also serves on the Young Professional Board and is a member of the Advocacy Awareness club at Center for Independent Futures in Evanston IL. He lives independently in his own apartment with roommates. \nKrescene Beck has a lifetime of experience supporting people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.  Krescene has spent the past ten years working on statewide grants focused on self-advocacy and on building collaborations to better respond to people with disabilities who experience violence. She is part of the Illinois Self-Advocacy Alliance as well as a Co-Director with Blue Tower Solutions\, Inc.   \nTeresa Parks\, MSW\, NCG is the Deputy Director of the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission as well as Director of the Commission’s Human Rights Authority.  Currently\, Ms Parks serves on the board and education committee of the Illinois Guardianship Association\, is an appointed member of the Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities and is a trustee for the Center for Guardianship Certification.  Parks is the parent of two adult children\, including a son with disabilities. \n1 Participants will receive an overview of the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission.\n2. Participants will learn about the legislative background of the Supported Decision-Making Act.\n3. Participants will learn about the key components of the Supported Decision-Making Act\, including Supporter Duties\, Supporter     Prohibitions\, and the Supported Decision-Making Agreement.\n4. Participants will learn about examples of Supported Decision-Making at work.\n5. Participants will hear from a Self-Advocate’s Perspective on Supported Decision-Making.\n6. Participants will learn about Supported Decision-Making Resources. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bfuwRVGdSCaEyzp8n8LcsA
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-lunchtime-webinar-supported-decision-making/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220809T204014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T204140Z
UID:18169-1660066200-1660071600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:IL Life Span -  Programación en Español
DESCRIPTION:Presentadora:  Linda Sandman \nSe ofrecerá más detalles en el futuro \n  \nInscríbase con este enlace: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NCgdc8VLRd-kOaCggnlkAw \nLuego de la inscripción\, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información para unirse al seminario web. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/il-life-span-programacion-en-espanol/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220724T215432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T215432Z
UID:17988-1660294800-1660320000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Educational Surrogate Parents at IEPs Trainings - Family Matters
DESCRIPTION:Family Matters is seeking volunteers in all counties\nof the state to act as Educational Surrogate Parents\nat IEP meetings for students with disabilities who\nare children in care of the state or who do not have a\nparent who can legally represent them at special\neducation meetings. \nInterested volunteers must complete a six-hour training. If you are interested but\ncannot attend any of the training options below\, call Family Matters’ office to be notified of\nfuture training events at other locations. \nYou must register for these trainings by calling their office: 866-436-7842\, x3516. \n  \nSee Flyer HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/educational-surrogate-parents-at-ieps-trainings-family-matters-2/
LOCATION:Carbondale Chamber\, 131 South Illinois Ave\, Carbondale\, IL\, 62901\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220124T223138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T223138Z
UID:16055-1660305600-1660309200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Programa Ligas Family Advocate Talleres en Español: Conoce Tus Opciones!
DESCRIPTION:Para los individuos seleccionados de PUNS en el 2021\, sus familiares y defensores\, venga con nosotros! \nY aquellos que ya recibieron la carta de notificación temprana en Diciembre 2021 para la selección de 2022. \nEn estos talleres les presentaremos como preparar para su cita con la agencia coordinadora de servicios\, vamos a explorar los beneficios del programa y le conectaremos con recursos y mas! \n\nIntroducción a la Exención de Medicaid Del Hogar y la Comunidad\nCuales son los servicios y apoyos que le ofrece el programa\nLa preparación para este proceso\nRecursos\, planificación\, asesoría y educación por el Programa Ligas Family Advocate de Arc of Illinois\n\nREGISTRACION NECESARIA Con el enlace abajo se registra una vez y le daremos acceso a toda la serie de talleres. Todos los SEGUNDOS VIERNES de cada mes. \n  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4sLrrdA2SOqO2wxjf_hTgw \n  \nUnca vez que se registre\, le enviaremos el enlace para entrar al taller virtual por ZOOM
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/programa-ligas-family-advocate-talleres-en-espanol-conoce-tus-opciones-7/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220816T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220816T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220203T154615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T193547Z
UID:16174-1660651200-1660654800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS Webinar Programación en Español  -  Toma de Decisiones Apoyada para Personas con Discapacidades del Desarrollo
DESCRIPTION:Objetivos de aprendizaje para este seminario son: \n\nConocer la nueva alternativa al proceso legal formal de Tutela.\nConocer los papeles y responsabilidades de esta alternativa a la tutela.\n\nPresentadora:  La Sra. Consuelo Puente es una abogada jubilada que actualmente trabaja con Family Matters como Entrenadora Multicultural.  La Sra. Puente fue una defensora durante muchos anos de las personas con discapacidades y sus familias.  Su posición actual le permite enfocar su entusiasmo y energía en apoyar a las familias a través de talleres de capacitación en español sobre Educación Especial.  Consuelo disfruta de la interacción de brindar capacitaciones a audiencias diversas y esta comprometida a ser una aprendiz de por vida y compartir su conocimiento. \nSra. Puente comenzó su viaje en la educación especial cuando sus dos hijos ahora adultos fueron identificados con autismo cuando estaban en preescolar. \nInscríbase con este enlace: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zHxMgm_jQh2ucwSQUetjYA
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-webinar-en-espanol-toma-de-decisiones-apoyada/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220817T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220817T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220315T162722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220315T162722Z
UID:16675-1660737600-1660741200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family to Family Monthly Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Family Forum -Four Families with Children with Disabilities \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MEYakSNWQLC61-hVK0vdtA
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-to-family-monthly-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220119T175056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220119T175056Z
UID:15995-1660824000-1660827600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Program Virtual Know Your Options
DESCRIPTION: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. \nThe webinars focus on several core areas: \n\nIntroduction to the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver\nService and Support Options after an award of funding\nPreparation needed for upcoming PUNS selection\nResources to assist in planning\, including advocacy and education by the Ligas Family Advocate Program at the Arc of Illinois\n\nREGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_TKcUCDV9SySp1XB4OGtfrA
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-program-virtual-know-your-options-6/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220822T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220822T123000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220701T172840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T164925Z
UID:17708-1661158800-1661171400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Planning for the Future Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, August 22\, 2022 – 9:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. \n 9:00 – 11:00 am – “Special Needs Estate & Future Planning” presented by Brian Rubin & Benjamin Rubin \n11:00 – 11:15 am – Break \n 11:15 am – 12:30 pm – “PUNS/Home Based Services” presented by Shirley Perez \n  \nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/planning-for-the-future-webinar-series/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220823T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220823T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220819T194214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T194214Z
UID:18342-1661248800-1661252400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Laws: An Overview for Parents\, Guardians and Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Free Community Education Workshop – presented by Services for People with Disabilities (SFPD) \nOur presenters Attorneys Tracy Hartlieb and Cera Horste will provide a primer for parents and others who care for and work with students with disabilities to better understand the rights provided in order to advocate for their children. Parents will learn how to advocate whenever the need arises\, whether at an annual IEP meeting\, after receiving an IEP progress report or when their child is beginning school or nearing the end of their educational experience. We will provide practical tips\, answer questions and offer suggestions that can be helpful to you and your children and those you serve as they move through their educational career. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Continuing education credits are available for QIDP’s. *Session may be recorded* \n  \nRegistration is required. To register please click on the link: \nhttps://jcfs.formstack.com/forms/special_education_laws \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. \n\nFor help with registration\, and for any accommodations\, please contactkathryndougherty@JCFS.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/special-education-laws-an-overview-for-parents-guardians-and-professionals/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220825T190000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220818T144519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220818T144624Z
UID:18315-1661450400-1661454000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Presentación virtual: Evaluacion Genetica para Individuos con Autismo – Lo Que Las Familias Deben Saber
DESCRIPTION:Únase al equipo de SPARK en el Centro Médico de la Universidad Rush\, con el Dr. Cesar Ochoa\, Pediatra del Desarrollo y el Comportamiento. Esta presentación incluirá: \n• Una descripción general de las condiciones médicas\, conductales\, y psiquiátricas que coexisten \n• Entender cómo la genética puede afectar el autismo \n• Aprenda más sobre SPARK y formas de participar para aprender más sobre el autismo de su hijo \nConéctese con nuestro equipo en SPARK@rush.edu o participe en SPARK hoy en www.sparkforautism.org/rush \nGRATIS; HAGA CLICK EN ESTE LINK PARA REGISTRARSE: https://bit.ly/3bveJBR \n  \n¿PREGUNTAS? INFORMACIÓN DE CONTACTO: Kathleen Flores\, 312.805.3107\, SPARK@Rush.edu
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/evaluacion-genetica-para-individuos-con-autismo-lo-que-las-familias-deben-saber/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220829T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220829T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T180118
CREATED:20220812T143541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220812T143541Z
UID:18196-1661767200-1661774400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Mobile Food Distribution - Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living
DESCRIPTION:Mobile Market coming to Harrisburg\, IL. \nSponsored by Illinois Children’s Healthcare Foundation and Tri-State Food Bank.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/mobile-food-distribution-southern-illinois-center-for-independent-living/
LOCATION:Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living (Harrisburg)\, 32 Veterans Drive\, Harrisburg\, IL\, 62946
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