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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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220809T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
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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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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:20260404T141711
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220812T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220816T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220816T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
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:20260404T141711
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:20260404T141711
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:20260404T141711
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:20260404T141711
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:20260404T141711
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:20260404T141711
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220830T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220830T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220824T204354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T204354Z
UID:18399-1661882400-1661886000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Back To School Virtual Chat
DESCRIPTION:Family Resource Center on Disabilities is hosting an informal Back To School Chat to discuss: \n\nBack to School Parent Concerns\nFirst school day experiences\nParent advocacy resources\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/back-to-school-virtual-chat/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220831T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220831T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220715T211254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220715T211254Z
UID:17862-1661936400-1661961600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family Matters - IEP Educational Surrogate Parent Training in Centralia
DESCRIPTION:Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center is seeking volunteers in all counties of the state to act as Educational Surrogate Parents at IEP meetings for students with disabilities who are children in the care of the state or who do not have a parent who can legally represent them at special education meetings. \n  \n\n\n\nInterested volunteers must complete a six-hour training. If you are interested but cannot attend any of the training options below\, call our office to be notified of future training events at other locations. \nYou must register for these trainings by calling our office: 866-436-7842\, x3516 \n\n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-matters-iep-educational-surrogate-parent-training-in-centralia/
LOCATION:Centralia Regional Library\, 515 E Broadway\, Centralia\, 62801
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220831T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220831T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220724T215607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T215607Z
UID:17990-1661940000-1661965200@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.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/educational-surrogate-parents-at-ieps-trainings-family-matters-3/
LOCATION:Centralia Regional Library\, 515 E Broadway\, Centralia\, 62801
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220901T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220315T162822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T203436Z
UID:16676-1662022800-1662045300@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family to Family Healthcare Conference
DESCRIPTION:Jay Bohn\, Medicaid Waiver Analyst for DHS-DDD\nJosephine Mueller\, Jack Myers\, Megan Forristall\, SSA\nMagale Avitia\, Immunizations Project Manager\, ICAAP\n Kruti Acharya\, Board Certified Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician\, Associate Professor and Director of UIC Leadership Education in Neurodevelopment (LEND)\nMolly Hofman\, DSCC Director of Care Coordination\nErica Stearns\, The Arc of IL Life Span Information Specialist\nCassidy Chambers\, Contracts and Data Manager\, School Health Programs\, IDPH\nSarah Myerscough-Mueller\, Interim Director\, DDD\n\nClick here to register\, https://thearcofillinois.salsalabs.org/healthcare2022 \nHealth Care 2022 Brochure
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-to-family-healthcare-conference/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220901T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220901T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220724T215835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T215835Z
UID:17991-1662022800-1662048000@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  \nCheck out the Flyer HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/educational-surrogate-parents-at-ieps-trainings-family-matters-4/
LOCATION:Cahokia Public Library\, 140 Cahokia Park Dr\, Cahokia\, IL\, 62206\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220909T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220831T194126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T194126Z
UID:18497-1662717600-1662724800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Rights Overview Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In Collaboration with RCADD\, FRCD presents: \nThis 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: \nEvaluation process\nIndividualized Education Program (IEP)\,\nLeast Restrictive Environment (LRE)\,\nProcedural Safeguards. \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/special-education-rights-overview-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220124T223153Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T223153Z
UID:16056-1662724800-1662728400@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-8/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220910T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220824T204959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T204959Z
UID:18400-1662804000-1662813000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:FRCD 2022 Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL) Training Program (total of 8 sessions)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent of a child with a disability or a community member interested in gaining a strong understanding of the special education system? The Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL) program is a free training series designed to help you navigate the special education process Illinois. \nFamily Resource Center on Disabilities is excited to announce that registration for the Fall PAL Training Cohort of 2022 is open. \nAll training will be virtual. The PAL is eight sessions long. Homework is required \nand must be completed prior to each session. Participants who complete all eight sessions will receive a Parent Advocacy Leadership Certificate of Completion. \nRequirements \n\nWilling to attend all eight sessions\nWilling to complete pre and post-survey\n\nTraining will cover: \nThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\, State Law (Part 226)\, The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)\, Section 504\, Advocacy\, and Current Special Education Issues. \nEach training session will be on Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm (excluding holidays) via Zoom Meeting. \nThe PAL Session Dates Include: \nSeptember 10th\, September 17th\, September 24th\, October 1st\, October 8th\, October 15th\, October 22nd\, October 29th. \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/frcd-2022-parent-advocacy-leadership-pal-training-program-total-of-8-sessions/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220913T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220516T164955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T185148Z
UID:17353-1663070400-1663074000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS Lunchtime Webinar: Easterseals (Central IL) A Focus on Specialized Pediatric Therapy and Other Resources
DESCRIPTION:The audience will learn:\n-History of ES of Central IL\n-Why this organization is needed and who they serve\n-Core Services\n-Early Intervention programming\n-Timberpointe Outfoor Centre:outdoor recreational camp\n-Easterseals Learning Academy: School for individuals with an ASD diagnosis\n-Ability Awareness Programing\nPresenter:   by Molly Hogeboom\, Community Engagement Manager \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_U_KUUX_pQRm9E60UsGlcOw \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/easter-seals-of-central-il/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220119T175740Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220119T175740Z
UID:15996-1663243200-1663246800@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_xOoWW2QWTK2ZVrGqkX24KQ
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-program-virtual-know-your-options-7/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220824T200047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T141522Z
UID:18392-1663268400-1663273800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Addressing Challenging Behavior: Legal Rights and Responsibilities - Strategies for Building a Behavioral Safety Net (Presented by Matt Cohen\, Special Needs Attorney) Spanish Translation Provided
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is intended for family members who have children with disabilities. No credit will be issued. The presentation will focus on various aspects of behavior assessment\, management and intervention\, and discipline\, with a focus on strategies to promote positive behavior and avoid punitive and often unproductive discipline. Spanish translation will be provided. \nPresenter(s): Matt Cohen \nRegister HERE\, please note that you must first set up an account with STAR NET in order to register. This will just take a few minutes. \nPresenter(s): Matt Cohen \nWebinar Date:  September 15\, 2022\nWebinar Log-In: 6:45 PM-  7:00 PM\nWebinar Session: 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nThis webinar is in collaboration with The Arc of Illinois and Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/addressing-challenging-behavior-legal-rights-and-responsibilities-strategies-for-building-a-behavioral-safety-net-presented-by-matt-cohen-special-needs-attorney/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220824T203501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220826T141504Z
UID:18396-1663268400-1663273800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Abordar el Comportamiento Desafiante: Derechos y Responsabilidades Legales: Estrategias para Construir una Red de Seguridad Conductua - Bienvenido a Matt Cohen\, Abogado de Necesidades Especiales
DESCRIPTION:Este seminario web está dirigido a miembros de la familia que tienen hijos con discapacidades. No se emitirá ningún crédito. La presentación se centrará en varios aspectos de la evaluación\, el manejo y la intervención del comportamiento y la disciplina\, con un enfoque en las estrategias para promover el comportamiento positivo y evitar la disciplina punitiva y\, a menudo\, improductiva. Se proporcionará traducción al español. \nRegístrese AQUÍ. \nPresentador(es): Matt Cohen \nFecha del seminario web: 15 de septiembre de 2022 \nInicio de sesión del seminario web: 6:45 p. m. a 7:00 p. m. \nSesión del seminario web: 7:00 p. m. a 8:30 p. m. \nEste seminario web es en colaboración con Arc of Illinois y Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/abordar-el-comportamiento-desafiante-derechos-y-responsabilidades-legales-estrategias-para-construir-una-red-de-seguridad-conductua-bienvenido-a-matt-cohen-abogado-de-necesidades-especiales/
LOCATION:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220831T194331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T194331Z
UID:18498-1663322400-1663329600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Process - FRCD Special Education Rights Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In Collaboration with RCADD: Navigating the IEP Process: Special Education Rights Webinar\n\n\nDo you have questions about your child’s IEP\, but don’t know how or when to ask them? Are you concerned about how your child’s IEP is being followed? Do you want to learn how to effectively prepare for your child’s IEP Meeting? \nThis webinar provides an overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and discusses the parent’s role as a member of the IEP team. The presentation will also focus on: \nIndividualized Education Program (IEP)\,\nLeast Restrictive Environment (LRE)\,\nProcedural Safeguards.\nPreparing for your child’s IEP meeting.\nWhat to do after the meeting. \n\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/navigating-the-iep-process-frcd-special-education-rights-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220516T165240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T185055Z
UID:17358-1663675200-1663678800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS (Bonus) Lunchtime Webinar: Easterseals - Social Enterprise\, featuring Harry's Buttons
DESCRIPTION:Presentation Goals: \n\nLearn about the benefits and challenges associated with running a social enterprise as a small program within a larger nonprofit agency.\nSee how jobs at Harry’s Buttons are customized to the skills of its employees\, maximizing the potential of its workforce.\nMeet some of the people employed at Harrys Buttons and see how the job “works” for them\n\nPresenter: \nJason Reis is the Employment Services Coordinator for Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford.  He leads a team that creates employment\, job training\, and volunteer opportunities for individuals with autism\, emotional disability\, developmental delay\, and intellectual disability.  He works with the 3 Easterseals Academies in the Chicago and Rockford areas\, and the Harrys Buttons social enterprise.  At the Academies\, Mr. Reis and his team address the lack of employment opportunities for adults with ASD by providing work experiences for students while they are still in school.  Harrys Buttons employs adults with disabilities who make buttons (aka pins)\, magnets\, t-shirts\, and more.  Over the past 2 years\, Mr. Reis has helped create and launch a training program that allows students to explore employment topics through the lens of Harrys Buttons\, giving students an opportunity to learn more about the hard and soft skills that are required to perform various jobs at the social enterprise \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4LABDjO7SrCiC6-GSG-BbA \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/easter-seals-serving-chicagoland-greater-rockford-featuring-social-enterprise-program-harry-buttons/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220920T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220824T205131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T205131Z
UID:18401-1663675200-1663678800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The 11 Building Blocks to a Student-Led IEP
DESCRIPTION:Independence and self-determination are treasured and important to each of us. As students enter transition and prepare for adulthood\, they should feel empowered to use their voice and work equally with the IEP Team to make decisions about their future. \nHere are some questions to ask yourself as you help your child prepare for their IEP Meeting:\nDoes your teen understand the components\, purpose\, and significance of their IEP?\nDoes your teen understand their disability\, their strengths\, and areas that need support.\nDo they feel they have the tools to be successful. \nJoin our guest presenter\, Annemarie Stone\, as she shares tips\, activities\, and strategies to help your teen lead their own IEP Meeting with confidence. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-11-building-blocks-to-a-student-led-iep/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220831T191005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T191042Z
UID:18495-1663747200-1663772400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Building Relationships and Creating Supportive Environments to Reduce Challenging Behavior
DESCRIPTION:Presented by STAR NET Region IV \nDuring this workshop (which is based on the Pyramid Model)\, participants will discuss the relationships between challenging behavior and social-emotional development while examining their own attitudes about challenging behavior; and describe the importance of building relationships between children\, families\, and colleagues. \nParticipants will also learn strategies that can be used to build positive relationships with children\, families\, and colleagues and be able to design effective preschool environments. They will learn the importance of consistent schedules and routines; structuring transitions; help children learn rules and routines with clear directions/expectations\, and plan activities that promote engagement. \nThis workshop will also provide an opportunity to look at how to use ongoing monitoring and positive attention to support children’s social behaviors. Discussions about the benefits for children with disabilities will be woven throughout the day. \nIn-person event at John A. Logan College\, Workforce Development Building – Room H127. \nPhone: 618-985-2828 \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/building-relationships-and-creating-supportive-environments-to-reduce-challenging-behavior/
LOCATION:John A. Logan College\, 700 Logan College Drive\, Carterville\, IL\, 62918
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220908T142613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T142613Z
UID:18589-1663761600-1663765200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:IL ABLE: A Tool to Help Build Financial Wellness for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience or IL ABLE accounts give people with disabilities greater financial independence while preserving federal benefits. IL ABLE is a savings and investment plan that makes it possible for people with disabilities and their families to save and invest their money for expenses related to living with a disability. IL ABLE accounts can help solve a long-time predicament that many people with disabilities face: how to build financial wellness without risking federal government benefits like SSI and Medicaid. \nDuring this webinar\, participants learn IL ABLE account basics and how an IL ABLE account can increase the financial independence of many individuals. Topics will include eligibility to own an IL ABLE account and who can open an account\, contribute to saving and spending with an IL ABLE account\, and the benefits of owning an IL ABLE account. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/il-able-a-tool-to-help-build-financial-wellness-for-people-with-disabilities/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220922T160000
DTSTAMP:20260404T141711
CREATED:20220724T220013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T220013Z
UID:17993-1663837200-1663862400@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. \nCheck out the flyer HERE!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/educational-surrogate-parents-at-ieps-trainings-family-matters-5/
LOCATION:Options CIL\, 22 Heritage Drive\, Bourbonnais\, IL\, 60914
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