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SUMMARY:Planning for the Future Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Monday\, November 14\, 2022 – 1:00  – 4:30 p.m. \n1:00 – 3:00 am – “Special Needs Estate & Future Planning”                                                presented by Brian Rubin & Benjamin Rubin \n3:00 – 3:15 am – Break \n 3:15 – 4:30 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-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T120000
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DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220809T151448Z
UID:16178-1668513600-1668517200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS Lunchtime Webinar - 708/377 Boards: Community funding that supports Persons with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:There are sixty-six (66) community mental health boards in the State of IL.   Learn how these local sources of funding support individuals with disabilities.   Invited presenters:  Ms. Lynn Canfield\, Executive Director\, Champaign County Mental Health (708) and Developmental Disabilities (377) Board\, Mr. Allen Doederlein\, Executive Director\, Berwyn Township Community Mental Health (708) Board and Mr. Ron Melka\, Executive Director Lyons Township Mental Health Commission (708) and President of Association of Mental Health Board Authorities in IL (ACMHAI). \n\n\nRegister in advance for this webinar:\n\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aFA_OGJ_S9OwMXhS6k0qzQ \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-lunchtime-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221115T173000
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UID:19351-1668533400-1668537000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Taller Seminario en Espanol:  La Pubertad: cómo apoyar la relaciones saludables
DESCRIPTION:La Pubertad: cómo apoyar la relaciones saludables \nEste taller presentará formas de apoyar a su hijo a través de los cambios sociales y emocionales provocados por la pubertad. Se presentarán estrategias para enseñar habilidades de modestia y privacidad\, así como formas de apoyar relaciones saludables de su ser querido. \nPresentadora: Linda Sandman\, MSW\, LCSW\nLa Sra Sandman tiene 35 años de experiencia clínica trabajando con adultos con discapacidades\, incluida la salud mental\, las discapacidades intelectuales y del desarrollo (ID / DD). Tiene una amplia experiencia como educadora y consultora con agencias y organizaciones que trabajan con personas con discapacidades. El acceso a la educación sexual para las personas con discapacidades ha sido el enfoque principal del trabajo de Linda durante los últimos 15 años. Linda es bilingüe (español / inglés) y bicultural y es Co-Directora con Blue Tower Solutions\, Inc.\, una organización privada sin fines de lucro\, creada en 2016.\nInscríbase en la fecha y horario que más le convengan: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0CItLB4mSz-x1NkNV1W25g \nLuego de la inscripción\, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información para unirse al seminario web. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/taller-seminario-en-espanol-la-pubertad-como-apoyar-la-relaciones-saludables/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221101T175443Z
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UID:19185-1668621600-1668625200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Positive Behavior Intervention and IDEA
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Family Matter Parent Training & Information Center \nLearn positive ways to approach behavioral issues. \n  \nRegister HERE: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_6QQgG2cQQ4CDOPHyylEEFA
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/positive-behavior-intervention-and-idea/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221117T190213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T190213Z
UID:19396-1668677400-1668697200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Camp Courageous Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:The Annual Camp Courageous Holiday Parties are quickly approaching!! \nOn Thursday November 17th at 9:30-12:00 OR 1:30 -3:00 PM  attend a holiday party with camp courageous staff\, Santa and his elves! There will be camp activities\, music\, friends\, and fellowship at the annual Camp Courageous Holiday Parties. \nHoliday refreshments\, including hot chocolate\, will be served and everyone gets a meet and greet with Santa! Your group may bring a sack lunch and eat in the main lodge prior to departure. \n All facilities/groups must RSVP for the Adult Holiday Parties. Please have your preferred time and number of clients and staff when your submit your RSVP. \nTo RSVP\, please go to:  https://campcourageous.org/camper-events/ \nWe hope to see you there! If you have any questions\, please let me know. Please feel free to share with anyone you think would like to attend!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/camp-courageous-holiday-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20220119T180132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220119T180132Z
UID:15999-1668686400-1668690000@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_iKTcH-9PQE2KUfo_pkUyCA
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-program-virtual-know-your-options-9/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221110T224357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T224357Z
UID:19317-1668852000-1668859200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Process - FRCD Special Education Rights Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Do 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?\n\n\n\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\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/navigating-the-iep-process-frcd-special-education-rights-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221006T140113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T140113Z
UID:18926-1668880800-1668888000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:El programa Liderazgo de la defensa de los padres
DESCRIPTION:PAL 2022 FRCD Family matters \n¿Es usted padre o madre de un niño con discapacidad o un miembro de la comunidad interesado en adquirir un sólido conocimiento del sistema deeducación especial? El programa Liderazgo de la defensa de los padres (PAL\, por su sigla en inglés) es una serie de capacitaciones gratuitas creadas para ayudar a navegar por el\nproceso de educación especial de Illinois. \n\nEl Family Resource Center on Disabilities en colaboración con Family Matters se complace en anunciar la inscripción para el grupo de capacitación en español de PAL.\nToda la capacitación será virtual. El PAL  consta de ocho sesiones.\nLos participantes que cursen las ocho sesiones recibirán un certificado de finalización del Parent Advocacy Leadership.\n\nCada sesión de capacitación será el sábado de de 6:00 pm a 8:00 pm   (a excepción de los días festivos) a través de Zoom Meeting.\nLas fechas de las sesiones PAL incluyen:\n15 de Octubre\, 22 de Octubre\, 29 de Octubre\,\n5 de Noviembre\, 12 de Noviembre\, 19 de Noviembre\,\n3 de Deciembre\, 10 de Deciembre.\n\nPara obtener más información\,\ncomuníquese con Maria Castillo al\nmaria.castillo@frcd.org o llame al (312) 375-8136.\nEl cupo es limitado.\n\nRegistrarse aqui:\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfziDvlg6dqNQT6V-5IqcKZ8yyBEsL7PHVf5cvOvlnhco0JIw/viewform
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/el-programa-liderazgo-de-la-defensa-de-los-padres-6/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221020T143646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221020T143646Z
UID:19067-1669719600-1669723200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:S.O.S. - Support Our Siblings
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center \nJoin to learn how to better understand “why” and “how” to offer ongoing support to siblings. \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/s-o-s-support-our-siblings/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20220908T143101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220908T143101Z
UID:18592-1669809600-1669813200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Envision Illinois: Uniting Disability and Domestic Violence Services to Achieve Safety\, Justice and Healing
DESCRIPTION:Domestic Violence takes place within relationships\, yet it often goes unrecognized and hidden from view. Envision Illinois is a collaborative\nproject that brings together self-advocates\, domestic violence and disability organizations across Illinois to transform services for people with disabilities and Deaf people who have experienced domestic violence in ways that support safety\, justice and healing. Join us and learn how you can be part of the solution! \nSpeaker Bios:\nMegan Norlin is currently serving as the Project Assistant for the PA\nRecruitment and Training Program at the Illinois Network of Centers for\nIndependent Living. Megan is a self-advocate who has worked with people\nwith disabilities for over 12 years. She is constantly on the lookout for new\nopportunities to help bring the disability community together\, and believes\nthat no opportunity to empower people is too small. \nLinda Sandman is a licensed clinical social worker in Illinois and a Co-\nDirector with Blue Tower Solutions. Linda brings over 35 years’ experience\nworking with people with disabilities and is a member of the Envision Illinois\nstatewide team. In addition\, Linda is bilingual (Spanish/English) and\nbicultural. Working across cultures and identities has been a hallmark\nthroughout her career. She has a deep commitment to anti-violence work\nand believes that working together and uniting expertise across individuals\nand organizations is key to making needed change a reality. \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/envision-illinois-uniting-disability-and-domestic-violence-services-to-achieve-safety-justice-and-healing/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221101T175214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221101T175214Z
UID:19183-1669816800-1669820400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ABLE Accounts: Benefits of Having One and How They Work (presented by JCFS Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:ABLE accounts can offer individuals with disabilities a path toward greater financial independence by providing an ability to plan\, save\, and spend money on services\, products\, and education while preserving their benefits (eg: Medicaid\, SSI\, SSDI). \nJoin us as presenter Rosemary Laudani from the Illinois State Treasurer’s Office answers these and many other questions: \n\nWho is eligible to own an Illinois ABLE account?\nWill I lose SSI\, SSDI or Medicaid if I have an Illinois ABLE account?\nWhat do I need to know about owning and contributing to an Illinois ABLE account?\nCan I work if I have an ABLE account?\n\nRegister HERE: \nhttps://jcfs.formstack.com/forms/able_accounts
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/able-accounts-benefits-of-having-one-and-how-they-work-presented-by-jcfs-chicago/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221203T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221203T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221122T163850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T163850Z
UID:19433-1670063400-1670070600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ASCI Santa Meet & Greet
DESCRIPTION:Meet and Greet with Santa – Hosted by Autism Support of Central Illinois \nLocated at Hope Pavillion \nASCI has two options available this year for the Santa event: \n1) Drive-thru style\, similar to the past two years\, from 10:30 – 11:00 \n2) Inside Hope Pavillion with crafts\, a letter-writing station\, and pictures with Santa from 11:00 – 12:30 \nPlease register for which option you will be participating in so we can plan accordingly.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/asci-santa-meet-greet/
LOCATION:Hope Pavillion\, 5220 South 6th Street\, Springfield\, IL\, 62703
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221203T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221203T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221006T140136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T140136Z
UID:18927-1670090400-1670097600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:El programa Liderazgo de la defensa de los padres
DESCRIPTION:PAL 2022 FRCD Family matters \n¿Es usted padre o madre de un niño con discapacidad o un miembro de la comunidad interesado en adquirir un sólido conocimiento del sistema deeducación especial? El programa Liderazgo de la defensa de los padres (PAL\, por su sigla en inglés) es una serie de capacitaciones gratuitas creadas para ayudar a navegar por el\nproceso de educación especial de Illinois. \n\nEl Family Resource Center on Disabilities en colaboración con Family Matters se complace en anunciar la inscripción para el grupo de capacitación en español de PAL.\nToda la capacitación será virtual. El PAL  consta de ocho sesiones.\nLos participantes que cursen las ocho sesiones recibirán un certificado de finalización del Parent Advocacy Leadership.\n\nCada sesión de capacitación será el sábado de de 6:00 pm a 8:00 pm   (a excepción de los días festivos) a través de Zoom Meeting.\nLas fechas de las sesiones PAL incluyen:\n15 de Octubre\, 22 de Octubre\, 29 de Octubre\,\n5 de Noviembre\, 12 de Noviembre\, 19 de Noviembre\,\n3 de Deciembre\, 10 de Deciembre.\n\nPara obtener más información\,\ncomuníquese con Maria Castillo al\nmaria.castillo@frcd.org o llame al (312) 375-8136.\nEl cupo es limitado.\n\nRegistrarse aqui:\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfziDvlg6dqNQT6V-5IqcKZ8yyBEsL7PHVf5cvOvlnhco0JIw/viewform
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/el-programa-liderazgo-de-la-defensa-de-los-padres-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221128T211632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T211632Z
UID:19457-1670414400-1670418000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family to Family Monthly Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Educational Surrogate Parent Training – Make a difference in the life of a child with a disability! \nConsuelo Puente\, Multicultural Trainer\, Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center will discuss: \n\nWho needs an Educational Surrogate Parent\nRole of Educational Surrogate Parent\nWhat you need to do if interested in becoming an Educational Surrogate Parent\n\nRegister in advance for this webinar:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kLbjC5jvRIGJBsZ6N0iSlQ \nPlease contact Mary Dixon: mary@thearcofil.org; 815-464-1832 x1017 with questions. English Captioning in real time and auto-captioning in Spanish will be offered. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-to-family-monthly-webinar-5/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20220124T223232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220124T223232Z
UID:16059-1670587200-1670590800@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-11/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221210T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221122T163342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221122T163342Z
UID:19432-1670666400-1670670000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Skills For Effective Parent Advocacy:  Special Education Rights Webinar
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?\nHow to effectively advocate for your child.\n\nLearn more and register HERE!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/skills-for-effective-parent-advocacy-special-education-rights-webinar-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221210T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221210T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221006T140156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221006T140156Z
UID:18928-1670695200-1670702400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:El programa Liderazgo de la defensa de los padres
DESCRIPTION:PAL 2022 FRCD Family matters \n¿Es usted padre o madre de un niño con discapacidad o un miembro de la comunidad interesado en adquirir un sólido conocimiento del sistema deeducación especial? El programa Liderazgo de la defensa de los padres (PAL\, por su sigla en inglés) es una serie de capacitaciones gratuitas creadas para ayudar a navegar por el\nproceso de educación especial de Illinois. \n\nEl Family Resource Center on Disabilities en colaboración con Family Matters se complace en anunciar la inscripción para el grupo de capacitación en español de PAL.\nToda la capacitación será virtual. El PAL  consta de ocho sesiones.\nLos participantes que cursen las ocho sesiones recibirán un certificado de finalización del Parent Advocacy Leadership.\n\nCada sesión de capacitación será el sábado de de 6:00 pm a 8:00 pm   (a excepción de los días festivos) a través de Zoom Meeting.\nLas fechas de las sesiones PAL incluyen:\n15 de Octubre\, 22 de Octubre\, 29 de Octubre\,\n5 de Noviembre\, 12 de Noviembre\, 19 de Noviembre\,\n3 de Deciembre\, 10 de Deciembre.\n\nPara obtener más información\,\ncomuníquese con Maria Castillo al\nmaria.castillo@frcd.org o llame al (312) 375-8136.\nEl cupo es limitado.\n\nRegistrarse aqui:\nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfziDvlg6dqNQT6V-5IqcKZ8yyBEsL7PHVf5cvOvlnhco0JIw/viewform
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/el-programa-liderazgo-de-la-defensa-de-los-padres-8/
LOCATION:Zoom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221212T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221208T153744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T153744Z
UID:19565-1670864400-1670866200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:El Valor GRUPO VIRTUAL DE APOYO PARA PADRES
DESCRIPTION:Únase a nosotros para una sesión virtual con CTA. La presentadora compartirá información sobre las características de disbailidad que el autobús tiene para ofrecer y para responder cualquier pregunta general que puedan tener las familias. La sesión se llevará a cabo en Español. \nEl 12 de Diciembre 2022 – 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM\nPresentador: Irma Gomez-Fierro\nPara mas informacion o para registrarse\,\nllame a Erica Fernandez al (312) 391-9208.\nSe requerirá correo electrónico. \nhttps://elvalor-net.zoom.us/j/87050180210
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/el-valor-grupo-virtual-de-apoyo-para-padres/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221212T173000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221208T153940Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T153940Z
UID:19566-1670864400-1670866200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:El Valor VIRTUAL PARENT SUPPORT GROUP
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual session with CTA. The presenter will share information on the disability features the bus has to offer and to answer any general questions any families may have. The session will be held in Spanish. \nDecember 12th\, 2022 – 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM\nPresenter: Irma Gomez-Fierro\nPlease call Erica Fernandez at (312) 391-9208 for information and to register. Email is required to participate. \nhttps://elvalor-net.zoom.us/j/87050180210
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/el-valor-virtual-parent-support-group/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221117T185818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T185818Z
UID:19394-1670929200-1670932800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:An Introduction to CAP (Client Assistance Program) at Equip for Equality
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center \nThis training will provide an overview of services available through the Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)\, Centers for Independent Living (CILS) and the Client Assistance Program (CAP) now housed at Equip for Equality. We will discuss how CAP at EFE can help you access services and answer your questions about vocational rehabilitation services\, employment rights\, and coordinating VR and transition services for youth who are still in school. \nEmily Wilson will be the presenter for this webinar. She is a Staff Attorney and CAP Advocate with the Special Education Clinic at Equip for Equality\, where she represents students and families in special education and related matters. Emily was a Skadden fellow at Equip for Equality with a project focused on addressing transition issues for students with disabilities. Emily has a background in education and special education advocacy. She has advocated for students with disabilities in Virginia\, Pennsylvania\, and Illinois. Prior to law school\, Emily was a middle school math teacher and earned her Master’s degree in Secondary Education from the University of New Mexico. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/an-introduction-to-cap-client-assistance-program-at-equip-for-equality/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20220203T155108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221014T142458Z
UID:16179-1670932800-1670936400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS Lunchtime Webinar - Celebrating the Holidays on your Terms
DESCRIPTION:In this presentation\, we will discuss strategies\, tips and techniques that Parents/Caregivers can use when dealing with the stress that Holidays and special events can bring. We will share ideas to implement\, things to consider\, sensory strategies\, and de-stress techniques that can be used daily\, or as needed. \nFeatured Speaker: Roseann Slaght\nRoseann Slaght has worked as a Family Resource Specialist for StarNet for over 29 years. She earned her BA degree in Child Development. She encourages parents to gain knowledge\, understanding and implement useful strategies that support their person. She is a parent of four\, including two adult men with significant disabilities. Her goals are to embrace inclusive practices and encourage and support children and their families. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ytIcCO9DQHS4Xj2-HqmC2w \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-lunchtime-webinar-4/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20220119T180254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220119T180254Z
UID:16000-1671105600-1671109200@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_zW-fCAi-RZqCRy0ydNisdw
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-program-virtual-know-your-options-10/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221215T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221215T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221117T183611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221117T183611Z
UID:19392-1671109200-1671116400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:IL Policy & Advocacy News - Public Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Mariel Hamer-Sinclair \nThis webinar will provide attendees with an overview and update of:\n• Passed bills in the 2022 Illinois General Assembly that are relevant to the Developmental Disability community in Illinois\n• 2022 Midterm Election Results\n• 2022 Veto Session\n• 2023 Legislative Session\n• Federal Policy\n• Advocacy Recommendations \nRegister HERE \nPresenter bios:\nCurtis Harris is a 44-year old black man with Autism. He serves as a self-advocate and champion for advancing issues related to the disability community. At the age of four\, Curtis was diagnosed with Autism and was the first student with Autism to enroll in the Chicago Public Schools system in January of 1984 when they created the Autistic program for Curtis and other students. After graduating from Chicago Public Schools system in 1996\, Curtis attended college for a span of ten years. He currently serves on the Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities\, is a member of Access Living’s Racial Justice Advanced Your Leadership Power (AYLP) and other advocacy organizations at Access Living that focus on Housing and Home Services. Curtis is a Board Member of the Chicagoland Autism Connection (CAC) and Vice President of a self-advocacy organization called CAC Trailblazers. He is a 2020 graduate of the Illinois Partners in Policymaking Training. \nPhil Milsk\, since 1995 to present day\, has been working for the Law Offices of Phil Milsk located out of New Lenox\, IL. This is a solo practice with focus on legislation\, public policy\, government relations\, and educational advocacy for children. Phil also has experience working as a Governmental Relations Consultant by which he provided representation of several associations with a focus on rights of persons with disabilities\, education\, and healthcare access. Currently\, Phil is an active member on the Illinois State Bar Association\, Standing Committee on Disability Law\, Newsletter Editor of Education Law Section Council Delivery of Legal Services and the State Employment and Economic Opportunities for Persons with Disabilities Task Force. Phil attended J.D. DePaul University College of Law and received his B.A. from the University of Illinois-Chicago.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/il-policy-advocacy-news-public-webinar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230106T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221215T152747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T152747Z
UID:19630-1673006400-1673010000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Your Right to DRS Services During High School – Transition Services
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Equip for Equality – Client Assistance Program (CAP) \nSpeaker: Emily Wilson (Rachel Weisberg will join too) \nASL interpreters and CART will be provided. If need other accommodations\, email us at cap@equipforequality.org or call 855-452-2725. \nRegistration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_osJfYFNiTXCS1KyrjQ3VhQ
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/understanding-your-right-to-drs-services-during-high-school-transition-services/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230108T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230108T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20230106T154853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T154905Z
UID:19770-1673175600-1673179200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Sensory Sunday - Channahon\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Experience the exhibits and trails of Four Rivers on your own terms! This independent program is for guests with sensory-processing needs\, social anxiety\, post-traumatic stress disorder and those who would benefit from a small-group experience. The center will be open only to registered participants during this time. Buddy bags with sensory gadgets and a limited supply of noise-canceling headphones will be available for visitor use. Seven handheld audio units providing a narrative of the All-Persons Trail will be available for checkout at the front desk for guests who have visual impairments or who need cognitive supports. \nEvent requirements Registration required by Saturday\, Jan. 7: 815-722-9470. \nRegister here: https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/fpdwc/activity/search/detail/8376?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/sensory-sunday-channahon-il/
LOCATION:Four Rivers Environmental Ed Center\, 25055 West Walnut Lane\, Channahon\, IL\, 60410
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230109T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230109T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20230109T172411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230109T172411Z
UID:19799-1673251200-1673283600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS Outreach Event: IDD and PUNS Night
DESCRIPTION:Sign up for PUNS with our local ISC. In addition\, come learn about the many services The Arc of Illinois and College for Life can offer for your son/daughter with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Quincy Public Library\, Challenges Unlimited\, and other local vendors will be available to answer your questions about their  services for individuals with intellectual disabilities and/or developmental disabilities. \nMonday\, January 23\, 2023 | 4:30 – 8:30 pm\n@ John Wood Community College\n1301 So. 48th Street\, Quincy\, IL 62301 \nRegister by January 18th for this webinar: (limited spots available) https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0949A5AD29A0F5C16-puns \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about what you will need to bring. \nHave a question or need to sign up via email? Send an email to Tiffany Steinhauser at tiffany@thearcofil.org 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-outreach-event-idd-and-puns-night/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20220624T170649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221205T221131Z
UID:17632-1673352000-1673355600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar Focus on Youth with Disabilities with Complex Behavioral Healthcare Needs
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about a new Program for children enrolled in Medicaid under age 21 with complex behavioral healthcare needs. \nKristine Herman\, HFS Bureau Chief\, Behavioral Health\, will discuss the history of the N.B. Consent Decree -the impetus for this Program -as well as eligibility criteria\, the enrollment process and program services. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NPFOnYVARA-sovO8L-Y9Aw \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-lunchtime-webinar/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20230106T160148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T160148Z
UID:19777-1673375400-1673380800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – “Gaming & Social Media Use Among Children with Special Needs”
DESCRIPTION:A free digital safety webinar for students with disabilities\, their parents\, educators and community members focusing on popular online games and social media \nJoin the Illinois Attorney General’s Office\, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force via Zoom for “Gaming & Social Media Use Among Children with Special Needs” on Jan. 10 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. \nThe ICAC task force educates students and parents about online gaming\, ways to stay safe and avoid online risks. \nThis webinar will focus on children with disabilities and popular online games\, their functions and the risks to avoid on social media and in gaming. \nSign up online to attend. \nSee the schedule of upcoming digital safety webinars for 2022-23 for more details. \nFor more information\, contact: \n\nKarilyn Orr at (312) 793-4230 or Karilyn.Orr@ilag.gov\nAlyssa Castleman at (217) 524-5088 or Alyssa.Castleman@ilag.gov
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/webinar-gaming-social-media-use-among-children-with-special-needs/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T133000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20221221T203105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221221T204229Z
UID:19681-1673438400-1673443800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:7 Considerations of Autism: ASD & The IEP
DESCRIPTION:Learn to advocate for a child with autism by becoming familiar with the state guidelines surrounding autism spectrum disorder and the development of the IEP \nREGISTER ONLINE HERE  \nAll workshops will take place online using Zoom. \nEntrenamientos serán virtualmente\, sobre la plataforma de Zoom. \n  \nQuestions? Please reach out to Nora Stillwell norajs@uic.edu \nPreguntas? Escriba a Nora Stillwell norajs@uic.edu \n\n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/7-considerations-of-autism-asd-the-iep-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T091320
CREATED:20230106T160826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230106T160826Z
UID:19778-1673438400-1673465400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Webinar – “Instructional Practices to Support Implementation of the IEP”
DESCRIPTION:A free webinar for parents and caregivers on transition planning and meaningful assessments for youth with disabilities \nJoin Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center’s Transition Webinar Series for “Instructional Practices to Support Implementation of the IEP (Individualized Education Program)” on Jan. 11. \nParticipants may register for either : \n\nA daytime session from 12 to 1 p.m.\nAn evening session from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.\n\nUnder the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)\, all students with disabilities have access to the general education curriculum in their least restrictive environment. \nThis session will provide an overview of planning for instruction that is aligned with both the academic and transition goals. Participants will also learn about: \n\nHow to monitor progress\nOpportunities for fostering inclusion\n\nSee the flyer for more details. \nHere are the links to sign up: \n\n12 to 1 p.m. session registration\n6:30 to 7:30 p.m. session registration
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/webinar-instructional-practices-to-support-implementation-of-the-iep/
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