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SUMMARY:(Grupo En Espanol) Sesiones de Diálogo del Proyecto “System Redesign” (Rediseño del Sistema) Organizado por The Arc of IL
DESCRIPTION:martes 2 de diciembre 2025     10:00 am hasta 12:00 pm medio dia \nSe ofrece una oportunidad de participacion en una sesión de diálogo comunitario para contribuir al futuro del sistema de servicios para personas con discapacidad intelectual y del desarrollo (IDD) en Illinois \nSerá un espacio seguro y abierto para compartir sus experiencias\, escuchar las de otras personas y reflexionar juntos sobre cómo construir un sistema más justo\, inclusivo y centrado en las personas. \nEnlace de inscripcion: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kysLfrZnS2e2FWq2LqgfEw \nHay una serie de preguntas mandatorias que requieren una respuesta cuando se inscribe. \nNota Especial: \nPor favor de apartar 2 (dos) horas para su participación en esta sesión de dialogo.   Esta sesión será grabada.  Se requiere que se complete  una forma de consentimiento y autorización de uso de Imagen.  Por favor de llamar a Rocio Perez al 708-218-1958 \nSi necesitas algún tipo de apoyo o ajuste antes del evento\, o si tienes preguntas\, por favor comunícate con Rocio por Correo electrónico rocio@thearcofil.org \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/grupo-en-espanol-sesiones-de-dialogo-del-proyecto-system-redesign-rediseno-del-sistema-organizado-por-the-arc-of-il/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251209T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133936
CREATED:20250521T193113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250916T185956Z
UID:25384-1765281600-1765285200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar: CARE Team\, City of Evanston
DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Jeron Dorsey\, Deputy Director\, CARE Team Manager; Parks\, Recreation & Community Services\, City of Evanston \nDescription:  The City of Evanston’s CARE team is an alternative response program designed to reduce reliance on law enforcement for behavioral health and social service calls. This presentation will highlight how CARE responds to situations involving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD)\, including protocols for lost or confused individuals\, community member reports of unusual behavior\, and family calls regarding children or adults with IDD. \nLearning Objectives \n\nAttendees will be able to describe the CARE team’s role and approach to serving individuals  in crisis situations.\nAttendees will be able to identify at least two CARE protocols or strategies that support positive outcomes\n\nJeron Dorsey serves as the Deputy Director of Parks and Recreation for the City of Evanston and helps oversee the City’s Crisis Alternative Response Evanston (CARE) team. With a background in Public Administration and community engagement\, Jeron has been instrumental in building partnerships between behavioral health professionals\, first responders\, and community organizations to create safer\, more compassionate responses to individuals in crisis. His work emphasizes innovation in public safety and the development of programs that prioritize care\, equity\, and connection. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zP_f-innQaikjNNah1rONA \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133936
CREATED:20241217T201934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T201934Z
UID:24544-1765368000-1765371600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Programa de Abogacía para Familias - Conoce Tus Opciones FAP
DESCRIPTION:¿Recibió recientemente una carta de notificación anticipada o una carta de selección PUNS? \nÚnase a nosotros para conocer sus opciones bajo la exención de Medicaid basada en el hogar y la comunidad para adultos con discapacidades del desarrollo en Illinois. \nDiscutiremos las opciones de servicio y soporte\, exploraremos el rol de su ISC\, revise los pasos clave que debe seguir para prepararse para los apoyos y hable sobre inquietudes y barreras comunes. \nEs necesario registrarse. \n  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_QqdU_KqDScChTZrfnPm1bA#/registration \nUna vez registrado\, recibira un correo con el enlance para entrar al taller en línea. \n  \nPreguntas? \nPrograma de Abogacía para Familias \n815-464-1832 x1033
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/programa-de-abogacia-para-familias-conoce-tus-opciones-fap-12/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251211T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133936
CREATED:20241217T200357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T200357Z
UID:24520-1765454400-1765458000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family Advocate Program - Know Your Options
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about your options under the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver for Adults with Developmental Disabilities in Illinois. We will discuss service and support options\, explore the role of your ISC\, review the key steps you need to take to prepare for supports\, and talk through common concerns and barriers. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rKZshVlvR0iECHG4ZweVOg#/registration \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \n  \nQuestions? Contact the Family Advocate Program at 708-331-7370
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-advocate-program-know-your-options-11/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251216T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133936
CREATED:20241217T201048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T201048Z
UID:24532-1765908000-1765911600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family Advocate Program - Know Your Options
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about your options under the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver for Adults with Developmental Disabilities in Illinois. We will discuss service and support options\, explore the role of your ISC\, review the key steps you need to take to prepare for supports\, and talk through common concerns and barriers. \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7TkUoLBVS1iJTvdA6Vz60Q#/registration \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \n  \nQuestions? Contact the Family Advocate Program at 708-331-7370
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-advocate-program-know-your-options-22/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260106T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251217T201620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251217T202933Z
UID:26191-1767700800-1767708000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Listening Session at EP!C in Peoria
DESCRIPTION:Join Us in Peoria and Share your Experiences with the IDD System in Illinois \nWe are excited to bring our listening sessions to Central Illinois in partnership with EP!C. Please join us for an in-person listening session to help shape the future of the IDD system. \nThe session will include an opportunity to fill out an official survey designed to collect your experiences with the IDD system in Illinois and to share your stories with your community. \nDate: Tuesday\, January 6\, 2026 \nTime: 12-2 PM \nAddress: EP!C 1913 W Townline Rd.\, Peoria\, Illinois\, 61615 \nJoin us to share your stories and hear from your community. \nIf you plan to attend\, please RSVP here.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/listening-session/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260107T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251203T220743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T220846Z
UID:26159-1767808800-1767812400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:REV UP Illinois Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Town Hall! Coalition members will have the opportunity to share the major issues\, legislation\, and campaigns they would like to focus on in the upcoming year. This meeting is an opportunity for prospective members to join to learn more about the work that REV UP Illinois is doing to make sure that every person with a disability feels empowered to participate in our democracy! \nRegister Here. 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/rev-up-illinois-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20250521T193150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251209T191143Z
UID:25385-1768305600-1768309200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar: Voting for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Rio Goodwin Perez\, Director of the Going Home Coalition and Jennifer Thibodeaux Sands\, Senior Community Mobilization Manager of the Going Home Coalition. \nDescription: 2026 is an election year in Illinois. This webinar is the first in a mini-series of voting and election preparation. People with Disabilities have the right to vote and this webinar will help explain the process from how to register and what to expect at the polling place. \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EmvqyLJdR4edcMoeSBhDMw \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251217T202302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T170051Z
UID:26192-1768498200-1768505400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Listening Session at IATP in Springfield
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Thursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nTime: 5:30 – 7:30 pm \nLocation: Illinois Assistive Technology Program  701 N Walnut St.\,  Springfield\, IL 62702 \n\n\n\nRSVP HERE! \n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be served. \nPlease RSVP by January 8\, 2026. \n  \nQuestions: Email: Annie@thearcofil.org \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/listening-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260115T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20260105T211259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T211413Z
UID:26263-1768501800-1768505400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Listening Session for The Arc of Winnebago\, Boone\, and Ogle Counties
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Thursday\, January 15\, 2026 \nTime: 6:30 pm  \nLocation: Zoom – Zoom link will be shared upon registration \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/virtual-listening-session-for-the-arc-of-winnebago-boone-and-ogle-counties/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260117T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20260105T175541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T175600Z
UID:26259-1768647600-1768653000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Listening Session with Helping Hand in Countryside\, IL
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Saturday\, January 17\, 2026 \nTime: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm \nLocation: Helping Hand Children’s Services 9649 West 55th Street\, Countryside\, IL 60525 \n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE! \n\n\n\n\n  \nQuestions? Email: Samantha@thearcofil.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/listening-session-with-helping-hand-in-countryside-il/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251218T233926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T212049Z
UID:26224-1768903200-1768906800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Legislative Advocacy Series Part 1: Voter Education and Registration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first part of our Legislative Advocacy Series to learn more about voter education and the registration process! \nRegister Here \nOur guest speaker for this session is Missy Norman (she/her)\, President of the League of Women Voters of the Springfield area. \nThe mission of LWVSA is to promote political responsibility through informed and active participation of citizens in government and to act on selected governmental issues. Missy has worked both professionally and personally in disability advocacy and legislative advocacy for over 20 years. Missy believes that every issue needs to be seen through a disability lens to be truly inclusive and that everyone should have equitable access to voting and civic engagement.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/legislative-advocacy-series-part-1-voter-education-and-registration/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260120T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251217T202841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T165858Z
UID:26193-1768910400-1768914000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Listening Session for Lurie Children's Hospital Families
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Tuesday\, January 20\, 2026 \nTime: 12:00 – 1:00 pm  \nLocation: Zoom – Zoom link will be shared upon registration \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE! \n\n\n\n\n  \nQuestions? Email: Susan@thearcofil.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/virtual-listening-session/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251217T203308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T172945Z
UID:26194-1769009400-1769013000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Listening Session in Galesburg
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Wednesday\, January 21\, 2026 \nTime: 3:30 – 4:30 pm \nLocation: The HUB – 143 E Main Street\, Galesburg\, IL 61401 \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE! \n\n  \nQuestions? Email: Greg@thearcofil.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/listening-session-in-galesburg/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260121T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251201T184849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T220446Z
UID:26155-1769018400-1769022000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Going Home Coalition Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Coalition members will meet to discuss the major issues\, legislation\, and campaigns they would like to focus on in the upcoming year. Join us to learn more about participating in a state-wide coalition working towards the closure of SODCs and other institutional settings\, the empowerment of people with disabilities to live fulfilled lives in their communities\, and the connections between our fight for inclusion and other movements fighting for justice. Everyone is encouraged to attend\, whether or not they have worked with us in the past.  \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/going-home-coalition-meeting-3/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260122
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260123
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251217T203610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T165747Z
UID:26195-1769040000-1769126399@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Listening Session in Bloomington
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Thursday\, January 22\, 2026 \nTwo Times Available! 3:00 – 4:00 pm OR 6:30 – 7:30 pm \nLocation: Bloomington Public Library Community Room 2\, 205 E Olive St.\, Bloomington\, IL 61701 \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE! \n\n\nQuestions? Email: Greg@thearcofil.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/listening-session-in-bloomington/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20260112T164639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T205254Z
UID:26272-1769103000-1769108400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:En Espanol  Un Dialogo Comunitario:  Arc of IL  en asociacion con PECx  (Parents of Extraordinary Children)
DESCRIPTION:jueves 22 de enero  2026     5:30 pm hasta 7:30 pm \nCon una subvencion de la Fundacion Coleman\, se ofrece una oportunidad de participacion en una sesión de diálogo comunitario para contribuir al futuro del sistema de servicios para personas con discapacidad intelectual y del desarrollo (IDD) en Illinois \nSerá un espacio seguro y abierto para compartir sus experiencias\, escuchar las de otras personas y reflexionar juntos sobre cómo construir un sistema más justo\, inclusivo y centrado en las personas. \nEnlace de inscripcion: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/rSx2lY2ETcuPiqD7EK7Euw \nHay una serie de preguntas mandatorias que requieren una respuesta cuando se inscribe. \nNota Especial: \nPor favor de apartar 2 (dos) horas para su participación en esta sesión de dialogo.   Esta sesión será grabada.  Se requiere que se complete  una forma de consentimiento y autorización de uso de Imagen.   \nSi necesitas algún tipo de apoyo o ajuste antes del evento\, o si tienes preguntas\, por favor comunícate con Ruth Aguilar por Correo electrónico a ruth@thearcofil.org \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/dialogo-comunitario-en-asociacion-con-pecx/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="The Arc of Illinois":MAILTO:becca@thearcofil.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251217T203753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T211744Z
UID:26196-1769104800-1769104800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Listening Session with Will-Grundy Transition Planning Committee
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Thursday\, January 22\, 2026 \nTime: 6:00 – 7:00 pm  \nLocation: Zoom – Zoom link will be shared upon registration \n\n\n\nRSVP HERE! \n\n  \nQuestions? Email: Suzanne@thearcofil.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/virtual-listening-session-with-will-grundy-transition-planning-committee/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260126T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251218T234520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251219T000350Z
UID:26226-1769421600-1769425200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Legislative Advocacy Series Part 2: Informed Citizenship
DESCRIPTION:Join us for part two of our Legislative Advocacy Series to discuss the importance of being an informed citizen. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/legislative-advocacy-series-part-two-informed-citizenship/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260127T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251021T163417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T210547Z
UID:25987-1769504400-1769529600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:QIDP Conference
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the virtual QIDP Leadership Conference over Zoom webinar. This conference focuses on QIDPs and will cover informative topics including employment\, assistive technology\, AI\, and building relationships. \n  \nRegistration is open and full brochure will be available soon!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/qidp-conference-3/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251218T163355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T165658Z
UID:26198-1769776200-1769779800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Listening Session in Vernon Hills with Exceptional Learners Collaborative
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Friday\, January 30\, 2026 \nTime: 12:30 – 1:30 pm  \nLocation: Exceptional Learners Collaborative – 990 Corporate Woods Parkway\, Vernon Hills\, IL 60061 \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE! \n  \n\nQuestions? Email: Suzanne@thearcofil.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/listening-session-in-vernon-hills-with-exceptional-learners-collaborative/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260202T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251218T234821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T234821Z
UID:26227-1770026400-1770030000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Legislative Advocacy Series Part 3: Looking Up Your Legislator and Current Legislation
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the third part of our Legislative Advocacy Series to learn how to look up your legislator and hear more about legislation being introduced in 2026. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/legislative-advocacy-series-part-3-looking-up-your-legislator-and-current-legislation/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251218T164355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T165614Z
UID:26200-1770202800-1770210000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Listening Session in Peoria
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Wednesday\, February 4\, 2026 \nTime: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm \nLocation: Peoria Public Library 107 NE Monroe St.\, Peoria\, IL 61602 \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE! \n\n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be served. \nPlease RSVP by January 28\, 2026. \n  \nQuestions? Email: Annie@thearcofil.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/listening-session-in-peoria/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260204T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20260113T224955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260113T224955Z
UID:26283-1770228000-1770231600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:REV UP Illinois Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us to strategize for 2026. We will discuss issues to focus on\, legislation to support\, and voter outreach. \nRegister here. 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/rev-up-illinois-meeting-4/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260205T193000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251218T164523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T165547Z
UID:26201-1770312600-1770319800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Listening Session in Champaign
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Thursday\, February 5\, 2026 \nTime: 5:30 – 7:30 pm \nLocation: Champaign Public Library 200 W Green St.\, Champaign\, IL 61820 \n\n\n\nRSVP HERE! \n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be served. \nPlease RSVP by January 29\, 2026. \n  \nQuestions? Email: Annie@thearcofil.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/listening-session-in-champaign/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251218T235207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T235207Z
UID:26228-1770631200-1770634800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Legislative Advocacy Series Part 4: How To Submit a Witness Slip
DESCRIPTION:Join us for part four of our Legislative Advocacy Series to learn how to submit a witness slip. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/legislative-advocacy-series-part-4-how-to-submit-a-witness-slip/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20250521T193231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T232205Z
UID:25386-1770724800-1770728400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar: Preparing for ILGA 2026: Legislative Advocacy 101
DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Rio Goodwin Perez\, Director of the Going Home Coalition\, and Jennifer Sands\, Senior Community Mobilization Manager of the Going Home Coalition. \nDescription: The second in our mini-series on the 2026 election year will focus on how to “Speak Up and Speak Out” by submitting witness slips and communicating with your legislators. \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_9hPIQzJCRF2_k_k2z5J2rw \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar-3/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251218T164841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T165457Z
UID:26202-1770825600-1770831000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Listening Session in Centralia
DESCRIPTION:Be the Voice of Change! \nThe IDD System Redesign Coalition wants YOU – individuals with disabilities and family members – to help shape the future. Join our Listening Session to hear from Coalition members and share your experiences and ideas. \nDate: Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026 \nTime: 4:00 – 5:30 pm \nLocation: Centralia Public Library 515 E Broadway\, Centralia\, IL 62801 \n\n\n\n\nRSVP HERE! \n\n\n\n\nLight refreshments will be served. \nPlease RSVP by January 29\, 2026. \n  \nQuestions? Email: Annie@thearcofil.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/listening-session-in-centralia/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260217T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20251218T235410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T194808Z
UID:26229-1771322400-1771326000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Legislative Advocacy Series Part 5: Crafting an Elevator Speech
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fifth part in our Legislative Advocacy Series to learn how to create a successful elevator speech to give when speaking with legislators. \nRegister Here
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/legislative-advocacy-series-part-5-crafting-an-elevator-speech/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260218T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T133937
CREATED:20260113T225434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T212231Z
UID:26284-1771437600-1771441200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Going Home Coalition Meeting: Governor's Budget Debrief
DESCRIPTION:Join us at our monthly meeting to discuss Governor’s Budget Address. We will be joined by Samantha Alloway\, Executive Director of The Arc of Illinois who will be broadcasting live from Springfield. \nRegister here. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/going-home-coalition-meeting-learn-more-about-the-idd-system-redesign-coalition/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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