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SUMMARY:Digital Literacy Series: Online Safety
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the third part of our Digital Literacy Series: Internet Security. During this session\, we’ll practice ways to remain safe while having fun on the internet. This information is intended for individuals with IDD\, but parents and support workers are highly encouraged to attend. \n  \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/digital-literacy-series-online-safety-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260527T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
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SUMMARY:Finding the Right Fit: What Families Should Know About ABA Services
DESCRIPTION:  \nWednesday\, 5/27/2026 12:00-1:15pm CST via Zoom \nAre you getting the ABA services your family deserves?\nBring your questions. Leave with a checklist on what you can do next. \nQUESTIONS FAMILIES BRING\n•Why are there so many hours? Should there be?\n•Are they really including my child in decisions?\n•My child seems unhappy — what do I do?\n•Can they help my child in their classes?\n•How do I know if this is working?\n•Who do I call if I have concerns? \nPlus: additional coordination of resources through CARES (UIC)\, and current openings for parent/caregiver training.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/finding-the-right-fit-what-families-should-know-about-aba-services/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T110000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260330T184614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T184614Z
UID:26729-1780394400-1780398000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Digital Literacy Series: Digital Citizenship
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the fourth part in our Digital Literacy Series: Digital Citizenship. During this session\, we will learn tips and tricks to be a successful community member online. This series is intended for individuals with IDD\, but family members and support workers are highly encouraged to attend. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/digital-literacy-series-digital-citizenship-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20250521T193444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T125011Z
UID:25390-1781006400-1781010000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar: Planning for a Loved One with Disabilities: Secure Their Future. Empower Their Life. Session One of a Two-Part Series with Michele Westmaas\, Financial Advisor with Thrivent
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Michele Westmaas\, Financial Advisor with Thrivent \nDescription:  Join us for practical educational sessions designed to help families thoughtfully plan for the care\, financial stability\, and quality of life of loved ones with disabilities. Gain strategies for transition planning and building a care team and support network. \nWho Should Attend: Parents\, guardians\, siblings\, and caregivers of individuals with disabilities—anyone ready to take charge\, make informed decisions\, and build a future rooted in dignity\, independence\, and lasting support \nBuild a secure future for your loved one with disabilities—plan benefits\, care\, and financial support with confidence. \nSession 1: · Learn how to protect eligibility for government benefits. · Legal considerations: guardianship\, powers of attorney\, advance directives. \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_aTr2cAXTTM-WqHGPLIlc_A \nNo Thrivent products will be sold. Compliance number 8136680.2. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal\, accounting\, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260512T213520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T213520Z
UID:26955-1781028000-1781031600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Digital Literacy Series: Frauds and Scams
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first part of our Digital Literacy Series: Frauds and Scams. During this session\, we will learn how to tell the difference between fraudulent and trustworthy communication including phone calls and emails. This information is intended for individuals with IDD\, but parents and support workers are highly encouraged to attend. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/digital-literacy-series-frauds-and-scams-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T140000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260501T151542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260501T154117Z
UID:26909-1781170200-1781272800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Executive Forum Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Executive Forum\, comprised of senior leaders of chapters and organizational affiliates of The Arc of Illinois\, holds an annual Leadership Conference. Its purpose is to bring together executive directors\, key organizational personnel\, and other thought leaders to facilitate discussions related to contemporary issues faced by the IDD service sector. \nWe’re excited to welcome back Dr. Alonzo Kelly of Kelly Leadership Group\, a returning keynote speaker from our 75th Annual Convention. \nFull Agenda available soon! \nRegister here!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/executive-forum-leadership-conference-4/
LOCATION:DoubleTree Hotel\, 3003 Corporate W Dr\, Lisle\, IL\, 60532
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260512T213744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T213744Z
UID:26956-1781632800-1781636400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Digital Literacy Series: Internet Security
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the second part of our Digital Literacy Series: Internet Security. During this session\, we’ll practice ways to remain safe while having fun on the internet. This information is intended for individuals with IDD\, but parents and support workers are highly encouraged to attend. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/digital-literacy-series-internet-security-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260512T213934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T213934Z
UID:26957-1782237600-1782241200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Digital Literacy Series: Online Safety
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the third part of our Digital Literacy Series: Internet Security. During this session\, we’ll practice ways to remain safe while having fun on the internet. This information is intended for individuals with IDD\, but parents and support workers are highly encouraged to attend. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/digital-literacy-series-online-safety-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260630T180000
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CREATED:20260413T214338Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T214338Z
UID:26834-1782837000-1782842400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a supportive space created just for family members and caregivers. This is a place to gain clarity\, ask questions\, share experiences\, or simply listen. \nWhether you have something to say or just need a listening ear\, come as you are. \nLeave feeling a little lighter\, a little more supported\, and a lot more understood. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-support-group-7/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260714T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260317T171528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T125607Z
UID:26619-1784030400-1784034000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar: Planning for a Loved One with Disabilities: Secure Their Future. Empower Their Life. Session Two of a Two-Part Series with Michele Westmaas\, Financial Advisor with Thrivent
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Michele Westmaas\, Financial Advisor with Thrivent \nDescription:  Join us for practical educational sessions designed to help families thoughtfully plan for the care\, financial stability\, and quality of life of loved ones with disabilities. Gain strategies for transition planning and building a care team and support network. \nWho Should Attend: Parents\, guardians\, siblings\, and caregivers of individuals with disabilities—anyone ready to take charge\, make informed decisions\, and build a future rooted in dignity\, independence\, and lasting support \nBuild a secure future for your loved one with disabilities—plan benefits\, care\, and financial support with confidence. \nSession 2: · Tools for financial planning: special needs trusts\, ABLE accounts\, life insurance. \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Fz7LHn6VQQepUGrWLdsaVw \nNo Thrivent products will be sold. Compliance number 8136680.2. Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal\, accounting\, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar-planning-for-a-loved-one-with-disabilities-secure-their-future-empower-their-life-session-two-of-a-two-part-series-with-michele-westmaas-financial-advisor-with-thriven/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260728T180000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260413T214440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T214440Z
UID:26835-1785256200-1785261600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a supportive space created just for family members and caregivers. This is a place to gain clarity\, ask questions\, share experiences\, or simply listen. \nWhether you have something to say or just need a listening ear\, come as you are. \nLeave feeling a little lighter\, a little more supported\, and a lot more understood. \nRegister here.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-support-group-8/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260811T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260317T212832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T125301Z
UID:26623-1786449600-1786453200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar: Less Fluff\, More Access: Plain Language Power Tools
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Sydney Badeau\, The Arc Wisconsin and People First Wisconsin \nDescription:  More information to come \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_0it4EasJRr2MZO0cVPrZhQ \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar-less-fluff-more-access-plain-language-power-tools/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260908T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260317T211719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T125231Z
UID:26621-1788868800-1788872400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar: Healthcare Transition Goals In Your Child’s IEP
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Claire Cook\, DSCC and youth panelist \nDescription:  More information to come \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_do8WPp6uQLqi_ZZgE3qeFQ \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar-less-fluff-more-access-plain-language-power-tools-by-sydney-badeau/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260924T183000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260508T180937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T181803Z
UID:26922-1790271000-1790274600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Seminario Web en Espanol:
DESCRIPTION:Habra mas detalles en el futuro \n  \nEnlace de Inscripcion:   https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1mGyG_B-RRO5mHqIs2foaQ
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/seminario-web-en-espanol-5/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261013T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260317T213041Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T125125Z
UID:26624-1791892800-1791896400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar: DRS Employment Services for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Kristin Wagner and Jenni Grissom\, DRS \nDescription:  More information to come \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_WcQnLVaTSbSy52CGvfQQtA \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar-drs-employment-services-for-people-with-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T183000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260508T181108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T181648Z
UID:26924-1792085400-1792089000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Seminario Web en Espanol
DESCRIPTION:Habra mas detalles en el futuro \n  \nEnlace de inscripcion: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8txjWQ8pTx6_iOzAtp0KPA \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/seminario-web-en-espanol-8/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261110T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260317T213442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T125201Z
UID:26625-1794312000-1794315600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar: TBD
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: TBD \nDescription:  More information to come \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_do8WPp6uQLqi_ZZgE3qeFQ \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar-tbd/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T044748
CREATED:20260317T213838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260504T125045Z
UID:26626-1796731200-1796734800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Lunchtime Webinar: Steven Milburn\, Dent Coulson Elder Law
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: Steven Milburn\, Dent Coulson Elder Law \nDescription:  More information to come \nRegistration link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xe2TnPeKQs6ZXttKAM_YNw \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar-steven-milburn-dent-coulson-elder-law/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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