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SUMMARY:The Alliance and The Arc of Illinois Spring 2019 Regional Training
DESCRIPTION:Join the Illinois Self-Advocacy Alliance (The Alliance) and The Arc of Illinois for a day of learning and advocacy including: \n\nSelf-advocacy and how to speak up\nAdult services in Illinois\, case management\, and navigating the system\n2019 legislation and policy priorities that could impact you\n\nTrainings are free and will begin promptly at 10am and end at 2pm; lunch is included!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-alliance-and-the-arc-of-illinois-spring-2019-regional-training/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190305T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190305T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190201T001901Z
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SUMMARY:The Alliance and The Arc of Illinois Spring 2019 Regional Training
DESCRIPTION:Join the Illinois Self-Advocacy Alliance (The Alliance) and The Arc of Illinois for a day of learning and advocacy including: \n\nSelf-advocacy and how to speak up\nAdult services in Illinois\, case management\, and navigating the system\n2019 legislation and policy priorities that could impact you\n\nTrainings are free and will begin promptly at 10am and end at 2pm; lunch is included!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-alliance-and-the-arc-of-illinois-spring-2019-regional-training-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190305T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190305T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190212T021003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:10018-1551765600-1551772800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois\, Ligas Family Advocate Program Know Your Options Event
DESCRIPTION:This is a Know Your Options Event and Family Meet & Greet with Lore Baker\, CEO of AID
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-ligas-family-advocate-program-know-your-options-event/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190307T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190307T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190227T041128Z
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UID:10054-1551960000-1551965400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois\, Ligas Family Advocate Program Know Your Options Event Central Illinois
DESCRIPTION:This is a Know Your Options Event in Central Illinois with Megan Mutti\, Ligas Family Advocate.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-ligas-family-advocate-program-know-your-options-event-central-illinois/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190312T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190312T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190215T012746Z
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UID:10032-1552374000-1552377600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois\, Illinois Life Span Monthly Lunchtime Webinar - Let's Learn About ABLE Accounts!
DESCRIPTION:Please register for Illinois Life Span Program of The Arc of Illinois Lunchtime Webinar – Let’s Learn About ABLE Accounts on Mar 12\, 2019 12:00 PM CDT at: \nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4078139601022299907 \nPresented by JJ Hanley. JJ Hanley is Director of Illinois ABLE for the Illinois State Treasurer’s office\, which leads 16–state\, bi-partisan alliance that offers “A Better Life Experience” ABLE accounts to people with disabilities in Illinois and across the country. \nHer career evolved from financial securities trader to disability parent advocate and professional\, focused on building enterprises that foster economic independence\, community participation and employment of people with disabilities. \nParticipants can expect to learn: \n• What ABLE stands for\n• How to qualify for ABLE\n• Types of funds that can be\n• What are the ABLE account Options\n• What ABLE Funds can be used for\n• Tax Benefits with ABLE\n• How to Enroll in ABLE \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nBrought to you by GoToWebinar®\nWebinars Made Easy®
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-illinois-life-span-monthly-lunchtime-webinar-lets-learn-about-able-accounts/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190312T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190312T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190212T021525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:10020-1552379400-1552386600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois\, Ligas Family Advocate Program Know Your Options Event
DESCRIPTION:This is a Know Your Options Event and a Family Meet & Greet with Lore Baker\, CEO of AID
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-ligas-family-advocate-program-know-your-options-event-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190321T040000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190321T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20180620T012824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:9833-1553140800-1553164200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:7th Annual Arc/Ligas Family Advocate Informational Seminar
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URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/7th-annual-arc-ligas-family-advocate-informational-seminar/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190220T022130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:10033-1554793200-1554796800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Illinois Life Span Program of The Arc of IL Lunchtime Webinar - Early Intervention and Speech-Language Pathology: A Training for Family and Collaborative Professionals
DESCRIPTION:Please register for The Arc of IL\, Illinois Life Span Program Lunchtime Webinar – Early Intervention and Speech-Language Pathology: A Training for Family and Collaborative Professionals with Anna Hastings and Mary Kate Connelly on Apr 9\, 2019 12:00 PM CDT at: \nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5776491441528145665 \nThis webinar will discuss information regarding Early Intervention (EI) services\, EI services specific to speech-language therapy\, programs/services within The Arc\, and advocacy tools. We will begin with defining EI and continue with an overview in how individuals and families can acquire services for children ages birth-3 years old. Additionally\, we will discuss how speech language pathologists are involved in EI both in evaluations and interventions. We will conclude with information regarding the Arc and advocacy tools for families. \nPresented by:Anna Hastings\, B.S.\, Graduate Student & LEND Trainee\, Speech-Language Pathology\, Rush University\nAnna is a LEND trainee and graduate student in the Speech-Language Pathology program at Rush University. For the last 3 years she worked with United Cerebral Palsy in Madison\, Wisconsin as a respite provider and inclusion facilitator in various after-school or summer programs for kids and teens with disabilities. Through this\, she became very involved in the lives of many great individuals with disabilities\, many with ASD. She hopes to continue working with individuals with different disabilities as an SLP\, and joined LEND in the hopes of gaining the knowledge and skills necessary to be a strong clinician that makes a positive difference in her clients’ and their families’ lives. She’s excited to begin this process with this webinar presentation! \nMary Kate Connelly\, B.S.\, Graduate Student & LEND Trainee\nSpeech-Language Pathology\, Rush University\nMary Kate is a LEND trainee and graduate student studying Speech Language Pathology at Rush University. After working for Easterseals Midwest in St. Louis as an Individual Support Assistant (ISA) for an adolescent boy with autism\, she became more interested in the services and programs offered for children and adults with disabilities\, specifically autism. This experience\, in addition to her undergraduate capstone regarding services for adults with disabilities\, fostered interest in LEND and its mission! \nPlease note that there are no CEUs provided for our lunchtime webinars. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nBrought to you by GoToWebinar®\nWebinars Made Easy®
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/illinois-life-span-program-of-the-arc-of-il-lunchtime-webinar-slp-and-related-services-family-training/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190418T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190418T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190225T230300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:10050-1555576200-1555583400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois\, Ligas Family Advocate Program Know Your Options Event
DESCRIPTION:This is a Know Your Options Event and Family Meet and Greet with Jennifer Rutka\, Community Alternatives Unlimited and Margaret Tanenberg\, Center for Independent Futures.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-ligas-family-advocate-program-know-your-options-event-3/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190424T030000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190425T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20180620T013215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:9834-1556074800-1556190000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois 69th Annual Convention
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-69th-annual-convention/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190502T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190502T070000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190307T212505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:10059-1556773200-1556780400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois\, Ligas Family Advocate Know Your Options Event Rockford\, IL
DESCRIPTION:This is a Know Your Options Event held in Rockford\, IL. Please call The Arc of Winnebago\, Boone & Ogle Counties at 815-965-3455 to register for this event. \nInterested in learning more about your options? \nWhat services are available after being selected from the PUNS list in Illinois?  What should you consider and plan for? \nThe Arc of Illinois Ligas Family Advocate Program is ready to partner with you. \nWho: Ligas class members & all individuals who may be selected from the Illinois PUNS list in the future for evaluation for waiver funding\, families\, educators\, and current students in a high school transition program \nAbout:  All options available to selected Ligas class members (PUNS selection) including CILA\, Home-based Services\, ICFDD\, Supportive Housing\, I-CILA\, and related services and supports
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-ligas-family-advocate-know-your-options-event-rockford-il/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190503T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190503T073000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20180726T005418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:9864-1556854200-1556868600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Planning for the Future for Children and Adults with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/planning-for-the-future-for-children-and-adults-with-intellectual-and-or-developmental-disabilities-7/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190507T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190507T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190329T195703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:10084-1557212400-1557221400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois Ligas Family Advocate Know Your Options Event
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-ligas-family-advocate-know-your-options-event/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190508T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190508T073000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20180728T011637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:9867-1557286200-1557300600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Planning for the Future for Children and Adults with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities
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URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/planning-for-the-future-for-children-and-adults-with-intellectual-and-or-developmental-disabilities-8/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190514T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190514T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190402T230658Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:10087-1557817200-1557820800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Illinois Life Span Program of The Arc of IL Lunchtime Webinar - The Role of the Independent Service Coordination Agency (ISC) and Its Many Functions: PUNS and Transition to Community Based Waiver Services\, presented by Juan Aponte from Community Alternatives Unlimited 
DESCRIPTION:Please register for Illinois Life Span Lunchtime Webinar – The Many Functions of the Independent Service Coordination Agency (ISC) on May 14\, 2019 12:00 PM CDT at: \nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5785881271471995907 \nThe Role of the Independent Service Coordination Agency (ISC) and Its Many Functions: PUNS and Transition to Community Based Waiver Services\, presented by Juan Aponte from Community Alternatives Unlimited \nThis webinar will cover\n• History of CAU\, service area and population\n• How to find your ISC agency\n• The role of an ISC\n• Eligibility criteria for DHS-DD services and the Pre Admission Screening (PAS) process in the State of IL\n• What is PUNS and What should a parent/guardian do while waiting for PUNS selection\n• What types of services are available under PUNs or Crisis criteria \nPresented by Juan Aponte\, M.S.\, QIDP – Juan is a Director of Services with Community Alternatives Unlimited\, an Independent Service Coordination (ISC) providing case management services to families of individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities in Lake County\, Northwest Cook County and Northside of Chicago\, IL. During his 29 year tenure at CAU\, Juan has worked very closely and diligently with many service providers and families of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Juan has also received extensive training in autism in the states of Indiana and Illinois. Juan continues to work closely with the Illinois Department of Human Services – Division of Developmental Disabilities (IDHS-DDD)\, Illinois Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) and several local school districts\, residential and vocational providers in the Chicago/Metro area for the purpose of advocating and securing necessary supports and services for families and individuals with special needs. His areas of expertise include advocacy\, crisis case management and transition planning for families and individuals with autism and behavioral challenges transitioning from special education into adult services. Other special projects of interest include CAU Presentations\, PUNS Outreach\, working with Hispanic families and Networking with school districts and adult service providers. \nPlease note – there are no CEUs provided for our lunchtime webinars. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nBrought to you by GoToWebinar®\nWebinars Made Easy®
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-illinois-life-span-program-of-the-arc-of-il-lunchtime-webinar-the-role-of-the-independent-service-coordination-agency-isc-and-its-many-functions-puns-and-transition-to-community-based-waiver/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190516T033000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190516T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190403T012903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001933Z
UID:10090-1557977400-1557999000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:6th Annual Going Home Advocacy Day
DESCRIPTION:Join hundreds of self-advocates and allies in speaking up and speaking out in support of community living for people with disabilities.\nThursday\, May 16\, 2019\nIllinois State Capitol Rotunda in Springfield\n8.30am (registration begins) – 2.30pm\nRally begins at 11am with lunch immediately after\nAfter lunch\, come back to the Rotunda for the INCIL (Illinois Network of Centers for Independent Living) Rally at 1pm! \nGoing Home is an advocacy campaign dedicated to full inclusion and equality for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Going Home Campaign and INCIL (Illinois Network of Centers for Independent Living) are partnering to make both our rallies even better!\nFor more information\, please visit www.goinghomeillinois.org.\nWe are stronger when we are working together!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/6th-annual-going-home-advocacy-day/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190611T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190611T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190410T005536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10094-1560236400-1560240000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois\, Illinois Life Span Program Monthly Webinar - How the Human Rights Authority Assists In Maintaining Rights
DESCRIPTION:Please register for The Arc of IL\, Illinois Life Span Program Lunchtime Webinar – How the Human Rights Authority Assists In Maintaining Rights on Jun 11\, 2019 12:00 PM CDT at: \nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/7893463642500067075 \nPresented by Gene Seaman. Gene is the managing administrator for the southern regions of the Human Rights Authority\, a division of the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission. In addition to managing\, Gene works on community outreach and marketing for the division. The Human Rights Authority serves as the investigatory body of the agency and serves people with disabilities throughout the state of Illinois. Prior to managing\, Gene worked as the Human Rights Authority Coordinator for the Peoria region for over 8 years.\nParticipants can expect to learn –\n• Examples of rights that HRA would investigate\n• Short description of the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission and the Human Rights Authorities role in the agency\n• How the HRA investigates complaints\n• Actual HRA investigations and results\n• Contact information for Human Rights Authority \nPlease note that no CEUs are provided for our Lunchtime Webinars. Thank you! \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nBrought to you by GoToWebinar®\nWebinars Made Easy®
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-illinois-life-span-program-monthly-webinar-how-the-human-rights-authority-assists-in-maintaining-rights/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190613T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190429T231404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10107-1560411000-1560420000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois Ligas Family Advocate Program Know Your Options and Family Meet & Greet Event
DESCRIPTION:This event is full. Please check our website for more events.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-ligas-family-advocate-program-know-your-options-and-family-meet-greet-event/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190625T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190625T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190529T001601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10133-1561438800-1561451400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Supported Employment Action Team - Speak Up to Get the Job You Want
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/supported-employment-action-team-speak-up-to-get-the-job-you-want/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190709T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190709T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190603T212849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10145-1562655600-1562659200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Illinois Life Span Program of The Arc of IL Lunchtime Webinar - The ABCs of Self-Directing Services
DESCRIPTION:Please register for The Illinois Life Span Program of The Arc of IL Lunchtime Webinar – The ABCs of Self-Directing Services on Jul 9\, 2019 12:00 PM CDT at: \nhttps://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3591835506847339019 \nThis webinar will provide an overview of the HBS program and key components and examples of how HBS resources can be used. An introduction to the Illinois Fiscal Agent\, ACES$\, and the services they provide\, as well as Self-Directed Assistance (SDA) and the role and responsibilities of a Self-Directed Assistant will be discussed. \nPresenters include: Ellen Morrissey\, Director of Family Support Services\, from Envision Unlimited\, Tasha Whiteside\, Director of Illinois Operations\, ACES$\, and Shirley Perez\, Director\, Ligas Family Advocate Program and Family Support Network \n Eileen Morrissey graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in Psychology.  She has been employed by Envision Unlimited for over 23 years. She is a QIPD and currently serves as the Director of Family Support Services for Envision Unlimited.  She has worked serving families in the Home-Based program since its inception. She currently serves over 120 families by providing Self Directed Assistance. \nTasha Whiteside is Director of Illinois Operations for ACES$ Financial Management Services with responsibility for the payroll operations\, enrollments and client care for over 3\,000 consumers in the State of Illinois. Tasha has spent her career working with people with disabilities in a variety of functions and roles. Prior to joining ACES$ in March of 2014\, Tasha spent six years with Ray Graham Association in administration\, program enhancement and life skills development. She began her career in direct support and Residential Services and was named Residential Services Director of the Year while at Frances House. One of Tasha’s core strengths and beliefs is that community partnership is essential to all non-profits and she continues to improve the connectedness and outreach of ACES$. Tasha is a National Deans List graduate of Governors State University with a degree in Psychology and she volunteers for KABOOM Project and Special Olympics. \nShirley A. Perez is the Program Director of the Ligas Family Advocate Program and Director of The Family Support Network of Illinois (FSN). Ms. Perez has thirty plus years of advocating and working with individuals and their families with disabilities. She has served in many volunteer positions and on various boards advocating for people with disabilities. She is a business graduate of Metropolitan Business College and Kaplan University. She operated her own business\, worked at an Independent Service Coordination Agency. She advocated for and assisted families in locating services by navigating the State system. In conjunction with the City of Chicago\, Federal Home Loan Bank and The Illinois Housing Development Authority\, she implemented a home-buying program for individuals with developmental and physical disabilities. She has worked as a Special Project Advocate with the Illinois Life Span Project; met with families/guardians to explain the transition process and listen to their concerns as their family members’ transition into the community from State Operated Developmental Centers. \nShe is the proud mother of an adult daughter (Tamekia)\, who lives in the community and utilizes Home Based Services. Ms. Perez’s passion for advocacy is fueled by her desire to help her daughter and others with disabilities reach their full potential. Her philosophy is\, “everyone can succeed with the right supports!” \nParticipants in this webinar can expect to learn: \n\nThe key components of the Home and Community-Based Medicaid Waiver\nThe differences between Home-Based and CILA Services\nThe responsibilities of those directing Home-Based Services\nThe roles and responsibilities of Developmental Disability Service Providers\, Independent Service Coordination Agencies\, Self-Direction Assistants\, Employers of Record\, and the role of the Illinois Fiscal Agent\, ACES$\nHow to explore strategies to maximize the available benefits of the Home-Based Services Program\nHow to identify resources and programs that can provide guidance and assistance\n\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nPlease note that there are no CEUs provided for participation in this webinar. Thank you. \nBrought to you by GoToWebinar® \nWebinars Made Easy®
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/illinois-life-span-program-of-the-arc-of-il-lunchtime-webinar-the-abcs-of-self-directing-services/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190717T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190717T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190528T215935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10130-1563341400-1563350400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois Ligas Family Advocate Program Know Your Options Event
DESCRIPTION:We are sorry this event is full.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-ligas-family-advocate-program-know-your-options-event-4/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190724T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190529T010736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10136-1563944400-1563957000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Supported Employment Action Team - Speak Up to Get the Job You Want
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/supported-employment-action-team-speak-up-to-get-the-job-you-want-3/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190730T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190730T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190601T014501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10142-1564462800-1564475400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Supported Employment Action Team - Speak Up to Get the Job You Want
DESCRIPTION:This Training has been cancelled.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/supported-employment-action-team-speak-up-to-get-the-job-you-want-4/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190814T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190814T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190726T203249Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10231-1565762400-1565771400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois Ligas Family Advocate Program Know Your Options
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-ligas-family-advocate-program-know-your-options/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190815T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190815T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190529T004840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10134-1565845200-1565857800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Supported Employment Action Team - Speak Up to Get the Job You Want
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/supported-employment-action-team-speak-up-to-get-the-job-you-want-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190820T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190820T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190717T191345Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10214-1566277200-1566289800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Supported Employment Action Team - Speak Up to Get the Job You Want
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/supported-employment-action-team-speak-up-to-get-the-job-you-want-5/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190828T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190828T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190715T201231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10184-1566968400-1566982800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois and The Alliance Fall 2019 Regional Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-and-the-alliance-fall-2019-regional-training-4/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190910T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190910T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190711T020728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10204-1568098800-1568102400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Illinois Life Span Program of The Arc of Illinois Lunchtime Webinar - Aging of Individuals with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Please register for Illinois Life Span Program Lunchtime Webinar – Aging of Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities on Sep 10\, 2019 12:00 PM CDT at:  https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4666100148670947084 \nPresented by Lieke van Heumen. Lieke is a Visiting Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Disability and Human Development at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). Her research focuses on aging of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. This presentation includes a brief introduction to aging of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities\, and provides an overview of challenges experienced by this population to age well and supports that can be provided. \nAgenda: \nIntroduction to aging with I/DD \nChallenges and supports \n\nHealth\nDementia\nSocial Relations\nDeath and Dying\n\nQuestions \nAbout our Presenter: Lieke van Heumen is a Visiting Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Disability and Human Development at the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC). Her research focuses on aging of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. She is a 2015 graduate of the PhD program in Disability Studies at UIC. She received both her undergraduate and master degrees in psychology with a specialization in gerontology from the Radboud University in the Netherlands. Lieke worked as a psychologist in five group homes for people with intellectual disabilities in the Netherlands. \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nPlease note that there are no CEUs provided for our Lunchtime webinars. Thank you! \nBrought to you by GoToWebinar® \nWebinars Made Easy® \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/illinois-life-span-program-of-the-arc-of-illinois-lunchtime-webinar-aging-of-individuals-with-intellectual-developmental-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190911T050000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190911T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190715T201251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10185-1568178000-1568192400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Arc of Illinois and The Alliance Fall 2019 Regional Training
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-arc-of-illinois-and-the-alliance-fall-2019-regional-training-5/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190912T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T172749
CREATED:20190701T215431Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200605T001932Z
UID:10170-1568275200-1568302200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Illinois Health Care Coverage Options and Benefits for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:Health Care Reform Brochure 2019
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/illinois-health-care-coverage-options-and-benefits-for-people-with-disabilities/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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