BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Arc of Illinois - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.thearcofil.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Arc of Illinois REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210302T212538Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210319T204435Z UID:13308-1616508000-1616511600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:WOW Meeting - ICDD 5 Yr Plan with Mariel Hamer-Sinclair (DJ Pump\, Pump it Up) DESCRIPTION:On Tuesday\, March 23\, our guest will be Mariel Hamer-Sinclair who will update us on the Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities 5 Year Plan and explain how we can make comments. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81069446373 \n  \nMeeting ID: 810 6944 6373 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,81069446373# US (Chicago) \n  \nDial by your location \n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n        Meeting ID: 810 6944 6373 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kZrNqzxbV \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/wow-meeting-icdd-5-yr-plan-with-mariel-hamer-sinclair-dj-pump-pump-it-up/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210302T155442Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T151208Z UID:13297-1616522400-1616527800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:TAP- The Autism Series DESCRIPTION:Topic #2  Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder \nPlease register at tap.Rockford@eastersealschicago.org \nRegistration is REQUIRED to receive the link. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/tap-the-autism-series-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T163000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20201016T210439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210217T232749Z UID:12196-1616576400-1616603400@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:9th Annual Informational Seminar DESCRIPTION:Click here for more information and to register\, https://thearcofillinois.salsalabs.org/9thannualligasinformationalseminar URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/9th-annual-informational-seminar/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events ORGANIZER;CN="The Arc of Illinois":MAILTO:becca@thearcofil.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T110000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210309T195945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T200035Z UID:13377-1616578200-1616583600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Disability Rights Consortium DESCRIPTION:Our speaker will be Pia Justesen\, a Danish human rights lawyer and writer. Pia lived in Chicago between 2014 and 2019 and wrote an oral history book “From the Periphery – Real-Life Stories of Disability”\, published by Chicago Review Press in 2020. The webinar will discuss universal topics like anger\, independence\, bigotry\, solidarity\, and love—in the family\, at school\, and the workplace. Focus will be on the disabling world and the harmful effects of discrimination and exclusion because of disability. But even more so\, the webinar will include stories of strong individuals\, their coping strategies\, and what they do to empower themselves and others. \nThe webinar will be via Zoom. To register\, go to: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rziPknbxSpOAGZ_AIeObuA \nThe session is eligible for 1.5 hours of CLE credit for Illinois attorneys. Captioning will be provided. If you need other accommodations to participate\, please contact me by Friday March 19. \nBarry C. Taylor   Equip for Equality barryt@equipforequality.org \n  \nFuture Disability Rights Consortium Meetings: \n\nJune 2\, 2021 – Special Education Legal Update – Professor Mark Weber\nJuly 28\, 2021 – Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities – Commissioner Rachel Arfa URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/disability-rights-consortium/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210325T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210325T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210111T165853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T165853Z UID:12789-1616673600-1616677200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Family to Family Health Information Center Webinar Series DESCRIPTION:Healthcare: School Health – What’s Available\, What’s New? \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_eXWnLlPmTFu8XCHF0lQK_g URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-to-family-health-information-center-webinar-series-3/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210325T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210325T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210302T212650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210319T204536Z UID:13309-1616680800-1616684400@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:WOW Meeting - Allison Stark talking about HCBS & Other Interesting Things DESCRIPTION:Our special guest will be our very own Director of The Division of Developmental Disabilities\, Allison Stark!  She will update us on all of the exciting things happening at the Division and then we will celebrate our anniversary! \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81069446373 \n  \nMeeting ID: 810 6944 6373 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,81069446373# US (Chicago) \n  \nDial by your location \n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n        Meeting ID: 810 6944 6373 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kZrNqzxbV \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/wow-meeting-allison-stark-talking-about-hcbs-other-interesting-things/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210327T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210327T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210107T203159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210107T203159Z UID:12761-1616839200-1616850000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Autism and Special Needs Expo DESCRIPTION:To help parents and service providers better connect \, Chicago Autism Network and The Answer Inc are teaming up to present the Autism & Special Needs Expo on Saturday\, March 27\, from 10am-1pm. At this virtual event\, parents and exhibitors will be able to connect on one user-friendly app. Exhibitors will be able to personalize their profiles with text\, images\, videos and downloadable PDF brochures. They can also connect their own Zoom accounts (or other video conferencing apps) to the platform\, enabling parents and service providers to see each other\, and have live conversations. Attendees can see exhibitors filtered according to categories to help them quickly connect with those who fit their needs. Attendees are further incentivized to interact with exhibitors with our passport contest\, where they get a stamp for interacting with exhibitors (liking\, messaging\, signing up for promos/emails). Attendees with the most stamps will be entered into a drawing for exciting prizes. \nAttendee registration is free.  https://www.chicagoautismnetwork.org/autism-special-needs-expo \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/autism-and-special-needs-expo/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210329T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210329T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210318T195235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T195235Z UID:13470-1617022800-1617030000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:DRS Home Services Virtual Town Hall DESCRIPTION:DRS is hosting a town hall.   This is a great opportunity to self-advocate and also hear what people who use Home Services are experiencing during this time. Please share with others! \nTO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT: \nSend an email to DHS.HSPCRP@illinois.gov with the following information:   \n\nFull Name\nAddress\nCity\nEmail Address and Phone Number\n\nPlease identify any reasonable accommodation  requests in the text of the email. CART captioning will be provided\, starting 15 minutes prior to the event. \nRegistration Deadline: Friday\, March 19\, 2021 URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/drs-home-services-virtual-town-hall/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210330T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210330T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210208T222356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210208T223522Z UID:13104-1617105600-1617109200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Rescheduled: Ditch the Diapers: Toilet Training for Children with Special Needs DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a special presentation on March 30 2021.  We have rescheduled Ditch the Diapers – Toilet Training for Children with Special Needs. Presented by Laura Brown\, M.Ed. Laura serves as a Disability Specialist at the Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays. Ms. Brown has extensive experience in designing and implementing interventions and differentiating instruction to meet children’s individual needs. As a former special education teacher focusing on students with autism\, she has worked in the public schools and the therapeutic day school setting. \nParticipants will learn answers to these common questions: \n\nHow to know if my child is ready?\nWhat do I need to set my child up for success and how do I use visuals?\nDo I need to use a reward or motivator?\nHow do I tackle common problems such as being scared to flush\, using too much toilet paper\, and other issues?\n\nRegister in advance for this webinar using the link listed below: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nbmRD6K7Tp-mAZMt0MAHwg \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nPlease note that no CEUs are provided for our Lunchtime Webinars. Thank you! URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/rescheduled-ditch-the-diapers-toilet-training-for-children-with-special-needs/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210330T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210330T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210302T155635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210304T151237Z UID:13298-1617127200-1617132600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:TAP - The Autism Series DESCRIPTION:Topic # 3 Basics of Behaviors and Simple Strategies \n  \nPlease register at tap.Rockford@eastersealschicago.org to receive the Zoom Link. Please submit any questions you would like\nanswered regarding the topics below. Registration is REQUIRED to receive the link. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/tap-the-autism-series-3/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210403T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210403T113000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210323T155246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T155835Z UID:13531-1617444000-1617449400@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:What is Autism Spectrum Disorder? presented by The Autism Program & Easter Seals Chicago DESCRIPTION:This is a series of trainings.    Increase your knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder You will also walk away with strategies to increase positive behavior and learn about resources available. There will be an opportunity to ask questions. \nAdditional dates are April 10 and April 17   10 – 11:30 am. \nRegistration is required.   Register at  tap.Rockford@eastersealschicago.org \n  \n  \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/what-is-autism-spectrum-disorder-presented-by-the-autism-program-easter-seals-chicago/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210315T145948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210406T143941Z UID:13435-1617717600-1617721200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:WOW Whatever! Creating a website DESCRIPTION:WOW we will help one of our favorite presenters\, Colton\, create a helpful website about mental health including what is helpful and what people with disabilities want other people to know. \n  \nStarting in April 2021\,  WOW meetings will be held  on Tuesday at 2 pm and at 3:30 pm.  Thursday meetings have been discontinued. \n  \nJoin Zoom Meeting  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81069446373 \n  \nMeeting ID: 810 6944 6373 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,81069446373# US (Chicago) \n  \nDial by your location \n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \nMeeting ID: 810 6944 6373 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kZrNqzxbV \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/wow-whatever-open-topics/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210301T155308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210301T155308Z UID:13279-1617735600-1617739200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Abilities Speakers series featuring Hannah Foley sponsored by Glenview Education Foundation DESCRIPTION:Hannah Foley \nA personal perspective of a young adult\, blogger and upcoming Assistive Technology Professional who uses Augmentative\nand Alternative Communication (AAC). \nTINYURL.COM/D34ABILITIES2  (PASSCODE AAC) \nTranslation available in Spanish\, Korean and Mongolian URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/abilities-speakers-series-featuring-hannah-foley-sponsored-by-glenview-education-foundation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210324T162809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T162809Z UID:13552-1617818400-1617822000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Autism Spectrum Disorder Support Group presented by The Autism Program of EasterSeals DESCRIPTION:Presenters:   “Megan Forristall is a Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration. Megan has worked for the agency for 16 years and in the Public Affairs position for 4 years. She is based in Peru\, Illinois and covers much of Northern and North Central Illinois. Megan will be joined by her colleague Elida Elizondo\, a bilingual Public Affairs Specialists based in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin. Elida has been with the agency for almost 25 years and became a Public Affairs Specialist July of 2020.” \nPlease register to tap.rockford@eastersealschicago.org to receive the Zoom Link. Please submit any questions or ideas you would\nlike answered or shared regarding the topics below. Registration is REQUIRED to receive the link. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/autism-spectrum-disorder-support-group-presented-by-the-autism-program-of-easterseals/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210410T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210410T113000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210323T155506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T155506Z UID:13532-1618048800-1618054200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorder presented by The Autism Program and Easter Seals Chicago DESCRIPTION:This is a series of trainings.  Increase your knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder. You will also walk away with strategies to increase positive behavior and learn about resources available.  There will be an opportunity to ask questions. \nAdditional date April 17   10 am. – 11:30 am. \nRegistration is required   Register at tap.Rockford@eastersealschicago.org URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/understanding-autism-spectrum-disorder-presented-by-the-autism-program-and-easter-seals-chicago/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210219T214053Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T214053Z UID:13209-1618315200-1618318800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:For Those Who Fly with Service Animals\, New Rules Mean Big Changes”\, presented by Melanie Brunson\, Chair of the Advocacy Committee for Guide Dog Users\, Inc. DESCRIPTION:Register in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UvX-LNb6SfapHZ3VERIF4A \n  \nParticipants will learn about \n\nthe new definition of the term “service animal” which is now limited to dogs only;\npsychiatric service animals are now considered service animals and can travel with their handler on an airplane;\nnew rules for passengers traveling with emotional support animals;\nnew rules that allow airlines to require passengers traveling with service animals to provide information about their animal’s health and training before they can fly;\nand other changes you may want to know about before you decide to travel again by air!\n\n  \nAbout our presenter:  Melanie Brunson is a person with a visual disability who uses a service dog. She is also a retired disability rights attorney.  She spent 21 years working in Washington D.C. to promote legislation and federal programs that improve the quality of life for people with disabilities\, particularly people with visual impairments and people who travel with service dogs. She is also a member of Guide Dog Users\, Inc. an affiliate of the American Council of the Blind and currently chairs their Advocacy committee. \n  \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \n  \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/for-those-who-fly-with-service-animals-new-rules-mean-big-changes-presented-by-melanie-brunson-chair-of-the-advocacy-committee-for-guide-dog-users-inc/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T170000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210315T150119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T145410Z UID:13436-1618322400-1618333200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:WOW Whatever! Money (Financial Capability & Access to Financial Services) DESCRIPTION:We will have the third session of Money!  \n  \nGot questions about banking\, bring them with you! The training team from National Disability Institute will be on hand to help us understand “Financial Capability” which means the “How well we do with money and what do we need to do better”!  Join us TUESDAY ONLY April 13 at 2 and/or 3:30.  \nIf you have any questions please let us know. \nLeanne\, Richard\, Chuy\, Becca and Da Wen \nNOTE:  Starting in April 2021\,  WOW meetings will be held  on Tuesdays at 2 pm and at 3:30 pm.  Thursday meetings have been discontinued. \n  \nJoin Zoom Meeting  \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81069446373 \n  \nMeeting ID: 810 6944 6373 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,81069446373# US (Chicago) \n  \nDial by your location \n        +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \nMeeting ID: 810 6944 6373 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kZrNqzxbV URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/wow-whatever-money-financial-capability-access-to-financial-services/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210324T163312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T163312Z UID:13551-1618336800-1618342200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Autism Spectrum Disorder Diagnosis (ASD) & School Eligibility Presented by The Autism Program EasterSeals DESCRIPTION:Attendees will \nDiscuss the criteria for diagnosis of ASD \nLearn about autism eligibility for special education \nUnderstand the differences and similarities between the two \n  \nRegistration is required.  Email  tap.rockford@eastersealschicago.org  by April 12th URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/autism-spectrum-disorder-diagnosis-asd-school-eligibility-presented-by-the-autism-program-easterseals/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210222T165235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210222T165959Z UID:13215-1618401600-1618405200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Virtual Know Your Options DESCRIPTION:Intro to Ligas Family Advocate Program \n\nUnderstand the Home & Community Medicaid Waiver\nKnow the role the Independent Service Coordinator\nMeet Service Provider: UCP Seguin\n\nQuestions? Contact us: 708-331-7370 \nShakari Asbury -shakari@thearcofil.org \nRuth Aguilar – ruth@thearcofil.org \nREGISTER: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7leZHAqfQQidwydrRzZe9w \n  \nLFA Program is funded by ILDHS URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-virtual-know-your-options-13/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210415T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210415T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210106T173525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T173525Z UID:12716-1618488000-1618491600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Virtual Know Your Options DESCRIPTION:Join us for a short introduction to the Medicaid Home and Community Based\nWaiver\, including developmental disability support/service options\, types of\nservice management\, and a review of core resources and support agencies. We\nwill review key steps that families need to take in order to be prepared to\nparticipate in planning. The presentations will be facilitated monthly by the Ligas\nFamily Advocate team. Any family or self- advocate who received a 2021 letter of\nEarly Notification from DHS regarding a likely PUNS selection in mid-2021 is\ninvited to participate virtually through Zoom. Each session will have a short\npresentation and 30-minute Q & A and discussion. Join one or sign into all of\nthem. \nClick here to register\, https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NqWUhHFfRvmr004MmuJ8Dw URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-virtual-know-your-options-4/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210417T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210417T113000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210323T155719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210323T155719Z UID:13533-1618653600-1618659000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Basics of Behaviors & Simple Strategies presented by The Autism Program & Easter Seals Chicago DESCRIPTION:Increase your knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder. You will also walk away with strategies to increase positive behavior and learn about resources available. There will be an opportunity to ask questions. \nRegistration is required.  Register at tap.Rockford@eastersealschicago.org URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/basics-of-behaviors-simple-strategies-presented-by-the-autism-program-easter-seals-chicago/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T123000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210324T164842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T164842Z UID:13554-1618916400-1618921800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:What Can My Chromebook Do For My Child & Me? Universal Features of a Chromebook to Enhance Learning presented by Family Matters DESCRIPTION:Join us for a webinar  click on link    Register now! \nMost of our children are using a Chromebook in school or at home. There are many features built into the Chromebook that can enhance reading and writing. For example\, text can be read out loud to increase reading comprehension and your voice can be used to input text on the screen. These features can make a difference for our students while attending school or learning at home. Come check it out and you may learn of a feature or two for yourself! \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/what-can-my-chromebook-do-for-my-child-me-universal-features-of-a-chromebook-to-enhance-learning-presented-by-family-matters/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210315T150250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T140700Z UID:13437-1618927200-1618927200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:No WOW meeting DESCRIPTION:Next meeting will take place May 4 2021 URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/no-wow-meeting-this-week-register-for-disability-policy-seminar/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210421T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210422T163000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20201109T165737Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T190519Z UID:12342-1618992000-1619109000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:71st Annual Convention DESCRIPTION:Annual Convention Website and Registration – https://www.thearcofil.org/71st-annual-convention/ URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/71st-annual-convention/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210423T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210423T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210308T230220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T150432Z UID:13372-1619179200-1619182800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Ligas Family Advocate Virtual Know Your Options DESCRIPTION:Intro to Ligas Family Advocate Program \nUnderstand the Home & Community Medicaid Waiver \nKnow the role the Independent Service Coordinator \nLearn about service providers \nRegister: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YrdD2gIhRoSB0TNn_g5vyw \nQuestions? Contact us: 708-331-7370 \nShakari Asbury -shakari@thearcofil.org \nRuth Aguilar – ruth@thearcofil.org \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-virtual-know-your-options-14/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210427T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210427T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210325T195557Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210325T195653Z UID:13582-1619517600-1619524800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Going Home Advocacy Day DESCRIPTION:Going Home Advocacy Day – Real Choices for EVERYONE \nJoin hundreds of self-advocates and allies in speaking up and speaking out in support of community living for people with disabilities. \nTuesday\, April 27\, 2021\, 10AM \nVirtually Rally on Zoom \nRegister – https://thearcofillinois.salsalabs.org/goinghomerally2021 URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/going-home-advocacy-day/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210427T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210427T123000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210324T165238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T165238Z UID:13555-1619521200-1619526600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:What can my iPhone & iPad do for my child and me? Universal Features of an iPad to Enhance Learning DESCRIPTION:Presented by Family Matters PTIC \nClick on the link  Register now! \n  \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/what-can-my-iphone-ipad-do-for-my-child-and-me-universal-features-of-an-ipad-to-enhance-learning/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210427T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210427T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210315T150416Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210416T140613Z UID:13438-1619532000-1619535600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:No WOW Meeting DESCRIPTION:Next WOW meeting will take place on  5/4/2021 URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/wow-meeting-recap-of-the-going-home-rally/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210428T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210428T120000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210204T162343Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210204T162343Z UID:13054-1619607600-1619611200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Building Back Better: US Disability Policy DESCRIPTION:A local advocate will host a conversation with two national disability advocates on potentially hopeful solutions that are anticipated following the first 100 days of the new Biden Administration in Washington DC. \nSpeakers: \n\nLiz Weintraub\, Senior Advocacy Specialist\, AUCD (Association of University Centers on Disabilities)\n\n·    Andrew J. Weintraub\, Executive Director\, Disability Rights \n\n\n\nPlease register for each program individually\, either by phone 773.508.1106 or by clicking on buttons provided below. \n  \nEach program will provide 1 free CEU for Illinois professionals with the following licenses: LSW\, LCSW\, LPC\, LCPC\, QIDP\n\n\n\nRegister Now \n  \nAccommodations: \nClosed captioning of this program will be provided by CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) services. To request additional accommodations or ask any other questions about this program\, contact us at 773.508.1106 or Linkages@cje.net. \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/building-back-better-us-disability-policy/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210428T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210428T130000 DTSTAMP:20260418T084012 CREATED:20210111T165937Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210111T165937Z UID:12790-1619611200-1619614800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Family to Family Health Information Center Webinar Series DESCRIPTION:Healthcare – Get Covered IL – Marketplace Subsidies and Cost-Sharing \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EpOsyhUcRx-lIj9ZswWy2A URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-to-family-health-information-center-webinar-series-4/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR