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SUMMARY:Entrenamiento Intensivo -Servicios Basados en el Hogar
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately\, the Spanish HBS Bootcamp has to be postponed due to scheduling conflicts. We continue to work hard to provide you with great resources and trainings. Stay tuned\, we will keep you informed of the new dates. \n  \nDesafortunadamente es evento virtual sera pospuesto hasta nuevo aviso. Hemos tenido conflictos de programacion de calendario con otros presentadores. Les rogamos nos disculpe y le mantendremos informado de la nueva fecha. \nGracias y mil disculpas. \n  \nPreguntas? Megan@thearcofil.org; Ruth@thearcofil.org;\nShakari@thearcofil.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/entrenamiento-intensivo-servicios-basados-en-el-hogar/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210819T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210819T131500
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210716T145336Z
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SUMMARY:Visual Supports for Social Emotional Learning sponsored by Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays (RCADD)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Laura Brown\, MA      Workshop will be given in English \nREGISTER ONLINE AT | REGISTRO POR INTERNET: Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays Events | Eventbrite \nAll workshops will take place online using the Zoom platform. Registration for each month’s workshops will open two weeks prior to the start of the month. \nEntrenamientos serán virtualmente\, sobre la plataforma de Zoom. Registración para los talleres abrirá dos semanas antes del principio del mes que el taller está programado para. \nQuestions? Please reach out to us at rcaddwest@gmail.com. Preguntas? Escriba a rcaddwest@gmail.com \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/visual-supports-for-social-emotional-learning-sponsored-by-resource-center-for-autism-developmental-delays-rcadd/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210820T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210820T131500
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210524T175825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210716T145503Z
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SUMMARY:Not So Puzzling workshop sponsored by Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays (RCADD)
DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Angela Duffy\, MS \nREGISTER ONLINE AT | REGISTRO POR INTERNET: Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays Events | Eventbrite \nAll workshops will take place online using the Zoom platform. Registration for each month’s workshops will open two weeks prior to the start of the month. \nEntrenamientos serán virtualmente\, sobre la plataforma de Zoom. Registración para los talleres abrirá dos semanas antes del principio del mes que el taller está programado para. \nQuestions? Please reach out to us at rcaddwest@gmail.com. Preguntas? Escriba a rcaddwest@gmail.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/not-so-puzzling-sponsored-by-resource-center-for-autism-developmental-delays-rcadd/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210111T183534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210311T223317Z
UID:12801-1629892800-1629896400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family to Family Health Information Center Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Attorney General Health Care Bureau: How they can help you resolve healthcare insurance disputes \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_8OIeJStZScyeq_gpkRVyQA
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-to-family-health-information-center-webinar-series-7/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T140000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210728T211623Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210728T211623Z
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SUMMARY:The Black Side of Autism sponsored by AMCHP and SPHARC
DESCRIPTION:The AMCHP State Public Health Autism Resource Center (SPHARC) is excited to host a free virtual workshop\, \nMaria Davis-Pierre\, President & CEO of Autism in Black\, will lead this informative and engaging workshop that looks at autism from a cultural perspective and addresses stigma around autism within the Black community. Workshop participants will: \n\nLearn the importance of cultural competence and the important role it plays in the Black disability community\nGain knowledge on how your own biases and unknown ableist views may affect your work\nLearn how to have culturally responsible discussions with parents and educators\n\n  \nTitle V MCH & CYSHCN leaders\, autistic individuals and their families\, students and peer mentors\, public health professionals\, and others wanting to learn more about supporting and accepting autistic individuals are encouraged to participate. \nRegister for “The Black Side of Autism” at: https://bit.ly/SPHARC_AugWebinar. \nPlease contact Maura Leahy (mleahy@amchp.org) with any questions.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-black-side-of-autism-sponsored-by-amchp-and-spharc/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210825T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210820T180131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210820T180723Z
UID:14863-1629903600-1629909000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Customized Employment Webinar Series for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities & Families presented by Marc Gold & Associates    Webinar Part 1
DESCRIPTION:The Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities (ICDD) in partnership with nationally known training experts from Marc Gold & Associates (MG&A) is happy to offer a trio of webinars on the benefit and the importance of Customized Employment (CE) for individuals with developmental disabilities\, families\, and other interested members of the public. These webinars are FREE to those who register to participate. \nThrough these webinars\, attendees will learn about: \n\nPrinciples & the Essential Elements of CE\nCE processes\, activities & documentation\nThe person-centered planning aspects of CE\nThe important role that families have in the CE process\n\nWhat is CE and why is it important? \nCE proceeds from the belief that all people\, regardless of their disabilities\, can work. \nThe foundation is learning when a person is at their best in order to translate that information into an integrated community work environment that is designed to match and meet the specific abilities of the individual with a significant disability and the business needs of the employer.  Customized Employment (CE) is a critical concept for assuring employment for all. \nClick here to   Register \nThe dates for the webinars are: \nWebinar 1: Wednesday August 25\, 2021 from 3 – 4:30pm CT – (register today) \nWebinar 2: Wednesday\, December 15\, 2021 from 3 – 4:30pm CT (registration will be shared at a later date) \nWebinar 3: Tuesday\, March 15\, 2021 from 3 – 4:30pm CT (registration will be shared at a later date) \nIn Webinar #1\, MG&A will provide an overview on the fundamental principles and concepts of CE.  Webinars 2 & 3 will build off of these fundamental concepts to provide additional information and key insights important to the perspectives of the employment seeker and the family and pertaining to the process\, documentation and outcomes of CE.  These webinars will be archived by ICDD so that they are available for later viewing.   \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/customized-employment-webinar-series-for-individuals-with-developmental-disabilities-families-presented-by-marc-gold-associates-webinar-part-1/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210826T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
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SUMMARY:Understanding PUNS Funding for Developmental Support sponsored by The AMITA Health Autism Spectrum & Developmental Disorders Resource Center Seminar Series:
DESCRIPTION:This month’s presenter will provide an overview of Prioritization of Urgency of Needs (PUNS) funding for developmental disability support needs. \nPresenters: Mindy-Melinda Propst and Jennifer Rowzee\, Assistant Program Manager\nService\, Inc. of Illinois \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify who qualifies for PUNS funding.\nUnderstand how to get started or enrolled in supportive services and funding.\nUnderstand what services can be accessed through PUNS funding\n\nRegister here
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/understanding-puns-funding-for-developmental-support-sponsored-by-the-amita-health-autism-spectrum-developmental-disorders-resource-center-seminar-series/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210828T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210828T140000
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CREATED:20210706T191410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210706T191428Z
UID:14482-1630144800-1630159200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Special Olympics Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Humboldt Park\n1301 N. Humboldt Dr.\, Chicago\, IL 60622 \nSpecial Olympics Family Fun Day Registration Link \n2021 Special Olympics Family Fun Fair Registration (google.com) \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/special-olympics-family-fun-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210830T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210830T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210812T153230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T153230Z
UID:14790-1630324800-1630330200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Inclusion is a Lifelong Journey
DESCRIPTION:Presenters:  Nancy and Bridget Brown \n https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/219278219391966732 \nJoin us for a free webinar about inclusion and how it is a lifelong journey. Inclusion is a life\nquest and is woven into the tapestry of our lives. Nancy and Bridget have been on a lifelong quest\nto design inclusive environments for individuals with disabilities. They believe that we never\nsegregate people we value and to be valued is the basic core of our human experience. Bridget is an\ninspiring young woman with Down Syndrome and she will share her story. Nancy will share her journey\nadvocating for Bridget and others to be included. This webinar is for everyone – Self advocates\,\nparents\, and people of all ages who care about helping people live full and inclusive lives. \nBridget Brown is a young woman with Down syndrome who encourages people to “DWELL IN THE POSSIBILITIES”. She is a strong advocate of inclusive education and community living. Bridget is a national public speaker\, an actress\, and a person centered planning coach. She helps people open their minds\, hearts and doors to include people of different abilities. Bridget is the second vice president of the National Association for Down Syndrome where she spearheaded a public speaker training program and a self-advocacy group.  She is the recipient of many state and national awards. Bridget is the co-founder of her organization called BUTTERFLIES FOR CHANGE.  \nNancy Brown has worked with and for individuals with disabilities most of her life. She advocated for her daughter Bridget to be the first students with a disability to be included. Nancy worked with Microboards and was an inclusion consultant for ISBE (Project CHOICES). Nancy and her daughter Bridget  are national inclusion educators through their organization called Butterflies for Change.    Nancy specializes in inclusive education; person centered planning life design\, adaptations& accommodations\, parent issues\, inclusive social emotional models of support\, organizational development\, transition\, storytelling\, as well as access and equity for all students. She is the co- author of Models of Support and Kid Konnections.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/inclusion-is-a-lifelong-journey/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210830T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210830T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210830T180500Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T180500Z
UID:14911-1630350000-1630353600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Tips on Potty Training your child with Special Needs
DESCRIPTION:Mrs. Janice Turner Haywood\, Occupational Therapist will give tips on: \n\nPotty Training Readiness in Children With Special Needs\nPotty Training Techniques\nPotty Training Tips\nHow to Use Positive Practice\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister here
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/tips-on-potty-training-your-child-with-special-needs/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210831T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210831T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210106T174618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T174618Z
UID:12720-1630432800-1630436400@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_IYf62bwkT-CrYlUDLlAhcw
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-virtual-know-your-options-8/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210302T222429Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T155646Z
UID:13310-1630483200-1630508400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Illinois Health Care Coverage Options and Benefits Information for People with Disabilities
DESCRIPTION:  \nPresented by The Arc of Illinois Family to Family Health Information Center and Family Voices \nClick Here to Register and See Brochure\, https://thearcofillinois.salsalabs.org/healthcare2021 \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/illinois-health-care-coverage-options-and-benefits-information-for-people-with-disabilities-4/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210902T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210902T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210812T153444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T153444Z
UID:14791-1630609200-1630612800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Designing a Life Using Person-Centered Planning
DESCRIPTION:Presenters:  Nancy and Bridget Brown \n https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/6968333478356161294 \nJoin us for this webinar to learn more about tools and strategies to help people design full and\nproductive lives filled with possibilities. Participants will hear how Bridget Brown\, a self-advocate\, used person centered planning to help her find her own voice and present at her own IEP meetings. She believes that this tool helped her learn how to speak for herself and advocate for others as well. Nancy will share her journey using person centered planning to present at Bridget’s meetings so that the educational team would keep Bridget at the heart of the meeting and focus on the possibilities and dreams. She will share her Parents Review design to help parents find their own voice. \nBridget Brown is a young woman with Down syndrome who encourages people to “DWELL IN THE POSSIBILITIES”. She is a strong advocate of inclusive education and community living. Bridget is a national public speaker\, an actress\, and a person centered planning coach. She helps people open their minds\, hearts and doors to include people of different abilities. Bridget is the second vice president of the National Association for Down Syndrome where she spearheaded a public speaker training program and a self-advocacy group.  She is the recipient of many state and national awards. Bridget is the co-founder of her organization called BUTTERFLIES FOR CHANGE.  \nNancy Brown has worked with and for individuals with disabilities most of her life. She advocated for her daughter Bridget to be the first students with a disability to be included. Nancy worked with Microboards and was an inclusion consultant for ISBE (Project CHOICES). Nancy and her daughter Bridget  are national inclusion educators through their organization called Butterflies for Change.    Nancy specializes in inclusive education; person centered planning life design\, adaptations& accommodations\, parent issues\, inclusive social emotional models of support\, organizational development\, transition\, storytelling\, as well as access and equity for all students. She is the co- author of Models of Support and Kid Konnections.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/designing-a-life-using-person-centered-planning/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210908T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210908T153000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210902T201354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T201757Z
UID:14952-1631109600-1631115000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Setting the Stage: The Importance of Being Connected and Working in Unity
DESCRIPTION:The new Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center (DETAC) will be hosting a three-part provider transformation series. This series is intended for Centers for Independent Living (CIL) and Councils on Developmental Disabilities (Councils) and other interested partners in how they can engage with and support the transformation of disability service providers to offer new\, integrated person-centered services such as (but not limited to) customized employment/discovery\, supported employment and financial capability into their programs for individuals with significant disabilities. Guest speakers from the field will share their experiences with transformation by outlining high-impact strategies\, evidence-based practices\, and real-life examples\, including lessons learned. \nPlease note: Space is limited\nRegistration closes at 11:59pm EST on Friday\, September 3rd.\nAPPLY NOW at: https://forms.gle/FtALz4nQa6CMZ7Gu5 \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/setting-the-stage-the-importance-of-being-connected-and-working-in-unity/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210908T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210908T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210830T185310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T185535Z
UID:14916-1631120400-1631125800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Relationships and Sexuality Education Groups for Autistic Young Adults
DESCRIPTION:This September we are excited to announce that we will be offering a 3-day virtual course  Sept 8 – 10 2021 focusing on healthy relationships and sexuality for autistic young adults! Groups will meet three times a week for 90-minute group sessions on zoom.       1st option:  5-6:30 pm   2nd option 6:30 – 8 pm \nThe topics that will be discussed will include: \n\nGender identity and expression\nRelationships and friendships\nConsent\nPublic and private\nCommunication and social media\nDecision making and communicating about sex\n\nSessions will be free of charge and open to individuals ages 17-30 who identify as autistic. In order to keep the groups small and encourage participation\, each group will have 10-12 people. \nGroup members will be asked to fill out a brief\, online information packet in order to register for the sessions. Group members will also be asked to complete a series of brief questionnaires before and after the training. \nIf you\, or someone you know\, is interested in signing up or would like more information\, please reach out to Jessi Hinman via email (jhinma2@uic.edu). \nFunding provided by The Autism Intervention Network for Physical Health\, The Autism Program of IL and IL Department of Human Services
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/healthy-relationships-and-sexuality-for-autistic-young-adults/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210803T144901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T144901Z
UID:14678-1631188800-1631192400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Social Skill Success Strategies for Home\, School & Community sponsored by Family Matters PTIC
DESCRIPTION:Our presenter: \nNel Daymon\, MS\, CCC-SLP Nel is a speech-language pathologist\, former Early Intervention Provider\, classroom teacher\, trainer\, behavioral support specialist\, and currently has her own company providing educational and behavioral consulting services to school districts\, families\, local\, state\, and national organizations. She is in the works to publish a Complete Manual for Behavioral Assessment and Intervention plus eventually a series of children’s books. Nel looks forward to your webinar participation! \nRegister at\nSocial Skill Success Strategies for Home\, School & Community | Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (fmptic.org) \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSocial Skills Tips and Tricks for All Ages and Awesomeness\nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/social-skill-success-strategies-for-home-school-community-sponsored-by-family-matters-ptic/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210907T150316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T150316Z
UID:14966-1631188800-1631192400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:PUNS: Understanding Changes and Moving Between Waiver Services sponsored by JCFS
DESCRIPTION:This presentation will be helpful to people with disabilities and their families\, as well as professionals that support the community impacted by the PUNS list. Join guest speaker Ruth Aguilar\, Ligas Family Advocate\, from The Arc of Illinois for an overview of PUNS. Learn more about qualifications\, requirements to enroll\, prioritization\, the benefits of being on the PUNS list\, and steps to help in the process. Q&A will be available. \nThis event is free and open to the public. Continuing education credits are available for QIDP’s. \nRegistration is required. To register please click on the link: https://jcfs.formstack.com/forms/puns or call Kathryn Dougherty at 773-765-3158 to register. \nYou will receive a Zoom link to participate via email the day prior to the session. \nFor help with registration\, and for any accommodations\, please contact kathryndougherty@JCFS.org
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/puns-understanding-changes-and-moving-between-waiver-services-sponsored-by-jcfs/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210902T202042Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T202042Z
UID:14956-1631206800-1631210400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Autism & Genetics from The SPARK team at Rush University Medical Center
DESCRIPTION:Join the SPARK team at Rush University Medical Center for an upcoming parent & provider training. This training will feature Dr. Cesar Ochoa\, Developmental and Behavioral Pediatrician and will include:\n• An overview of genetics\n• Understanding the role of genetics in autism\n• Access to research opportunities to learn more about your child’s autism \n  \nRegister here
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/understanding-autism-genetics-from-the-spark-team-at-rush-university-medical-center/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210830T185415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T185559Z
UID:14917-1631206800-1631212200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Relationships and Sexuality Education Groups for Autistic Young Adults
DESCRIPTION:This September we are excited to announce that we will be offering a 3-day virtual course  Sept 8 – 10 2021 focusing on healthy relationships and sexuality for autistic young adults! Groups will meet three times a week for 90-minute group sessions on zoom.       1st option:  5-6:30 pm   2nd option 6:30 – 8 pm \nThe topics that will be discussed will include: \n\nGender identity and expression\nRelationships and friendships\nConsent\nPublic and private\nCommunication and social media\nDecision making and communicating about sex\n\nSessions will be free of charge and open to individuals ages 17-30 who identify as autistic. In order to keep the groups small and encourage participation\, each group will have 10-12 people. \nGroup members will be asked to fill out a brief\, online information packet in order to register for the sessions. Group members will also be asked to complete a series of brief questionnaires before and after the training. \nIf you\, or someone you know\, is interested in signing up or would like more information\, please reach out to Jessi Hinman via email (jhinma2@uic.edu). \nFunding provided by The Autism Intervention Network for Physical Health\, The Autism Program of IL and IL Department of Human Services
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/healthy-relationships-and-sexuality-education-for-autistic-young-adults/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210910T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210910T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210830T185514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T185514Z
UID:14918-1631293200-1631298600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Healthy Relationships and Sexuality Education Groups for Autistic Young Adults
DESCRIPTION:This September we are excited to announce that we will be offering a 3-day virtual course  Sept 8 – 10 2021 focusing on healthy relationships and sexuality for autistic young adults! Groups will meet three times a week for 90-minute group sessions on zoom.       1st option:  5-6:30 pm   2nd option 6:30 – 8 pm \nThe topics that will be discussed will include: \n\nGender identity and expression\nRelationships and friendships\nConsent\nPublic and private\nCommunication and social media\nDecision making and communicating about sex\n\nSessions will be free of charge and open to individuals ages 17-30 who identify as autistic. In order to keep the groups small and encourage participation\, each group will have 10-12 people. \nGroup members will be asked to fill out a brief\, online information packet in order to register for the sessions. Group members will also be asked to complete a series of brief questionnaires before and after the training. \nIf you\, or someone you know\, is interested in signing up or would like more information\, please reach out to Jessi Hinman via email (jhinma2@uic.edu). \nFunding provided by The Autism Intervention Network for Physical Health\, The Autism Program of IL and IL Department of Human Services
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/healthy-relationships-and-sexuality-education-groups-for-autistic-young-adults/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210902T202222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T202222Z
UID:14957-1631440800-1631448000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Autism Event: Outdoor Research & Ice Cream Social from The SPARK team at Rush University Medical Center
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, September 12 |10 AM – 2 PM  \nJoin us for an outdoor autism research event and get support with registering for SPARK\, the largest genetic study of autism ever!  Stay for ice cream\, music and games with the teams from Rush & Dynamic Links! Open to individuals with autism of all ages and their families. \nEvento Para el Autismo: Investigacion y Social de Nieve \nDomingo\, Septiembre 12 |10 AM – 2 PM  \n¡Únase a nosotros para un evento de investigación sobre el autismo al aire libre y obtenga ayuda para registrarse en SPARK\, el estudio genético sobre el autismo más grande de la historia!\n¡Quédate para disfrutar de helados\, música y juegos con los equipos de Rush & Dynamic Links! Abierto a personas con autismo de todas las edades y sus familias. \nRSVP here | RSVP aquí \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/autism-event-outdoor-research-ice-cream-social-from-the-spark-team-at-rush-university-medical-center/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210913T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210913T150000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210831T222149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210831T222149Z
UID:14934-1631538000-1631545200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Employment Webinar: What’s New\, What’s Now!
DESCRIPTION:Presenters: \n\nJeanine Zlockie\, Director of Special Projects\, National Association of State Directors of Developmental Disabilities Services\nCasey Burke\, Supported Employment Administrator\, Division of Developmental Disabilities\n\nDuring National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)\, join the Supported Employment Leadership Network and the IL  Division of Developmental Disabilities to discuss the national landscape of employment supports for people with I/DD.  Learn about proposed and pending changes to SEP services\, rates and requirements. \nLink to register:  https://illinois.webex.com/illinois/j.php?MTID=e6534f3d06e3a4bb6f74a2d7de0754d59 \nQuestions: Christina Suggs at Christina.Suggs@illinois.gov
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/employment-webinar-whats-new-whats-now/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210908T135906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T135906Z
UID:14974-1631617200-1631620800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Power of Sleep: How Sleep and Rest Help Your Advocacy!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for this month’s Healthy Living Chit Chat where we’ll discover the power of SLEEP!  Come and hear about how sleep is connected to good energy\, thinking\, work\, and mental health.  We’ll also talk about tips and tricks to help improve your sleep too. \nTuesday\, September 14\, 2021 at 11am. \nJoin here – Meeting ID: 856 6483 8795.  Passcode: 774892. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-power-of-sleep-how-sleep-and-rest-help-your-advocacy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210107T151735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210805T141952Z
UID:12745-1631620800-1631624400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS Lunchtime Webinar: Helping People Design Full and Productive Lives Using Person Centered Planning
DESCRIPTION:Presenter Names: Bridget Brown and Nancy Brown \nBridget and Nancy will give an overview of person centered planning to inform the participants about the concept.  Bridget will share how she used person centered planning every year to present at her own IEP meetings when she was in school. She will share how important it is to help students find their own voice and share their hopes and dreams. Bridget will explain how this process has helped her design her life. Nancy will share how she discovered  centered planning when Bridget was a very young child. This process provided direction and was the key to successful advocacy for Bridget and many others she has worked with over the years.  Participants will leave with a clear understanding of person centered planning and solid successful tools and strategies that parents and self advocates can use. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_KdVthh8jSBCbUKajdGk3mA \n  \nPresenter info: \nBridget Brown is a young woman with Down Syndrome who inspires everyone she meets. She encourages people to DWELL IN THE POSSIBILITIES.  She was one of the first students fully included throughout her educational journey. Now Bridget is a national speaker and a strong advocate of inclusive education and community-based living. Bridget helps people with disabilities find their voice and discover their gifts and strengths.   She has her own advocacy organization called BUTTERFLIES FOR CHANGE & she dreams of a world where all people can live full and inclusive lives. \nNancy Brown has worked with  individuals with disabilities most of her life. She advocated for her daughter Bridget to be the first student with a disability to be included. Nancy worked with Microboards and was a State inclusion consultant for ISBE (Project CHOICES). Nancy and her daughter Bridget  are national inclusion educators through their organization called Butterflies for Change.  Nancy specializes in inclusive education; person centered planning life design\, adaptations & accommodations\, parent training\, inclusive social emotional models of support\, organizational development\, transition\, storytelling\, as well as access and equity for all students. She is the co- author of Models of Support and Kid Konnections. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-lunchtime-webinar-more-information-to-come-2/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210803T145432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T145432Z
UID:14680-1631620800-1631624400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Is Your Child Always in Trouble?  sponsored by Family Matters PTIC
DESCRIPTION:Our presenter: \nNel Daymon\, MS\, CCC-SLP Nel is a speech-language pathologist\, former Early Intervention Provider\, classroom teacher\, trainer\, behavioral support specialist\, and currently has her own company providing educational and behavioral consulting services to school districts\, families\, local\, state\, and national organizations. She is in the works to publish a Complete Manual for Behavioral Assessment and Intervention plus eventually a series of children’s books. Nel looks forward to your webinar participation \nDoes your child or student spend more time in the principal’s office than the classroom? If so\, meet with us for valuable tips and tweaks to assist all learners and minimize those pesky behavioral referrals. After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \nRegister now!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/is-your-child-always-in-trouble-sponsored-by-family-matters-ptic/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210908T203207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T203207Z
UID:14986-1631642400-1631649600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Six Principles of IDEA:  Special Education Rights Webinar sponsored by FRCD
DESCRIPTION:Are you concerned about the new school year? Does your child have a history of struggling in school? If yes\, do you know what to do? Learn about parents’ rights in the Illinois Special Education System. \nThis training is an overview of IDEA (Individual with Disabilities Education Act) which is the law that protects the rights of children receiving special education services. Aspects covered: \n\nEvaluation process\nIndividualized Education Program (IEP)\,\nLeast Restrictive Environment (LRE)\,\n\nProcedural Safeguards \nRegister
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/six-principles-of-idea-special-education-rights-webinar-sponsored-by-frcd/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210908T203344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T203344Z
UID:14987-1631728800-1631736000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Elegibilidad y Evaluaciones Bajo IDEA sponsored by FRCD  (En Español)
DESCRIPTION:Los participantes aprenderán: \n\nlo que significa “fecha de remisión”\nlos plazos para que la escuela tome una decisión sobre la realización de una evaluación\ncomprenderá qué áreas o “dominios” se evalúan en una evaluación\ncon qué frecuencia el distrito debe realizar una reevaluación\n\nobtendrá información sobre las evaluaciones educativas independientes \nRegister
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/elegibilidad-y-evaluaciones-bajo-idea-sponsored-by-frcd-en-espanol/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210106T174713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210106T174713Z
UID:12721-1631793600-1631797200@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_eelnwNZES0OhhNmCEZUv1g
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ligas-family-advocate-virtual-know-your-options-9/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210917T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210914T140319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210914T140434Z
UID:15016-1631876400-1631880000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Relationships on Tap sponsored by IL Self-Advocacy Alliance
DESCRIPTION:These monthly gatherings are held on the 3rd Friday of the month\, and will be a time for individuals with disabilities to ask questions\, learn and explore the topic of healthy relationships. All conversations will be confidential. \nJoin Zoom Meeting \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/85012041040?pwd=UU5Udmg3Y1ZZWXIxeDZKdEVUZS9xUT09 \nMeeting ID: 850 1204 1040 \nPasscode: 379119 \nOne tap mobile \n+13126266799\,\,85012041040#\,\,\,\,*379119# US (Chicago) \n+13017158592\,\,85012041040#\,\,\,\,*379119# US (Washington DC) \nDial by your location \n+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) \n+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) \n+1 646 558 8656 US (New York) \n+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) \n+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) \n+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) \nMeeting ID: 850 1204 1040 \nPasscode: 379119 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdRQj9ZFff \nLearning and Advocacy Opportunities Email Listserv\nIllinois Self-Advocacy Alliance (The Alliance)\nP.O. Box 666\nPark Forest\, Illinois 60466\ninfo@selfadvocacyalliance.org\nwww.selfadvocacyalliance.org \nIn partnership with the Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities. This project was supported\, in part by grant numbers CFDA 93.630\, from the U.S. Administration for Community Living (ACL)\, Department of Health and Human Services\, Washington\, D.C. 20201. Grantees undertaking projects with government sponsorship are encouraged to express freely their findings and conclusions. Points of view or opinions do not\, therefore\, necessarily represent official ACL policy.\n—
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/relationships-on-tap-sponsored-by-il-self-advocacy-alliance/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210918T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210918T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T002329
CREATED:20210908T203511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T203511Z
UID:14988-1631959200-1631966400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Process:  Special Education Rights Webinar sponsored by FRCD
DESCRIPTION:This webinar is an overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and how to navigate the IEP meeting. Our presenters will discuss the: \n\nEvaluation process\nIndividualized Education Program (IEP)\,\nLeast Restrictive Environment (LRE)\,\nProcedural Safeguards.\n\nSpecial Education and Remote Learning \nRegister
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/navigating-the-iep-process-special-education-rights-webinar-sponsored-by-frcd/
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