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:20210831T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210831T190000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210901T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210902T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210902T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210908T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210908T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210908T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210908T183000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210909T180000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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:20260404T033403 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:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210912T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210912T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210913T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210913T150000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210916T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210917T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210917T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210918T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210918T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 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/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210920T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210920T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 CREATED:20210920T191815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T194227Z UID:15072-1632132000-1632139200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Navigating the Transition Plan: Special Education Rights Webinar sponsored by FRCD DESCRIPTION:Preparing your child to transition to adulthood can be a daunting task. This webinar will focus on the initial steps of the transition process in the Illinois special education system from an academic perspective. The topics covered include: \n\nDefining transition plans and its components\nUnderstanding transition services\n\nTips for parents preparing their child for adulthood. \nRegister \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/navigating-the-transition-plan-special-education-rights-webinar-sponsored-by-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T120000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 CREATED:20210908T194124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210908T194124Z UID:14985-1632222000-1632225600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Inclusion is a Lifelong Journey sponsored by Family Matters PTIC DESCRIPTION:Join us for a free webinar about inclusion and how it is a lifelong journey. Inclusion is a life quest and is woven into the tapestry of our lives. Nancy and Bridget have been on a lifelong quest to design inclusive environments for individuals with disabilities. They believe that we never segregate people we value and to be valued is the basic core of our human experience. Bridget is an inspiring young woman with Down Syndrome and she will share her story. Nancy will share her journey advocating for Bridget and others to be included. This webinar is for everyone – Self advocates\, parents\, and people of all ages who care about helping people live full and inclusive lives. \nhttps://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8859654007954678539 \nOur Presenters: \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-sponsored-by-family-matters-ptic/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 CREATED:20210920T191506Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T191506Z UID:15070-1632225600-1632229200@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:FRCD Lunch and Learn Webinar: Evaluation: What Parents Should Know to Get Started DESCRIPTION:Is your child struggling in school? Do you suspect your child may need special education services\, but don’t know how to get started? This may be the webinar for you. The evaluation is one of the first phases to obtaining an IEP for your child. \nThis webinar will discuss: \n\nThe purposes of evaluations\,\nHow and when to request an evaluation\,\nThe parents’/guardians’ role in the evaluation process.\nYour child’s rights under IDEA\,\n\nIndependent Educational Evaluation (IEE). \nRegister \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/frcd-lunch-and-learn-webinar-evaluation-what-parents-should-know-to-get-started/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 CREATED:20210827T142325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210827T142325Z UID:14894-1632229200-1632232800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Tailoring\, Targeting\, And Addressing What Matters: Supporting People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Who are Living With Dementia sponsored by Health Matters DESCRIPTION:Laura Gitlin\, Ph.D.\, FGSA\, FAAN\, Executive Director\, The AgeWell Collaboratory\, Distinguished University Professor and Dean\, College of Nursing and Health Professions Drexel University \nThis presentation will discuss the state of dementia care research and its implications for supporting people with intellectual disabilities who are living with dementia. Drawing upon tested efficacious interventions\, specific interventions will be discussed both in terms of their outcomes as well as their essential elements and treatment principles that can be applied to working with people with intellectual disabilities living with dementia. Interventions will be shared that view the individual within their living context and address modifiable factors that may be contributing to care challenges. Interventions assume a person-centric and tailored approach and address the needs of the person as well as their care partners to help support quality of life. \nREGISTER \nLearning Objectives:  \nDelineate the state of dementia care research and its implications for supporting people with IDD who are living with dementia. \nDescribe interventions that can be applied to working with people with IDD living with dementia. \nIdentify modifiable factors that may be contributing to care challenges. \n1.Webinars are free.\n2. CEUs are not offered for the webinars. \n3.Webinar and materials will be recorded and archived on HealthMatters Program YouTube Channel (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVlDGGNnuQQ0ACAED8pQxs3SILDoACigy).\n4.For disability accommodations email Jasmina Sisirak (jsisirak@uic.edu). \n\nThese webinars will be held on Webex platform. You can test your connection with Webex before joining the meeting HERE. URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/tailoring-targeting-and-addressing-what-matters-supporting-people-with-intellectual-and-developmental-disabilities-who-are-living-with-dementia-sponsored-by-health-matters/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T140000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 CREATED:20210830T163005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T163113Z UID:14906-1632229200-1632232800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Supporting Spanish-Speaking Families as They Learn About Special Education sponsored by Arc USA DESCRIPTION:Learning to navigate the special education system can be challenging and overwhelming. These challenges are amplified when a family doesn’t speak the language and struggles to get adjusted to the U.S. school system. In this webinar\, you will learn ways to help Spanish-speaking families alleviate some of these challenges. \nPlease note that this webinar will be presented in English and the primary audience is disability professionals. \nDuring the webinar\, Patricia Albeño\, Director of Projects and Outreach at The Arc of California\, will discuss ways to: \n\nEffectively support Spanish-speaking families to promote cultural responsiveness\nHelp families create positive interactions with school administrators and staff\n\nWe will also review The Arc@School’s new FREE Spanish-language resources. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/supporting-spanish-speaking-families-as-they-learn-about-special-education-sponsored-by-arc-usa/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T121500 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 CREATED:20210524T175935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T175935Z UID:14229-1632308400-1632312900@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Building Literacy Skills sponsored by Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays (RCADD) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER ONLINE AT | REGISTRO POR INTERNET: RCADD.EVENTBRITE.COM \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/building-literacy-skills-sponsored-by-resource-center-for-autism-developmental-delays-rcadd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 CREATED:20210830T180747Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210830T183823Z UID:14912-1632312000-1632315600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:School During COVID-19: Using Visual Supports from the Autism Research Institute DESCRIPTION:In this free webinar\, learn evidence-based strategies for using visual supports at school as students transition back to classrooms during the Covid-19 pandemic. \nRegister here \n  URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/school-during-covid-19-using-visual-supports-from-the-autism-research-institute/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T153000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 CREATED:20210902T201526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210902T201835Z UID:14953-1632319200-1632324600@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Getting Creative: Applying Innovative Strategies to Guide Transformation and Increase CIE 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 URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/getting-creative-applying-innovative-strategies-to-guide-transformation-and-increase-cie/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T200000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 CREATED:20210920T191647Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T191647Z UID:15071-1632333600-1632340800@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Abogacía Eficaz patrocinado por FRCD DESCRIPTION:Estas cansado de dar vueltas al rededor de una sopa de alfabeto y siglas y no estas suguro de lo que puedes o debes hacer para ayudar ha tú hijo/hija? Este taller le proporcionará estas herramientas importantes: \n\nEl paso de la frustración a el poder\n¿Quién es un defensor y por que ser un defensor?\n\nSiga las seis habilidades para la abogacía eficaz. \nRegister URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/abogacia-eficaz-patrocinado-por-frcd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T130000 DTSTAMP:20260404T033403 CREATED:20210907T210905Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210907T210905Z UID:14973-1632398400-1632402000@www.thearcofil.org SUMMARY:Conoce tus Opciones! - Ligas Family Advocate Program DESCRIPTION:Conoce tus Opciones! \nPara los individuos seleccionados de PUNS en el 2021\, sus familiares y defensores\, venga con nosotros! \n\nNavegando el Sistema de Adultos con Discapacidades en Illinois.\nOpciones disponibles bajo el programa de Medicaid y los servicios en el hogar y la comunidad.\nEjemplos de abogacía para las familias que usan los servicios del programa:\n\n–HBS (Hogar)\, CDS (Comunidad)\, CILA (Vivienda en grupo) por sus siglas en ingles.\n\n\nPasos clave para trabajar efectivamente con su ISC -Coordinador de Servicios.\n\nEstablezca una comunicación con su ISC \nPrepare sus documentos \nElija los servicios más adecuados \n\nSesión de preguntas y respuestas.\n\nRegístrese Yá! \nCuando: Sep 23\, 2021 12:00 PM Hora Central \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_1llOXua1RPK5aBKQhSvtfw \n  \n  \nPreguntas? Contacta Ruth Aguilar: ruth@thearcofil.org; 815-464-1832 x1033 \nLigas Family Advocate Director – Shirley Perez shirley@thearcofil.org; 815-464-1832 x1026 \n  \nThe Arc of Illinois Ligas Family Advocate program is funded by a grant from the Illinois Department of Human Services URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/conoce-tus-opciones-ligas-family-advocate-program/ CATEGORIES:Arc Events END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR