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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
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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
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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
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DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210803T145432Z
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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:20260406T091506
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210915T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210908T203344Z
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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
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CREATED:20210106T174713Z
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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:20260406T091506
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:20260406T091506
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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210920T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T110000
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DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210908T194124Z
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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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210921T140000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T121500
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
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/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T153000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
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/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210922T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
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/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210920T191043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210920T191043Z
UID:15013-1632412800-1632418200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Conozca la Diferencia entre los siguientes programs del gobierno: SSI\, SSDI\, Medicare and Medicaid (in Spanish)
DESCRIPTION:Presentadora:  Consuelo Puente \nPara mas informacion llame a Erica Fernandez 312-391-9208 \nerica.fernandez@elvalor.net \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/conozca-la-diferencia-entre-los-siguientes-programs-del-gobierno-ssi-ssdi-medicare-and-medicaid-in-spanish/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210923T191500
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210524T180030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210524T180030Z
UID:14230-1632420000-1632424500@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-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210916T205514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T205514Z
UID:15047-1632567600-1632582000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Natural Ties Kick-Off Community Event
DESCRIPTION:Natural Ties is a brand new student organization at Loyola University Chicago’s Stritch School of Medicine located in Maywood IL \nGoal:  To provide a safe space for consistent socialization between Stritch’s medical students\, faculty\, staff\, and adult members of surrounding communities living with intellectual/developmental disabilities \nLocation:  Oak Park Jesuit Home \n404 S Clinton Oak Park IL 60302 \nFor more information:  email Natural Ties at  naturalties.ssom@gmail.com \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/natural-ties-kick-off-community-event/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210928T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210803T145150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210803T145150Z
UID:14679-1632830400-1632834000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Functional Behavioral Assessments & Behavior Intervention Plans - What to Know as a Caregiver or Educator  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: \nFunctional Behavioral Assessments & Behavior Intervention Plans – What to Know as a Caregiver or Educator | Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (fmptic.org) \nJoin us for a valuable workshop making sense of FBA’s and BIP’s…Simple yet successful. During this training the presenter will walk you through a simple process for assessing behavior and productive planning\, plus resources galore!  After registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/functional-behavioral-assessments-behavior-intervention-plans-what-to-know-as-a-caregiver-or-educator-sponsored-by-family-matters-ptic/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210928T150451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T150451Z
UID:15184-1632938400-1632945600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:(Spanish)  Su Derechos en Educación Especial: IDEA-IEP / 504 / TRANSICIÓN ESCOLAR después de los 14 años 1/2 patrocinado por FRCD
DESCRIPTION:TRANSICIÓN Para INMIGRANTES Las Alternativas Dentro Y Fuera De La Escuela Después De Cumplir Los 18 Años De Toda Persona Con Discapacidad \n  \nRegister
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/spanish-su-derechos-en-educacion-especial-idea-iep-504-transicion-escolar-despues-de-los-14-anos-1-2-patrocinado-por-frcd/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210929T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210913T171126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T150229Z
UID:15012-1632942000-1632945600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Transición:  Información Que  Necesita Saber (Español)           Transition: Information You Need to Know (workshop in Spanish) sponsored by Family Matters PTIC
DESCRIPTION:(Espanol) Presentadora del seminario web: Consuelo Puente \nDescripción:Únase a nosotros para un seminario web que proporcionará información en español sobre las nuevas leyes que afectan la edad en la que su hijo ya no es elegible para educación especial y cómo puede ayudar a su hijo adulto a tomar decisiones.  También conozca el impacto que COVID ha tenido en la transición. Traiga cualquier pregunta que pueda tener sobre la transición e intentaremos brindarle una respuesta. \n Registro:       https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9161631578031074830 \nBiografía de la presentadora:  Consuelo Puente es una abogada jubilada que ha trabajado muchos años con padres que tienen hijos que reciben servicios de educación especial.  La Sra. Puente continúa consultando con los padres sobre temas relacionados con la discapacidad\, incluido el Seguro Social y las alternativas a la tutela. La Sra. Puente dedica todo su trabajo a sus dos hijos adultos con autismo. \n  \n(English)  Webinar Presenter: Consuelo Puente \nDescription: Join us for a webinar that will provide information in Spanish about new laws that affect the age when your child is no longer eligible for Special Education and how you can help your adult child make decisions. Also learn about the impact COVID has had on Transition. Please bring any questions about Transition you may have and we will try to provide an answer. \nRegistration: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9161631578031074830 \n Presenter Bio:  Consuelo Puente is a retired attorney that has worked many years with parents that have children receiving Special Education services. Ms. Puente continues to consult with parents on disability related issues\, including Social Security and alternatives to guardianship. Ms. Puente dedicates all her work to her two adult sons with Autism. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/transicion-informacion-que-necesita-saber-espanol-transition-information-you-need-to-know-workshop-in-spanish-sponsored-by-family-matters-ptic/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210916T204717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210916T205629Z
UID:15046-1633001400-1633006800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:People with Disabilities: Bringing Diverse Skills to the Workforce
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, you will learn about incentives available to employers who hire people with disabilities. You will learn what the ADA says about the workplace and reasonable accommodations\, what programs Vocational Rehabilitation has to offer\, as well as hearing from representatives of companies who have successfully hired people with disabilities and the diverse skill sets that these employees bring to their workforce. \n  \nRegistration is required.  \nWebinar Registration – Zoom \nASL and CART are scheduled.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/people-with-disabilities-bringing-diverse-skills-to-the-workforce/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210930T203000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210909T202522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210909T202554Z
UID:14996-1633028400-1633033800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:The Intersection of Autism and Gender Diversity
DESCRIPTION:The IL Self-Advocacy Alliance is very excited to spend time with Yenn Purkis who will be joining us from Australia. Yenn is the co-author of the new book “The Autistic Trans Guide to Life.” Yenn is a very proud autistic non-binary person. They will be talking about their thoughts about gender diversity and autism with an understanding of PDA. They will give guidance to parents and professionals about supporting gender diverse children. \nYenn Purkis is an author\, public servant and passionate advocate for Autistic people and their families. Yenn is the author of ‘Finding a Different Kind of Normal: Misadventures with Asperger Syndrome’ – an autobiography\, ‘The Wonderful World of Work: A Workbook for Asperteens’- an activity book about employment for teens on the Autism spectrum\, Women on the Spectrum and the Awesome Autistic Go To Guide – a book for autistic teens and tweens. Yenn is co-author of ‘The Guide to Good Mental Health on the Autism Spectrum’ and ‘The Parents’ Practical Guide to Resilience for Children aged 2-10 on the Autism Spectrum.’ Yenn has also contributed to other books\, journals\, blogs and websites. Yenn has a diagnosis of autism and atypical schizophrenia. \nYenn has been working full-time for the Australian Public Service since 2007. In between writing and paid work\, Yenn frequently gives talks about living well with Autism and mental illness. Yenn gave a presentation on Autism and resilience at the TEDx Canberra conference in 2013. Yenn facilitates a support group for women and gender diverse folks on the Autism spectrum which has been running since 2011. \nZoom link will be sent as the webinar gets closer. \nTickets are $20.00   You can register at  The Intersection of Autism and Gender Diversity Tickets\, Thu\, Sep 30\, 2021 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite \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 \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-intersection-of-autism-and-gender-diversity/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211002T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211002T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210928T150614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210928T150614Z
UID:15185-1633168800-1633176000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Special Education Rights Webinar:  Discipline and IDEA sponsored by FRCD
DESCRIPTION:This training will focus on the discipline process for children receiving special education services and their rights in regards to in-school suspensions\, classroom removal\, and expulsion. \nRegister \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/special-education-rights-webinar-discipline-and-idea-sponsored-by-frcd/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211005T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210312T165942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211005T132651Z
UID:13418-1633424400-1633449600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Living with Autism 2021 Conference
DESCRIPTION:The Arc of Illinois Living with Autism 2021 Conference will be presented in an online format! Join us October 5th virtually for 3 Keynote Speakers and 4 Breakout Sessions. \nClick here to register\, https://thearcofillinois.salsalabs.org/autism2021 \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/living-with-autism-2021-conference/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211006T170000
DTSTAMP:20260406T091506
CREATED:20210115T171520Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210115T171520Z
UID:12875-1633507200-1633539600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Sharing a Vision Conference
DESCRIPTION:Multiple Days \nOctober 6 – 8 2021 \nThis exceptional virtual conference is planned to meet the needs of early childhood professionals and families in the state and is coordinated by the Illinois Division for Early Childhood of the Council for Exceptional Children\, in collaboration with the Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services \nMore information will be forthcoming as it gets closer to the date \n  \nRegistration \n \n  \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/sharing-a-vision-conference/
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