Following on our first virtual town hall about the Covid-19 vaccine for people with disabilities in Illinois, we will be hosting a new town hall this Thursday, February 18, from 5:30 pm to 7 pm Central Time. While our first town hall was heavy on presentations, this town hall will be focused on answering questions... Read more »
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Presented by: Springfield Public Schools & Springfield Parents for Students with Disabilities (SPSD) Free Virtual Conference Many great breakout sessions to choose from (depression/anxiety, self-care strategies, social-emotional needs, behavior, and so much more!) Register here Stay for the whole day or part of the day, whatever suits your needs Exhibitors will be on hand and... Read more »
Skills For Effective Parent Advocacy Are you tired of getting the run-around while wading through an alphabet soup of acronyms? Are you frustrated because you are unsure of how to help your child struggling in school? Skills for Effective Parent Advocacy will provide you with these important tools: · Going from frustration to empowerment; · ... Read more »
Please join S.I.B.S for another opportunity to share concerns and joys with having a sibling with a disability. We will discuss how things are going during this challenging time, provide opportunities for peer support, and share information. We welcome siblings who have previously attended our sibling gatherings and encourage new siblings to attend as well!... Read more »
Healthcare: IL Medicaid Covers Applied Behavior Analysis Yet it Remains Difficult to Access - What's Happening? https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_49-RUOT7TTaWPqJtU7Sh0w
Speakers: Meet artists from the Arts of Life studios Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81069446373 Dial by your location +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) Meeting ID: 810 6944 6373 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kZrNqzxbV
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: Defining transition plans and its components Understanding transition services Tips for parents preparing their child for... Read more »
Join us for a short introduction to the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver, including developmental disability support/service options, types of service management, and a review of core resources and support agencies. We will review key steps that families need to take in order to be prepared to participate in planning. The presentations will be... Read more »
Presented by Illinois Association of People Supporting Employment members: Mike Predmore, Anne Taylor, Rob Gould This webinar is free to attend and free continuing education units (CEUs) are provided. Register at: UIC WebEx Site
