Plan to join us for our monthly webinars focused on families and individuals who have received Early Notification about a likely upcoming PUNS selection from the IL Division of Developmental Disabilities. The webinars are also open to families who were selected from the PUNS list in the summer of 2021. The webinars focus on several... Read more »
Hosted by Mariel Hamer-Sinclair This webinar will provide attendees with an overview and update of: • Passed bills in the 2022 Illinois General Assembly that are relevant to the Developmental Disability community in Illinois • 2022 Midterm Election Results • 2022 Veto Session • 2023 Legislative Session • Federal Policy • Advocacy Recommendations Register HERE... Read more »
Presented by Equip for Equality - Client Assistance Program (CAP) Speaker: Emily Wilson (Rachel Weisberg will join too) ASL interpreters and CART will be provided. If need other accommodations, email us at cap@equipforequality.org or call 855-452-2725. Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_osJfYFNiTXCS1KyrjQ3VhQ
Experience the exhibits and trails of Four Rivers on your own terms! This independent program is for guests with sensory-processing needs, social anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder and those who would benefit from a small-group experience. The center will be open only to registered participants during this time. Buddy bags with sensory gadgets and a limited... Read more »
Sign up for PUNS with our local ISC. In addition, come learn about the many services The Arc of Illinois and College for Life can offer for your son/daughter with intellectual or developmental disabilities. Quincy Public Library, Challenges Unlimited, and other local vendors will be available to answer your questions about their services for individuals... Read more »
Join us to learn about a new Program for children enrolled in Medicaid under age 21 with complex behavioral healthcare needs. Kristine Herman, HFS Bureau Chief, Behavioral Health, will discuss the history of the N.B. Consent Decree -the impetus for this Program -as well as eligibility criteria, the enrollment process and program services. Register in... Read more »
A free digital safety webinar for students with disabilities, their parents, educators and community members focusing on popular online games and social media Join the Illinois Attorney General’s Office, Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force via Zoom for “Gaming & Social Media Use Among Children with Special Needs” on Jan. 10 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.... Read more »
Learn to advocate for a child with autism by becoming familiar with the state guidelines surrounding autism spectrum disorder and the development of the IEP REGISTER ONLINE HERE All workshops will take place online using Zoom. Entrenamientos serán virtualmente, sobre la plataforma de Zoom. Questions? Please reach out to Nora Stillwell norajs@uic.edu Preguntas? Escriba a... Read more »
A free webinar for parents and caregivers on transition planning and meaningful assessments for youth with disabilities Join Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center’s Transition Webinar Series for “Instructional Practices to Support Implementation of the IEP (Individualized Education Program)” on Jan. 11. Participants may register for either : A daytime session from 12 to 1 p.m.... Read more »
This training will focus on the discipline process for children receiving special education services and their rights in regard to in-school suspensions, classroom removal, and expulsion. Register
