Are you interested in learning about how work will affect your Social Security disability benefits? The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) – Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program has partnered with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation (DRS) to host free online Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) webinars. WISE webinars can help you and your... Read more »
We’ll cover: • The importance of Medicaid and its services • Proposed federal funding cuts to Medicaid • Educate how families & people with disabilities can express their opposition to Medicaid cuts. Presenter: Susan Agrawal, PhD Director of Family to Family Health Information Center, The Arc of Illinois Register in advance for this webinar:... Read more »
Este seminario web explicara en espanol lo siguiente: La importancia del programa de Medicaid y los servicios bajo Medicaid Los recortes propuestos al programa Medicaid Como las familias y personas con discapacidades pueden expresar su opinion en contra de los recortes propuestos a Medicaid Presentadoras: Susan Agrawal, PhD - Directora del Centro de Información de Salud... Read more »
Home Services Program (HSP) Customers and Providers! VIRTUAL TOWN HALL MEETINGS May 28, 2025 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM, May 29, 2025 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM, May 30, 2025 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM New services may soon be available to you. Hear about the plans to merge the 3 Waivers... Read more »
A FREE seminar for parents/family/ caregivers of a person (any age) with a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome PLUS Autism Spectrum Disorder. Date: May 31, 2025 Time: 9:30-11am (Central) This will be a virtual meeting Thelink will be shared the Thursday before the session.
Every Step of the Way Resource Center Presents... SAVE THE DATE SATURDAY, MAY 31, 2025 1 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Where Them Caregivers at? ESW got our boots on the ground to host the 1ST support group for caregivers (ex. parents, family members, or guardians) of individuals with disabilities who are transition age to adulthood... Read more »
Presenter: Megan Forristall, Region 2 Public Affairs Specialist with Social Security Administration. This presentation will provide information on new updates from the Social Security Administration. The presentation will also highlight Social Security's online services. Register in advance for this webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-kG0w4QcSjCo7s-jinJD_g After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
Lunch and Learn: Special Education Rights Overview Webinar Wednesday, June 4, 2025 12:00 PM-1:00 PM This condensed Special Education Rights Webinar is designed to empower you with knowledge about the vital aspects of special education rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). As parents, we understand that navigating the world of special... Read more »
June 4, 12:00 - 1:15 p.m. CST Toilet training is a challenge for many children, especially those that are autistic or developmentally delayed. This workshop is for all those involved in the child's life (caregivers, educators, therapists, etc.). We will cover methods and strategies to prepare for and start the process of toilet training. *Workshop Credits... Read more »
Popcorn With Purpose: Expanded Double Good Days Returns June 8 To Bring Joy To Chicagoland Kids With Special Needs Designed to bring joy to kids with special needs and their families and caregivers, the third annual Double Good Days will take place June 8 at the Kohl Children’s Museum in Glenview. Registration is now open for this... Read more »
