Online Sibshops for Illinois children and teens Zoom Sibshops are for children and teens who have a sibling with disabilities. Sibshops are a fun, sib-focused time to connect and relax with other siblings who get what being a sib is all about! For the adults who run them and for the agencies that sponsor... Read more »
This weeks WOW meeting is all about taking care of ourselves! We want everyone to bring something that makes them feel happy and comfortable to the meeting on Thursday at 2:00. Maybe it is a favorite stuffed animal, (you know that is what Leanne is bringing)! Maybe it is a favorite t-shirt. Maybe it is... Read more »
COVID has brought about many changes. School is no exception. As parents many of you have questions about what your child's school day will look like. Join us to hear more details about the guidance that the Illinois State Board of Education has put out. See website location listed below for registration link. After registering,... Read more »
Join The Illinois Life Span Program of The Arc of Illinois for the August 11, 2020 Lunchtime Webinar from Noon to 1:00 PM. Our topic will be “Successful Collaboration Between Disability Advocates and Police in Western Suburbs” Speakers include Jennifer Hillgoth of the Aurora Police Department, Special Needs Aurora Police Program (SNAPP) and Jim Pacetti... Read more »
Susan L. Silberman, PhD, Senior Director, Research & Evaluation at National Council on Aging (NCOA), Washington, DC This presentation will highlight findings from recent National Council on Aging (NCOA) surveys of its community-based organizations (CBOs) partners and grantees. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, CBOs are on the front lines providing services and programs to millions of... Read more »
This weeks WOW meeting is a continuation of last week. We are calling it the WOW JAM!! Join us at 2:00 on Tuesday with your favorite song and/or item to share! We are allowing extra time if we need it since we had so much fun last week! Blue Tower Solutions is inviting you to... Read more »
Learn about Social Security Disability Benefit’s Work Incentives (Supplemental Security Income (SSI); Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI; and Disabled Adult Child (DAC), and options available to maintain healthcare while being employed. Our Presenter: Ron Mulvaney, BS, BS, CWIC Illinois Assistive Technology Program-Work Incentives Planning and Assistance 217/836-0061 rmulvaney@iltech.org Ron is the Program Director for IATP-WIPA,... Read more »
Sibshop Facilitator Training for Illinois Residents Presented by The Sibling Support Project Join us to learn about the unique concerns and opportunities of siblings of individuals with disabilities, and how to support them through Sibshops! Sibshops are fun, supportive events for siblings, the family members who share the longest-lasting relationship with a person who has... Read more »
Erin Riehle, MSN, RN, Project SEARCH Internationally, some COVID-19 policies meant to protect people with IDD could have the negative effect of restricting people with IDD from working due to health concerns solely based on disability status in the absence of any evidence supporting this practice. This presentation will explore these policies and discuss Project... Read more »
DESCRIPTION: One of the challenges most families raising a child with special needs face is will my child be able to live independently and what type of living arrangement would be most suitable. FEATURING: Two SFN Mentor Fathers: Rich Gathro and Paul Koza Zoom registration links can be found at: www.21stCenturyDads.org
