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Illinois Adult Sibling Gathering sponsored by Sibling Leadership Network (SIBS)

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 »

Weekly WOW Meetings – Arts of Life

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

Navigating the Transition Plan: Special Education Rights Webinar presented by FRCD

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 »

Ligas Family Advocate Virtual Know Your Options

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 »

Employment Advocacy and Engagement

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

Weekly WOW Meeting – Arts of Life

Speakers:  Meet artists from the Arts of Life 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

Co-Parenting and Blended Families: Strategies for Working Together through the Special Education Process (Webinar) – StarNet

Co-parenting, especially within blended families, can be stressful at times. When children have IFSPs or IEPs the stress and anxiety can increase within the structure of co-parenting. In this training, participants will learn strategies, tips, and techniques for managing co-parenting of a child with special needs. Presenter(s) Anni Reinking

Evaluation: What Parents Should Know to Get Started presented by FRCD

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. This webinar will discuss: The purposes of evaluations, How and... Read more »