Are you or someone you care for an autistic person aged 14 to 22 years old? Now is the time to plan for life beyond high school and prepare for adulthood. Let us help you get started at our free webinar.

People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) face lifelong battles of access to and inclusion in services. Throughout the aging process, even more significant needs for support present as they experience Alzheimer’s disease and other related dementias (ADRD) at a staggering rate. As individuals with Down syndrome and other IDD diagnoses face everyday challenges associated... Read more »

RCADD Workshops December 10, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM America/Chicago Location Virtual Workshop: Zoom Zoom Meeting https://uic.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pdOysqzooGNVE47Mk2T1ibz7TK3Km2bJh Cost Free Calendar Download iCal File Learn about social narratives, which are short stories that use words/pictures to understand a specific situation, event, place, or person. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how to write... Read more »

RCADD Workshops December 10, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM America/Chicago Location Virtual Workshop: Zoom Learn about social narratives, which are short stories that use words/pictures to understand a specific situation, event, place, or person. Participants will leave with a better understanding of how to write and use a social narrative.  Workshop provided in English.... Read more »

Join Us for a Free Family Matters PTIC Training Date December 12, 2024 Time: 5:00 PM CST Location: Zoom (Virtual) Presenter: Patrol Sergeant Stephen Bjes   Key Areas of Focus: Engaging first responders effectively Creating and implementing personalized safety plans Addressing bullying and  social media concerns Strategies for discussing abuse-related issues Access to vital resources... Read more »

Parenting children with special needs requires unique strategies, particularly in matters of safety and interaction with first responders. This engaging and informative session will cover essential safety topics, providing practical tools and resources to empower parents and caregivers. Key Areas of Focus: Engaging first responders effectively Creating and implementing personalized safety plans Addressing bullying and... Read more »

Escape the confusion of educational acronyms and transform frustration into empowerment with “Skills for Effective Parent Advocacy.” Tired of the run-around? Discover the vital tools to navigate your child’s educational journey. Uncover the true role of an advocate and the power behind becoming one. This session equips you with practical strategies to transition from uncertainty... Read more »

Autism Research event: Family Winter Wonderfest Saturday, December 14 Sign up for a time between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. PAEC High School Building 1636 S. 10th Avenue (Door 3A); Maywood, IL 60153 Join the Answer Inc. and the SPARK team at Rush for a free autism research event to get support registering for SPARK,... Read more »

Join Us for a Free Family Matters PTIC Training Date December 17, 2024 Time: 12:00 PM CST Location: Zoom (Virtual)   Navigating the world of special education can feel overwhelming, especially with all the acronyms used in meetings, documents, and conversations. This parent-friendly webinar is designed to decode the most common acronyms in special education,... Read more »