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Central Community Center 1000 W Central Road, Mt. Prospect, IL

FOR SIBLINGS OF CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AGES 5 - 12 YEARS OLD Teens may volunteer as helpers. Max:5 Parent support group meets during the program. A GROUP FOR SIBLINGS... Read more »

Adiós pañales – Aprendiendo a Ir al Baño para Niño/as con Necesidades Especiales (Workshop in Spanish/Español)

Aprender a ir al baño puede ser un proceso difícil para niño/as con necesidades especiales. En este entrenamiento, padres, cuidadores y educadores podrán aprender las respuestas a preguntas communes. Nuestros talleres son para padres, familiares, cuidadores, educadores y otros profesionales. Las horas de crédito están disponibles de parte del Illinois State Board of Education, Intervención... Read more »

Disability Candidates Forum (Virtual)

It's election season in Illinois! Did you know that the Illinois primary is on June 28? There are lots of competitive races across Illinois, but a critical race that affects people with disabilities is the race for Secretary of State. So, we're holding an online Disability Candidates Forum! When: Wednesday June 1, 2-3 pm Where:... Read more »

Book Study: Reaching and Teaching Children Exposed to Trauma (webinars) Part 2

Intended Audience – Administrators, ECSE and General Educators, Teacher Assistants, Family Members, Family Educators, Psychologists, Social workers, SLP’s, OT/PT’s Description – Join us for our book study on Reaching and Teaching Children Exposed to Trauma by Barbara Sorrels. We will discuss, in user friendly terms, the way trauma impacts the field of early childhood. Register at Book... Read more »

Estrategias Para Mejorar Las Habilidades Del Alfabetismo En Niños Con Autismo (Workshop in Spanish/Español)

Esta sesión presentará 4 estrategias que pueden disminuir efectivamente la frustración del tiempo de lectura y proporcionar un ambiente de aprendizaje agradable y productivo. Nuestros talleres son para padres, familiares, cuidadores, educadores y otros profesionales. Las horas de crédito están disponibles de parte del Illinois State Board of Education, Intervención Temprana y Trabajadores Sociales a... Read more »

Trauma-Informed Practices: Practical Applications for Supporting Families at Home (webinar)

Learning Level 2: Intermediate/Application Intended Audience – Administrators, ECSE and General Educators, Teacher Assistants, Family Members, Family Educators, Psychologists, Social Workers, SLP’s, OT/PT’s Description – In this intermediate level training, we will discuss current trauma informed practices in the classroom, how they can be implemented at home, and potential community collaborations. For this webinar, there is a... Read more »

Programa Ligas Family Advocate Talleres en Español: Conoce Tus Opciones!

Para los individuos seleccionados de PUNS en el 2021, sus familiares y defensores, venga con nosotros! Y aquellos que ya recibieron la carta de notificación temprana en Diciembre 2021 para la selección de 2022. En estos talleres les presentaremos como preparar para su cita con la agencia coordinadora de servicios, vamos a explorar los beneficios... Read more »

Six Principles of IDEA: Special Education Rights Webinar

Virtual

This training is an overview of IDEA (Individual with Disabilities Education Act) which is the law that protects the rights of children receiving special education services. Aspects covered: Evaluation process Individualized Education Program (IEP), Least Restrictive Environment (LRE), Procedural Safeguards. Learn more and register HERE

June SIBposium – Siblings of People with Disabilities in their 20s

Virtual

As siblings enter their 20s, they often face a range of new and unique experiences. This Sibposium will allow sibs in their 20's to meet and connect with each other. We will have the opportunity to talk about experiences such as navigating education, work, caregiving, sibling roles, social relationships, and future planning. We will share... Read more »