Join us for an informative webinar on "Unlocking Potential: Pathways to Competitive Employment & How Working Impacts Benefits". In this engaging session, we'll explore pathways to achieving competitive employment for people with developmental disabilities and the impact on disability benefits (e.g., Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Medicaid and Medicare). Date: October... Read more »

Thursday, October 19th, 6:00 PM Guardianship gives parents certain rights, but there are limits. Guardianship is not a mechanism for acting out your wishes – they are to protect the rights of the ‘protected person’ regarding their care and financial affairs. This session will focus on everything you need to know regarding your guardianship and... Read more »

Free for People with Disabilities and Their Families Games and Food: We will have a variety of games and prizes along with a FREE meal while supplies last. Non-alcoholic beverages available for purchase! The only requirement is that you have fun! Please bring a non-perishable food item to donate to a local pantry. Questions? Call... Read more »

AI and Assistive Technology: Exploring the Potential Webinar Series                                                 Presented by Dr. Aaron Marsters, Assistive Technology Instructional System Specialist   November 16, 2023  11:30 AM - 12:30 PM CST Registration Link: https://bit.ly/3R51wlF

Attorney Tamara Kushnir Groman and Rabbi Michelle Stern join together to discuss some of the challenges to legal planning alongside ways to personalize the process. We will explain the use of powers of attorney, trusts, and guardianship to plan for the future of your loved ones. In this discussion, we will introduce the Letter of... Read more »

Hosted by Gigi's Playhouse November 1-5, 2023 The Westin Chicago Northwest 400 Park Blvd, Itasca, IL 60143 GiGi's Playhouse is thrilled to extend a heartfelt invitation to you for the 2023 National Leadership Conference taking place from November 1st to 5th at The Westin Chicago Northwest in Itasca, IL.   At this empowering event, you'll... Read more »

The Illinois Statewide Transition Conference will be held at the Bloomington-Normal Marriott Hotel & Conference Center on November 2 & 3.   Registration is now open for this hybrid conference which will have both in-person and virtual options available. “Stepping Stones of Transition” invites participants to imagine the possibilities for students with disabilities in the... Read more »