The Arc of Illinois 75th Annual Convention will be presented in a hybrid format! In-Person: The Convention will be held at the Marriott Hotel in Bloomington-Normal, IL. As an in-person attendee, you’ll be able to hear from speakers in person, visit with our sponsors and exhibitors, view the silent auction items and art exhibit, and meet... Read more »
Understanding Common Sleep Disorders in People with Down Syndrome Date: 4/23/25 Time: 5PM to 6PM CLICK LINK TO REGISTER: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4l9zqCmYS3a-KWmb-cQwCA#/registration Description: Join NDSS for our upcoming webinar with Dan Combs, M.D., Assistant Professor of Pediatrics and Medicine at the University of Arizona, as he explores the topic of sleep and Down syndrome. Dr. Combs... Read more »
Autism Spectrum 101: Insights, Strategies, and Support Join us on Friday, April 25th from 9 am to 11 am for Autism Spectrum 101: Insights, Strategies, and Support with Jessica Antoniou, MA CCC-SLP/L, CAS and Melissa Mills, MAEL, MATL, LBS1 from Mid-Valley Special Education Cooperative. The training is free and provides two CEUs, and Spanish language... Read more »
Preparing & supporting students with disabilities and their families for life beyond high school. Join us for an informative and engaging event focused on connecting individuals, families, and caregivers with the community agencies and services supporting people with disabilities, age 14+. Discover a wide range of local resources, learn about available programs, and meet professionals... Read more »
Are you interested in learning about how work will affect your Social Security disability benefits? The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) – Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program has partnered with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation (DRS) to host free online Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) webinars. WISE webinars can help you and your... Read more »
Work Incentive Planning & Assistance (WIPA) Event Are you interested in learning about how work will affect your Social Security disability benefits? The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) – Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program has partnered with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation (DRS) to host free online Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) webinars.... Read more »
Join us to learn about your options under the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver for Adults with Developmental Disabilities in Illinois. We will discuss service and support options, explore the role of your ISC, review the key steps you need to take to prepare for supports, and talk through common concerns and barriers. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rKZshVlvR0iECHG4ZweVOg#/registration... Read more »
May 8, 12:00 - 1:15 p.m. CST 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.
The Arc of IL, in collaboration with AT&T and ArcUS, is offering digital literacy classes for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities ages 18 + and their support person as needed. This session will provide a basic understanding of a selected topic using interactive videos. Registration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qiMlPud4Tk2dun2qF7_-Zw After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing... Read more »
Presentadoras: Rocio Perez y Susan Agrawal Este seminario web explicara en espanol lo siguiente: La importancia del programa de Medicaid y los servicios bajo Medicaid Los recortes propuestos al programa Medicaid Como las familias y personas con discapacidades pueden expresar su opinion en contra de los recortes propuestos a Medicaid Enlace de inscripcion: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3mYNQ4QRT9GIvBr2kk5AZQ
