DRS is hosting a town hall.   This is a great opportunity to self-advocate and also hear what people who use Home Services are experiencing during this time. Please share with others! TO REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT: Send an email to DHS.HSPCRP@illinois.gov with the following information:   Full Name Address City Email Address and Phone Number... Read more »

Topic # 3 Basics of Behaviors and Simple Strategies   Please register at tap.Rockford@eastersealschicago.org to receive the Zoom Link. Please submit any questions you would like answered regarding the topics below. Registration is REQUIRED to receive the link.

This is a series of trainings.    Increase your knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder You will also walk away with strategies to increase positive behavior and learn about resources available. There will be an opportunity to ask questions. Additional dates are April 10 and April 17   10 - 11:30 am. Registration is required. ... Read more »

WOW we will help one of our favorite presenters, Colton, create a helpful website about mental health including what is helpful and what people with disabilities want other people to know.   Starting in April 2021,  WOW meetings will be held  on Tuesday at 2 pm and at 3:30 pm.  Thursday meetings have been discontinued.... Read more »

Hannah Foley A personal perspective of a young adult, blogger and upcoming Assistive Technology Professional who uses Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC). TINYURL.COM/D34ABILITIES2  (PASSCODE AAC) Translation available in Spanish, Korean and Mongolian

Presenters:   “Megan Forristall is a Public Affairs Specialist for the Social Security Administration. Megan has worked for the agency for 16 years and in the Public Affairs position for 4 years. She is based in Peru, Illinois and covers much of Northern and North Central Illinois. Megan will be joined by her colleague Elida Elizondo,... Read more »

This is a series of trainings.  Increase your knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder. You will also walk away with strategies to increase positive behavior and learn about resources available.  There will be an opportunity to ask questions. Additional date April 17   10 am. - 11:30 am. Registration is required   Register at tap.Rockford@eastersealschicago.org

We will have the third session of Money!    Got questions about banking, bring them with you! The training team from National Disability Institute will be on hand to help us understand “Financial Capability” which means the “How well we do with money and what do we need to do better”!  Join us TUESDAY ONLY... Read more »

Attendees will Discuss the criteria for diagnosis of ASD Learn about autism eligibility for special education Understand the differences and similarities between the two   Registration is required.  Email  tap.rockford@eastersealschicago.org  by April 12th

Increase your knowledge and understanding of Autism Spectrum Disorder. You will also walk away with strategies to increase positive behavior and learn about resources available. There will be an opportunity to ask questions. Registration is required.  Register at tap.Rockford@eastersealschicago.org

Join us for a webinar  click on link    Register now! Most of our children are using a Chromebook in school or at home. There are many features built into the Chromebook that can enhance reading and writing. For example, text can be read out loud to increase reading comprehension and your voice can be... Read more »

Next meeting will take place May 4 2021