Do you have questions about the COVID-19 vaccination for your child with a disability ages 12 –18? Join us on Wednesday, Nov 3rd –12:00 –1:00 p.m via Zoom meeting to hear from: Dr. Kruti Acharya, MD & Director of IL Leadership in Neurodevelopmental Disabilities (LEND) Register - https://thearcofillinois.salsalabs.org/covid19
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1 event,Registration is now open for the 16th Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference! Our hybrid conference will have both in-person and virtual options available. Join us at the Embassy Suites East Peoria Hotel & Riverfront Conference Center on November 4 & 5 for the 16th Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference. You can find detailed information and... Read more » |
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Beginning to explore adult developmental disability supports in Illinois? Not sure where to start? In high school and thinking about the future? Join the Ligas Family Advocate Team at the Arc of Illinois for a virtual three-part series. Registration required. *Open to all Illinois Families and Self-Advocates not currently receiving developmental disability support services* NOVEMBER... Read more » |
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Presenter: Angelica Davila Workshop Description: Learn how to develop file folder activities, adapted books and use things they have at home and in the classroom to create science adaptive activities. This training is open to all, but primarily intended for parents, caregivers, and family members of an individual with autism. Accommodations: Closed captioning will be provided... Read more »
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The Illinois Self-Advocacy Alliance, Inc. (The Alliance) is a statewide network of self-advocates and self-advocacy groups who work together to make life better in our communities and work to make services better for people with disabilities in our state. Presented by The Alliance, we will explore the following: What Self-Advocacy is and why it matters... Read more »
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Is your child struggling in school? Do you suspect your child may need special education services, but don’t know how to get started? This may be the webinar for you. The evaluation is one of the first phases to obtaining an IEP for your child. This webinar will discuss: The purposes of evaluations, How and... Read more » |
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Presented by: Laura Brown Workshop Description: Learn effective strategies to teach children the foundations of math - numbers, shapes, sorting, money - using things they have at home and in the classroom to create meaningful activities while increasing understanding This training is open to all, but primarily intended for parents, caregivers, and family members of... Read more »
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Join us for a short introduction to the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver, including developmental disability support/service options, types of service management, and a review of core resources and support agencies. We will review key steps that families need to take in order to be prepared to participate in planning. The presentations will be... Read more »
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AT is a critical service among long term services and supports (LTSS) that give people with disabilities an alternative to institutional care. Medicaid HCBS waivers are one important resource that provides AT. This webinar will share an overview of HCBS waivers, how the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) is giving states the opportunity to provide additional HCBS services and supports, and... Read more » |
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Conoce tus Opciones! Para los individuos seleccionados de PUNS en el 2021, sus familiares y defensores, venga con nosotros! Navegando el Sistema de Adultos con Discapacidades en Illinois. Opciones disponibles bajo el programa de Medicaid y los servicios en el hogar y la comunidad. Ejemplos de abogacía para las familias que usan los servicios del... Read more » |
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Beginning to explore adult developmental disability supports in Illinois? Not sure where to start? In high school and thinking about the future? Join the Ligas Family Advocate Team at the Arc of Illinois for a virtual three-part series. Registration required. *Open to all Illinois Families and Self-Advocates not currently receiving developmental disability support services* NOVEMBER... Read more » |
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Speak Up and Speak Out Summit (SUSO) is a 3 day conference of speakers that will show people with disabilities that they have a voice, they have choices in what they do with their life. We are committed to empowering persons with disabilities to reach their highest potential in education, employment and community living. SUSO... Read more »
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Únase a nosotros para un seminario web que proporcionará información en español sobre los recursos que están disponibles del ARC de Illinois y otras fuentes para niños con necesidades medicas y otras necesidades especiales. Para registarse: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/4570679051604774156 Description: Join us for a webinar that will provide information in Spanish about resources that are available... Read more » |
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Persons with Disabilities Medicaid Waiver - DRS Home Services https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zrf1Y6QGSlqTI3FgOtS8tQ |
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Are you tired of getting the run-around while wading through an alphabet soup of acronyms? Are you frustrated because you are unsure of how to help your child struggling in school? Skills for Effective Parent Advocacy will provide you with these important tools: Going from frustration to empowerment; Who is an advocate and why become... Read more »
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Presenters: Representatives from Clancy and Associates, DRS, and Service Inc (ISC) Learn how to understand the State of IL Service Delivery System Registation is required. Contact Janki Patel at 630-620-2222 or via email at jankip@raygraham.org
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The series includes topics that explore key ideas about inclusion in early childhood education for children ages birth through five years of age. Topics range from defining inclusion to understanding the benefits of inclusion. Each session will include a topic guide, guest speakers, and resources for attendees. REGISTER Amy Bain Early CHOICES 630-991-7505 amy.bain@eclre.org |
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The desire to love and be loved is universal, but the myths and misconceptions surrounding people with intellectual and developmental disabilities often lead to rules and restrictions that make healthy relationships difficult to obtain. This seminar will explore tools and strategies for teaching individuals with I/DD about healthy relationships and sexuality and the role that... Read more »
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Aprenderá lo que es una colocación educativa y cómo son algunas de las opciones, educación inclusiva la definición del ambiente educativo general. Inscribirse aqui: Register |
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Join speaker Attorney Cheryl Lipton from the Center for Disability and Elder Law as she explains what legal guardianship is and how to determine whether it is appropriate for the young adult’s individual circumstances. She will provide an explanation of the documents needed for filing and for the hearing in Cook County, requirements for a... Read more »
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Beginning to explore adult developmental disability supports in Illinois? Not sure where to start? In high school and thinking about the future? Join the Ligas Family Advocate Team at the Arc of Illinois for a virtual three-part series. Registration required. *Open to all Illinois Families and Self-Advocates not currently receiving developmental disability support services* NOVEMBER... Read more » |
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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. REGISTER
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Join us to learn tips on organizing your child's school records that will help you locate needed data when it is needed. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. https://cts.vresp.com/c/?FamilyMattersPTIC/6522ccf37a/52af2aab32/def4653bc5 |
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aprenderá lo que es una evaluación de comportamiento funcional (FBA - Functional Behavioral Assessment) y cómo se utiliza comprenderá qué es un plan de intervención del comportamiento (BIP - Behavioral Intervention Plan) y qué debe incluir aprenderá qué intervenciones de comportamientos son permisibles durante las instancias de peligro inminente para un estudiante u otros. ... Read more » |
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Estas cansado de dar vueltas al rededor de una sopa de alfabeto y siglas y no estas suguro de lo que puedes o debes hacer para ayudar ha tú hijo/hija? Este taller le proporcionará estas herramientas importantes: El paso de la frustración a el poder ¿Quién es un defensor y por que ser un defensor?... Read more » |
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Speaker: Katie Frank PhD Register at: https://uichicago.webex.com/uichicago/onstage/g.php?PRID=5429b06ad838db85d049a 511970416d7 |
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