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SUMMARY:IEP's - The Basics and Beyond / Los fundamentos y más allá del IEP
DESCRIPTION:Please let us know if you can attend either of the IEP’s – The Basics and Beyond Presentations on March 2nd\, 2023! You will receive a zoom link closer to the Presentation date. Thanks and we hope you can join us. \n\n\n¡Háganos saber si puede asistir a cualquiera de las presentaciones del IEP: lo básico y más allá el 2 de marzo de 2023! Recibirá un enlace de zoom más cerca de la fecha de la presentación. Gracias y esperamos que puedas unirte a nosotros.\n\n\nRegister HERE\n\nTime: 11 am & 7 pm
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ieps-the-basics-and-beyond-los-fundamentos-y-mas-alla-del-iep/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230302T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230302T131500
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SUMMARY:Tips and Tools for Home and Schools sponsored by Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays (RCADD)
DESCRIPTION:Classroom & home strategies that address the academic\, social\, and leisure goals of a child with autism or developmental delays. Content focus on early education—workshop provided in English. \nREGISTER ONLINE HERE \nAll workshops will take place online using the Zoom platform. Registration for each month’s workshops will open two weeks prior to the start of the month. \nEntrenamientos serán virtualmente\, sobre la plataforma de Zoom. Registración para los talleres abrirá dos semanas antes del principio del mes que el taller está programado para. \nQuestions? Please reach out to Nora Stillwell norajs@uic.edu \nPreguntas? Escriba a Nora Stillwell norajs@uic.edu \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/tips-and-tools-for-home-and-schools-sponsored-by-resource-center-for-autism-developmental-delays-rcadd-2/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230304T100000
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CREATED:20230215T221636Z
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UID:20262-1677924000-1677931200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Navigating the IEP Process - FRCD Special Education Rights Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Do you have questions about your child’s IEP\, but don’t know how or when to ask them? Are you concerned about how your child’s IEP is being followed? Do you want to learn how to effectively prepare for your child’s IEP Meeting?\n\n\n\nThis webinar provides an overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and discusses the parent’s role as a member of the IEP team. The presentation will also focus on: \nIndividualized Education Program (IEP)\,\nLeast Restrictive Environment (LRE)\,\nProcedural Safeguards.\nPreparing for your child’s IEP meeting.\nWhat to do after the meeting. \n\n\n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/navigating-the-iep-process-frcd-special-education-rights-webinar-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230306T140000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20230222T220508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T220537Z
UID:20363-1678100400-1678111200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Grandparents/ extended family Workshop (Joliet\, IL)
DESCRIPTION:PRESENTATION\, ACTIVITIES\, SNACKS \nJoin Us \nAn educational presentation about Autism will be given. There will be activities and games for the child and family to play. \nAlso\, snacks and drinks will be provided. You are welcome to donate a board game. \nPlease contact me if you are interested\, arodriguez@joliet.easterseals.com or 815-207-6077 ext. 337 \nMarch 6\, 2023 \n11 am – 2 pm \n212 Barney Dr\, Joliet\, IL 60435 \nEasterseals Joliet Region
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/grandparents-extended-family-workshop-joliet-il/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230308T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230308T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20230215T222925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230215T223050Z
UID:20267-1678276800-1678280400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Housing Across Illinois for People with Disabilities!   Let's Learn About The Illinois Statewide Referral Network (SRN)
DESCRIPTION:UIC Institue on Disability and Human Development hosting a webinar series where you can learn from experts and advocates in the Autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities field! Webinars are free to attend and free continuing education units (CEUs) are provided. \nPresenters include a self-advocate living in supportive affordable housing as well as Stephanie Sideman\, Senior Project Manager at CSH (Corporation for Supportive Housing) and Ronti Ghosh\, Program Manager at CSH (Corporation for Supportive Housing) \n\nFREE CUE’s \n\n\nClick here to register.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/housing-across-illinois-for-people-with-disabilities-lets-learn-about-the-illinois-statewide-referral-network-srn/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230309T190000
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CREATED:20230119T210838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230119T210838Z
UID:19916-1678377600-1678388400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Madison County Transition Fair 2023 - In Person
DESCRIPTION:Free event hosted by the Madison County Transition Planning Committee and Southwestern Illinois College. \nLear about: \nHousing Options\, Insurance Benefits\, Trusts and Benefits\, Informed Decision Making\, Self Advocacy\, Mental Health\, College Accommodations\, and Job Skills. \nSee attached flyer Transition Flyer
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/madison-county-transition-fair-2023-in-person/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230311T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20230222T220032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T220136Z
UID:20361-1678528800-1678539600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Autism & Developmental Differences Expo (Chicago)
DESCRIPTION:We hope you will join us\, March 11\, 2023 from 10am-1pm at Malcolm X College for our first in-person Autism & Developmental Differences Expo! Come connect with Chicagoland’s best providers and learn more about the programs and services that can help you and your loved ones with developmental differences. This event will feature an exhibitor hall\, free developmental screeners\, parent workshops\, and of course our passport contest with fun prizes\, all conveniently located near the Blue Line\, several bus routes\, and with free parking in the adjacent garage. \nClick HERE for free registration! \nThis resource fair is presented by Chicago Autism Network & The Answer Inc\, as part of our commitment to help local families connect with life-changing services and supports. For more information\, feel free to email kimi@chicagoautismnetwork.org or dvines@theanswerinc.org.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/autism-developmental-differences-expo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T100000
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CREATED:20230216T231035Z
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UID:20297-1678788000-1678791600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Work Incentive Planning & Assistance (WIPA) Hosted (IATP)
DESCRIPTION:IATP WIPA serves Social Security Disability beneficiaries in Illinois. In cooperation with the sponsorship of Illinois DHS – Division of Rehabilitation Services\, IATP WIPA will be hosting 10 WISE events from January through May 2023. In an effort to make WISE events more convenient for our beneficiaries and their families\, we are hosting them multiple times a month both during the day and the evening. Please see the dates / times and Zoom links below to register in advance: \nMarch 14\, 2023 @10am \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_nw9m6LIXSi2DDA9rB48dNw
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/work-incentive-planning-assistance-wipa-hosted-iatp-2/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T230000
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CREATED:20230223T190036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T190036Z
UID:20374-1678788000-1678834800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:"It’s My Right!" Self-Advocacy Presentation w/ Vincent Smith (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:ATTENTION SELF-ADVOCATES!\nJOIN THE ALLIANCE FOR “IT’S MY RIGHT”\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLet’s work together to learn about our rights and our responsibilities as \nself-advocates. Join Vincent Smith as we learn about our rights from global\, national\, statewide\, and service perspectives. \nIt’s My Right! \nTuesday\, March 14\, 2023 \n10am Central Time \nJoin Zoom meeting here
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/its-my-right-self-advocacy-presentation-w-vincent-smith-virtual/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20221205T180236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T144219Z
UID:19520-1678795200-1678798800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Webinar Series: Becoming a Dual (Medicare and Medicaid) Eligible Adult with IDD
DESCRIPTION:Is your young adult son or daughter with a disability becoming eligible for Medicare in the future? Join us today to listen to Georgia Gerdes at Age Options discuss how Medicare works with Medicaid and/or private health insurance for adults with disabilities\, as well as what are next steps and responsibilities. This webinar will also help you to navigate your child’s health insurance options to best meet their healthcare needs. \nOur Presenter: Georgia Gerdes – Avisery Senior Training Specialist at AgeOptions Georgia joined AgeOptions\, the Area Agency on Aging for Suburban Cook County\, in 2007 working closely with the Make Medicare Work (MMW) Coalition to develop community systems to educate beneficiaries and the professionals serving them about Medicare and health benefit programs. She currently works with the Avisery Program\, educating professionals in Illinois about Medicare\, Medicaid\, and related programs. Georgia is committed to assisting older adults and people with disabilities navigate their coverage options to best meet their healthcare needs. She graduated from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a Bachelor’s degree in English and is also a certified Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) counselor. \nRegister at: Webinar Registration – Zoom \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-lunchtime-webinar-becoming-a-dual-medicare-and-medicaid-eligible-adult-with-idd/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230315T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230315T131500
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20221221T204017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221221T204017Z
UID:19684-1678881600-1678886100@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Not So Puzzling: Autism and Social Narratives
DESCRIPTION: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. \nREGISTER ONLINE HERE \n All RCADD workshops will take place online using Zoom. \nEntrenamientos serán virtualmente\, sobre la plataforma de Zoom. \nQuestions? Please reach out to Nora Stillwell norajs@uic.edu \nPreguntas? Escriba a Nora Stillwell norajs@uic.edu \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/not-so-puzzling-autism-and-social-narratives-3/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230316T150000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20230223T185155Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T185212Z
UID:20373-1678960800-1678978800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Future of the IDD Field Webinar (Free)
DESCRIPTION:The National Leadership Consortium on Developmental Disabilities\, funded by the Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities (ICDD)\, is pleased to offer a FREE Virtual Conference on the future of the Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities field on March 16th. \nThis conference is open to Illinois disability service providers\, legislators\, ICDD Council members\, people with developmental disabilities and self-advocates\, family members and anyone else in the intellectual/developmental disabilities field. Join ICDD for this free event with presentations by national disability sector leaders. \nAttendees will leave the training with: \n\nIncreased knowledge related to current trends and directions in the intellectual/developmental disabilities field nationally.\nAn understanding of how these trends affect the future of the services that providers offer.\nExamples of strategies and resources that will be helpful to improve the quality of services offered in Illinois.\n\nFREE Virtual Conference on the Future of the Field \nThursday\, March 16th \n10AM – 12PM and 1PM – 3PM CT
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-future-of-idd-field-free-virtual/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230316T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230316T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20221215T153018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221215T153019Z
UID:19632-1678968000-1678971600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Self-Advocacy Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Equip for Equality – Client Assistance Program (CAP) \nSpeakers: Rachel Weisberg and Emily Wilson \nRegistration Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ABMb-XlDRLKJ8JJ2fMmYfg \nASL interpreters and CART will be provided. If need other accommodations\, email us at cap@equipforequality.org or call 855-452-2725.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/self-advocacy-strategies/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230316T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230316T183000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20230105T155147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230120T180628Z
UID:19759-1678987800-1678991400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Webinar en Espanol:  La Division de Cuidado Especializado para Ninos/Jovenes (DSCC):  Programa en el Hogar
DESCRIPTION:La presentación brindará conocimiento sobre La División de Atención Especializada para Niños (DSCC) y como las familias pueden obtener los servicios de coordinación especializados para participantes eligibles. En particular\, DSCC lleva a cabo tambien el programa de cuidados en el hogar (Home Services). Este programa ayuda a los jovenes a permanecer en su hogar y prevenir estancias en el hospital o centros de enfermería por largo plazo. DSCC provee servicios con fin de ayudar a conectar a familias con recursos y la atención especializada que necesitan para que sus hijos alcancen su máximo potencial. \nPresentadora: Mayra Rubio LSW Bilingual Care Coordinator\nHa trajabado 6 años con DSCC como coordinadora. Recibio su Maestria en la Universidad de St Francis en Joliet. Le apasionan los servicios especializados que brinda DSCC a sus participantes y familias. Sus intereses incluyen cultivar plantas\, pasar tiempo de calidad con sus familiares y mascotas. \nInscríbase con este enlace: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PV6c9VOyR0iaIamqfmSpkA \nLuego de la inscripción\, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información para unirse al seminario web.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/webinar-en-espanol-la-division-de-cuidado-especializado-para-ninos-jovemes-dscc-programa-en-el-hogar/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230317T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230317T180000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20230222T220246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230222T220301Z
UID:20362-1679070600-1679076000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family Open Swim hosted by HLC Therapy (Algonquin\, IL)
DESCRIPTION:C.I.T.Y. of Support Play Date\nJoin us for a Family Open Swim at the beautiful\, new\, Goldfish Swim School in Algonquin for a C.I.T.Y of Support Play Date! \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-open-swim-hosted-by-hlc-therapy-algonquin-il/
LOCATION:IL
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230323T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230323T160000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20220622T191102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230123T215912Z
UID:17611-1679562000-1679587200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:11th Annual Information Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the Family Support Network and the Ligas Family Advocate Program of The Arc of Illinois. \n  \nClick here for more information and to register. 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/11th-annual-information-seminar/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T203000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20230301T212929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230301T213008Z
UID:20501-1680024600-1680035400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Transition: Preparing for Life After Graduation (Free - Champaign\, IL)
DESCRIPTION:PRESENTED BY CHAMPAIGN COUNTY TRANSITION PLANNING COMMITTEE \nA FREE event for students\, parents\, guardians\, and teachers of students ages 14-22 with IEPs or 504 Plans \nJoin us to learn how to create a vision for your child\, to ask the necessary questions about the elements of transition\, and to find the tools you need to make it all happen! We will discuss getting the most out of your child’s school years\, what resources are available through community organizations\, and how to plan for your child’s transition to life after graduation using the continuation of related services. \nFor more information call or email Sheila Krein at 765-665-6773 or skrein@ccrpc.org \nTuesday\, March 28th\, 2023 5:30pm-8:30pm \nChampaign Public Library -Robeson A/B Pavilion Room 200 W. Green St. Champaign\, IL \n3.28.23 TPC Event Flyer
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/transition-preparing-for-life-after-graduation-free-champaign-il/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230329T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20230317T211638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T211638Z
UID:20850-1680091200-1680094800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:UIC Institute on Disability and Human Development Webinar Series: A Panel Discussion on Long COVID. What is it? Lived experiences and is it a disability?
DESCRIPTION:Learn from experts and advocates in the Autism and Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities field! Webinars are free to attend\, and free continuing education units (CEUs) are provided. \nThis webinar/panel discussion will share information about Long COVID19. What it is and its impact on people with disabilities. You will hear from self-advocates share their lived experiences with Long COVID19. A resource guide and social stories will be shared to help inform about Long COVID19 as well as information on supports available under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). \n  \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/uic-institute-on-disability-and-human-development-webinar-series-a-panel-discussion-on-long-covid-what-is-it-lived-experiences-and-is-it-a-disability/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230330T140000
DTSTAMP:20260729T090902
CREATED:20230303T233301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T233404Z
UID:20603-1680170400-1680184800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Mom's Day (Carbondale\, IL)
DESCRIPTION:This event is in collaboration with STAR NET Regions I & III and The Arc of Illinois. \nRegister by March 23rd. Come join other moms at our springtime retreat as we take a cue from Mother Nature and grow! In a supportive environment\, we’ll learn how to use a growth mindset to reach our personal goals. Then we will have some extra fun together as we celebrate our plans through multi-media art making. Absolutely no artistic talent is required and all supplies will be provided. Lunch will be provided. \nFeaturing Elizabeth Frisbie \nDate: Thursday\, March 30\, 2023  ~  Time: 10:00am – 2:00pm \nLocation: Oak Manor\, 3100 W. Striegel Road\, Carbondale\, IL 62901 \nRegister HERE \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/moms-day-carbondale-il/
LOCATION:IL
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