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SUMMARY:INCLUSION OF YOUNG CHILDREN WITH AUTISM: PART 3 EMBEDDING INSTRUCTION
DESCRIPTION:Presented in collaboration with STAR NET Regions 1-6 and CHOICES. \n\nJoin us for the third event in this 3 part series with Erin Barton. This workshop will provide strategies to support the inclusion of individuals with autism spectrum disorders and other developmental disabilities in preschool. Participants will learn effective classroom practices to embed instruction throughout the routine of the day. \n\n\nPresenter\nErin Barton\n\n\nLearner objectives\n\n1. Learners will list the rationale\, myths\, and Quality Indicators of preschool inclusion.\n2. Learners will describe effective classroom practices including how to teach to the entire learning cycles.\n3. Learners will describe how to embed instruction across the day for all learners. \n\n\n\nIntended audience\n\nAdministrator\, Early Childhood Special and General Educator\, Early Intervention Personnel\, Occupational Therapist/Physical Therapist\, Teacher Assistant\n\n\n\nContact hours\n1.50
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/inclusion-of-young-children-with-autism-part-3-embedding-instruction/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T230000
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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: \nMay 2\, 2023 @10am \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zjAw1xlbRc2SVNC8vP5Ddg
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/work-incentive-planning-assistance-wipa-hosted-iatp-5/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230509T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20220624T171023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230314T192930Z
UID:17636-1683633600-1683637200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Webinar Series - Social Security
DESCRIPTION:Presenter:  Megan Forristall \nMegan Forristall is a Public Affairs Specialist with the Social Security Administration\, she has been with the agency for over 17 years. Megan covers a large service area of Illinois including portions of the Chicago suburbs\, Northern & North Central Illinois and travels throughout her area providing outreach in addition to virtual presentations. Megan has experience in all aspects of Social Security programs including disability for adults and children\, retirement\, survivor’s and original and replacement applications for Social Security cards. \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cKsk7DgnTXyOOsu7uEwniw \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-lunchtime-webinar-8/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230511T193000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230303T232551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T232934Z
UID:20600-1683828000-1683833400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:It's never too early to start planning and setting up a Special Needs Trust
DESCRIPTION:2023 Parent Learning Series Presented by The Arc Quad Cities \nMany times\, the questions that arise when considering starting a special needs trust can be overwhelming. How do I know my child or I need one? Is it possible to avoid having a special needs trust? If a special needs trust is necessary what is the proper time to start one? How do I know what kind of special needs trust is right for my child or me? How much will one cost? This workshop will discuss the answers to these questions as well as discussing the makeup of the different kinds of special needs trusts. \nTo register\, please contact Sue Gadient: gadients@arcqca.org| (309) 786-6474 \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/its-never-too-early-to-start-planning-and-setting-up-a-special-needs-trust/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T180000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230426T163655Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T163655Z
UID:21328-1684170000-1684173600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:PARENT SUPPORT GROUP - GRUPO DE APOYO PARA PADRES (Chicago\, IL)
DESCRIPTION:Join Family Resource Center on Disabilities for an in-person session with Maria Castillo\, Parent Coach and Parent Support Advocate from Family Resource Center on Disabilities. Learn more about the delegation of rights when your child has an IEP and your rights as parents. \nAcompáñanos a una sesión que llevaremos a cabo en persona con María Castillo\, Entrenadora de Padres y Defensora de Apoyo para Padres del Centro de Recursos Familiares en Discapacidades. Aprenda más sobre la delegación de derechos cuando su hijo tiene un Plan Individualizado de Educación (IEP) y sus derechos como padres. \nMay 15th\, 2023 – 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Presenter: Maria Castillo Please call Erica Fernandez at (312) 391-9208 to register. Email is required to participate. \nEl 15 de Mayo 2023 – 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM Presentadora: Maria Castillo Para mas informacion o para registrarse\, llame a Erica Fernandez al (312) 391-9208. Se requiere correo electrónico.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/parent-support-group-grupo-de-apoyo-para-padres-chicago-il/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T190000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230216T231433Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T231433Z
UID:20301-1684173600-1684177200@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: \nMay 15\, 2023 @6pm \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qSZG9Qb6TzCIeqJbEZpVDA
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/work-incentive-planning-assistance-wipa-hosted-iatp-6/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230517T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230517T163000
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CREATED:20230110T165757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T165757Z
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SUMMARY:Planning for the Future Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, May 17\, 2023 \n1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. \n1:00 – 3:00 pm – “Special Needs Estate & Future Planning” presented by Brian Rubin & Benjamin Rubin \n3:00 – 3:15 Break \n3:15 – 4:30 pm – “PUNS/Home Based Services” presented by Shirley Perez \nhttps://thearcofillinois.salsalabs.org/planningforthefuture2022-2023
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/planning-for-the-future-webinar-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230518T190144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T190144Z
UID:21536-1684576800-1684580400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Skills For Effective Parent Advocacy: Special Education Rights Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Family Resource Center on Disabilities  \nAre 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? \nSkills for Effective Parent Advocacy will provide you with these important tools: Going from frustration to empowerment; Who is an advocate and why become one? How to effectively advocate for your child. \nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/skills-for-effective-parent-advocacy-special-education-rights-webinar-5/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230522T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230517T183308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T183349Z
UID:21508-1684753200-1684756800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:"The ABCs of Dementia Behavior" - Understanding Behaviors as Communication by Project ECHO: Growing Older with Lifelong Intellectual Disabilities: When Dementia is Suspected or Diagnosed
DESCRIPTION:Ley Linder\, MA\, MEd\, BCBA\, an Intensive Behavior Interventionist and Executive Director at Crescent Behavioral Health Services\, LLC will present guidance on interpreting and responding to behaviors that may accompany dementia. \nAs soon as you can\, (before Wednesday\, if possible) please use this link to send in a story of a dementia-related behavior you’d appreciate help with.  We are also seeking stories about supporting a client’s family. Have you run into any tricky situations we can bring to the group? \nRegister HERE: https://redcap.vcu.edu/surveys/?s=8CDDK99W39
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/the-abcs-of-dementia-behavior-understanding-behaviors-as-communication-by-project-echo-growing-older-with-lifelong-intellectual-disabilities-when-dementia-is-suspected-or-diagnosed/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T110000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230216T231508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230216T231508Z
UID:20302-1684836000-1684839600@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: \nMay 23\, 2023 @10am \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_lFs4cQYwQMymHDNHZQ0z4A
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/work-incentive-planning-assistance-wipa-hosted-iatp-7/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230405T205028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230405T205141Z
UID:21139-1684857600-1684861200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Entrenamiento:  El Estipendio del Consumidor
DESCRIPTION:La organización Arc of IL administra el Programa de Participación del Consumidor  y distibuye fondos de estipendio (subvención) del Concilio de Discapacidades del Desarrollo de Illinois (ICDD). \nEsta presentación explicará el propósito del estipendio (Lo cual es ayudar a las personas con DD y sus familias asistir al conferencias).  Tambien la presentadora enseñará como completar la forma para solicitar el estipendio.     Inscríbase con este enlace:  https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_-bfqgsn5S0OxOL29y3TLLQ \nLuego de la inscripción\, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información para unirse al seminario web. \nNota especial:  Este estipendio es solamente para los residentes del Estado de Illinois. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/entrenamiento-el-estipendio-del-consumidor/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T113000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230518T184537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T184537Z
UID:21527-1685012400-1685014200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Separating Interests from Positions (Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center -Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:People in conflict tend to take positions\, make demands\, and deliver ultimatums. These strategies are common and we often use them because we don’t know any other way of capably responding to conflict. In this webinar we will explore how to separate interests from positions. \nSIGN UP HERE!!! https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4018435054450293593
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/separating-interests-from-positions-family-matters-parent-training-information-center-virtual/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T170000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230518T180051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T180051Z
UID:21525-1685030400-1685034000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Express Yourself Music Activity Group (Free\, Crystal Lake)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ascension Alecian Brothers \nPlease join the Autism Spectrum and Developmental Disorders Resource Center for the Express Yourself FREE activity group for individuals and families with autism and other related neurodevelopmental disorders. \nMental Health Awareness: The Connection Between Music and Emotions  \nMusic can be a way for people to uniquely express themselves regardless of verbal language —whether that’s through instruments\, sounds\, or their bodies. In honor of Mental Health Month\, in this group we will explore our emotions and ways in which music can impact and even help us regulate. \nFacilitated by Clinicians of Ascension Alexian Brothers Behavioral Health: Jenny Lewanczyk-Terenzio.\, LSW Autism Spectrum & Developmental Disorders Resource Center in McHenry County Lauren Crumble\, MT-BC Center for Expressive Therapy ● Session materials will be provided for participants ● Family involvement encouraged \nRegistration required: call 847-755-8536 or email\, AHGHHHEResourceCenter@ascension.org \nPlease register by May 22\, 2023
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/express-yourself-music-activity-group-free-crystal-lake/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T183000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230306T183814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230306T184055Z
UID:20629-1685035800-1685039400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Seminario Web en Español:  Programas de La Administración del Seguro Social (SSA)
DESCRIPTION:Presentadora:  Srta Josephine Mueller \nLa Srta. Josephine Mueller es especialista bilingüe en asuntos públicos para la Administración del Seguro Social (SSA) en el área de Chicago. Josephine ha asumido su papel fundamental para informar al público sobre los programas y beneficios del Seguro Social. Su pasión por compartir información le ha proporcionado una plataforma con Chicago Access Live Television Network durante varios años. Esta plataforma le ha dado la oportunidad de promover los programas del Seguro Social en la cuidad y los suburbios de Chicago y por todo el país. Sus intereses incluyen la participación de la comunidad\, la educación y motivar a las generaciones más jóvenes a superarse en sus carreras educativas y profesionales. Ella tiene una pasión por la diversidad y hablar en público. La Srta Josephine Mueller obtuvo una Maestría en Administración de Empresas con concentración en Negocios Internacionales de Governors State University en Illinois. \nInscribese con este enlace:   https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_88-PterDReS0Iad492t2HQ \nLuego de la inscripción\, recibirá un correo electrónico de confirmación con información para unirse al seminario web. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/seminario-web-en-espanol-programas-de-la-administracion-del-seguro-social-ssa/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230525T193000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230303T232736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T232850Z
UID:20601-1685037600-1685043000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:"Guardianship - All you need to know"
DESCRIPTION:2023 Parent Learning Series Presented by The Arc Quad Cities \nIt is easy to overlook or misunderstand when guardianship or conservatorship is necessary and one of the biggest concerns parents have is who will take over as guardian or conservator of one’s child when both parents are deceased. This workshop will walk through the guardianship and conservatorship process from when one should be started to the court proceedings involved to how someone will take over when parents or other caretakers are no long able to do so. \nTo register\, please contact Sue Gadient: gadients@arcqca.org| (309) 786-6474 \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/guardianship-all-you-need-to-know/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230530T120000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230518T184907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T184907Z
UID:21529-1685437200-1685448000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Educational Surrogate Parent Training - Refresher (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center \nSign Up HERE: https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/1261055605655043669
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/educational-surrogate-parent-training-refresher-virtual/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T153000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230518T190455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T190455Z
UID:21538-1685523600-1685547000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Transition from Early Intervention to Early Childhood Services: Roles and Responsibilities Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Presented by STARNET Region V  \nRegister HERE \nThe Illinois State Board of Education and the Illinois Department of Human Services developed this standardized training to address the requirements of the federal law\, Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) to ensure a smooth and effective transition process is in place for children and their families who will be transitioning from Early Intervention into Early Childhood Special Education. \nThis training will cover requirements regarding timeline\, role responsibilities\, transition process meetings\, state forms\, as well as vital partnerships\, collaborative relationships\, and positive strategies. This training has 2 parts for a total of 5.5 contact hours of credit upon completion of both parts. Following the 4.5 hours of the webinar\, there is an additional hour assignment to be completed on your own time. This 1 hour includes: viewing an online module on inclusion\, and completing and submitting a reflection form. The links for the module and reflection form will be provided at the webinar. You will have the 2 hours break to submit your assignment. This webinar is a full day Session. Two hours will be given for lunch and the assignment completion.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/transition-from-early-intervention-to-early-childhood-services-roles-and-responsibilities-webinar/
LOCATION:IL
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230531T130000
DTSTAMP:20260729T073646
CREATED:20230518T185436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230518T185436Z
UID:21533-1685534400-1685538000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Autism and Cardiac Outcomes: Delving into the Genetic Connection (TAP/IDHD/LEND Webinar Series)
DESCRIPTION:Presented by the TAP/IDHD/LEND Webinar Series \nRegister HERE \n\nSummary: \n\n\nIndividuals with autism are 32% more likely to have congenital heart defects than neurotypical peers. This presentation is the culmination of an independent study addressing autism and cardiac outcomes. The presentation objectives are to review the anatomy and physiology of the heart\, explore congenital heart disease as a medical condition and its impact on physical health\, investigate potential genetic connections between autism and congenital heart disease\, and identify the implications of exercise implementation for those with the dual diagnosis.Speaker Bio:Emily Vaupel Graduated with a major in psychology and minor in chemistry from Elmhurst College. Post undergraduate degree worked with adolescents and teenagers with serious emotional disturbances in residential treatment. As a lifelong runner\, decided to combine passion for working with teens and love of running to become a cross country/track and field coach with Chicago Public Schools. Currently\, a Master of Science in Kinesiology degree seeking candidate at UIC\, and a recent graduate of the 2022-2023 IL LEND program. Future plans include pursing teaching certification focusing on special education with the goal being to teach and coach teens. \n\nRegister HERE
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/autism-and-cardiac-outcomes-delving-into-the-genetic-connection-tap-idhd-lend-webinar-series/
LOCATION:IL
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