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SUMMARY:Gompers Park Social Club For Adults (18+) With an Intellectual Disability.
DESCRIPTION:Gompers Park Social Club For Adults (18+) With an Intellectual Disability. \nWhen: September 9-December 2\, Mondays 10:00 am 2:00 pm \nLocation: Gompers Park 4222 W. Foster Ave. \n  \nFor more information or registration\, please contact Mandy Liu at mandy.liu@chicagoparkdistrict.com\, 312-881-0779
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/gompers-park-social-club-for-adults-18-with-an-intellectual-disability/
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Park District":MAILTO:mandy.liu@chicagoparkdistrict.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
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SUMMARY:Dvorak Park Fun & Games For Adults (18+) With an Intellectual Disability.
DESCRIPTION:Dvorak Park Fun & Games For Adults (18+) With an Intellectual Disability.\nWhen: September 10-December 3 Tuesdays 10 AM-2:00 PM \nLocation: Dvorak Park 1119 W. Cullerton St. \n  \nFor more information or registration\, please contact Mandy Liu at mandy.liu@chicagoparkdistrict.com\, 312-881-0779
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/dvorak-park-fun-games-for-adults-18-with-an-intellectual-disability/
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Park District":MAILTO:mandy.liu@chicagoparkdistrict.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240917T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241203T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20240916T155453Z
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UID:24174-1726587000-1733243400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Dvorak Park Music and Movement For ages 3-7 Year Olds With An Intellectual Disability
DESCRIPTION:Dvorak Park Music and Movement For ages 3-7 Year Olds With An Intellectual Disability\nWhen: September 10-December 3\, Tuesdays 3:30 PM-4:30 PM \nLocation: Dvorak Park 1119 W. Cullerton St. \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information or registration\, please contact Mandy Liu at mandy.liu@chicagoparkdistrict.com\, 312-881-0779
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/dvorak-park-music-and-movement-for-ages-3-7-year-olds-with-an-intellectual-disability/
ORGANIZER;CN="Chicago Park District":MAILTO:mandy.liu@chicagoparkdistrict.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241002T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20240911T153222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240911T153222Z
UID:24149-1727870400-1727872200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Preparing for Parent-Teacher Conferences\,A 30-Minute Message from Family Matters PTIC
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n\n\n\nIt’s time for Parent-Teacher conferences. Join Family Matters PTIC for a 30-minute Message! \nPreparing for Parent-Teacher Conferences on October 2nd\, 2024\, 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. \nTarget Audience: Parents\, Caregivers\, Students\, Self-Advocates\, and Professionals. \nPlease follow the link to register https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4RRzjl3lTCaf96aeCKs76g\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAll training material associated with this 30-Minute Message will be shared during the live presentation. The presentation will be recorded and shared on our Family Matters PTIC website after the presentation.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/preparing-for-parent-teacher-conferencesa-30-minute-message-from-family-matters-ptic/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20240729T175721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T175721Z
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SUMMARY:Parent Resource and Leadership (PAL) Training
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent of a child with a disability or a community member interested in gaining a strong understanding of the special education system? The Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL)program is a free training series designed to help you navigate the special education process Illinois. \nFamily Resource Center on Disabilities is excited to announce that registration for our Fall PAL. Training Cohort of 2024 is open. All training will be virtual. The PAL \nis eight sessions long. \nRequirements: Willing to attend all eight sessions\, Willing to complete a pre-survey. \nTraining will cover: \nThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) \n\nState law (Part 226)\nThe Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)\nSection 504\nAdvocacy\nCurrent Special Education Issues\n\nParticipants who complete all eight sessions will receive a Parent Advocacy Leadership Certificate of Completion. \nEach training session will be on Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm (excluding holidays) via Zoom Meeting. \nThe PAL Session Dates Include: October 5th\, October 12th\, October 19th\, October 26th\, November 2nd November 9th\, November 16th\, November 23rd. \nFor more information contact Paula Wills at paula.wills@frcd.org or call (312) 939-3513.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/parent-resource-and-leadership-pal-training/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Resource Center on Disability":MAILTO:info@frcd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241005T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20240916T145956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T145956Z
UID:24165-1728122400-1728131400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family Resource Center on Disabilities Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL) Program
DESCRIPTION:Are you a parent of a child with a disability or a community member interested in gaining a strong understanding of the special education system? The Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL)program is a free training series designed to help you navigate the special education process Illinois. \nFamily Resource Center on Disabilities is excited to announce that registration for our Fall PAL. Training Cohort of 2024 is open. All training will be virtual. The PAL is eight sessions long. \nRequirements: Willing to attend all eight sessions\, Willing to complete a pre-survey. \nTraining will cover: \nThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) \nState law (Part 226) \nThe Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) \nSection 504 \nAdvocacy \nCurrent Special Education Issues \n\nParticipants who complete all eight sessions will receive a Parent Advocacy Leadership Certificate of Completion. \nEach training session will be on Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm (excluding holidays) via Zoom Meeting. \n\nThe PAL Session Dates Include: October 5th\, October 12th\, October 19th\, October 26th\, November 2nd November 9th\, November 16th\, November 23rd. \n\nFor more information contact Paula Wills at paula.wills@frcd.org or call (312) 939-3513.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-resource-center-on-disabilities-parent-advocacy-leadership-pal-program-7/
LOCATION:Zoom
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Resource Center on Disability":MAILTO:info@frcd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T140000
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CREATED:20240819T180303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240819T180304Z
UID:24111-1728468000-1728655200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Speak Up and Speak Out Summit
DESCRIPTION: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. \n\nVisit the website to learn more!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/speak-up-and-speak-out-summit-4/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241009T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20240918T140418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240918T140418Z
UID:24179-1728471600-1728475200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Bullying\, What Can Parents Do? A Family Matters PTIC presentation.
DESCRIPTION:October is Bullying Prevention Awareness Month. Bullying is a serious matter at home and in school\, and Parents and Caregivers play a key role in ensuring that the school and community are safe environments for all students. Join Family Matters PTIC on National Stop Bullying Day (October 9th\, 2024) for a presentation titled Bullying: What Can  Parents Do?
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/bullying-what-can-parents-do-a-family-matters-ptic-presentation/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241011T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20240923T150622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240923T170013Z
UID:24183-1728667800-1728675000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:FREE DISABILITIES  FAMILY RESOURCE FAIR
DESCRIPTION:Advisory Commission on Disabilities \n\nLearn about community resources for:\nVision impairment\nDeaf or hard of hearing\nMental health conditions\nAcquired brain injury\nIntellectual/Developmental Physical disabilities\nAutism spectrum disorder Transportation\nSootheSpace\nEmployment\nSpecial Recreation including Special Olympics\nDisability Owned Micro-Businesses and more!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/free-disabilities-family-resource-fair/
LOCATION:Prisco Community Center\, 150 W Illinois Avenue\, Aurora\, IL\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241012T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20240729T180541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T180541Z
UID:24054-1728727200-1728736200@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family Resource Center on Disabilities Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL) Program
DESCRIPTION:Family Resource Center on Disabilities Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL) Program \n\nAre you a parent of a child with a disability or a community member interested in gaining a strong understanding of the special education system? The Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL)program is a free training series designed to help you navigate the special education process Illinois. \nFamily Resource Center on Disabilities is excited to announce that registration for our Fall PAL. Training Cohort of 2024 is open. All training will be virtual. The PAL is eight sessions long. \nRequirements: Willing to attend all eight sessions\, Willing to complete a pre-survey. \nTraining will cover: \nThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) \n\nState law (Part 226)\nThe Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)\nSection 504\nAdvocacy\nCurrent Special Education Issues\n\n\nParticipants who complete all eight sessions will receive a Parent Advocacy Leadership Certificate of Completion. \nEach training session will be on Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm (excluding holidays) via Zoom Meeting. \n\nThe PAL Session Dates Include: October 5th\, October 12th\, October 19th\, October 26th\, November 2nd November 9th\, November 16th\, November 23rd. \n\nFor more information contact Paula Wills at paula.wills@frcd.org or call (312) 939-3513.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-resource-center-on-disabilities-parent-advocacy-leadership-pal-program/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Resource Center on Disability":MAILTO:info@frcd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20241003T200914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241003T200941Z
UID:24219-1729186200-1729193400@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Seminario Web en Espanol:  Programa de Exención Medicaid (HBSS) para personas con discapacidades bajo la División de Discapacidades del Desarrollo
DESCRIPTION:Presentadora:   Ruth Aguilar\, Senior Family Advocate con  The Arc of IL \nSe habla mucho de “PUNs”.  PUNS no es un programa sino es uno paso importante de un proceso para obtener fondos gubernamentales bajo la financiación de Exención de Medicaid basada en el hogar y la comunidad (HBSS).    Este seminario webinar se hablará sobre la elegibilidad\, el proceso\, y el rol de la agencia de servicio de coordinación (ISC). \nObjetivos de aprendizaje: \n\nConocer sus opciones bajo la exención de Medicaid basada en el hogar y la comunidad (HBSS) para adultos con discapacidades del desarrollo en Illinois.\nDiscutiremos las opciones de servicio y soporte\, exploraremos el rol de su agencia de servicio de coordinación (ISC)\, revise los pasos clave que debe seguir para prepararse para los apoyos y hable sobre inquietudes y barreras comunes\n\nPara inscribirse\, haga clic con este enlace: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_uZ8Q3AqyRI2ks2SOM5rYvw
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/seminario-web-en-espanol-programa-de-exencion-medicaid-hbss-para-personas-con-discapacidades-bajo-la-division-de-discapacidades-del-desarrollo/
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241017T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20241009T174745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241009T174745Z
UID:24231-1729188000-1729191600@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Creating Pathways: Empowering Students with Disabilities for Success in Higher Education
DESCRIPTION:Creating Pathways: Empowering Students with Disabilities for Success in Higher Education\n– An Informational Webinar by A Place For Us\nJoin us for an empowering webinar presented by A Place For Us\, an organization dedicated to helping students with disabilities succeed in higher education. Did you know only 11% of people with disabilities enroll in college\, and just 5% graduate? A Place For Us is here to change that! \nA Place For Us connects students with disabilities nationwide\, offering mentorship\, guidance\, and a supportive community. Founded by college students with disabilities\, A Place For Us knows first hand the challenges and triumphs of navigating higher education. Learn about your rights\, build advocacy skills\, and find the support you need to thrive. Register today!
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/creating-pathways-empowering-students-with-disabilities-for-success-in-higher-education/
LOCATION:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Resource Center on Disability":MAILTO:info@frcd.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241019T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20240729T180727Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T180727Z
UID:24055-1729332000-1729341000@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:Family Resource Center on Disabilities Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL) Program
DESCRIPTION:Family Resource Center on Disabilities Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL) Program \n\nAre you a parent of a child with a disability or a community member interested in gaining a strong understanding of the special education system? The Parent Advocacy Leadership (PAL)program is a free training series designed to help you navigate the special education process Illinois. \nFamily Resource Center on Disabilities is excited to announce that registration for our Fall PAL. Training Cohort of 2024 is open. All training will be virtual. The PAL is eight sessions long. \nRequirements: Willing to attend all eight sessions\, Willing to complete a pre-survey. \nTraining will cover: \nThe Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) \n\nState law (Part 226)\nThe Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)\nSection 504\nAdvocacy\nCurrent Special Education Issues\n\n\nParticipants who complete all eight sessions will receive a Parent Advocacy Leadership Certificate of Completion. \nEach training session will be on Saturday from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm (excluding holidays) via Zoom Meeting. \n\nThe PAL Session Dates Include: October 5th\, October 12th\, October 19th\, October 26th\, November 2nd November 9th\, November 16th\, November 23rd. \n\nFor more information contact Paula Wills at paula.wills@frcd.org or call (312) 939-3513.
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/family-resource-center-on-disabilities-parent-advocacy-leadership-pal-program-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
ORGANIZER;CN="Family Resource Center on Disability":MAILTO:info@frcd.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20240916T150722Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240916T150722Z
UID:24169-1729587600-1729702800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:FMPTIC Virtual Special Education Parent Summit
DESCRIPTION:The 2024 Virtual Special Education Parent Summit will bring together experts across the state to share information for parents\, students\, and guardians about special education services\, system navigation\, conflict resolution\, and transition readiness. The collaborative conference will include presentations by the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission\, Illinois DRS\, Illinois Elevating Special Educators\, Equip for Equality\, the Arc of Illinois Ligas Family Advocate Program\, the Family Resource Center on Disabilities\, and Family Matters PTIC. \n  \nJoin us to build advocacy skills\, be connected to community resources\, and better engage in special education and transition supports. We look forward to seeing you online. Please reach out to Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center with questions: info@fmptic.org \n  \nThis is a FREE event\, but REGISTRATION for both days are required. \n  \nRegistration for day 1:  \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jnj8y07fRsKqwC9aKnS7Iw?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR24jCl3Bxj3Y3SB-6-x7dQEfBVlDZxdKCRNpzWy-StohJ8PkI835r8-qtY_aem_faGW913ZYAmvNSD52_3MbA#/registration \n  \nRegistration for day 2: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_kLs74xuZQ52tDfibs4d10A?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR03i93o0xmZUkeeZmJ3aohoZLUjax26F3xVONdo6wOjgdYIx223dJ8Bgwo_aem_Ck12laqDW4fB2_gA0PP4pw#/registration
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/fmptic-virtual-special-education-parent-summit/
LOCATION:Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241029T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T083128
CREATED:20240514T195159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241002T170112Z
UID:23803-1730203200-1730206800@www.thearcofil.org
SUMMARY:ILS & F2F Joint Webinars:  Services for Persons with Disabilities at IL Secretary of State Office
DESCRIPTION:Presenter: William “Bill”  Bodgan\, Disability Liasion at IL Secretary of State \nRegister in advance for this webinar: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rqEg1_GATDGklu6pO4vMHw \nAfter registering\, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar. \n 
URL:https://www.thearcofil.org/event/ils-f2f-joint-webinars-services-for-persons-with-disabilities-at-il-secretary-of-state-office/
LOCATION:Webinar
CATEGORIES:Arc Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Illinois Life Span Program":MAILTO:rocio@thearcofil.org
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