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| Positive Proactive Strategires for Individuals with Behavior Problems, Part 2 of 2, Naperville |
Date: 9/30/2010 |
| Time: 2:30:00 PM |
| From Little Friends Center for Autism, presented by Patti Boheme. Presentation will discuss principles of behavior management and how to develop positive proactive programs for individuals with behavior problems. Other areas covered will be how behavior issues impact staff, and how we can inadvertently reinforce negative behavior and ways to avoid this trap. Also covered will be how the educational environment can help or negatively impact a student and tips for organizing a classroom. Strategies on how to develop effective reinforcement programs and schedules will be covered along with effective ways to increase appropriate behaviors and decrease inappropriate behaviors. |
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| Positive Proactive Programming for Individuals with Behavior Problems, Level 1, Naperville |
Date: 9/28/2010 |
| Time: 2:30:00 PM |
| From Little Friends Center for Autism, presented by Patti Boheme. Presentation will discuss principles of behavior management and how to develop positive proactive programs for individuals with behavior problems. Other areas covered will be how behavior issues impact staff, and how we can inadvertently reinforce negative behavior and ways to avoid this trap. Also covered will be how the educational environment can help or negatively impact a student and tips for organizing a classroom. Strategies on how to develop effective reinforcement programs and schedules will be covered along with effective ways to increase appropriate behaviors and decrease inappropriate behaviors. |
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| Building Educational Supports for Students with ADD/ADHD, Peoria Heights |
Date: 9/27/2010 |
| Time: 5:30:00 PM |
| Does your child
struggle with
staying on task?
Has your child been
diagnosed with
ADD/ADHD?
Are you searching for
ways to support your
child in a general
education setting? At this session learn *The difference between an IEP and a 504 Plan *Ways to support students with ADD/ADHD in general education *How to monitor your child's progress at school.
Join Family Matters
PTIC, Advocates for
Access Center for
Independent Living and
Heart of IL Down
Syndrome Association
on Monday,
September 27, 2010
from 5:30-8:30 pm for
a FREE informational
session in Peoria Heights. Registration required - by phone or online at www.fmptic.org. |
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| Friendship, Bullying & People with ASD, presented by Carol Gray, Swansea |
Date: 9/25/2010 |
| Time: 9:00:00 AM |
| Carol Gray is the Director of
The Gray Center for Social
Learning and Understanding in
Grand Rapids, Michigan.
She has completed over 22 years
of employment with Jenison
Public Schools in Jenison,
Michigan, initially as a teacher
with students with autism
spectrum disorders (ASD) and in
recent years as a consultant to
students with ASD in inclusive
educational programs. In 1991,
Carol developed Social Stories
and Comic Strip Conversations.
These are strategies that are
used with children, adolescents,
and adults with ASD. She has
published several resources on
topics related to children and
adults with ASD. This presentation uses lecture, activities, and case
examples to: 1)explain why people with ASD are
often targeted by bullying attempts; 2)share the
current research related to bullying; 3)provide an
inclusive definition of bullying; 4)outline a
multifaceted approach to addressing bullying
behavior; 5) detail a step-by-step approach to
teach a child/adult with ASD to respond effectively
to an initial bullying attempt; and 6)share
information and resources to keep Internet use
safe for children, adolescents, and adults with ASD. For more information, see complete event brochure! |
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| Respite Day 2010! Burr Ridge |
Date: 9/25/2010 |
| Time: 10:00:00 AM |
| The Illinois Respite Coalition would like to invite you and your families to “Respite” Day 2010! This is a free event! So, come out and join us to enjoy a fun filled day with your families! Some of the activities will include face painting, bean bag toss, and barn animals (see attached flier for further details)!
** Special: We will be having free pony rides for children between the ages of 5 to 15 years old. The pony rides will be available from
12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. A consent form will need to be completed on the day of the event by each participant if they choose to ride a pony. This is a great opportunity for everyone to enjoy some time outdoors with exceptional activities! Please RSVP by September 17 to Julie Pandya at 630-529-2871 Ext. 3242 or julypandya@marklund.org. |
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| Retreat Yourself Weekend! Easter Seals, Rockford |
Date: 9/24/2010 |
| Time: 5:30:00 PM |
| Mothers of children with developmental disabilities can enjoy a weekend away to rest and relax. Begins on Friday, September 24 to Sunday, September 26. Many fun activities, all meals and room for only $55.00. Eligible for Arc stipend. |
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| Social Stories and Comic Strip Conversations, presented by Carol Gray, Swansea |
Date: 9/24/2010 |
| Time: 9:00:00 AM |
| Parents and professionals have used Social Stories
and Comic Strip Conversations for many years to
effectively share social information with children,
adolescents, and adults with autism spectrum
disorder (ASD) and other social-communication
delays and differences. This is a fun and fastpaced,
upbeat workshop that, in addition to teaching
participants to write and implement a Social
Story and conduct a Comic Strip Conversation,
provides plenty of positive and practical new ideas
along the way! Carol Gray is the Director of
The Gray Center for Social
Learning and Understanding in
Grand Rapids, Michigan.
She has completed over 22 years
of employment with Jenison
Public Schools in Jenison,
Michigan, initially as a teacher
with students with autism
spectrum disorders (ASD) and in
recent years as a consultant to
students with ASD in inclusive
educational programs. In 1991,
Carol developed Social Stories
and Comic Strip Conversations.
These are strategies that are
used with children, adolescents,
and adults with ASD. She has
published several resources on
topics related to children and
adults with ASD. See attached brochure for details and registration information! |
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| Planning for Children & Adults with Special Needs for Today and Tomorrow!, presented by Brian Rubin, J.D. & Sherri Schneider, Park Ridge |
Date: 9/23/2010 |
| Time: 8:30:00 AM |
| From The Arc of Illinois, hosted by Avenues to Independence. For over thirty years, Sherri Schneider, President of Family Benefit Solutions,
Inc., and the mother of a child with some special needs, has been
tirelessly dedicated to helping individuals with special needs and their
families. Sherri Schneider will cover the who, what, where, when, why and how of Government Benefits … SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, DAC, HBWD, Ticket to Work, PASS, and related topics. Brian Rubin is an attorney who has been in private practice since 1977.
He is also the parent of three children, one of whom has autism. Brian Rubin will discuss the who, what, where, when, why and how of PUNs, Special Needs Estate Planning including: Special Needs Trusts, Guardianships & Alternatives, gifting by grandparents
and extended family members, the impact of divorce and child support on government
benefits, determining the appropriate amount to leave, planning for when
school years are over … when the bus stops coming, Children’s Waiver for children
under 18, navigating the maze of Adult Services (In-Home, Residential, Supported
Employment, Sheltered Employment, Developmental Training), the state of the State
and related topics. |
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| Transitioning Children from Early Intervention to Early Childhood, from STARnet, Quincy |
Date: 9/22/2010 |
| Time: 8:30:00 AM |
| Presented by Staff from STARnet Regions I & III and Illinois Early Intervention Training, along with Early Childhood Personnel. This collaborative workshop has been developed to train staff and parents about the state and federal requirements of transition from early intervention (EI) to early childhood special education services (ECSE). This training will assist EI and school districts in meeting the obligations of Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act (IDEA) to provide a smooth and effective transition for children and their families from EI to school district services. Topics such as evaluation and eligibility; transition meetings and responsibilities; timelines; best practice recommendations; and state forms will be discussed. For more info., please go to www.starnet.org |
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| Educational Services for Students with Emotional or Mental Health Needs, Peoria |
Date: 9/20/2010 |
| Time: 5:30:00 PM |
| Join Family Matters PTIC and IL Children's Mental Health Partnership
for a FREE informational session to learn: when and how to request a behavioral assessment; what appropriate, functional behavior
assessment includes; how to develop positive intervention plans rather
than discipline plans; and discipline safeguards for students eligible
for Section 504 and Special Education. Registration required. Please go to www.fmptic.org or call Kim at 866-436-7842. Dinner provided at 5:15 PM and child care available with pre-registration. |
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| Transitional Planning for Children with Disabilities, With Theresa Varnet, Burr Ridge |
Date: 9/18/2010 |
| Time: 9:00:00 AM |
| The host, Scott Nixon is the Executive Director of Lifes Plan Inc. Lifes Plan is a non-profit pooled trust that was founded by the Ray Graham Association. Lifes Plan provides trustee services in managing special needs trusts. Lifes Plan was the first pooled trust here in Illinois opened in 1986. Lifes Plan has over 20 years of experience and expertise in working with individuals with disabilities and their families. Lifes Plan fills a critical role in answering a fundamental question: Who is going to take care of my child when I am gone.
Theresa Varnet has been an advocate for persons with disabilities for over 40 years. In addition to being a lawyer, she is a certified teacher, licensed social worker and the parent of a disabled adult daughter. She has served as Social Services Director in a residential school for children with multiple disabilities, Coordinator for a Special Education Cooperative and as a Citizen Advocacy/ Disability Rights Coordinator. Theresa will discuss steps parents need to take at various stages of a special needs child's life. Upon entering the school system parents need to understand their child's right to a free and appropriate public education. Upon leaving public schools parents need to be aware of how to access adult services, guardianship and less intrusive alternatives to guardianship, eligibility for SSI and Medicaid and why these programs are so critical to a young person's future vocational and residential options. Please RSVP for event with Erika Jones, Lifes Plan Trust Administrator Via email, ejones@raygraham.org or by phone at 630-628-7169.
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| Legal & Future Care Planning for Your Relative with a Developmental Disability, presented by Theresa Varnet, J.D., Countryside |
Date: 9/17/2010 |
| Time: 8:30:00 AM |
| From The Arc of Illinois, hosted by Helping Hand Center. This workshop will address the unique needs
that families have in planning for the financial
and legal future of their relative with a developmental
disability. Topics will include: Negotiating
the Social Security Maze; Preserving
Eligibility for Government Benefits through
Proper Estate Planning; Special Needs
Trusts; Guardianship and Less Restrictive Alternatives-
The Implications for Consent;
Health Care Proxies (Advance Directives);
and Selecting a Knowledgeable Attorney. About the Presenter: Theresa M. Varnet, M.S.W., J.D.
Terrie has been an advocate for persons with
disabilities for over 40 years. In addition to
being a certified teacher, licensed social
worker and graduate of the DePaul University
College of Law, she is the parent of an adult
daughter with a disability. |
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| Kane County Governmental Forum on Social Service Issues, St. Charles |
Date: 9/16/2010 |
| Time: 6:00:00 PM |
| The Advocates Network, along with many other social service agencies/providers, will be hosting a Governmental Forum to discuss issues facing Social Service agencies on Thursday, September 16, 2010. Please RSVP to Gina Richter
847-515-8998 or ginar_30@sbcglobal.net
*If you’d like to have your question asked to the local and state
officials please e-mail the questions ginar_30@sbcglobal.net
Attendees will have the opportunity to speak directly to officials and candidates from State of Illinois, Kane County Board, local Cities/Villages, and Townships.
Please attend this forum on September 16, 2010 and speak out to support individuals in your community as they work towards their goal of independence.
All questions for officials and candidates must be submitted prior to the event. To RSVP or to submit questions, please contact Gina Richter at 847-515-8998 or ginar_30@sbcglobal.net. Building is Completely ADA Accessible
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| Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders and Latest Treatment Strategies, Part 2 of 2, Naperville |
Date: 9/16/2010 |
| Time: 2:30:00 PM |
| From Little Friends Center for Autism, presented by Patti Boheme. This presentation discusses several aspects of autism, and answers many of the most frequently asked questions. This presentation reviews history, causes, parent issues, and discusses, in detail, the differences and similarities in the pervasive developmental disorders (Autism, Asperger’s, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, Rett Syndrome and PDD-NOS). Additionally, successful treatment strategies are reviewed to teach social and communication skills and deal with behavior problems through several case examples. Other areas covered include prevalence statistics, co-existing conditions, resources and lifespan issues for children and their families. |
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| Social Emotional Training Level 1 - Promoting Children's Success, from STARnet, Quincy |
Date: 9/15/2010 |
| Time: 8:00:00 AM |
| Presented by Carol Weisheit. This is the first in a four-day series of workshops based on the CSEFEL Modules. Participants will be able to describe the importance of building relationships with children, families, and colleagues; describe the relationship between children's social emotional development and challenging behavior; describe how challenging behavior serves as a function for children; and describe the relationship between environmental variables, children's challenging behaviors, and social emotional development. Participants will also learn strategies that can be used to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues; design environments, schedules, and routines; structure transitions; help children learn rules and routines; and plan activities that promote engagement. For more information, please go to www. starnet.org |
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| Creative Curriculum Assessment: Pulling It All Together, from STARnet, Peoria |
Date: 9/14/2010 |
| Time: 8:30:00 AM |
| September 14 and 15. Presented by Linda Robinson, Connie Shugart, and Joan Leff. Prerequisite training(s): Introduction and Implementation of the Creative Curriculum Preschool 4th Edition
Description: This workshop will provide an overview of the Creative Curriculum Developmental Continuum Assessment System including the Forerunners and Expanded Forerunners to meet the needs of children with IEPs. Participants will become familiar with the implementation of the Individualized Child Profile and the Child in Progress and Planning Report. Through discussions on observing, documenting, analyzing, and evaluating children's learning and progress; participants will gain insight in making informed decisions for evaluating and planning for their classroom and individual children. Please go to www.starnet.org for additional information.
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| Understanding Autism Spectrum Disorders and Latest Treatment Strategies, Part 1 of 2, Naperville |
Date: 9/14/2010 |
| Time: 2:30:00 PM |
| From Little Friends Center for Autism, presented by Patti Boheme.This presentation discusses several aspects of autism, and answers many of the most frequently asked questions. This presentation reviews history, causes, parent issues, and discusses, in detail, the differences and similarities in the pervasive developmental disorders (Autism, Asperger’s, Childhood Disintegrative Disorder, Rett Syndrome and PDD-NOS). Additionally, successful treatment strategies are reviewed to teach social and communication skills and deal with behavior problems through several case examples. Other areas covered include prevalence statistics, co-existing conditions, resources and lifespan issues for children and their families. |
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| Lifemyway Disability Legislative Forum |
Date: 9/13/2010 |
| Time: 5:30:00 PM |
| Disability services were inadequate in the ‘80s.
They declined in the 90’s.
In 2010, they risk imploding.
Co-hosted by Springfield Mayor Timothy Davlin
Moderated by Ann Ford, Executive Director, INCIL.
Invited and Confirmed: Senator Larry Bomke, Representative Raymond Poe.
Invited and Unconfirmed: Representative Rich Brauer, Candidate Kent Delay
Will they commit to supporting the needs of people with disabilities
in Central Illinois?
The media is invited. Your attendance is critical!! |
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| Third Annual Run for DayOne! |
Date: 9/12/2010 |
| Time: 8:00:00 AM |
| Registration is OPEN for DayOneNetwork's third annual Run for DayOne!
On Sunday, September 12, 2010, DayOneNetwork will hold its annual 5k run and 1.5 mile family walk/fun run in honor of it clients and families. This year, we will have refreshments, moonwalks, games, and prizes to create a family fun atmosphere.
In addition, each participant will receive their own personal pledge webpage upon registration. With a click of a button, family and friends can make pledges to you or your team!
We want to make this year's Run for DayOne our biggest ever, so please go to our website and register now.
www.dayone2010.dojiggy.com. For questions, please contact Adrienne LeFevre at 630-584-1885. |
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| Technology in the Classroom - It's More Than Computers! from STARnet, Malta |
Date: 9/10/2010 |
| Time: 8:30:00 AM |
| Presented by Letha Clark. Incorporating technology into classroom activities and events enhances and supports learning. Participants will discover that technology is MORE than computers as they discuss classroom environment, experience hardware adaptations, review software, evaluate online activities, and use digital microscopes, digital cameras, and software to create a slide show. During the step-by-step process, participants will have the opportunity to use these tools to complete a project. In addition, they will gain tips and techniques for blending the process into real classroom events and activities. For more information, please go to www.starnet.org |
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| Why You Need A Special Needs Trust and How To Make It Work Most Effectively For Your Child, Normal |
Date: 9/9/2010 |
| Time: 6:30:00 PM |
| Presented by Steve Newbold of NewboldLaw Special Needs Legal Services, hosted by Central Illinois Down Syndrome Organization. This workshop is suitable for those who still need to create a special needs trust and those who have one already but need a refresher on how to best utilize it. We hope to see you there!
Please RSVP by phone or email to:
Steve Newbold, NewboldLaw Special Needs Legal Services, Ph: 309-826-1658, Email: snewbold@newboldlaw.com, www.newboldlaw.com. |
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| DuPage Work Group Legislative Forum, Naperville |
Date: 9/2/2010 |
| Time: 7:00:00 PM |
| The purpose of this forum is to give state legislative candidates an opportunity to share with DuPage County voters their positions on Illinois critical human service issues facing individuals with disabilities and/or mental illness and how the candidates would advocate for these issues in Springfield. RSVP to Steve Boisse at PACT, Inc., sboisse@pactinc.net or 331-481-4203 |
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| PIFFA - Parental Expectations: When To Accept & When To Challenge, with guest speaker Maryanne Nugent, Elk Grove |
Date: 9/2/2010 |
| Time: 7:00:00 PM |
| Maryanne Nugent, Director of Family Support for Autism Home Support Services, has
significant experience in the autism community, including serving as Co-President of the
Lake Forest-Lake Bluff Learning Disabilities Association and Facilitator of the Lake Forest-
Lake Bluff Circle of Moms support group for children with special needs.
Ms. Nugent also volunteers as a board member of the North Shore Special Education District
(NSSED) Association of Parents and Staff. Ms. Nugent has worked as a substitute teacher
for NSSED and is the mother of three children, one diagnosed with autism. Please RSVP to info@piffa.org. For more information on PIFFA please visit us at www.piffa.org
~ PIFFA welcomes those affected by all disabilities. |
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