04/14/2018 @ 9:00 am – 11:00 am – From Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center – www.fmptic.org When: Saturday, April 14, 2018 Time: 9:00am to 11:00am Where: U of I Cooperative Extension Office Thilker Room 1209 Wenthe Dr Effingham, IL, 62401 (Use the West Entrance). Presenter: L. Kaye DeSelms Dent, Attorney Frisse & Brewster Law Offices This workshop is FREE. Once a […]
The Arc of Illinois, Illinois Life Span Program Lunchtime Webinar – Supporting Siblings Throughout Life
04/17/2018 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm – Please register for Arc of Illinois Lunchtime Webinar – Supporting Siblings Throughout Life on Apr 17, 2018 12:00 PM CDT at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/6673448829560247043 Siblings of people with disabilities are often overlooked and sometimes even forgotten. This presentation will share the experience and perspective of siblings of people with disabilities throughout their lives. Resources and information will […]
The Journey to Adulthood: What Parents Need to Know, Charleston
04/17/2018 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm – From Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center – www.fmptic.org Do you want to learn how some disabilities impact puberty, adolescent development, and social skills? Do you want to feel more comfortable and confident as you help your child with a disability navigate the changes that puberty and adolescence bring? Join us for this FREE […]
Supported Employment Listening and Learning Sessions, Dixon
04/18/2018 @ 9:30 am – 11:00 am – Individuals with Disabilities, Families and Staff, please join the Arc of Illinois, the Self-Advocacy Alliance, Sibling Leadership Network and Illinois Assistive Technology Program for: What Are Barriers to Gaining Employment? Supported Employment Listening and Learning Sessions April 10, 2018 1-2:30 pm Webinar Register for the webinar here. April 11, 2018 9:30-11 am Marcfirst, 1606 Hunt Dr […]
Planning for the Future for Children and Adults with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities, Springfield
04/20/2018 @ 9:00 am – 12:30 pm – From The Arc of Illinois – Planning for the Future for Children and Adults with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities 4-20-18 APRIL 20, 2018 @ 9:00AM — 12:30PM What You Need to Know about Special Needs Estate & Future Planning and Government Benefits! The Hope Institute Hope Pavilion 5220 S. 6th Street Rd., Suite 2500 Springfield, IL […]
Student Progress: What Support Does Your Child Need Over the Summer? Rockford
04/20/2018 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm – From Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center. www.fmptic.org In this free workshop, the following topics will be reviewed: Why are summer supports so important? What will the school provide? What can parents provide? What resources are available for parents? How can progress be monitored throughout the year to plan for summer services? Where: UIC […]
Will Grundy Transition Planning Committee Transition Conference 2018, Joliet
04/21/2018 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm – TRANSITION CONFERENCE 2018 *** When: April 21, 2018 ***Time: 9:00am – Noon ***Where: Joliet Junior College Light refreshments will be served to all participants Raffle baskets will also be available again As well as a SILENT AUCTION: “Birthday Pizza Party” Sponsored by: St. Coletta’s of Illinois A 1.5-2-hour pizza party for up to 8 kids! Pizza will be made from […]
Social Thinking Conference – Chicago
04/24/2018 – 04/26/2018 @ All Day – In Chicago, explore lessons for literal thinkers that break down abstract concepts into concrete ideas. Discover strategies for those who struggle with social nuances to encourage nuanced perspective taking while attending to mental health. Learn strategies to build social competencies at school and beyond, and bring back powerful and innovative ideas to your community. At […]
How to Be Successful in Obtaining Funding for a Developmentally Disabled Person, Presented by Attorney Robert H. Farley, Naperville
04/24/2018 @ 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm – Workshop – April 24, 2018 (Last Workshop for this School Year) How to Be Successful in Obtaining Funding for a Developmentally Disabled Person . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . […]
The Arc of Illinois 68th Annual Convention, Lisle
04/25/2018 – 04/26/2018 @ All Day – The Arc of Illinois 68th Annual Convention – April 25 @ 8:30 am – April 26 @ 4:00 pm at the Hilton in Lisle! Featured speakers include Matt Cohen, JD, Rob Johnson, CBS 2 Chicago News Anchor, Director Greg Fenton, DHS, Emily Colson, Author of “Dancing with Max”, and much more! For detailed information and to register, please go to https://the-arc-of-illinois.givecorps.com/events/5697-the-arc-of-illinois-68th-annual-convention. 2018-Convention-Brochure