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Ligas Family Advocate Program – Children’s Support Waiver

Children’s Support Waiver Children/Young Adults ages 3 to 22 can be in the Children’s Support Waiver. Have you received an invitation letter to apply for the Children Support Waiver? Do you have questions? We have answers!!! Registration is required. https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_B7-jaBkzTkysuiQFARFT5g After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.  ... Read more »

More Than Down Syndrome Workshop

Virtual

Topic: Is it Sensory or Behavior? Guest Speaker: Katie Frank (PhD, OTR/L is an Occupational therapist at the Advocate Medical Group Adult Down Syndrome Center in Park Ridge, IL) Free seminar for parents/family/caregivers of a person (of any age) with a dual diagnosis of Down syndrome PLUS autism spectrum disorder. The More than Down Syndrome... Read more »

Special Education Rights Webinar: The Behavior Intervention Plan

Virtual

Special Education Rights Webinar: The Behavior Intervention Plan January 27, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Struggling with frequent school calls about your child's behavior? Find solutions in our training session focusing on Behavioral Intervention Plans (BIP). Unpack the components of a BIP, understanding its pivotal role in behavior management. Explore the purpose behind these... Read more »

free

Illinois Assistive Technology Program: Introduction to Resources and Services

Family Matters PTIC 1901 S. 4th Street, Suite 209, Effingham, IL

Learn about the incredible IATP programs, resources, devices, and support! Registration Required: https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rB6vOjLnS9WD6MUHUUkvtA FAMILY MATTERS PARENT TRAINING & INFORMATION CENTER

Free

Ligas Family Advocate Program – Know Your Options

Join us to learn about options available following a PUNS selection or Early Notification of an upcoming PUNS selection. We will discuss the Medicaid Home and Community Based Waiver, support services, residential options, and key preparatory steps. We will review both Home-Based and CILA options and discuss how families have utilized funding to support their... Read more »

Play for All:

Chicago Children's Museum , United States

When: February 3, 2024 from 10 am - 12 pm Where: Chicago Children's Museum Who: The first 500 children and families with disabilities who register will receive free admission. All Play for All attendees will also receive a 10% discount on Navy Pier parking.   Calling ALL champions to Chicago Children's Museum! At this event with Dare2tri, visitors will... Read more »

Procedural Safeguards: Protections Under IDEA Training

Virtual

Procedural Safeguards: Protections Under IDEA Training February 3, 2024 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM   If your child is receiving special education, then Notice of Procedural Safeguards For Parents/Guardians of Students of With Disabilities is one of the most important documents you will receive this year because it spells out your rights and responsibilities in... Read more »

free

Educational Surrogate Parent Training

Virtual

Educational Surrogate Parent Training   Family Matters is seeking volunteers in all counties of Illinois to act as Educational Surrogate Parents (ESP). An ESP is someone who helps to advocate for the appropriate educational services for youth who receive special education services and are in the care of the State of Illinois.   Call Family... Read more »

free

Portfolios for Transition Age Students Webinar

Webinar

Join FMPTIC Educational Support Coach, Karrie Potter, when she presents Portfolios for Transition Age Students on February 6th at 12:00pm! Register by clicking the link below! https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_NPPYvfaHSLqljuaQlfWzVg