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Creating Pathways: Empowering Students with Disabilities for Success in Higher Education – An Informational Webinar by A Place For Us
Join us for an empowering webinar hosted 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? We’re here to change that! A Place For Us connects students with disabilities nationwide, offering mentorship, guidance, and a supportive community. Founded by college students with disabilities, we know firsthand the challenges and triumphs of navigating higher education. Learn about your rights, build advocacy skills, and find the support you need to thrive. This is your place. Register today!
FMPTIC Virtual Special Education Parent Summit
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.
Dignity in Pay: Advancing Equity: Eliminating Subminimum Wage and Paving the Way for Competitive Employment in Illinois
Join UIC as they delve into a vital presentation hosted by the Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities. UIC will shed shed light on House Bill 793 House Amendment 1: the Dignity in Pay Act. This groundbreaking legislation aims to phase out 14(c) Subminimum Wage for individuals with disabilities in Illinois.
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 & 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗗𝗗 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 Virtual Conference
𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻! Grab Your Seat to this Virtual Conference. 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗲𝘀 & 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗱𝘂𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗗𝗗 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 on November 14, 2024
Next Midwest Sib Connections Events YoungSib Connect: Adult Q&A Panel
This event is designed for young siblings of individuals with physical, mental, or intellectual disabilities. Join sibs from the Missouri Sibling Leadership Network and other siblings as they host a special adult sibling panel for young siblings ages 8-14. This is your chance to ask any and all questions! Topics may include sibling rivalry & resentment, the importance of patience, addressing our feelings, and advocacy.
Work Incentive Planning & Assistance (WIPA) Event
The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) – Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program has partnered with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation (DRS) to host free online Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE)
webinars. WISE webinars can help you and your family members learn about the Ticket to Work Program and Social Security work incentives.
To make WISE webinars more convenient for our beneficiaries and their families, we host them multiple times a month, both day and evening.
National Siblings Day
The Midwest Sib Connection is thrilled to host our inaugural celebration for National Sibling Day! Let’s celebrate our unique sibling experience and enjoy a fun, social event you won’t want to miss!
Hear from two national support groups - Siblings with a Mission and the Sibling Leadership Network - before we break out into state-specific sessions for local updates. S.I.B.S. (Supporting Illinois Brothers and Sisters) will host a breakout session during this event. Join us to learn more about IL SIBS and how you can get involved! For more information.
Work Incentive Planning & Assistance (WIPA) Event
Are you interested in learning about how work will affect your Social Security disability benefits?
The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) – Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program has partnered with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation (DRS) to host free online Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE)
webinars. WISE webinars can help you and your family members learn about the Ticket to Work Program and Social Security work incentives.
To make WISE webinars more convenient for our beneficiaries and their families, we host them multiple times a month, both day and evening.
Upcoming Dates:
April 7th – 2 p.m.
April 30th – 6 p.m.
May 13th – 10 a.m.
May 22nd – 6 p.m
Work Incentive Planning & Assistance (WIPA) Event
Work Incentive Planning & Assistance (WIPA) Event Are you interested in learning about how work will affect your Social Security disability benefits? The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) – Work […]
Work Incentive Planning & Assistance (WIPA) Event
Are you interested in learning about how work will affect your Social Security disability benefits?
The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) – Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program has partnered with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation (DRS) to host free online Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE)
webinars. WISE webinars can help you and your family members learn about the Ticket to Work Program and Social Security work incentives.
To make WISE webinars more convenient for our beneficiaries and their families, we host them multiple times a month, both day and evening.