Fwd: NEW WEBINAR ADDED to Transition Series: "What Happens Next? Exploring the World of Adult Services"
Jae Jin Pak
The UIC Developmental Disability Family Clinics Present
Next Steps to Adulthood:
Planning for Transition
A FREE Webinar Series and Workshop (CEUs available)
These events are available through grants from The Autism Program of Illinois and the Autism Awareness Project through the Developmental Disabilities Division of the Illinois Department of Human Services.
NEW WEBINAR ADDED: What Happens Next? Exploring the World of Adult Services
Thursday, November 9, 2017 from 10am – 11am CDT
Presenter: Kathy Carmody, MSW, Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities
This presentation will discuss the community service system for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in Illinois, including eligibility requirements, funding options, service models and strategies to promote maximum effectiveness and satisfaction with services. Kathy brings over 30 years of experience in Illinois and an extensive background in helping families understand and navigate the adult I/DD community system.
UPCOMING SERIES SCHEDULE:
Understanding the Components of Transition Planning for Youth with Autism
(Wednesday, October 18, 2017 from 10am-11am CDT)
Presenter: Meghan Burke, Ph.D., BCBA-D, UIUC Department of Special Education
In this presentation, we will outline the components of transition planning for your child with autism. Specifically, we will discuss transition assessments and goals, student involvement, and transition outcomes including post-secondary training and education, independent living, and employment.
Employment Policy and Services for Transition-Aged Youth with Disability
(Wednesday, November 1, 2017 from 10am-11am CDT)
Presenter: Kate Caldwell, PhD, UIC Department of Disability and Human Development
This presentation will give an overview of current policy affecting transition-aged youth with disabilities in the workforce. It will also discuss trends in the field, as well as strategies and best practices in disability employment services and supports. Finally, it will provide resources for those wishing to learn more.
NEW WEBINAR ADDED: What Happens Next? Exploring the World of Adult Services
(Thursday, November 9, 2017 from 10am – 11am CDT)
Presenter: Kathy Carmody, MSW, Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities
This presentation will discuss the community service system for adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities in Illinois, including eligibility requirements, funding options, service models and strategies to promote maximum effectiveness and satisfaction with services. Kathy brings over 30 years of experience in Illinois and an extensive background in helping families understand and navigate the adult I/DD community system.
IN-PERSON WORKSHOP:
Transition Perspectives
(Friday, December 8, 2017 from 10am -1pm)
This in-person interactive workshop combines insights from all three webinars to discuss how transition planning impacts daily life, healthcare and employment opportunities. This is your opportunity to learn from three experts on transition best practices. Bring your questions!
Location: First Floor Auditorium, 1640 W. Roosevelt Road, Chicago, IL 60608 (UIC’s Disability, Health and Social Policy Building)
REGISTER HERE: https://tinyurl.com/TransitionReg
Questions? Contact Susan Kahan (email: ska...@uic.edu or telephone: 312-413-2652)
CEUs are available with a $10.00 fee for the following disciplines: Advanced Practice Nurses, Registered Nurses, LPNs, Clinical Psychologists, Illinois Teachers Professional Development, LCSW, LSW, LPC, and LCPC, Licensed Dietitian Nutritionists (RD), Nursing Home Administrators, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Qualified Intellectual Disabilities Professionals, Speech Language Pathologists.
Checks for $10.00 can be made out to The Institute on Disability and Human Development, and can be mailed to:
Katie Arnold, Director of Community Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
Institute on Disability and Human Development
1640 W. Roosevelt Road (M/C 626) Room 718
Chicago, IL 60608
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