The Arc of Illinois Speak Up and Speak Out Summit This year’s theme is “Building a Better Future Together” and will focus on providing attendees with information to help empower them to use their voice to make positive choices and changes in their life. See the website for more information.

Options Fair 2023 (In-person – Public welcome) October 11, 2023 6:00PM-8:30PM York Community High School, 255 W. St. Charles Road, Elmhurst, IL Don’t miss this highly anticipated annual event! This Resource Fair is geared toward high school and transition-aged students with disabilities and their families. Browse the fair to meet agencies, certificate, college and vocational […]

Hosted by Giant Steps Autism Organization October 24, 2023 6:00PM-7:00PM Participants will learn how to prepare for their child’s 18th birthday, when a child needs decision-making support, how to assess the type of decision-making tool for their child, all about Supported Decision Making, Powers of Attorney and Guardianship, and court processes. The presentation will be […]

“Special Needs Trusts and Financial Planning” (ZOOM – Public welcome) Presented by Clancy & Associates Hosted by Turning Pointe Autism Foundation November 1st, 2023 6:00PM – 7:30PM Learn all about Special Needs Trusts: What is a SNT? Why does my child need a special needs trust? How do SNTs protect government benefits? Who are the […]

Learn about about Decision Making tools like Guardianship and Powers of Attorney, Special Needs Trusts, and Government Benefits. This seminar is geared toward families whose children are approaching the Transition age of 18. Kate Schye and Jennifer Sabourin, attorneys and parents of children with disabilities, will be presenting. Presentation is open to all! This presentation […]

This presentation covers all things Transition! Our team of experts and guests will address a concise list of “must-dos” for a young person turning 18. If you’re worried that you’re behind on your “list”, this is the seminar for you. Learn about what you still need to do and meet the experts you need to […]

The BEST Fair A Resource Fair hosted by Niles North High School (In-person – Public welcome) November 15, 2023 6:00PM-7:00PM Presentations 7:00PM-8:30PM Resource Fair This Resource Fair hosts agencies, certificate, college and vocational options, employment services, and many more resources for your transition-aged student. These connections provide insight to a wide range of agencies that […]

“Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family” (AM In-person option – public welcome) Presented by Clancy & Associates, Niles Township District for Special Education (NTDSE) Monday, January 29, 9:30AM-10:30AM What can you do today to protect and ensure your child’s access to governmental benefits, programs, and services? This seminar will guide you through […]

“Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family” (Virtual PM option – public welcome) Presented by Clancy & Associates, Niles Township District for Special Education (NTDSE) Wednesday, January 31, 7:00PM-8:00PM What can you do today to protect and ensure your child’s access to governmental benefits, programs, and services? This seminar will guide you through […]

Canopy Resource Forum: Special Needs Trusts, Guardianship, and How to Access Government Benefits WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 5:30-6:30PM (VIRTUAL ONLY) Clancy & Associates attorney Jennifer Sabourin will guide parents through legal planning for special needs families. Hosted by Canopy Adult Day Program Meeting Link

Next Steps Transition Workshop: Legal Planning for Transition TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 6:30-8:30PM Clancy & Associates will present information on Special Needs Trusts, government benefits, and guardianship (in-person) at the Glenbard Dist. 87 Transition Center (2166 Gladstone Court, Glendale Heights). In-person and Zoom. Zoom Link  |  Download Next Steps Flyer

Batavia Special-Education Parent Network Parent Resource Fair THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 6:00-7:30PM (IN-PERSON ONLY) Come say hi to our team and visit with community providers, agencies, support offerings and programs at this in-person fair. Click here for more information.