Chicago Polar Plunge On Sunday, March 5, 2023, Ed and I are participating in the 2023 Chicago Polar Plunge for the second time! We plunge for our son John, who is 13. He competed in the 50 yard dash and tennis ball throw last spring and loved every minute. He will compete again in Spring […]

NEXT STEPS: The Transition Series Workshops Join the NEXT STEPS team of DuPage County as they present NEXT STEPS: The Transition Series. Each night will focus on a new topic of planning for a student’s successful transition from school to adult life. Join our firm on Tuesday, March 7, 2023 from 6:30-8:30pm. During this workshop, attorneys […]

Autism & Developmental Differences Expo Connect with Chicagoland providers and learn more about the programs and services that can help you and your loved ones with developmental differences. This event will feature an exhibitor hall, free developmental screeners and parent workshops. Register for this event online. Address: Malcolm X College (1900 W Jackson Blvd. Chicago, IL […]

NEXT STEPS: Community Resources Workshop The NEXT STEPS team of DuPage County presents “NEXT STEPS: The Transition Series”. This final workshop will be a “mini” resource fair. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with community organizations including: Special Rec Association; College of DuPage; college experience programs; NAMI; community day service organizations and employment agencies. […]

STEP Transition Night Connect with service providers, including college sponsorships, vocational programs, guardianship, benefits planning, and more. This is an event for families of students with IEPs (all ages/grades). There will be various presentations to support students with disabilities. View the flyer for more information. Location: STEP Campus (Brooks Middle School): 360 Blair Lane Door #13, Bolingbrook, […]

Planning is Essential Join Lincoln-Way Community High School District 210 with Consolidated High School District 230 for “PLANNING IS ESSENTIAL” (P.I.E.). Learn more about Guardianship & Special Needs Trusts from the Clancy & Associates team. Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.—8:00 p.m. via Zoom. See the flyer for more information. Click here to RSVP online!

The ARC of Illinois Annual Convention The ARC of Illinois 73rd Annual Convention will take place Wednesday, April 19th from 8am-5pm and Thursday, April 20th from 8am-4pm. The event will be presented in a hybrid format! Click here to view the program schedule. NEW this year! A track of breakout sessions will be presented in Spanish. Visit their […]

The ARC of Illinois Annual Convention The ARC of Illinois 73rd Annual Convention will take place Wednesday, April 19th from 8am-5pm and Thursday, April 20th from 8am-4pm. The event will be presented in a hybrid format! Click here to view the program schedule. NEW this year! A track of breakout sessions will be presented in Spanish. Visit their […]

The Future Begins Today Transition Resource Fair The Future Begins Today event is an informational evening for parents and guardians of individuals with a wide-range of developmental disabilities and mental health needs. Information is being shared by over 40 adult service providers and community resource agencies. View the flyer for more information. Location: Harper College (1200 West Algonquin […]

Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family (Hybrid) Planning for your child’s future can be overwhelming – this presentation by Attorney Jennifer Sabourin of Clancy & Associates will walk through various tools that will help protect your child’s future. Participants will learn about guardianship, special needs trusts, and other planning considerations. The presentation […]

Giant Steps Day of Connections Come connect with agencies and programs in our state that provide services & opportunities to help your child and family now and in future! Event will have guest speakers & resource tables. View the flyer for more information. Questions? Email Jenny Sagrati: [email protected] Location: Giant Steps (2500 Cabot Drive, Lisle, IL 60532)

Lurie Children's Transition Program (Virtual) Join Lurie Children’s Transition Program on Thursday, May 11, 2023 from 6:00-7:00 pm via Microsoft Teams for a virtual presentation about Special Needs Trusts. Ever wonder…What is Healthcare Transition to Adult Care? Do my child’s public benefits change when they turn 18? Will my child need a guardian or formal decision-making help […]