Clancy & Associates

“Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family”
2024-01-31 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Illinois
“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 the essentials of special needs planning, government benefits, ABLE accounts, and financial planning for the special needs family. Jennifer Sabourin, attorney and parent of a child with disabilities, will be presenting.

Click here to register.

“Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family”
2024-01-29 09:30 - 10:30
“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 the essentials of special needs planning, government benefits, ABLE accounts, and financial planning for the special needs family. Jennifer Sabourin, attorney and parent of a child with disabilities, will be presenting.

Click here to register.

The BEST Fair
2023-11-15 18:00 - 19:00
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 serve the transition and adult age span. This in-person resource fair is for students with special needs, their parents/guardians, and professionals.

See the BEST Fair website for more information.

“Transition Top Ten – What To Do at Age 18”
2023-11-14 18:00 - 19:00
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 help you complete your tasks.

This is our third and final presentation in our 2023 Transition Series.

You can view the event flyer here.

Illinois Statewide Transition Conference
2023-11-02 14:15 - 15:15
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 is offered through the Transition Conference which promotes effective, person-centered transition planning to address all aspects of adult life for those with disabilities.

See the website for more information.

“Special Needs Trusts and Financial Planning”
2023-11-01 18:00 - 19:30
“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 people I should choose to guide my child when I am gone? How does a SNT work? Our financial expert will discuss how to save for your child’s future, what government benefits can provide for your child, and tips and tricks to build assets for your own retirement as well as your child’s future.

This is the second presentation in our 2023 Transition Series!

Click here to register for Turning Pointe’s CARE Series.

View the flyer here.

“Decision Making: Exploring Guardianship and Powers of Attorney”
2023-10-24 18:00 - 19:00
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 followed by a question and answer session. This is the first presentation in our 2023 Transition Series!

Please email jsagrati@mygiantsteps.org to register.

Zoom Link:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/6025918375?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 602 591 8375

Passcode: [REDACTED]

Check our website events page for updates.

Options Fair 2023
2023-10-11 18:00 - 20:30
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 options, employment services, and many more resources for your transition-aged student. There are usually 80+ booths to visit and gather valuable information under one roof! These connections provide insight to a wide range of agencies that serve the transition and adult age span. You’ll be glad that you went!

See the Options Fair website for more information.

The Arc of Illinois Speak Up and Speak Out Summit
2023-10-05 15:00 - 2023-10-06 16:00
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.

District 215 Transition Resource Fair
2023-09-25 17:00 - 19:00
District 215 Transition Resource Fair

(Public welcome)

September 27, 2023 5:00PM – 7:00PM

TF South High School, 18500 Burnham Ave., Lansing, IL

This Transition Resource Fair will be open to high school and transition-aged students with disabilities and their families from communities throughout South Suburban Cook County. Browse the fair to meet agencies, school options, employment services, and many more resources for your transition-aged student. These connections provide insight to a wide range of agencies that serve the transition and adult age span.

See D215’s website for updated information.

“Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family"
2023-09-15 12:30 - 13:30
“Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family”

Presented by Clancy & Associates

Hosted by Stevenson High School ELC

Stevenson High School Exceptional Learners Collaborative, 990 Corporate Woods Pkwy., Vernon Hills, IL

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!

See the flyer for more information.

Horsing Around At the Holistic Riding Equestrian Therapy
2023-08-01 12:00 - 2023-08-03 17:00, 2023-07-17 12:00 - 2023-07-19 17:00
Horsing Around At the Holistic Riding Equestrian Therapy (HRET)

Through age and skill appropriate classes, HRET improves the physical, emotional, cognitive and social aspects of the lives of individuals with special needs. Participants will enjoy horseback riding, horsemanship skills, arts & crafts, games, and more!

See the website for more information and to register.

C.I.T.Y. of Support's Annual Graduation Celebration
2023-06-17 10:00 - 14:00
C.I.T.Y. of Support’s Annual Graduation Celebration

Is your child moving to a new grade? Meeting a therapy goal? Celebrating the successes of another school year? Every child is graduating from something! This free celebration will include sensory-friendly family-fun, a graduation procession, a personalized medal and optional graduation cap, a professional graduation photo, resources for parents, and games and prizes for kids!

See the flyer for more information and to register.

Address: Ivy Hill Elementary School, 2211 N. Burke Dr., Arlington Heights, IL

Lincolnway Special Recreation Association Ability Awareness Fair
2023-05-21 10:00 - 12:00
Lincolnway Special Recreation Association Ability Awareness Fair

Join the LWSRA on Sunday, May 21st from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM for their annual Ability Awareness Fair welcoming multiple service providers. Vendors range from therapy centers and residential living facilities to state funding resources and advocacy groups. Visit their website to learn more.

Location: Lincolnway Special Recreation Center, 1900 Heather Glen Dr., New Lenox, IL 60451

Lurie Children's Transition Program (Virtual)
2023-05-11 14:00 - 19:00
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 at 18? Get professional advice on all of these matters and more at this virtual event. Learn more here.

Giant Steps Day of Connections
2023-05-06 10:00 - 12:00
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: jsagrati@mygiantsteps.org

Location: Giant Steps (2500 Cabot Drive, Lisle, IL 60532)

Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family
2023-05-03 18:00 - 19:00
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 will be offered in-person at Turning Pointe Autism Foundation and on Zoom. Click here to RSVP!

Location: Turning Pointe Autism Foundation (1500 W Ogden Ave, Naperville, IL 60540)

The Future Begins Today Transition Resource Fair
2023-04-25 18:00 - 19:00
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 Road, Palatine, IL 60067)

The ARC of Illinois Annual Convention
2023-04-20 08:00 - 16:00, 2023-04-19 08:00 - 17:00
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 website for more information.

In-Person: The Convention will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Lisle, IL. As an in-person attendee, you’ll be able to hear from speakers in person, visit with our sponsors and exhibitors, view the silent auction items and art exhibit, and meet your fellow attendees. You have the option to attend the breakout session of your choice.

Virtual: The Convention will be presented using Zoom Webinar. As a virtual attendee, you’ll be able to join the live stream of the keynote and plenary presentations, and have access to the Convention website with information on the sponsors, exhibitors, silent auction, and art exhibit. Only two breakout sessions per time slot will be available to Zoom attendees.

Planning is Essential
2023-04-12 18:00 - 20:00
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!

STEP Transition Night
2023-03-23 17:30 - 20:30
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, IL 60440

NEXT STEPS: Community Resources Workshop
2023-03-21 18:30 - 20:30
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.

See the flyer for more information.

Address: Glenbard District 87 Transition Center (450 E Roosevelt Rd., Lombard, IL 60148)

Autism & Developmental Differences Expo
2023-03-11 10:00 - 13:00
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 60612)

NEXT STEPS: Legal Considerations in Transition
2023-03-07 18:30 - 20:30
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 from Clancy & Associates will guide you through the fundamentals of special needs planning and how to protect your child’s access to governmental benefits, programs and services. Please see the flyer for more information.

This workshop will be held in person at Glenbard District 87- Transition Center: 450 E Roosevelt Rd., Lombard, IL 60148

Chicago Polar Plunge
2023-03-05 08:00 - 08:30
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 2023!

We plunge for my associate’s kids, up and coming Special Olympians! We also plunge for our clients who are Special Olympians.

Please donate to this important charity. With your support, people with intellectual disabilities have the opportunity to discover new strengths, abilities, and accomplishments.

There are three easy ways to support my plunging efforts:

Donate to my fundraising page: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/2023cpp/account/1401409/

Join my team and take the plunge with me at North Avenue Beach on March 5, 2023

Help me spread the word! Share my fundraising page with your friends and family.

Join me and make the #PolarPromise as I raise funds for the Chicago Polar Plunge today.

Batavia Special Education Parent Network's Parent Resource Fair
2023-02-23 18:00 - 20:00
Batavia Special Education Parent Network’s Parent Resource Fair

You’re invited to The Batavia Special Education Parent Network’s Parent Resource Fair on Thursday, February 23, 2023 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM. Learn about community resources for students from early childhood through age 22, including recreational opportunities, therapy providers, educational consultants, transition planning, and advocacy/support. This is a FREE event. Click here to view the flyer.

View the website for more information.

Location: Batavia High School, 1201 Main St. Batavia, IL 60510

Annual Letter of Intent Clinic
2023-02-15 19:00 - 20:00
Annual Letter of Intent Clinic

Learn how to create an insightful and comprehensive Letter of Intent for your child’s future care in this hands-on clinic. Jennifer Sabourin, Kate Schye and Katie Clancy, attorneys and parents of children with special needs, will lead you through the steps and provide examples and templates. Join us via Zoom on Wednesday, February 15th at 7:00pm.

Registration is required. Please click here to register for this event. View the flyer for additional information.

Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family
2023-02-07 19:30 - 20:30
Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family

Our firm will be leading a presentation “Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family” for the Niles Township District for Special Education on Tuesday, February 7th from 7:30-8:30 pm.

Learn about government benefits, special needs trusts, estate planning for parents, guardianship and much more! In this Zoom presentation, Attorney Jennifer Sabourin will guide parents through the information needed for transition-age young adults. This presentation will help you feel ready to face the tasks ahead with knowledge and confidence! A question and answer session will follow the presentation. Members of the public are welcome.

Please email us for the Zoom information: info@clancyassociates.com
