Free Cone Day! Cool off with something delicious…Special needs children, their siblings, and family are invited to enjoy this free tasty treat and play time at a park designed for children of all abilities. Click here to reserve your spot!

Transition Fair at Service Inc This is a free virtual job fair in Rockford, IL on Sep 14, 2022 including hiring managers from local and national organizations on the hunt for top talent like you. As a job seeker, all you have to do is sign up, show up, chat with key decision makers, and […]

D58 Community Special Needs Resource Fair Come join us to mingle and learn about community resources ranging from dance/athletic organizations, therapeutic resources, wheelchair accessible transportation, life and legal planning, and special services with the DG Public Library and Recreation Center. Click here for more information! Address: Loyal Order of Moose, 1030 Warren Ave, Downers Grove, IL, 60515

Options Fair The Options Fair 2022 will be hosted at Downers South High School on Monday, October 17, 2022 at 6-8 PM. These programs are offered to the public free of charge. No pre-registration is required. Address: 1436 Norfolk St., Downers Grove, IL 60516

Illinois Alliance of Administrators of Special Education Fall Conference IAASE is holding its 23rd Annual Fall Conference at the Tinley Park Convention Center! The keynote speakers are Chris Singleton and Juliana Urtubey. The conference will have over 35 hours of professional development on hot topics in special education. Click here for more information! Address: 18451 Convention Center Dr., Tinley […]

P.A.C.E. Program In our work with young adults who are seeking developmental disability supports and services, we have noticed increasing interest in college programming for individuals with I/DD. To provide information about college programming, we are excited to welcome Alexandra Baig, MBA, CFP ®, Executive Director from the P.A.C.E Program at National Louis University. Registration […]

Legal and Financial Planning for the Special Needs Family This seminar will guide you through the fundamentals of special needs planning, and how to protect your child’s access to governmental benefits, programs, and services. We will advise you on how to provide financially for your child to maximize their quality of life without jeopardizing services. […]

Comprehensive Transition Planning: Legal, Advocacy Strategies & Cross-Agency Collaboration Effective transition planning requires keen knowledge and preparedness to execute a student’s life goals. This session will offer an overview of the legal issues involved in transition planning, including how the IEP and transition plan impact a student’s application for public benefits. Discuss special education transition […]

Annual Letter of Intent Clinic This seminar will guide you through the fundamentals of special needs planning, and how to protect your child’s access to governmental benefits, programs, and services. We will advise you on how to provide financially for your child to maximize their quality of life without jeopardizing services. Led by our attorney, […]

Autonomy Works Webinar AutonomyWorks is hosting a Webinar on Thursday, January 26th at 7pm. You will learn more details about the Computer and Manufacturing Associate positions, hear from one of our Associates, and have a chance to ask questions at the end. Click here to view the flyer. Email Julie to register for this webinar: [email protected]

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, […]

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 […]