Family Employment Awareness Training Day 1
Family Employment Awareness Training (FEAT) increases family, student, and professional knowledge of state, federal, and community resources that support employment.
Join us for two days of FREE training to learn about local, state, and federal resources supporting young adults with disabilities who want to work in their communities. Families, transition-age students and young adults with disabilities, and the professionals who support them are all welcome to attend.
The no-cost FEAT sessions cover different topics each day. Expect individual and group activities, discussions, pullout sessions for young adults, and presentations from local employees, entrepreneurs, and community resource agency members.
Two day training:
Fri April 19 9am - 4pm (Carmel Clay Schools Admin Bldg)
Fri May 3 9am - 4pm (Washington Township Schools Admin Bldg)
Presented by Indiana Institute on Disability and Community Center on Community Living and Careers.
Have questions or need training accommodations? Contact Lori Pierce at lopierce@indiana.edu or 812-856-0169.
Free registration.
Embracing Autism: A Journey of Understanding Neurodiversity
This webinar will examine the history of autism intervention and treatment, the evolution of autistic community and identity, and the complexities of the neurodivergent experience.
Presented by the Indiana Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities.
Free registration.
The Arc of Tippecanoe County: Cookies & Canvas
Reserve your space for this great event! This event is open to everyone. Come and paint with your family, friends and staff.
Cost is $15
RSVP to rsvp@arcoftippecanoe.org by April 18.
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Learn about Remote Supports with SafeinHome
Learn about the Remote Supports service available on Home & Community Based Waivers and how they can support individuals with disabilities live independently. The presentation is by SafeinHome, an approved provider of Remote Support services.
Finding One’s Advocacy Community: Stories and Insights from the Disability Community
The ACL Grassroots Project: Engage. Connect. Advocate. launched in 2023-2024 with the goal of supporting national, state, and local disability advocates to build networks and grow advocacy leadership, with the intention of driving disability policy and supports to robustly and wholly serve disabled people and communities.
One of our tasks includes an environmental scan identifying organizations and resources supporting grassroots disability advocacy. Through this scan, we seek to understand the range of disability advocacy, resources, services, and supports that people rely on. Learning how individual advocates act as catalysts in their communities has played an important role in our understanding of the advocacy landscape. We acknowledge that advocates come from complex and multi-varied backgrounds encompassing a breadth and depth of experience, goals, and desires.
In this first national webinar, we seek to learn from disability advocates and hold a conversation about how advocates stay informed, work together, and mobilize to make change in their communities and services systems. This webinar provides a chance to hear from advocates about the steps they took in finding their disability advocacy community, the trials and tribulations along the way, any tips for success, and ultimately how they see disability advocates maintaining a sense of connection in their work together.
ASL interpretation, Spanish interpretation, and live English captions will be provided during the webinar. If you require additional accommodations to participate, or if you have any questions about the webinar, please contact Laura Bernas at lbernas@hsri.org.
Free registration.
Special Needs Dependents, class 3
Course Description: As the direction of Medicaid and Social Security become difficult to predict, it has become critically important for parents to plan for the future of their child or dependent with special needs. This workshop covers legal issues including wills, special needs trusts, guardianship, financial issues (such as trust funding), Medicaid, Medicaid waivers, and Social Security.
Class Instructor: Gordon Homes
Class Overview:
April 3 - Government Benefits and Programs
April 10 - Guardianship Alternatives
April 24 - Special Needs Trusts
Presented by Faith Community Institute.
#ABLEtoSAVE for Lifelong Financial Wellness
Learn about the benefits of ABLE Accounts and how they support financial wellness at every life stage in the ABLE National Resource Center’s webinar, "#ABLEtoSAVE for Lifelong Financial Wellness.” This engaging event will highlight four ABLE ambassadors, each representing different life stages—preteen, transition, work, and retirement. They will share their strategic use of ABLE accounts to create a better economic future for themselves or their family members. It is never too early or too late to open an ABLE Account!
Webinar Highlights:
• Real Life Stories, Financial Triumphs: Hear the diverse panelists’ life stories and how they use ABLE accounts to achieve lifelong financial security.
• A Holistic Approach to Finance: Learn how an ABLE account is a flexible, lifelong financial tool capable of addressing unique needs and challenges at each life stage.
Facilitator: Jody Ellis, Director, ABLE National Resource Center
ABLE Ambassador Panelists:
• Jenny Casselman: ABLE Family Ambassador, Financial Compliance Professional
• Taylor Carty: ABLE Account Owner, Master of Public Health Student
• Nathan Turner: ABLE Account Owner, Public Servant
• Pshon Barrett, Esq.: ABLE Account Owner, Retired Asst. U.S. District Attorney, Self-Employed Attorney in private practice.
Join our event on April 25th to explore the flexibility of ABLE Accounts across the lifespan. Connect with our panelists for valuable insights, whether you're new to ABLE, considering opening an account, or already an account holder. Register now to empower yourself with knowledge for a financially secure future.
Real-time captioning and ASL will be available for this webinar. For accommodation requests or registration queries, contact Cheyenne Rivers at crivers@ndi-inc.org. We will accept questions in advance, email info@ablenrc.org and add “Webinar question” in the subject line. We will do our best to answer these during the webinar or respond by email.
Presented by the ABLE National Resource Center.
Free registration.
Financial Exploitation and Family Dynamics
Recent reports estimate that more than $20 billion is lost from older adults each year due to financial exploitation by family, friends, and caregivers. Because of the significant costs and emotional impact associated with such exploitation, it is important to work with older adults to identify their preferred options and remedies to recover from abuse.
This training will discuss the options that can be used to address financial exploitation by family members, including mediation, restorative justice, and other solutions to remedy the situation and preserve the relationship with family. The training will also provide information on the importance of advanced planning and how to work with banks and financial institutions to prevent financial exploitation by family members and preserve autonomy.
Presenters:
Erica Costello, ABA Commission on Law and Aging
Ronald Long, Stevens and Lee
Catherine Seal, Kirtland & Seal
Nicole Shannon, Michigan Elder Justice Initiative
Presented by National Center on Law and Elder Rights.
Free registration.
To Infinity and Beyond: Autistic Empowerment
Join us for a collaborative conversation about being autistic and a strong self-and- community advocate.
Presented by the Indiana Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities.
Free registration.
Unmasking Potential: Highlighting Local Autism Research
In honor of Autism Awareness and Acceptance Month, the Indiana Resource Center for Autism (IRCA) is pleased to partner with the IU Neurodiversity Coalition and the Center on Community Living and Careers (CCLC) to host a free webinar, April 26, 2024, starting at 3:00 pm. This webinar is a great opportunity to learn about important autism research happening right here in Indiana.
The webinar will explore the following research topics:
Camouflaging in women with early and late diagnosed autism
Neurodiversity and disability
There will also be a live question and answer session following the presentation. The webinar is free and open to the public, but registration is required.
Free registration.
Adult Recreation Bowling Challenge
Join The Arc of Tippecanoe County for the Adult Recreation Bowling Challenge.
Win a Trophy for the Best Score!
Cost is $20 which includes Nacho Bar, unlimited drinks, bowling shoes and 2 hours of unlimited bowling.
RSVP deadline is Tuesday, April 23. RSVP to rsvp@arcoftippecanoe.org.
Title II Auxiliary Benefits: Social Security Benefits You’ve Never Heard of, and Who is Eligible for Them
When most people hear about “Social Security benefits,” the first thought that comes to mind is income for older people who have retired from work. It’s true that the Social Security system provides a foundation of retirement income that permits seniors to live in dignity, with over 50 million retired workers receiving benefits each month.
However, the Social Security system is also the foundation of economic security for millions of family members of retired, disabled, or deceased workers. In addition to retirement benefits, Social Security offers disability insurance protection to workers and their spouse and children, as well as life insurance that pays monthly survivors benefits to dependents if the worker dies.
Join this webinar to learn more about the eligibility requirements for benefits for spouses and ex-spouses, children, and parents of workers. About one American family in four receives income from Social Security benefits, and many more could receive this income if they knew they were eligible. In this training:
• Participants will understand the eligibility requirements for Social Security benefits for spouses and ex-spouses of retired, disabled or deceased workers.
• Participants will understand the eligibility requirements for Social Security benefits for children of retired, disabled, or deceased workers.
Presenter: • Kate Lang, Justice in Aging
Closed captioning will be available on this webinar. We are committed to keeping any personally identifiable information you provide to us secure. Please only provide professional, not personal, email information. We will not sell, transfer, or provide this information to any other entity. You can read HHS’s full privacy policy here: https://www.acl.gov/node/445.
Presented by National Center on Law and Elder Rights.
Free registration.
Family Employment Awareness Training Day 2
Family Employment Awareness Training (FEAT) increases family, student, and professional knowledge of state, federal, and community resources that support employment.
Join us for two days of FREE training to learn about local, state, and federal resources supporting young adults with disabilities who want to work in their communities. Families, transition-age students and young adults with disabilities, and the professionals who support them are all welcome to attend.
The no-cost FEAT sessions cover different topics each day. Expect individual and group activities, discussions, pullout sessions for young adults, and presentations from local employees, entrepreneurs, and community resource agency members.
Two day training:
Fri April 19 9am - 4pm (Carmel Clay Schools Admin Bldg)
Fri May 3 9am - 4pm (Washington Township Schools Admin Bldg)
Presented by Indiana Institute on Disability and Community Center on Community Living and Careers.
Have questions or need training accommodations? Contact Lori Pierce at lopierce@indiana.edu or 812-856-0169.
Free registration.
Tools to Support Meal Planning and Cooking
This workshop will explore assistive technology (AT) to support adults with disabilities to increase independence in the areas of meal planning and cooking. We will demonstrate apps and devices that support healthy eating, meal planning, and following cooking instructions. Join us to learn about AT that can help teens and adults develop the skills needed to manage their own meals and live more independently.
Presented by PACER Center.
Free registration.
Cafe Literato Social Club
Meet new friends for good conversation!
The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.
For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.
Ask the Arc Webinar
Ask The Arc webinar series will discuss timely topics relevant to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and their support systems.
Ask The Arc is brought to you by the key organizations and trusted partners who join in support of our advocacy efforts through our Circles of Support initiative.
Free registration.
The Request for Authorization (RFA Process for HCBS Waivers
This webinar will focus on the basics of the Request for Authorization (RFA) process for the Family Supports and Community Integration and Habilitation home and community-based waivers, including environmental modifications, vehicle modifications and specialized medical equipment.. Lori Crossley, IPMG Field Support Coordinator will provide information on the RFA process, explore examples of each type, review lifetime caps, and share other community resources!
Presented by IPMG.
Free registration.
Unlocking No-Cost Resources & Technologies: Empowering Students with Autism
Join Jena Fahlbush to learn about lite-tech solutions and tools to support and empower students with autism at home and at school. Jena will also share how students can trial the tools in the public-school setting at no cost through the PATINS Project’s Assistive Technology Lending Library.
Presenter: Jena Fahlbush, M.Ed., PATINS Specialist
Sponsored by Indiana Resource Center for Autism.
Free registration.
Northeast IN Disabilities Expo
Join us for on May 11 for Northeast Indiana's premier Disabilities Expo. The expo hosts over 120 exhibitors specializing in disability services. From recreation to education to navigating Medicare, the Disabilities Expo has something for everyone. This annual event includes adaptive sports demonstrations by Turnstone, performances by disabled performers, and sensory make and take activities. Parking is FREE!
This year we are introducing workshops! Join us for 1 of 2 workshops to learn about the IEP process!
Are you a disability service provider and interested in either sponsoring or hosting a booth at the Expo? Visit DisabilitiesExpoIndiana.org to see available opportunities.
For more information visit DisabilitiesExpoIndiana.org.
Hosted by AWS Foundation.
Free admission.
The Arc Trust Monthly Webinars
Talks with The Arc Trust Webinars
Do you or a loved one receive government benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid? Not sure on how to save for the future and keep these benefits? In our webinar series, Talks with The Arc Trust, we cover the options that people have when saving for the future, the ins and outs of those options, and how they work with various government benefits. Webinars take place on the third Wednesday of each month at 12:00 pm. ET. There is no cost, but you do need to register. Registration is for the full webinar series.
Symbol-based AAC Apps for the iPad
Selecting an iPad communication app that is a good fit for an individual can be overwhelming. This workshop will provide a brief introduction to a sampling of available robust symbol-based augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) iPad apps. Join us to learn about some of their helpful communication features.
Presented by PACER Center.
Free registration.
The Autism Parenting Summit
Learn how to help your child THRIVE!
From the comfort of your home, navigate the challenges of the autism spectrum and learn how you can give a child the best start in life from our panel of experts.
Why Attend The Autism Parenting Summit?
The Summit bridges the ever-growing gap between autism experts and special needs families. You can learn effective strategies to support your child on topics that matter most:
Behavior Solutions
Speech & Communication
Social Skills
Sensory Solutions
Transitioning to Adulthood
Picky Eating
Executive Function & Motor Skills
Education
Dealing with Transitions
Mental Health & Anxiety
Self-care for Parents
And much more...
With Special Guest Speaker Dr. Temple Grandin, PhD
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Text-based AAC Apps
Often, when people think of augmentative and alternative communication (AAC), tools with symbols and pictures to represent words come to mind. However, those with strong literacy skills use AAC too, and can benefit from text-based tools so they can more efficiently communicate with their family, friends, coworkers, and those in the community. Join us for this workshop to learn about a sampling of text-based apps for Apple and Android devices to benefit users with communication needs.
Presented by PACER Center.
Free registration.
Cafe Literato Social Club
Meet new friends for good conversation!
The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.
For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.
Ask the Arc Webinar
Ask The Arc webinar series will discuss timely topics relevant to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and their support systems.
Ask The Arc is brought to you by the key organizations and trusted partners who join in support of our advocacy efforts through our Circles of Support initiative.
Free registration.
The Arc Trust Monthly Webinars
Talks with The Arc Trust Webinars
Do you or a loved one receive government benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid? Not sure on how to save for the future and keep these benefits? In our webinar series, Talks with The Arc Trust, we cover the options that people have when saving for the future, the ins and outs of those options, and how they work with various government benefits. Webinars take place on the third Wednesday of each month at 12:00 pm. ET. There is no cost, but you do need to register. Registration is for the full webinar series.
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Cafe Literato Social Club
Meet new friends for good conversation!
The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.
For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.
The Arc Trust Monthly Webinars
Talks with The Arc Trust Webinars
Do you or a loved one receive government benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid? Not sure on how to save for the future and keep these benefits? In our webinar series, Talks with The Arc Trust, we cover the options that people have when saving for the future, the ins and outs of those options, and how they work with various government benefits. Webinars take place on the third Wednesday of each month at 12:00 pm. ET. There is no cost, but you do need to register. Registration is for the full webinar series.
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Cafe Literato Social Club
Meet new friends for good conversation!
The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.
For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.
The Arc Trust Monthly Webinars
Talks with The Arc Trust Webinars
Do you or a loved one receive government benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid? Not sure on how to save for the future and keep these benefits? In our webinar series, Talks with The Arc Trust, we cover the options that people have when saving for the future, the ins and outs of those options, and how they work with various government benefits. Webinars take place on the third Wednesday of each month at 12:00 pm. ET. There is no cost, but you do need to register. Registration is for the full webinar series.
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Cafe Literato Social Club
Meet new friends for good conversation!
The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.
For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.
The Arc Trust Monthly Webinars
Talks with The Arc Trust Webinars
Do you or a loved one receive government benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid? Not sure on how to save for the future and keep these benefits? In our webinar series, Talks with The Arc Trust, we cover the options that people have when saving for the future, the ins and outs of those options, and how they work with various government benefits. Webinars take place on the third Wednesday of each month at 12:00 pm. ET. There is no cost, but you do need to register. Registration is for the full webinar series.
IRCA Virtual Autism Conference
Save the date!
Sponsored by the Indiana Resource Center for Autism at the Indiana Institute on Disability and Community, Indiana University-Bloomington.
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Cafe Literato Social Club
Meet new friends for good conversation!
The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.
For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.
The Arc Trust Monthly Webinars
Talks with The Arc Trust Webinars
Do you or a loved one receive government benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid? Not sure on how to save for the future and keep these benefits? In our webinar series, Talks with The Arc Trust, we cover the options that people have when saving for the future, the ins and outs of those options, and how they work with various government benefits. Webinars take place on the third Wednesday of each month at 12:00 pm. ET. There is no cost, but you do need to register. Registration is for the full webinar series.
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Lafayette Disability Resource Fair
Self-Advocates of Indiana, Connections Case Management and Ivy Tech Community College are hosting Disability Resource Fairs across the state of Indiana.
We welcome waiver agencies, community organizations, employers, educational partners, and businesses to share information and ideas. Including entrepreneurial opportunities for individuals to market wares and exposure for individuals to display their talents, artwork, and skills.
The Disability Resource Fairs will provide information about community resources and services for individuals with disabilities and their families. Exhibitors will talk about the services and resources to assist individuals and families. There will be interactive areas, food and more!
Cafe Literato Social Club
Meet new friends for good conversation!
The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.
For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.
OCALICONLINE 2024
The premier autism and disabilities virtual conference!
Visit https://ocali.org/ for more information.
The Arc Trust Monthly Webinars
Talks with The Arc Trust Webinars
Do you or a loved one receive government benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid? Not sure on how to save for the future and keep these benefits? In our webinar series, Talks with The Arc Trust, we cover the options that people have when saving for the future, the ins and outs of those options, and how they work with various government benefits. Webinars take place on the third Wednesday of each month at 12:00 pm. ET. There is no cost, but you do need to register. Registration is for the full webinar series.
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Cafe Literato Social Club
Meet new friends for good conversation!
The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.
For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Tangram's Spring Fling
Join for a discussion covering essential topics for supporting your loved ones.
We will discuss supported decision-making, health care representation, representative payees, guardianship, and touch on end-of-life planning.
Enhance your support for your loved ones by attending this featured session by Indiana Disability Rights!
Refreshments provided.
Free registration (by April 10).
Charting the LifeCourse Live: Employment
Employment: Resources That Support and Empower
Transition is a time to think about what adult life will look like and explore what you will be doing as part of daily life when the school bus stops coming!
This guide is designed to help you and your family think about questions to ask, things to do and resources to lead you to a job, career, volunteering, college or continuing education, and ultimately, the life you want.
We will discuss:
Our role as family, educators, providers and other professionals
When to srat the conversation - never too early or too late
How to build a vision and trajectory for employment across the lifespan
Presented by Family Resource Network of Ohio.
Free registration.
Parent Cafe
Sow Today for a Better Tomorrow
Parent-to-Parent Learning
Parents & Caregivers of children/young adults with a disability are invited to join a parent-to-parent learning group to build friendships & support one another in resilience, relationships, knowledge & communication. Childcare & dinner will be provided.
Presented by Noble.
Free! RSVP here.
The Arc Trust Monthly Webinars
Talks with The Arc Trust Webinars
Do you or a loved one receive government benefits like Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Medicaid? Not sure on how to save for the future and keep these benefits? In our webinar series, Talks with The Arc Trust, we cover the options that people have when saving for the future, the ins and outs of those options, and how they work with various government benefits. Webinars take place on the third Wednesday of each month at 12:00 pm. ET. There is no cost, but you do need to register. Registration is for the full webinar series.
Guardianship, Your Rights, and Tools for Self-Advocacy
Join People First of Missouri in the conversation about guardianship, your rights, and tools for self-advocacy. Lisa Sutherland of Missouri Protection and Advocacy and Panelists from People First of Missouri.
Free registration.
#ABLEtoSAVE Opens the Door to Housing Opportunities
Learn about the transformative power of Achieving a Better Life Experience (ABLE). Discover how ABLE accounts can help with housing during ABLE National Resource Center’s webinar, "#ABLEtoSAVE Opens the Door to Housing Opportunities." Hear from our ABLE ambassadors, Edward and Emily, who will talk about their own experiences. This webinar is for people with disabilities, their families, and supporters. You will learn how ABLE accounts can be used whether you live alone, with others, rent, own a home, or want to buy a home.
Webinar Highlights:
• Real Stories, Real Homes: Edward will share important resources and strategies to save in ABLE Accounts now for future housing goals. Emily will talk about her journey to homeownership and how she used her ABLE account to achieve this milestone.
• Creating Financial Independence: Learn about the benefits of ABLE accounts and how they can help you maintain stable housing while gaining financial independence.
Facilitator:
Jody Ellis, Director, ABLE National Resource Center
Panelists:
• Edward Mitchell: ABLE Ambassador, Interim Executive Director, Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) of Tennessee
• Emily Munson, Esq.: ABLE Ambassador, Attorney
This event is not just a webinar; it is an opportunity to see the tangible impact of ABLE accounts on the journey to secure stable housing, including homeownership. Register now to connect with our panelists to learn and explore the possibilities!
Please note: Real time captioning and ASL will be provided for this webinar. For other accommodation requests and questions about the registration process, please contact Cheyenne Rivers, Project Coordinator for ABLE National Resource Center at crivers@ndi-inc.org. We will also accept ABLE and housing questions in advance by sending them to info@ablenrc.org and adding “Webinar question” in the subject line. We will do our best to answer these during the webinar or provide you with an email answer.
Presented by the ABLE National Resource Center.
Free registration.
Lunch with LifeCourse: Unlock Your Future Vision, Part 2
Unlock Your Future Vision: A Guide to Planning Ahead
Discover how to envision your future and navigate the path to your dreams!
Supporting and Empowering others to identify their Future Vision
The Value of Content and Process Experts
How Future Vision Drives Planning Across the LifeSpan
Two part series
Mon April 15 & Tue April 16 11:30am - 12:00pm.
Presented by Family Resource Network of Ohio.
Free registration.
Lunch with LifeCourse: Unlock Your Future Vision
Unlock Your Future Vision: A Guide to Planning Ahead
Discover how to envision your future and navigate the path to your dreams!
Supporting and Empowering others to identify their Future Vision
The Value of Content and Process Experts
How Future Vision Drives Planning Across the LifeSpan
Two part series: Mon April 15 & Tue April 16 11:30am - 12:00pm.
Presented by Family Resource Network of Ohio.
Free registration.
My Student is Thriving! Interventions That Facilitate Daily Success, Minimize Meltdowns, and Support Grade-to-Grade Transitions
Overview
This workshop will share a toolbox of interventions and supports that help autistic students meet their limitless potential. Following the structure of the Transition Checklist, attendees will learn how to do the following: (a) develop a plan that easily communicates what the student needs for success; (b) establish a classroom structure that minimizes student meltdowns; (c) teach skills that are often not taught, but are essential to life success; and (d) transition autistic students from grade to grade, ensuring that future teachers understand the student and how they are to be supported. The strategies Brenda will share will be applicable for students in elementary through high school, in special education and general education, with a range of abilities.
At the end of session, attendees will be able to:
Describe strategies that complement the autistic neurology.
Discuss interventions that provide structure and reduce the potential for behavior challenges.
Complete an easy-to-use method of keeping track of the interventions and supports that each student needs.
Who Should Attend?
This workshop is designed for general and special education teachers, administrators, autism and behavior consultants, speech therapists, psychologists, counselors, and families.
Cost & Registration
The registration fee for this workshop is $110.00 (USD). Autism Leaders and Behavior Consultants will receive a code shared on the listservs for a reduced rate of $90.00 (USD).
Payment is by credit card or purchase order only.
You will receive an email acknowledgement of payment—that email is your confirmation and receipt. Please keep it for your records and reimbursement purposes.
All registrations are final. No money will be refunded.
Sponsored by Indiana Resource Center for Autism and Avon Community School Corporation
Registration ($110).
DSI Annual Conference
DSI’s Annual Conference, Advocacy in Action: Building Your Village, will be a great way for you to sharpen your advocacy skills, share your knowledge, and make helpful contacts within our community! You will hear from national and state advocacy organizations and attend breakout sessions where you will have the opportunity to share your experience while learning from your peers.
Presented by Down Syndrome Indiana.
More information and registration.
Hop On In for 2Gen Open House
We are hosting a Virtual Open House to share more about our 2 Gen Approach for families through our Family Support Network. We recognize that each family is unique, facing different challenges along the path to a brighter tomorrow. The Family Support Network empowers families to achieve their dreams for themselves & their children. Noble’s Family Services Coordinator Johnda Knight will be on hand—along with myself (Diane) —to answer any questions you have & learn how we can help. We also look forward to sharing a few success stories with you!
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81330992734?pwd=OHJReDJBQmc1aGtkbjF3RldKN003UT09
Meeting ID: 813 3099 2734
Passcode: 111354
Presented by Noble, Inc.
For more information contact Diane Gann.
Career Roadmap for Students on the Spectrum
Rachel Gerber and Jan Van Dyke, career coaches from the Career Development Center at IU, will unveil a step-by-step career guide for college students on the spectrum. This guide gives students specific action steps that the student can take during each year of college. It will help students discover career direction, choose a major, find an internship and make plans for a professional job search. Additional resources will also be shared, including: job listings, reasons to disclose or not disclose your disability in the workplace, organizations advocating for autistic individuals, and companies and organizations with employee recruitment programs.
Presenters: Rachel Gerber, Associate Director and Jan Van Dyke, Sr. Assistant Director of University Relations, Career Development Center, Indiana University
Sponsored by Indiana Resource Center for Autism.
Free registration.
Ask the Arc Webinar
Ask The Arc webinar series will discuss timely topics relevant to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and their support systems.
Ask The Arc is brought to you by the key organizations and trusted partners who join in support of our advocacy efforts through our Circles of Support initiative.
Free registration.
Lunch with LifeCourse
Anticipating Possibility: Tools for Planning & Possibility, Now and in the Future
Ready to dive into Charting the LifeCourse but need guidance?
Join for step-by-step support! Whether you’re new or experienced, we’ll enhance your conversations and skills.
Hosted by Family Resource Network of Ohio.
Free registration.
Cafe Literato Social Club
Meet new friends for good conversation!
The group meets the 2nd Thursday each month at Cafe Literato in West Lafayette.
For more information contact Rachel at 815-353-0985 or rndebelak@gmail.com.
Special Needs Dependents, class 2
Course Description: As the direction of Medicaid and Social Security become difficult to predict, it has become critically important for parents to plan for the future of their child or dependent with special needs. This workshop covers legal issues including wills, special needs trusts, guardianship, financial issues (such as trust funding), Medicaid, Medicaid waivers, and Social Security.
Class Instructor: Gordon Homes
Class Overview:
April 3 - Government Benefits and Programs
April 10 - Guardianship Alternatives
April 24 - Special Needs Trusts
Presented by Faith Community Institute.
Ask the Arc Webinar
Ask The Arc webinar series will discuss timely topics relevant to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families, and their support systems.
Ask The Arc is brought to you by the key organizations and trusted partners who join in support of our advocacy efforts through our Circles of Support initiative.
Free registration.
Charting the LifeCourse Live
Using the Framework and tools to increase Self-Determination
Learn about:
How using Charting the LifeCourse can nuture self-determination and automoney.
How a lens of self determination can enhance experiences and contribute to a good life.
Ways to support in these areas can ensure contribution, foster connection, build community and promote belonging.
Hosted by the Family Resource Network of Ohio.
Free registration.
12th Annual Autism Parent Virtual Conference
ATTENTION AUTISM PARENTS: This conference is for you! Also for caregivers, and anyone who knows, loves, or works with autistic individuals.
The IABS at Endicott College is hoping you will join us for our 12th Annual Autism PARENT Conference. All topics are geared towards parents. The conference is FREE and virtual via ZOOM. We hope to see you there!
WHEN: Saturday April 6th, 10am-2 pm EST
WHERE: Virtual via ZOOM
COST: FREE
REGISTER HERE *you must register in advance.
Presented by Endicott College Institute for Applied Behavioral Science.
ABLE Accounts and Social Security Benefits: Representative Payees, Reporting and More
You are invited to attend a special webinar to hear from ABLE state program leaders and Social Security Administration (SSA) experts. During this webinar of the ABLE Savings Plans Network (ASPN), participants will be provided with the following information:
Overview of ABLE accounts;
Social Security Disability Benefits (SSI, SSDI, CDB, DWB) and ABLE accounts;
Income/Asset Tests and ABLE accounts;
Reporting ABLE information to SSA;
Representative Payees managing ABLE accounts; and
Resources on SSA benefits and ABLE accounts.
Speakers:
Betsy Blair, Social Insurance Specialist, Office of Income Security Programs, SSA
John Finch, Jr., Director for Florida’s ABLE United
Jolene Wyler, Coordinator for the ABLE Utah Savings Plan
Laura Zelik, Social Insurance Specialist, Office of Income Security Programs, SSA
Who will benefit from this webinar? People with disabilities, their family members and legal/financial representatives, SSA Representative Payees (individuals and organizations), SSA field office staff and leadership, disability advocacy and service organizations, and state ABLE program administrators.
Presented by ABLE Today.
Free registration.
Special Needs Dependents
Course Description: As the direction of Medicaid and Social Security become difficult to predict, it has become critically important for parents to plan for the future of their child or dependent with special needs. This workshop covers legal issues including wills, special needs trusts, guardianship, financial issues (such as trust funding), Medicaid, Medicaid waivers, and Social Security.
Class Instructor: Gordon Homes
Class Overview:
April 3 - Government Benefits and Programs
April 10 - Guardianship Alternatives
April 24 - Special Needs Trusts
Presented by Faith Community Institute.
The Top 11 Special Needs Financial Planning Tips
Please join Founder and President of Oak Wealth Advisors, Mike Walther, as he presents “The Top 11 Special Needs Financial Planning Tips” (because parents of loved ones with special needs always have more to do!) to Together for Choice families. Oak Wealth Advisors understands the challenges that your family is facing because we are also living with those same challenges. We have been educating and empowering families with special needs members by providing them with specific planning strategies that will make their lives, and the life of their loved one better.
Mike Walther received his BS degree in Economics and MBA with concentration in Accounting from Vanderbilt University. He holds all three of the most respected financial services professional designations: the CPA/PFS designation, the Certified Financial Planner(TM) designation, and he is a CFA charter holder.
Hosted by Together For Choice.
Introduction to ABLEnow
More independence, greater financial security and a better quality of life – that’s the future ABLEnow is building. Join for a free information session to discover the advantages of ABLE accounts and the national ABLEnow program.
In just one hour, we’ll cover the answers to these questions, and more:
What are ABLE accounts?
Who is eligible?
How can I use the money in an ABLE account?
What are the features and benefits of ABLEnow?
How can I learn more and open an account?
For more information on ABLEnow, please visit ablenow.com.
Supported Decision Making: Options to Meet Your Needs
When a child turns 18, they become a fully independent adult with important health, education, finances & residential living decisions. The range of assisted decision-making options offer solutions for families in all sorts of situations — and can be combined to meet their needs.
Hosted by Noble.
Presented by Carrie Le of Indiana Family to Family.
Free RSVP by email to CFL@mynoblelife.org by 4pm 3/26/24.
Exploring Advocacy Leadership Networks in Indiana
The Arc of Indiana continues to develop new leadership and advocacy networks across the state of Indiana. Please join us to learn more about how you may be able to join our movement of learning to become a leader and advocate in your own life, become an advocate for others, and perhaps become involved in your local community for positive change in the lives of people with disabilities.
Free registration.
Microboards: Sustaining Your Future
Imagine bringing together a small group of family and friends to create a non-profit board to help your loved one with a disability to plan and manage their life, today and long into the future. This is the concept behind Microboards.
The key principle of a Microboard is that every person has the capacity to express their will and preferences in some way. As a result, people with a disability can be involved in directing their life and take charge of key decisions with support from others.
In this webcast, Executive Director Karen Bell from Microboards Ontario's, will introduce families to this innovative concept, and discuss things that families should consider when deciding if a Microboard is the right fit for them. Join us for a live Q&A following the webcast.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU:
Definition, overview and core values underlying microboards
Steps involved in creating and operating a microboard
First-hand experience from parents engaged in the process
Related online resources for further information and inspiration
About the Speaker: Karen Bell
Karen joined Microboards Ontario this past April as its first Executive Director. She has over twenty years’ experience in progressive positions in the developmental services sector. She is a passionate, community-minded leader who brings an empathic and focused approach to her work. With an extensive background in communications, government relations, and strategic and operational planning, collaboration, accountability and a deep belief in inclusion and equity has been at the heart of her work.
Presented by Partners for Planning.
TCPL Book Life Club
Book Life is a book club which focuses on reading, friends, and fun!
Adults (ages 18 & older) with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their caregivers are invited to join our book club.
Presented by the Tippecanoe County Public Library.
For more information:
Maggie Andrejko, Head Youth Librarian
Tippecanoe County Public Library
765-429-0120
mandrejko@tcpl.lib.in.us
Estate Planning for Parents of Children with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities
Parents of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities have additional considerations when navigating the estate planning process. Join us for an informative panel conversation with industry experts who can help you build your family’s plan for the future. It is our hope that you leave with new resources to guide your thought process and actionable advice to help you nurture possibilities for your loved one for years to come.
Panelists include:
Monica Doerr, Law Office of Monica Doerr
Sarah Geis, The Arc Master Trust
Christy Robertson, Thrivent Financial
Town Hall with Lt. Governor Crouch
In honor of Disability Awareness Month and World Down Syndrome Day, Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch, Chair of the Indiana Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Task Force, will hold a town hall to discuss Indiana's vision for people with disabilities.
WHO:
Suzanne Crouch, Lieutenant Governor of Indiana
Kim Dodson, Chief Executive Officer, The Arc of Indiana
WHAT:
Virtual town hall with Lt. Gov. Crouch and The Arc of Indiana
WHEN:
Thursday, March 21, 2024
10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. ET
WHERE:
Zoom
RSVP:
Join in the town hall by registering here: https://bit.ly/LieutGovTownHall.
Assistive Technology & Aging
(To join the webinar training go to www.eastersealstech.com/live on the day of the event)
What: Assistive Technology and Aging Full Day Training
When: March 21, 2024, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm EST
Where: Easterseals Crossroads at 4740 Kingsway Drive, Indianapolis, IN 46205. This event will also be streamed live via Zoom and can be joined at www.eastersealstech.com/live (registration is required to attend in-person or online webinar)
Who should attend: Anyone interested in learning about tools, resources and apps that are available to increase independence for individuals with age related impairments. Individuals with disabilities, educators, parents, students, and professionals can benefit from this training.
Why: This FREE assistive technology training will provide valuable insights and practical strategies on assistive technology and resources available for individuals with age-related impairments.