Discover Your Path to a Good Life With Trajectories.

The Trajectory tool helps people envision and indentify what makes their life truly fulfilling.

Did you know? There are over 10 unique Trajectories designed to spark meaningful conversations and help you oroganize your thoughts about what a “good life” means to you.

Join to learn how these powerful tools can support and empower you to chart your course to a brighter future.

This is a two-part series: July 21 and July 28.

Presented by the Family Resource Network of Ohio.

Free registration.

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

This chapter of Self Advocates of Indiana meets the second and fourth Thursdays each month. All self-advocates are invited. You do not need to be a client of Wabash Center.

For more information contact Rhonda Hicks, rhicks@wabashcenter.com.

Noble’s Parent Cafes are designed to give caregivers, supporting a family member diagnosed with a disability, the opportunity to spend time with others who may share similar feelings and experiences.

Guided by our café and table host, we will have conversation around our theme “Supportive Parents are LifeSavers.”

To register or hear more about our Parent Café, please feel free to contact Johnda Knight, Family Services Coordinator @ j.knight@mynoblelife.org or 317-469-1097.

Presented by Noble.

Planning for the future can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Join Pam Blanton and Jamie Martin of Partners4Housing for their signature informational webinar where they’ll answer YOUR questions about creating sustainable housing solutions for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

What We’ll Cover:

• Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers - understanding the process

• Finding compatible roommates through our matching system

• Discovering and implementing funding options

• Building your caregiver support team

• Plus, your specific questions during our live Q&A!

Whether you’re a parent planning ahead, a self-advocate charting your path, or a professional supporting families, this webinar offers practical guidance tailored to where you are in your journey.

Presented by Together for Choice.

Free registration.

Discover Your Path to a Good Life With Trajectories.

The Trajectory tool helps people envision and indentify what makes their life truly fulfilling.

Did you know? There are over 10 unique Trajectories designed to spark meaningful conversations and help you oroganize your thoughts about what a “good life” means to you.

Join to learn how these powerful tools can support and empower you to chart your course to a brighter future.

This is a two-part series: July 21 and July 28.

Presented by the Family Resource Network of Ohio.

Free registration.

The Family and Social Services Administration is committed to working collaboratively with individuals, families, case managers and providers to support the individuals using home and community-based services waivers to live their vision of a good life.

The Bureau of Disabilities Services and Office of Medicaid Policy and Planning issued a public notice on the intent to submit proposed amendments to the Family Support, Community Integration and Habilitation, Health and Wellness, Indiana PathWays, and Traumatic Brain Injury Waivers to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services for consideration. The 30-day public comment period will run from July 9, 2025-Aug. 8, 2025. The public notices can be found here and here.

FSSA will be hosting three webinars to assist individuals, families and other interested stakeholders understand the process of amending a waiver, how to make public comment, and provide a high-level overview of the key changes currently proposed. The following are the three opportunities and links to join (using Microsoft Teams): 

• Monday, July 21, 2025: 9:30 am ET

• Thursday, July 31, 2025: 4:00 pm ET

• Tuesday, August 5, 2025: 3:00 pm ET

In addition, general information on waiver notice and the public comment process is currently available on the BDS website and can be found here.

Saturday Social events are FREE and open to anyone regardless of whether or not they attend services at Wabash Center. Light snacks or meals are provided at each event and your RSVP helps us plan appropriately.

Free.

RSVP here.

What does inclusive housing really mean for adults with developmental disabilities? In this fireside chat, Dana Hooper, Executive Director of LSA, talks with Lisa Zuegel, founder of Constellation Community Living, about the importance of housing that supports choice, community, and belonging.

Lisa shares what inspired her advocacy, the challenges families face in finding quality housing, and why inclusive models focused on connection and personal agency are essential. This conversation offers insight and practical ways to get involved in creating homes where adults with I/DD can thrive with dignity and independence.

Presented by Life Services Alternatives (LSA).

Free registration.

This chapter of Self Advocates of Indiana meets the second and fourth Thursdays each month. All self-advocates are invited. You do not need to be a client of Wabash Center.

For more information contact Rhonda Hicks, rhicks@wabashcenter.com.

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.

We are so excited to announce our brand new program - Sensory Swim! Sensory Swim will offer an after-hours sensory-friendly open swim for individuals with behavioral, social, emotional, and/or physical challenges and their families. With no music, no concessions, and fewer distractions, it’s a relaxed environment to swim, play, and have fun. Our first Sensory Swim program will be on Wednesday, June 18 from 6:15-8:15pm.

Sensory Swim is $12 per family of 4 - each additional registrant is $3.00. Registration will be capped, so sign up early! Call (765) 807-1500 or register online at https://secure.rec1.com/.../lafayette-parks.../catalog

Thank you so much to our sponsors, Milestones Autism Center, Supportive Behavior Services, and Wabash Center Inc. for making this event possible for our community! We are so grateful to have your support!

Presented by Lafayette Parks and Recreation.

Join us for a 1-hour session as we dive into Charting the LifeCourse and discover how this powerful framework can be used to create a good life for anyone. Learn the principles, explore practical applications, and hear real-life examples of how Charting the LifeCourse can enhance your experiences and help you achieve your goals. Don’t miss this opportunity to take control of your future!

Presented by the Family Resource Network of Ohio.

Free registration.

Join us for a new Good Life Group series focused on navigating the journey of aging. Using the Charting the LifeCourse framework, we’ll explore practical steps for planning ahead, accessing resources, and building a strong circle of support. Whether you’re experiencing new changes or looking ahead to what’s next, this series will empower you to make informed decisions and create a meaningful, connected future. Let’s work together to chart a path that supports well-being, dignity, and a good life at every stage.

Held on Tuesdays from 1:30 - 3:00pm, June 24, July 1, July 8, 2025.

Suggested Audience:

Adults who are navigating or planning for the aging process—including individuals experiencing life transitions, caregivers, family members, and anyone interested in preparing for a future.

Presented by Missouri Family to Family.

Free registration.

What does assistive technology really mean—and how can it support greater independence for people with disabilities? In this conversation, Ian Ramos, Assistive Technology Specialist at Access Ingenuity, joins Dana Hooper, Executive Director of LSA, to explore practical tools, common roadblocks, and how families can start finding the right supports. With personal stories and expert insight, they’ll dive into what’s possible when the right technology meets the right person.

Presented by Life Services Alternatives (LSA).

Free registration.

Join us for a new Good Life Group series focused on navigating the journey of aging. Using the Charting the LifeCourse framework, we’ll explore practical steps for planning ahead, accessing resources, and building a strong circle of support. Whether you’re experiencing new changes or looking ahead to what’s next, this series will empower you to make informed decisions and create a meaningful, connected future. Let’s work together to chart a path that supports well-being, dignity, and a good life at every stage.

Held on Tuesdays from 1:30 - 3:00pm, June 24, July 1, July 8, 2025.

Suggested Audience:

Adults who are navigating or planning for the aging process—including individuals experiencing life transitions, caregivers, family members, and anyone interested in preparing for a future.

Presented by Missouri Family to Family.

Free registration.

This chapter of Self Advocates of Indiana meets the second and fourth Thursdays each month. All self-advocates are invited. You do not need to be a client of Wabash Center.

For more information contact Rhonda Hicks, rhicks@wabashcenter.com.

What to bring:

• Softball glove, bat and helmet if you have them.

• We have a few extra mitts/bats for anyone needing one. We do have batting helmets but you can use your own if you have one.

• Wear athletic shorts (no jeans or street pants/cutoffs) and wear a hat

• Bring water bottle or two and wear sunscreen (put name on water bottles).

Where:

West Lafayette High School Girls Softball Field – 6 pm (3065 N Salisbury St)

Come in the parking lot and go to the far left of the parking lot….the entrance to the softball field is there.

Practice Schedule:

• Regular Practice: Tuesdays, 6-8 pm

• Extra Batting Practice: Sundays, 7-8 pm will let you know start date for this at first practice.

• Remember you need to make at least 8 weeks of practice in order to compete. Being at practice and working together is what makes our team better.

Dates to Remember:

• July 14 Softball Team roster and Individual Skills Due

• August 5 Games records due

• August 23 - Softball Sectionals

• September 6 - Softball State

We will schedule games once we have the softball directory.

Contact sotippe@gmail.com or Coach Phil Steele, 765-427-4735 with questions.

Join us for a new Good Life Group series focused on navigating the journey of aging. Using the Charting the LifeCourse framework, we’ll explore practical steps for planning ahead, accessing resources, and building a strong circle of support. Whether you’re experiencing new changes or looking ahead to what’s next, this series will empower you to make informed decisions and create a meaningful, connected future. Let’s work together to chart a path that supports well-being, dignity, and a good life at every stage.

Held on Tuesdays from 1:30 - 3:00pm, June 24, July 1, July 8, 2025.

Suggested Audience:

Adults who are navigating or planning for the aging process—including individuals experiencing life transitions, caregivers, family members, and anyone interested in preparing for a future.

Presented by Missouri Family to Family.

Free registration.

Indiana Family to Family is hosting a four-part training series designed to help individuals with disabilities and their families plan for a secure financial future. Led by Gordon Homes, Special Care Planner with WestPoint Financial Group, this series will cover essential financial topics, including government benefits, trusts, guardianship, and life care planning.

Dates: Mondays, June 2 – June 23

Location: Virtual

Time: 6:30-8:00pm EST

🔹 Week 1 (June 2): Government Benefits and Programs

🔹 Week 2 (June 9): Special Needs Trusts

🔹 Week 3 (June 16): Guardianship & Alternatives + ABLE Accounts

🔹 Week 4 (June 23): Life Care Planning

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and take proactive steps toward financial security. Register today!

Free Registration: https://tinyurl.com/Summer-Training-Series.

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

We are so excited to announce our brand new program - Sensory Swim! Sensory Swim will offer an after-hours sensory-friendly open swim for individuals with behavioral, social, emotional, and/or physical challenges and their families. With no music, no concessions, and fewer distractions, it’s a relaxed environment to swim, play, and have fun. Our first Sensory Swim program will be on Wednesday, June 18 from 6:15-8:15pm.

Sensory Swim is $12 per family of 4 - each additional registrant is $3.00. Registration will be capped, so sign up early! Call (765) 807-1500 or register online at https://secure.rec1.com/.../lafayette-parks.../catalog

Thank you so much to our sponsors, Milestones Autism Center, Supportive Behavior Services, and Wabash Center Inc. for making this event possible for our community! We are so grateful to have your support!

Presented by Lafayette Parks and Recreation.

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.

Presented by The Arc Master Trust.

Free registration.

You’re invited to join a series of meaningful conversations about building a community where we’re all known and neighbored.

Let’s lean on Charting the LifeCourse - not the tools, but the principles - to help us imagine and explore it together.

Presented by Family Resource Network of Ohio and Starfire Council.

Free registration.

Indiana Family to Family is hosting a four-part training series designed to help individuals with disabilities and their families plan for a secure financial future. Led by Gordon Homes, Special Care Planner with WestPoint Financial Group, this series will cover essential financial topics, including government benefits, trusts, guardianship, and life care planning.

Dates: Mondays, June 2 – June 23

Location: Virtual

Time: 6:30-8:00pm EST

🔹 Week 1 (June 2): Government Benefits and Programs

🔹 Week 2 (June 9): Special Needs Trusts

🔹 Week 3 (June 16): Guardianship & Alternatives + ABLE Accounts

🔹 Week 4 (June 23): Life Care Planning

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain expert insights and take proactive steps toward financial security. Register today!

Free Registration: https://tinyurl.com/Summer-Training-Series.

A wide range of assistive technology (AT) can be used to support teens and adults with disabilities to complete tasks at home or at work. We will demonstrate apps and devices that help with reminders, timers, and visual and audio prompts. Join us to learn about tools that can help individuals function more independently at home or on the job.

Presented by PACER Center.

Free registration.

Learn how early and ongoing benefits counseling empowers those considering work. Learn how to reject common myths about benefits and going to work.​ Understand the difference between SSI & SSDI. Understand which healthcare benefit (Medicaid and Medicare) goes with which SSA benefit. Learn asset-building options to assist with benefits. Learn about the advantages and find out how to access benefits counseling in Indiana.

Presented by Indiana Institute on Disability and Community Center on Community Living and Careers.

Free registration.

You’re invited to join a series of meaningful conversations about building a community where we’re all known and neighbored.

Let’s lean on Charting the LifeCourse - not the tools, but the principles - to help us imagine and explore it together.

Presented by Family Resource Network of Ohio and Starfire Council.

Free registration.