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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Our 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.

Presented by The Arc of Indiana.

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.

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.

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.

Heard about Charting the LifeCourse but are unsure where to start? Join the Family Implementation Series that meets Wednesdays in May (7,14, 21, 28).

These sessions are helpful for ALL families, across ALL ages. We will:

• Review some helpful resources and tools

• Have time to start working with them with and for your loved ones.

• Share and learn with other families.

Presented by the Family Resource Network of Ohio.

Free registration.

Taking the leap into adult healthcare is a big step for families and young adults with disabilities. Planning ahead is the key. This session will help families understand how to make this move easier. WE will cover:

• The process of transitioning to adult medical care

• Timelines to prepare youth and young adults to be ready to move into the adult healthcare world

• Healthcare goals and what it means when youth turn 18 years old

Presented by Ohio 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.

Who should attend: This training is for anyone interested in learning about mobile device accessibility for people with disabilities, highlighting built-in features and apps designed to support greater independence and ease of use. Individuals with disabilities, educators, parents, students, and professionals can benefit from this training.

Why: This FREE assistive technology training will provide participants with valuable insights into how mobile devices—equipped with built-in accessibility features and apps—can enhance the independence of individuals with disabilities in the workplace, at home, and in the community.

Presented by Easterseals Crossroads INDATA.

Free registration.