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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Join us on June 2, 2025, at 7:00 PM for a comprehensive Family Support Waiver Workshop designed to help individuals with Autism and their families navigate Indiana’s Family Support Waiver (FSW). This workshop will provide essential information about the services covered under the waiver, including respite care, behavioral support, therapies, and assistive technology. We will also walk you through the application process, covering eligibility requirements, necessary documentation, and submission steps. Additionally, we will discuss what happens after being targeted for the waiver, including service plan development, provider selection, and how to begin receiving support. Whether you are new to the waiver process or need guidance on next steps, this session will equip you with the knowledge and resources needed to access critical services. Parents, caregivers, self-advocates, and professionals are all encouraged to attend.

Presented by Autism Society of Indiana.

Free registration.

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.

It's time for a quick refresh of what's new with AT products. Get an overview of many products during these two days of demos.

We know it's hard to keep up with all the latest features and product announcements. We want to make it easier, so join us for AT Demo Days to keep up-to-speed with a variety of AT products.

Sessions will take place on three Wednesdays in May via the ATIA Learning Center. Sessions are sponsored by ATIA members and free for anyone to attend. Live sessions will have prize giveaways!

• May 7: AT and ACC

• May 14: AT and Blind & Low Vision and Physical Access

• May 21: AT and Education

Presented by Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATiA).

Free registration.

It's time for a quick refresh of what's new with AT products. Get an overview of many products during these two days of demos.

We know it's hard to keep up with all the latest features and product announcements. We want to make it easier, so join us for AT Demo Days to keep up-to-speed with a variety of AT products.

Sessions will take place on three Wednesdays in May via the ATIA Learning Center. Sessions are sponsored by ATIA members and free for anyone to attend. Live sessions will have prize giveaways!

• May 7: AT and ACC

• May 14: AT and Blind & Low Vision and Physical Access

• May 21: AT and Education

Presented by Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATiA).

Free registration.

One of the most accessible devices lives right in your pocket or backpack. Smart phones and tablets offer wonderful accessibility settings that can open up a world of access for individuals with disabilities, and really for anyone! Guest presenter Josh Anderson, ATP - Director of Assistive Technology - Easterseals Crossroads, will deep dive into the built-in accessibility settings for iOS and Android and show how they can help individuals with hearing, vision, mobility, and cognitive impairments access technology and the world around them.

Presented by IPMG.

Free registration.

It's time for a quick refresh of what's new with AT products. Get an overview of many products during these two days of demos.

We know it's hard to keep up with all the latest features and product announcements. We want to make it easier, so join us for AT Demo Days to keep up-to-speed with a variety of AT products.

Sessions will take place on three Wednesdays in May via the ATIA Learning Center. Sessions are sponsored by ATIA members and free for anyone to attend. Live sessions will have prize giveaways!

• May 7: AT and ACC

• May 14: AT and Blind & Low Vision and Physical Access

• May 21: AT and Education

Presented by Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATiA).

Free registration.

The Institute for Applied Behavioral Science (IABS) at Endicott College is hoping you will join us for our 13th Annual Autism PARENT Conference!

All topics are geared towards parents & caregivers.

The conference is FREE and either in-person at Endicott College, or virtual via ZOOM.

WHEN: SATURDAY May 3rd

WHEN: 9:00 a.m.- 1:00 p.m. EST

Free registration.

You're Invited!

Celebrate AT Awareness Day

Honoring the individuals who rely on Assistive Technology (AT) to access education, workplaces, communities, and recreation.

Join us for an Open House to celebrate the innovation of AT and the dedication of the researchers, educators, and specialists who make AT accessible to millions.

OPEN YOUR WORLD WITH TECHNOLOGY!

Explore our adaptive lab and discover how the INDATA Project, ATLAS Project, clinical services, digital literacy programs, loan library, home modification services, and more are helping individuals lead fuller, more independent lives.

Light refreshments will be served.

We look forward to welcoming you to an event that celebrates the power of technology in making the world more accessible for everyone!

Presented by Easterseals Crossroads.

Join the Tippecanoe Housing Solutions Coalition for a public housing discussion.

We invite you to participate in a vital community discussion housing. This collaborative event will focus on addressing key housing challenges, including but not limited to:

• Eviction and Foreclosure Prevention

• Limited Housing Stock

• Limited and Coordinated Services for Housing Stabilization

• Lack of Homeownership Opportunities

• Substandard Housing

The event runs Tuesday 4/8 through Friday 4/11 with a Community Forum on Wednesday 4/9.

Free registration (but not required).

Caregiving is rewarding but demanding.

Taking breaks is essential for balance and well-being.

Join us to explore Charting the LifeCourse respite tools and plan for meaningful breaks.

Good respite planning starts with a clear vision.

Knowing what good respite looks like for you and your loved one helps guide decisions, ensuring each choice moves you closer to that vision.

• Learn strategies to plan for respite

• Discover practical tools to support caregivers

• Explore ways to take meaningful breaks.

Presented by Family Resource Network of Ohio.

Free registration.

Caregiving is rewarding but demanding.

Taking breaks is essential for balance and well-being.

Join us to explore Charting the LifeCourse respite tools and plan for meaningful breaks.

Good respite planning starts with a clear vision.

Knowing what good respite looks like for you and your loved one helps guide decisions, ensuring each choice moves you closer to that vision.

• Learn strategies to plan for respite

• Discover practical tools to support caregivers

• Explore ways to take meaningful breaks.

Presented by Family Resource Network of Ohio.

Free registration.

SAVE-THE-DATE March 25 6:30pm-7:30pm.

Ever have a time when you need to stretch your pantry food until your next payday or income check? Maybe you ask yourself what can I make with what I have? If this is occasionally you ...join CDE for this free webinar to show you how to use the free phone app SuperCook or check it out online https://www.supercook.com/#/desktop

Here is the registration link for this opportunity to help you in a pinch. Great informaiton for independent living skills.

https://us06web.zoom.us/.../register/ua5O52kxST6S8nKlfOOsRA

• Unlock lifelong empowerment!

• Learn how to create impactful experiences that empower individuals to shape their desired life.

• Join us to discover to the key to lifelong self-determination.

• Don’t miss out on this chance to learn and be inspired!

This is a two-part series: March 4 & March 18, 2025.

Presented by Family Resource Network of Ohio.

Free registration.

Three-part Housing Series.

Creating the vision Monday, March 3, 2025

This workshop will present a broad overview of person-centered planning, housing, and service options. Parents will learn how they can help their young adults to create a vision for the future as they begin their journey of exploring housing options.

Creating structure through financial and staff support Monday, March 10, 2025

This workshop will present examples of how housing, individual services, and supports are funded through federal, state, and county resources. Parents will learn about how their young adults may become eligible for and use public programs to support their housing vision.

Stories from families and young adults Monday, March 17, 2025

This workshop will feature a more detailed explanation of individualized housing and service options from a panel of parents, young adults, and housing providers who will share their own journeys through the process.This workshop will present a broad overview of person-centered planning, housing, and service options. Parents will learn how they can help their young adults to create a vision for the future as they begin their journey of exploring housing options.

Presented by PACER Center.

Free registration.

Three-part Housing Series.

Creating the vision Monday, March 3, 2025

This workshop will present a broad overview of person-centered planning, housing, and service options. Parents will learn how they can help their young adults to create a vision for the future as they begin their journey of exploring housing options.

Creating structure through financial and staff support Monday, March 10, 2025

This workshop will present examples of how housing, individual services, and supports are funded through federal, state, and county resources. Parents will learn about how their young adults may become eligible for and use public programs to support their housing vision.

Stories from families and young adults Monday, March 17, 2025

This workshop will feature a more detailed explanation of individualized housing and service options from a panel of parents, young adults, and housing providers who will share their own journeys through the process.This workshop will present a broad overview of person-centered planning, housing, and service options. Parents will learn how they can help their young adults to create a vision for the future as they begin their journey of exploring housing options.

Presented by PACER Center.

Free registration.

• Unlock lifelong empowerment!

• Learn how to create impactful experiences that empower individuals to shape their desired life.

• Join us to discover to the key to lifelong self-determination.

• Don’t miss out on this chance to learn and be inspired!

This is a two-part series: March 4 & March 18, 2025.

Presented by Family Resource Network of Ohio.

Free registration.

Three-part Housing Series.

Creating the vision Monday, March 3, 2025

This workshop will present a broad overview of person-centered planning, housing, and service options. Parents will learn how they can help their young adults to create a vision for the future as they begin their journey of exploring housing options.

Creating structure through financial and staff support Monday, March 10, 2025

This workshop will present examples of how housing, individual services, and supports are funded through federal, state, and county resources. Parents will learn about how their young adults may become eligible for and use public programs to support their housing vision.

Stories from families and young adults Monday, March 17, 2025

This workshop will feature a more detailed explanation of individualized housing and service options from a panel of parents, young adults, and housing providers who will share their own journeys through the process.This workshop will present a broad overview of person-centered planning, housing, and service options. Parents will learn how they can help their young adults to create a vision for the future as they begin their journey of exploring housing options.

Presented by PACER Center.

Free registration.

In this 2 hour virtual workshop, learn about the disability specific regulations of fair housing laws (focus on rental transactions). ASL interpretation will be provided. Topics to be discussed: introduction to fair housing, common types of disability based housing discrimination, disability specific fair housing regulations and guidance, reasonable accommodations and modifications, and more!

This workshop will be hosted live to allow interaction with attendees.

Presented by the Fair Housing Center of Central Indiana.

Free registration.

Their annual conference with a variety of breakout sessions.

9:00 – 10:05 am Loss and Grief for All of Us presented by Tammy Besser, LCSW, NCG, QIDP, and Jess Jankowski, LCSW, JCFS

10:15 – 11:15 am Safely Navigating Social Media: Strategies and Tools for Promoting Social Media Safety for Individuals with IDD Presented by Mary Jo Krile, Ph.D

11:15 am – 12:15 pm Disability and Sexuality: Best Practices for Support Professionals Presented by Arryn Akhtenberg, MA, and Morrigan Hunter, MA, MSW

1:45 – 2:45 pm Inspiring Financial Strength for Those You Serve with IL ABLE Accounts – What QIDP’s Need to Know Presented by JJ Hanley and Stephanie Kanter, Office of the Illinois State Treasurer

3:00 – 4:00 pm Artificial Intelligence: Affordable, Accessible, Adaptive Presented by Anna Cronin, MS BCBA, Fern Leaf ABA

Presented by The Arc of Illinois.

Registration.

iPhones and iPads have many accessibility settings built-in to their operating systems. This workshop will teach participants about different ways to modify these Apple devices to make them more accessible, including voice control, text-to-speech features, head tracking, and more.

Presented by The Pacer Center.

Free registration.

"Life planning" involves creating plans for your assets, as well as outlining preferences for how you wish to be supported in the event that your decisional capability changes. Life planning tools include wills, trusts, health care proxies, living wills, transfer on death deeds and other will-substitutes. These tools promote self-determination and ensure that the wishes of older adults are affirmed even after their death.

While life planning includes putting plans in place for distribution of assets after death, it can also help older adults during their lifetime to help preserve housing and economic security, as well as put mechanisms in place that can avoid unnecessary guardianship and conservatorship.

This training will discuss how life planning services can benefit older adults and how to take a person-centered approach to traditional estate planning and preservation of generational wealth.

Presenters will cover:

- How life planning can support housing stability, economic security, and preserve the wishes of older adults;

- The various tools and instruments for life and succession planning, as well as the processes and procedures for probate and administration of a decedent's estate, and non-probate assets;

- How legal services providers can contribute to this work and develop opportunities for pro bono partnerships; and

- Strategies for engaging in conversations with older adults about the need for life planning services.

Presenters:

- Odette Williamson, National Consumer Law Center

- Danaya Wright, University of Florida Levin College of Law

- Tina Smith Nelson, Legal Counsel for the Elderly

Presented by the National Center on Law and Elder Rights.

Free registration.

This virtual workshop series is designed to educate participants about evidence-based strategies, learn how to use these strategies with individuals with ASD across home, school, community settings as well as to discuss and plan various materials tailored to individuals. These interactive workshops provide an opportunity to learn about and create tools used to support individuals with ASD. Each session will focus on a different area of interest. All sessions at noon ET.

• 12/18 Data-Driven Decision-Making: "Data-Driven Decision-Making: Practical tools to make data work for you and your team"

Presented by HANDS in Autism.

Register here for any or all of the sessions.

Bring the whole family to 2024 Winter WonderFest! Community vendors and resources, cookie decorating, hot chocolate bar, and more!!! Be one of the first 50 people to register and get entered into a drawing for a $200 Visa Gift Card!!

Presented by Area IV Agency on Aging and Community Action Programs, Inc.

Register Today at https://tinyurl.com/areaivwinterwonderfest.