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SEDOL Grant-A-Rama on November 28

By on November 27, 2012 in Education, Special Event

SEDOL’s annual Grant-A-Rama will take place on Wednesday, November 28, immediately preceding the SEDOL Governing Board meeting.  The Grant-A-Rama is a project fair that  highlights many of the innovative programs and accomplishments that have been made possible through grant funding.   SEDOL  actively seeks grant funding and community partnerships to provide programs in member districts.

The Grant-A-Rama is principally for representatives of member districts and interested parents.  Some students participate in the booths.  It is co-sponsored by  SEDOL and the SEDOL Foundation.   It will take place at Gages Lake School at 6pm.  The Governing Board meeting follows at 7pm.

Last year’s Grant-A-Rama is described here.

For more information contact Carole Brooks, 847-986-2434 and cbrooks@sedol.us

 

 

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LCCIL Annual Meeting November 29

By on November 26, 2012 in Recreation, Social Life, Special Event

The Lake County Center for Independent Living will hold its Annual Meeting and Holiday Party on Thursday, November 29, 2012 from 5:30pm – 7pm.  It will be held at the United Methodist Church of Libertyville, 429 Brainerd Avenue, Libertyville.  Light refreshments will be served.

At the meeting, staff and members will share their successes plans with those in attendance.  The LCCIL is a resource for individuals with disabilities in Lake County.   The following is from their website – Strategic Plan 2009-2014.

LCCIL’s mission is to empower people with disabilities to lead self-directed lives as valued members of the community.

We accomplish this through Advocacy, skills training, Peer Mentoring and Information and Referral throughout Lake County.

A review of last year’s meeting is here.

For information contact Kaja at 847-949-4440, x 217, kaja@lccil.org

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377 Board To Go Before County Board

By on November 20, 2012 in Government, Special Event

McHenry County Public Health & Human Services Committee approved the resolution to form a 377 Board in McHenry County.   The County Board will review the recommendation and act on placing the referendum on the ballot at their next meeting.  This will take place on Tuesday, November 20 at 7:00 p.m. at the McHenry County Administration Building, at 667 Ware Rd (at Seminary Avenue) in Woodstock.  The meeting is in the second floor conference room.

McHenry residents with developmental disabilities, their families and friends are encouraged to attend this meeting to communicate the need for this board.  Organizers are hoping for a full room.  They remind potential attendees that their attendance is critical, and that they will not be required to speak, although they may do so if they wish.

If the County Board approves inclusion of the resolution on the ballot, voters will decide whether to establish a 377 Board for persons who have developmental disabilities at the spring election on April 9, 2013.   Approval would result in creation of a fund of approximately $10M under local control.   The Northwest Herald has come out in favor of including the item on the ballot.

You can view the most recent Northwest Herald article on the Options & Advocacy website.  www.optionsandadvocacy.org


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Legislative Breakfast, December 3

By on November 19, 2012 in Background, Government, Health, Housing, Lifestyle, Special Event, State Agency

“Make Us a Priority” is the theme of the 6th Biennial Legislative Breakfast sponsored by The North/Northwest Cook County and Lake County Work Group (http://www.iacdd.org) .  The work group  is comprised of parents, consumers, providers, legislators, government agencies and schools addressing the needs of  individuals with developmental disabilities.  The meet monthly to share information addressing common concerns.

The breakfast will take place on Monday December 3, 2012 at the Chevy Chase Country Club – Devonshire Room in Wheeling.  It goes from  8:30am-10:00am.

State legislators and their aides are invited to attend as well as consumers with developmental disabilities and their families.   Service providers and advocates are also invited to attend.   The event will feature a brief presentation on the  facts, figures and other information  of concern to families and professionals.  Legislators will play a key role in establishing State policy addressing these needs.

Editorial change:  11:15am 11/19/2012:  Legislators who will attend are asked to RSVP by November 30 to Elizabeth Ramos, Community Alternatives United (CAU), 773-867-4159, eramossosa@cau.org.  Consumers and families need not RSVP.

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College of Lake County Open House November 8

By on November 6, 2012 in Education, Post Transition, Special Event

November 8, 2012 - 6-8pmThe College of Lake County is holding an open house   (http://www.clcillinois.edu/openhouse/index.asp)  for current and prospective students on November 8, 2012 from 6pm – 8pm.  Parking will be available in lots 7 and 7A, and visitors should enter at the C Wing. Check-in begins at 5:30 p.m.

The open house features a series of ½ hour sessions that address student concerns such as financial aid, academic advising, and student support services. Students with special needs will find the services from the Office for Students with Disabilities of particular interest.  In addition,  those attending will be able to talk to students, faculty and others regarding opportunities at CLC.

Each of the five departments at CLC  (1-Biological and Health Sciences,  2-Business,  3-Communication Arts, Humanities and Fine Arts,  4-Engineering, Math and Physical Science and  5-Social Sciences) offers two distinct programs. The first aims at those students planning to transfer to a 4 year college.  Often these students obtain transferable credits at a lower cost than they would incur at a traditional college.  Information about transferring will be available at the event.

The second kind of program at CLC is a Certificate Program. These students complete a program at CLC and receive a credential that qualifies them for work. Certificate programs include Massage Therapy, Administrative Office Systems, Library Technical Assistant.

For more information about the CLC open house contact Diane Rarick,  (847) 543-2581• Email:  drarick@clcillinois.edu

 

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Laremont/Transition Homecoming Dance at SEDOL

By on October 26, 2012 in Education, Lifestyle, Post Transition, Relationships, Social Life, Special Event

About 75 former and current students of Laremont and the SEDOL Transition Programs attended the Annual Homecoming Dance on October 12.  The theme for the dance was “Cheeseburger in Paradise”.   It was held at Laremont School.

Everyone danced to music provided by DJ Eddie Rodriguez, and there was food for all.  The  annual dances started over 25 years ago according to Laremont Principal, Mrs. Mary Sowers.   It began as a Homecoming option for Laremont students, and was expanded to include students who finish their education in the  SEDOL Transition Programs.

“It means a lot to the kids to get together again”, said Mrs. Sowers.  “Everyone likes a Homecoming Dance.  All we are missing is the football game.”

 

 

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Illinois Transition Conference Sells Out

By on October 19, 2012 in Post Transition, Special Event, State Agency

The 8th Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference is no longer accepting registrations and is discouraging walk-ins.  The conference brings together professionals, policymakers and families concerned with making the transition from student to adult in Illinois.  The conference  rotates between different parts of the state, and this year it is in St. Charles from October 24 – 26, attracting an overflow of Chicagoland participants.

The Conference targets high school aged students and young adults with disabilities, their family members and teachers, vocational professionals, caregivers, health care professionals, college students pursuing careers in special education and community advocates.  Historically, some attendees receive stipends from the ARC to attend this conference.  Refer to TheNemoNews article here for information on stipends.

Next year’s conference will be held on October 24-25, 2013 at the Thelma Keller Convention Center in Effingham, IL.

According to the website the Conference goals include:

  • Family Involvement (e.g., parents and families as partners in planning for and delivering transition services)
  • Student Self-determination (e.g., using transition assessment information and facilitating students’ self-determination to develop individualized plans based on their post-school goals)
  • Interagency Collaboration (e.g., involvement of community businesses, organizations and agencies in all aspects of transition-focused goals)
  • Effective program structures (e.g., efficient and effective delivery of transition-focused education and services to all transition-aged youth)

For more information about the conference contact Tara Dunning, Transition Conference Co-Chair,  217-744-7777 or tara@silcofillinois.org.

 

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CLC College Expo October 18

By on October 11, 2012 in Education, Post Transition, Special Event

Over 150 colleges are expected to attend the College Expo at the College of Lake County in Grayslake on October 18, 2012 from 6pm – 8pm.  High school students and families are invited to attend the Expo.  A list of participating colleges is here.   The event will be in the Physical Education Center (Building 7).

There will be two sessions on Financial Aid during the College Expo.  The first runs from 6:30pm – 7pm and the second from 7:15pm to 7:45pm.

CLC also offers a series of Transfer College Days for students transferring to a four year college.

For more information about the College Expo, call (847) 543-2090.

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Halloween Costumes and Ideas

By on October 8, 2012 in Lifestyle, Recreation, Special Event

Costumes for individuals using wheelchairs, or those with sensory issues can be challenging to create.  Below are a couple of ideas that might inspire you and make your Halloween more fun!

One Place for Special Needs has a great page of ideas to share.  This Naperville-based company is a rich resource for many concerns.   Several of the links below come from their newsletter.

Pictures of costumes with wheels are here.    Christopher & Dana Reeves Foundation also have ideas.

Wendy on Wheels is also sharing great costume ideas. 

Pictures of costumes fitting those with sensory issues are here.

Blogger Hartley Steiner has a great discussion of how she prepares for Halloween with her kids

Readers are invited to post pictures or links to websites about costumes and Halloween in the comments section below.

 

 

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Directions Fair Tonight – D114

By on October 2, 2012 in Education, Post Transition, Special Event

 

Tonight’s  Directions Fair  focuses on post-secondary options for students with special needs.  There will be a Fair in the field house and breakout sessions.  The Directions Fair is from 6:00pm until 8:30pm at Forest View Educational Center, 2121 South Goebbert Rd in Arlington Heights.

The Fair will run continuously with exhibitors from 25+ programs for special needs students.  These programs represent a variety of approaches to post-secondary education and reach for different kinds of students.   Programs  include Life Skills Training, Career Training, Community Colleges and Universities.  A list of exhibitors is here.

Breakout sessions will take place concurrently with the Fair.  The breakout sessions correspond to the four kinds of programs listed above.   Details are shown on the flyer. 

The event is sponsored by the Northwest Council for Educational Success.  For more information contact Lyndsay Janura,  ljanura@barrington220.org, 847-842-3498.   The URL for the event is  http://www.d214.org/directions

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