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Fri. Apr 18th, 2014 @ 7:00pm

This is an informal gathering where members can get together to talk about kids, events, topics, or just to laugh a lot. Can’t wait to see you there.  

 

Any questions or comments, please contact Todd Willoughby at 309-251-7695. 

 

Registration not required.

 

 

Thu. Apr 17th, 2014 @ 6:00pm

Join Family Matters PTIC and Marcfirst

 

At this FREE workshop you will learn about extended school year eligibility requirements, providing summer activities at home and in the community, resources for summer supports, and monitoring progress year round. 

 

Light refreshments will be provided. 
 
PRESENTER: Tiffiany Leischner 
2.5 CPDUs Available for Educators. 
 

 

 

Tue. Apr 15th, 2014 @ 6:00pm

Enjoy an informal evening of casual conversation with other grandparents.

 

No registration required.

Sun. Apr 13th, 2014 @ 3:00pm

For more information, e-mail:   [email protected] 

 

Fri. Apr 11th, 2014 @ 9:00am

This is a very informal, relaxed social time for newer parents to meet other families and little ones with Down syndrome. Coffee, juice and snacks will be served, and there will be take 
home gifts for all of the kids. 

 

Please call Milly for additional information at 309-231-3689 
 
Sponsored by HOIDSA and EP!C Early Intervention 

 

 

Wed. Apr 9th, 2014 @ 6:00pm

Equipping Minds Conference 
Strengthening Cognitive Abilities Through a 
Multi-Disciplinary Approach 
April 9-11, 2014 
 

World Renown Guest Speakers Joining Us:  
Dr. David Martin, PhD, Co-Author, Developing Minds: A Resource for Teaching Thinking 
 
Rafaele Joundry, Author, Why Aren't I Learning?  

Dr. Tracy Alloway, PhD, Author, The Working Memory Advantage:  Train Your Brain to Function Stronger, Smarter, and Faster 
 
Host Presenters: …

Sat. Apr 5th, 2014 @ 9:00am

Join us for a light-hearted approach to learning about sensory processing (i.e. why do kids do the goofy things they do), including an introduction to the major concepts and how sensory processing challenges influence development, learning, and most importantly, relationships. Sensory processing is not just for children with Autism; it is appropriate for all diagnoses, including deafblind and ADHD. Ideas and strategies will be provided that can be used by …

Fri. Apr 4th, 2014 @ 9:30am

By Andrea Marwah, President of Hands and Voices, Outreach Consultant Trainer for Hearing and Vision Early Intervention Outreach and Illinois School for the Deaf Outreach, and a Parent Guide for Illinois Guide By Your Side.   

Training for parents who: 

  • Have children with a disability who will enter or are currently in a public school 
  • Want the most appropriate education services for their child with special needs 
    Want to know their rights …