Transition Planning Committee - TPC - Northern Illinois

06/15/2026

SUMMER ROUTINES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
Hosted by Easterseals ‘ Family Support
Services and Starnet Regions I & III
June 23, 2026
6:00 PM -7:00 PM
Virtual Event | Free to Attend
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An informative virtual training designed to help families navigate the transition from the school year to summer break.

06/13/2026

Artificial intelligence is no longer a concept from science fiction. It is already in our phones, our homes, our doctors' offices, and our workplaces — and for millions of people with disabilities, seniors, caregivers, and families navigating the healthcare and disability services landscape, AI is increasingly shaping what independent, accessible daily life looks like in 2026. Read the article for more info…

Discover how AI is transforming life for people with disabilities — from assistive tools and caregiving tech to new laws, ethical concerns, and key resources.

05/17/2026

What does the Ligas Consent Decree mean for individuals with IDD and families across Illinois?

Join the next 𝐆𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 and hear from Shirley Perez, Director of the Family Support Network & Family Advocate Program at The Arc of Illinois, as she shares helpful information and answers questions about the Ligas Consent Decree.

📅 May 20, 2026 | 6:00–7:00 PM
👉 Register: https://qr.link/47VDZw

Everyone is welcome to attend.

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05/14/2026

Receiving Social Security disability benefits (SSDI/SSI) and curious about how work could fit into your future? Join this month’s free WISE webinar on May 27th from 3 to 4:30pm to explore how the Ticket to Work (Ticket) Program and other Work Incentives can help you pursue employment with confidence and support.
Whether you are thinking about returning to work or starting a job for the first time, this webinar offers clear, reliable information to help you move forward. You will learn:
• What the Ticket Program is
• What Work Incentives are and how they can help you
• Ways the Ticket Program can support you on your path toward meaningful employment

📍Register here: https://choosework.ssa.gov/wise/

05/12/2026

One more hour!! Come see us!! Here till 6:00!

05/12/2026

Come fill out a short survey at our TPC Disability Resource Fair and have a chance at winning one of these awesome raffle baskets!

We are here at the City of Loves Park building (100 Heart Blvd) from 4-6 pm!

05/12/2026

Big thank you to the East High School PLUS Program for helping us setup the Resource Fair today!!

We hope to see many attend this evening. The event will be at the City of Loves Park building (100 Heart Blvd, Loves Park) today from 4-6 pm. We have 45 agencies who will be sharing resources with the community!!

04/30/2026

Check out our list of agencies who will be attending this year’s 2026 TPC Resource Fair! We hope to see families join us on May 12th to learn more about the services these agencies offer to those with disabilities!

11/25/2025

Did you know? A key requirement of Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is the obligation to provide reasonable accommodations.

A key requirement of Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is the obligation to provide reasonable accommodations. JAN's Workplace Accommodation Toolkit explains reasonable accommodation and other ADA terms and concepts. https://AskJAN.org/Toolkit/Reasonable-Accommodation-Basics.cfm

11/23/2025

Holidays can be challenging at times for individuals with autism - check out these tips to help you navigate the holidays.

Holidays can be a delightful yet challenging time for families, especially when a member of the family has ASD. These tips can help.