Guides, Links and Upcoming Events

DayOne Pact, Inc Resource Guide

http://dayonepact.org/community_service_links.php

Building Bridges to the Future Manual

Please click the link below to preview a very helpful resource guide when future planning.

English: Click Here

Spanish: Click Here

"The Book" by Robert Farley

Please click the link below to preview another resource guide. Focuses on Future Planning by an Attorney. Click Here

The DuPage Transition Planning Committee

The DCTP Committee is a group composed of representatives from the local special education co-ops, school districts, Department of Human Services-Division of Rehabilitation Services office, adult service providers, vocational coordinators, representatives of the business community, parents and clients. We meet to network, educate, learn, share and support services for individuals with disabilities. This group has banded together to improve the transition experience from high school to a successful adult life for young adults with disabilities. Most of the high schools, transition programs, and agencies that serve adults with disabilities in DuPage County are active members.

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Transition to Adulthood - Marion Joy Rehabilitation Hospital

Please click the link below to view helpful resources for parents of children with developmental disabilities and chronic diseases. Pertinent information on education, employment, living arrangements, government assistance, and recreation. Click Here

IPADD Unite

Website and forum for IL families of adults with I/DDs and allies, promoting information, news and advocacy around community living issues and opportunities.

Website: Click Here

Forum: Click Here

The Arc of Illinois

The Arc of Illinois and its chapters have always been in the forefront of strong advocacy positions for people with disabilities and their families. Much of the important legislation nationally and in Illinois is a direct result of the advocacy of The Arc. It is rare when any piece of public policy does not have the fingerprints of The Arc upon it. The Arc continues to be a strong grassroots organization with a rich membership of self-advocates, parents and professionals working together to achieve common goals. Click Here

Think College! College Options for People with Intellectual Disabilities

Website designed to easily help students and families exploring post-secondary and college options. State-by-State Guide, as well as many additional resources and publications.Click Here

Upcoming Events:

Annual Options Fair: The Options Fair offers students and their families with with an IEP or 504 Plan an opportunity to meet with colleges, universities, adult services agencies, and other organizations. The post-secondary schools will be represented by staff from their organization and available to provide details regarding the programs and services available.

Annual Options Fair Website Information - https://optionsfair.org/