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The Arc of Illinois 73rd Annual Convention will be presented in a hybrid format!
In-Person: The Convention will be held at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Lisle, IL. As an in-person attendee, you'll be able to hear from speakers in person, visit with our sponsors and exhibitors, view the silent auction items and art exhibit, and meet your fellow attendees. You have the option to attend the breakout session of your choice.
Virtual: The Convention will be presented using Zoom Webinar. As a virtual attendee, you'll be able to join the live stream of the keynote and plenary presentations, and have access to the Convention website with information on the sponsors, exhibitors, silent auction, and art exhibit. Only two breakout sessions per time slot will be available to Zoom attendees.
NEW this year! A track of breakout sessions will be presented in Spanish.
Wednesday, April 19, 2023 - 10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
"My Disability Roadmap for an Inclusive Life"
Presented Virtually by Dan and Samuel Habib
Before Samuel Habib was diagnosed with a disability at age 1, the Habib family rarely thought about the inclusion of people with disabilities. Since then, they have advocated for Samuel’s inclusion nearly every day – in their schools, city, and even in their extended family. Now Samuel is leading the advocacy charge for his own life. Samuel, 21, is a student at his local
community college in Concord, New Hampshire. In high school, Samuel was on the school yearbook staff, the school television station, and played “Unified Sports” track, basketball, and soccer. Samuel is working towards a career as a multi-media storyteller in film and other mediums. Yet he still faces challenges on many levels due to his rare GNAO1 neurodevelopmental disorder, including periodic seizures, movement disorders, hospitalizations, fatigue and the inaccessible homes of his extended family and friends. Samuel and Dan Habib will share their new short film, My Disability Roadmap, and discuss how they have tried to build a culture of inclusion in their family, school district, and community, and plan for a full adult life as Samuel enters his 20’s.
Thursday, April 20, 2023 - 10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
"Federal Policy and Individual Advocacy - A Place for All”
Presented by Marty Ford
Marty Ford is one of the nationally recognized leaders in federal public policy affecting people with disabilities, with over 35 years of experience in long term services and supports, Medicaid, and Social Security disability issues. She has testified numerous times before Congress, has been a resource to the press, and a mentor to many throughout her years of work on behalf of people with IDD. What many people do not know is that the inspiration behind her years of tireless advocacy is her brother, Jud, and her family’s journey to support him at home when the common recommendation by physicians was to send him to an institution. Marty will share her family’s journey to support Jud, including how this impacted her career trajectory, and how The Arc has impacted the lives of many as a result of her work. Afterward, Marty will sit down with Amie Lulinski for Q &A.
- 10 CEUs available for Clinical Professional Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, Nursing Home Administrator, Social Worker, Occupational & Physical Therapists, and QIDPs.
- Silent Auction and Art Exhibit will open on April 13, 2023 at 12:00 pm and close at 3:00 pm on April 20th - Link Coming Soon!
- Participants canceling their registration at least 72 hours before the convention may be given a refund, less $50 administrative cost. No refund will be given for cancellation less than 72 before the convention.
Visit the Annual Convention Website for more information!
Wednesday, April 19, 2023
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
In Person Only: Registration, Continental Breakfast, Visit with Exhibitors
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. - Breakout Sessions (choose one)
10:30 - 10:45 a.m.
PRESIDENT'S WELCOME: Leanne Mull, Board President, The Arc of Illinois (Live Streamed)
10:45 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.
1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
2:00 - 3:00 p.m. - Breakout Sessions (choose one)
Transmisión en Vivo, En Español : Angélica Dávila, Amalia Montoya, Luis Ovalle, and Miguel Saucedo - Grupo Salto
3:30 - 4:30 p.m. - Breakout Sessions (choose one)
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Thursday, April 20, 2023
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
In Person Only: Registration, Continental Breakfast, Visit with Exhibitors
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Breakout Sessions (choose one)
Transmisión en Vivo, En Español : Jose Ovalle and Matie Ovalle - Grupo Salto, and Rocio Perez - The Arc of Illinois
10:30 - 10:45 a.m.
WELCOME: Amie Lulinski, Executive Director, The Arc of Illinois
10:45 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
1:00 - 1:30 p.m.
PLENARY PRESENTATION Presented by Sarah Myerscough-Mueller, Interim Director, Division of Developmental Disabilities
1:45 - 2:45 p.m. - Breakout Sessions (choose one)
"Supported Decision Making"
Transmisión en Vivo, En Español : Maria Castillo - Family Resource Center on Disabilities and Consuelo Puente - Family Matters Parent and Training Information Center
3:00 - 4:00 p.m. - Breakout Sessions (choose one)
" Understanding and Supporting individuals with Autism who demonstrate behavioral concerns "
Transmisión en Vivo, En Español : Dr. Cesar Ochoa-Lubinoff - Rush Children' s Hospital
We hope you enjoy the 73rd Annual Convention. Visit the Convention website for more information!
Browse and enjoy all the marvelous artwork in our 22nd Annual Art Exhibit. Cast your vote on your favorite work of art! - Coming Soon!
Place your bids in our online Silent Auction! - Coming Soon!
Thank you to our Sponsors!
VIP Sponsor
Keynote Sponsors
Champion Sponsors
Media Sponsor
Inclusion Sponsors
S U P P O R T U S
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If you have any special needs, please contact Becca Schroeder at . Notice of any special accommodations are required TWO WEEKS prior to the event. Please indicate on the registration form if you need a special accommodation.