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OCI Therapy 5K benefitting IATP
2024-10-12 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Chicago) | Rochester Community Park, 90 Wild Rose Lane, Rochester, Illinois, Rochester, IL, 62563, United States
Come join OCI Therapy and experience the thrill of a 5K race while supporting the Illinois Assistive Technology Program at the Rochester Community Park! Dust off your running shoes and mark your calendars for a remarkable event that combines fitness, community, and a noble cause.
On race day, join a vibrant community of participants, united in their commitment to make a positive impact on the lives of others. Exchange smiles and words of encouragement with fellow runners as you all approach the 8:00 am start time. Check-in will begin at 7:00 am by the Snack Bar/Pavilion.
Giveaways include a one of a kind OCI Therapy 5K t-shirt that commemorates your participation and support.
Overall and Age Bracket awards will be in 10-year brackets for both men and women participants. First place overall female and male runners will also receive a $25 gift card to the Springfield Running Center!
Don’t want to run, but still want to support the cause? Feel free to hit the “Donate” tab! We hope to see you on race day!
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Special Education Basics & Access to Assistive Tech in School
2025-01-16 18:00 - 19:15 | https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85316638554?pwd=[REDACTED]
Join Us for a Zoom Presentation On: Special Education Basics
What is AT and AAC?
Laws Protecting AAC in School
Tips for Using AAC in School
Hosted by: Vanessa Aceves – Equip for Equality
Linda Prewitt – IATP
Click the Zoom link below to register for this event.
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IATP at ATIA
2025-01-30 - 2025-02-01 | Orlando World Marriot, World Center Drive 8701, Orlando, FL, 32821, United States
A team from IATP will be attending the ATIA Conference in Orlando, Florida this year! If you’d like more information on what we do, reach out and schedule a meeting while we are attending!
Connect. Discover. Inspire!
ATIA 2025 is where the assistive technology community will gather, January 30–February 1, in Orlando, Florida and virtually! Over the past 25 years, the ATIA conference has been the leading community-building and learning event for all things AT.
CONNECT with thousands of assistive technology practitioners, teachers, parents, caregivers, persons with disabilities, and more.
DISCOVER new technologies, opportunities, and creative ideas that support the power of the AT community.
INSPIRE and empower one another as you engage in authentic, thought-provoking, and collaborative (and fun!) experiences that will shape a better future for persons with disabilities.

WISE Webinar
2025-04-07 14:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-30 18:00 - 19:00, 2025-05-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-05-22 10:00 - 11:00 | http://url2910.iltech.org/ls/click?upn=u001.t1OzJSjG6mT8ztRlSlk-2Bdr3Q8mHL863-2FTP4Dw-2BKLCiren0CAkgFjEKneEs3p6hamcBjaQKY8dQLROzeBFCQjH9Kf-2FJ540warx7T1-2FxFG9S4UpQSfHi1Zxuze-2BHH1Boj3ew7R_1v7c6cqwS9moJz7nYqA3U2azXBlwAn8xjLYRqXeY7PTt19P-2BxN1ZE4wAutsPsep1gGfLR4aMQeoLPRX3MBChJ8Xxze7P2jQudc5PG4Pc58Sd56JN2jlLEF-2BgEuhnHuX422T45WKj0sZFELbB-2Fle8IB5R4uMxd2Nbicx-2BThX8WHAzi-2BnL10GayR9F2maFlNwLuKEBcHKQxGH83LY9j1Mi5w-3D-3D
Are you interested in learning about how work will affect your Social Security disability benefits? The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) – Work Incentive Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program has partnered with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation (DRS) to host free online Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) webinars. WISE webinars can help you and your family members learn about the Ticket to Work Program and Social Security work incentives. To make WISE webinars more convenient for our beneficiaries and their families, we host them multiple times a month, day and evening.
Join the Zoom link at the start of the date and time you want to attend.

Arc of Illinois 75th Annual Convention
2025-04-22 - 2025-04-23 | Marriot Hotel, Normal, 201 Broadway Avenue, Normal, IL, 61761, United States
The Arc of Illinois is celebrating 75 Years of Brilliance. IATP will have a booth on both days in their exhibit hall. IATP’s Director of Training, Jessica Schuyler-Weir will present on April 23 from 2:15 to 3:00 p.m. on the programs and services the Illinois Assistive Technology Program offers. Click here to register for the ARC of Illinois 75th Annual Convention

Springfield Pride Fest
2025-05-17 12:00 - 18:00 | Download Springfield, Illinois, 6th street, Springfield, IL, 62701, United States
Springfield Pride Fest will have over 100 vendors, great entertainment, great food and drinks, a fun-filled family area, youth and teen talent shows, pride merchandise, and MORE! Stop by and see IATP at their booth!

Central Illinois Senior Celebration
2025-05-21 09:00 - 14:00 | Orr Building – Illinois State Fairgrounds, East Sangamon Avenue, Springfield, IL, 62702, United States
IATP will be exhibiting at the Central Illinois Senior Celebration at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Stop by to see assistive technology in person!

Low Vision Technology Fair
2025-06-04 09:00 - 14:00 | Christ The King Parish Hall, Barberry Drive, Springfield, IL, 62704, United States
Presented by Illinois Assistive Technology Program & Mary Bryant Home for the Blind and Visually Impaired
The central and southern Illinois Low Vision Technology Fair is a free event for individuals who experience any type of vision loss and/or blindness. Unfortunately, many people are unaware of the devices and services available to help them. This Fair brings together vendors, medical experts, and social service agencies to share information and resources with those who experience vision loss, their families, friends, caregivers, teachers, and others.
If you would like more information about assistive technology for seniors and individuals with disabilities, please contact IATP. We have a Demonstration Center in Springfield where individuals can see and try specific devices and are always happy to answer questions. If you would like more information about services provided by Mary Bryant Home, please call 217-529-1611

School Team Transition Success: Understanding Key Resources
2025-06-17 08:00 - 12:30 | IATP, 701 North Walnut Street, Springfield, IL, 62702, United States
Join us for a powerful half-day session designed to empower school teams with the tools and knowledge they need to support students with disabilities as they prepare for life after high school.
Introduction to PUNS – What it is, why it matters, and how to ensure students and families have the needed information to navigate the systemMedicaid Home and Community-Based Waiver Supports – Key processes and resourcesCharting the LifeCourse Tools – Planning for a good life, not just a serviceFacilitating Conversations About the Future – Promoting community engagement, inclusion, and self-determinationCreative Assistive Technology Programs – Using tech supports for student empowerment and independenceWho Should Attend?
School transition teams, special educators, parent/guardians, related service providers, administrators, and others supporting transition-aged students.
Register NowDoor Prize – iPad
Must be present to win!

Limited to 50 participants
Registration is required
PD Available

Hosted By
The Arc of Illinois Ligas Family Advocate Program – Annie Bruno & Jerin Olson
Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center – Megan Mutti, Abbi Mars, Karrie Potter
Illinois Assistive Technology Program – Jessica Schuyler-Weir

School Team Transition Success: Understanding Key Resources

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Abilities Expo - Chicago
2025-06-20 - 2025-06-22 | Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center, Thoreau Drive North, Schaumburg, IL, 60173, United States
Abilities Expo brings you life-changing opportunities. It’s products and tech. It’s the chance to play quad rugby, climb an all-inclusive climbing wall, meet a mini horse and connect with others in the disability community.

AAC Summer Workshop
2025-08-05 - 2025-08-06 | IATP, 701 North Walnut Street, Springfield, IL, 62702, United States
This 2-day, hybrid (virtual and in-person) AAC Summer Workshop will offer various speakers from various backgrounds to help you enhance and grow your skills regarding AAC. The workshop courses will be for everyone, including beginner to advanced AAC professionals, teachers, Speech-Language Pathologists, parents, Paraprofessionals, and anyone wanting to learn more about AAC.
Tuesday, August 5th (Hybrid) 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
AAC and Literacy
Savanna Brittlebank, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
Register10:45 AM - 11:45 AM
AAC in Schools
Caitlyn Smith
Register1:15 PM - 2:45 PM
Gestalt Language Processing and AAC Use
Angi Martin, Ed.D., CCC/SLP-A
Register3:00 PM - 4:15 PM
Switch Making Workshop
Lynette Strode and Robin Richard
RegisterWednesday, August 6th (Virtual Only) 8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
AAC with Emergent Communicators
Andrea Winfrey, M.A. CCC-SLP and Claire Parrent, M.S. CCC-SLP
Register10:15 AM - 11:15 AM
CVI and AAC
Joy Hyzny, Assistive Technology Specialist
Register11:30 AM - 12:15 PM
Mental Health in the AAC Community
Stephanie Fassov, M.A.
Register1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
AAC Computer Control Features
Brittney Bourgeois, M.A. CCC-SLP
Register

IATP at the Illinois State Fair
2025-08-07 10:00 - 2025-08-17 17:00 | Illinois Building – Illinois State Fair Grounds, East Sangamon Avenue, Springfield, IL, 62702, United States
Join IATP in the air-conditioned Illinois Building throughout the Illinois State Fair.

Senior Day at the Illinois State Fair
2025-08-11 10:00 - 17:00 | Illinois Building – Illinois State Fair Grounds, East Sangamon Avenue, Springfield, IL, 62702, United States

Caring Together, Living Better by AgeOptions
2025-08-16 11:00 - 14:00 | Sheet Metal Workers’ Local Union 73, 4550 Roosevelt Rd, Hillside, IL, 60162, United States
Summer Spark: Resources to Brighten Your Caregiving Journey
Are you a family member, spouse, neighbor or friend providing care someone else? You are a caregiver! Join us for a full day of learning empowerment in a summertime resource fair. Enjoy refreshments entertainment among a community of supporters and service providers.
Learn More About:

Support Services
Legal and Financial Planning
Healthcare Community Resources
Building a Caregiver Toolkit
Resources for Grandparents and Children

Summer Spark: Resources to Brighten Your Caregiving Journey Fair
2025-09-12 10:00 - 13:00 | PAV YMCA, 2947 S. Oak Park Ave., Berwyn, IL, 60402, United States
IATP will have a booth at the event aimed at reaching caregivers (of all ages) within the community and connecting them with valuable local community resources.

Celebrate Blind Awareness with Educational Center for the Visually Impaired
2025-09-13 10:00 - 14:00 | Southwind Park, 4965 S. 2nd Street, Springfield, IL, 62703, United States
Obstacle Course, kite flying, archery demo, 1K race, food truck, and vendors – IATP will have a booth showcasing Assistive Technology.
For more details contact the Educational Center for the Visually Impaired at 217-303-9062 or email info@edcentervi.org.

Conquer MG Resource Fair
2025-09-13 13:00 - 16:00 | Parkway Christian Church, 2700 Lindbergh Blvd., Springfield, IL, 62704, United States
IATP will have a booth at this event targeted to individuals, family members, and caregivers who are impacted by Myasthenia Gravis
For more information call (800) 888-6208 or email info@myastheniagravis.org

Disabilities Resource Fair
2025-09-18 09:00 - 12:00 | Fountainview Rec Center, 910 N. Gary Ave, Carol Stream, IL, 60188, United States
Community Fair is being hosted by Senator Seth Lewis, Rep. Jennifer Sanalitro and Rep. Amy Grant. Open to the public. IATP will have a table at the fair.

Caseyville Fall Festival
2025-09-18 09:30 - 14:00 | Caseyville Township Senior Center, 10001 Bunkum Road, Fairview Heights, IL, 62208, United States
IATP will have a booth at the Fall Festival focusing on Seniors. For more info or to RSVP by September 11th, Phone 618-398-6248.

Lifescape Senior Expo
2025-09-20 09:00 - 14:00 | Rock Valley College PEC Center, 3301 N. Mulford Road, Rockford, IL, 61101, United States
Annual event targeting adults 60 and over, caregivers and family members. 70 booths, presentations, flu shot vaccination clinic and more. Focus this year on caregivers.
IATP will have a booth at the event.

Laremont School’s Special Needs Resource Fair & Fall Festival/Trunk or Treat
2025-10-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Laremont School, 17934 Gages Lake Road, Gages Lake, IL, 60030, United States
The Resource Fair and Fall Fest will be held inside of Laremont. Trunk or Treat will be held in the Laremont Parking Lot. In the event of rain, everything will be inside of Laremont.
Come visit the IATP SLPs at this event. Have fun playing accessible games. Learn about different organizations and business. Participate in a sensory friendly trunk or treat. Decorate pumpkins. Enjoy food and fun. Win raffle prizes.
Admission is free.
For more information or to become a vendor, email Andre Probst at APROBST@SEDOL.US. To be part of the Trunk or Treat, email Eileen Shaughnessy at ESHAUGHNESSY@SEDOL.US.

Accessibility Resource Fair
2025-10-04 10:00 - 14:00 | JLM Life Center, 2622 W Jackson Blvd, Chicago, IL, 60612, United States
Meet with organizations providing disability resources and services!

Illinois Technical Assistance Projects 2nd Annual Fall Virtual Institute
2025-10-10 08:00 - 15:05 | Illinois
Attention School Administrators and Staff!
IATP SLPs will present: “Overview of AAC for Students with Communication Impairments and Implementation Ideas” (under Session 3 at 12:55 PM)
Register Here: https://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0111-0030-4d7763cb448a4ceda3f6809793816b8d

Family Matters PTIC Virtual Special Education Parent Summit
2025-10-15 - 2025-10-17 | Illinois
Join us for the 2025 Family Matters PTIC Virtual Special Education Parent Summit on October 15–17! This FREE three-day event features expert-led sessions in English and Spanish on conflict resolution, guardianship, assistive technology, behavioral supports, transition planning, and much more. Families, self-advocates, and professionals will gain tools, resources, and strategies to navigate special education with confidence.
SPEAKERS
We are excited to welcome from:

Equip for Equality – Amanda Klemas
Arc of Illinois Family Advocate Program – Ruth Aguilar
Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission – Laura Hart and Emma Dorantes
Blackburn and Beyond – Jamie Emmons
Illinois State Board of Education – Sherry Bochenek
Illinois Assistive Technology Program – Jessica Schuyler-Weir
Illinois Elevating Special Educators – Stephanie Woodley
Think College – Caroline Billeaudeau
UIC Assistive Technology Program – Dr. Angelica Perez
GG Interpreting Services – Gladys Guerra
Family Matters PTIC – Abbi Mars, Karrie Potter, Consuelo Puente and Megan Mutti

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
You must register for each day separately. Note that day 3 is delivered in Spanish.
Day One – Participant RegistrationDay Two – Participant RegistrationDay Three – Participant Registration

Family Matters PTIC Event Materials

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Disability Resource Expo
2025-10-18 11:00 - 16:00 | Market Place Mall, 2000 N. Neil St., Champaign, IL, 61820, United States
Stop by IATP’s booth – This expo provides resources and information from a wide variety of agencies and organizations to promote a better quality of life for people with disabilities
For more information, contact the Expo Steering Committee: https://www.disabilityresourceexpo.org/contact-us/

Simplifying Cooking with Assistive Technology
2025-10-28 14:00 - 16:30 | Illinois
Register HereOverview
Daily meal preparation is challenging for nearly everyone—it can be complicated, time-sensitive, and physically demanding. While a disability can make cooking for yourself feel even more overwhelming, a simple tool or strategy can often be all it takes to make it easier, safer, and much less stressful. In this discussion live from the Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) Tech Kitchen, we’ll show examples of a wide variety of low- and high-tech assistive kitchen tool options. These include: commercially available adaptive tools, creative uses and modifications for standard tools, individualized fabrication of tools, and tools that use voice control and AI features.
ASL interpreters and captioning will be available for the the live event.
Learning Objectives

Identify at least ten different kitchen tools or tool adaptations that may increase access to safe meal preparation.
Identify at least two possibilities for tool acquisition.
Identify at least one strategy for the prevention of tool abandonment.

Strand(s)
AT for Physical Access and Participation; Aging & AT
Target Audience
AT Specialists; Caregivers; Consumers/Individuals with Disabilities; Consultants/Trainers; Curriculum and Instruction Individuals; Disability Services; Educators; Faculty/Instructors – Higher Education; Family Members; Government/Non-Profit Agencies; Occupational Therapists; Paraprofessionals; Physical Therapists; Rehabilitation Counselors; Speech-Language Pathologists; Special Education Educators; Teachers of the Visually Impaired; Teachers of the Deaf/Hard of Hearing; Transition Coordinators; Visual Impairment Specialists; Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists
Experience Level
Introductory
Content Area
Professional Area
Session Delivery Format
Live stream presentation on October 28, 2025, from 3-4:30 pm EST
Continuing Education Credits
For Satisfactory Completion and Continuing Education information, please visit: ATIA Learning Center CEUs
This course is offered for the following CE Provider Credits:
IACET
For: 0.15 CEU Units or 1.5 CEU Hours.
Speaker/s:
Elizabeth Wright
Illinois Assistive Technology Program, Tech Kitchen Coordinator/Chef Instructor
BIOGRAPHY
Elizabeth Wright is a professionally trained chef with a background in culinary and hospitality management. She also holds the Assistive Technology Professional certification. She joined Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) as the Chef Instructor in 2022 to assist in the development of the Tech Kitchen, a program designed to aid independence in meal preparation in the home through the use of assistive technology.
Relevant Financial and Non-Financial Relationships: Receives salary from employment at Illinois Assistive Technology Program.
Callie Estes
Illinois Assistive Technology Program, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant
BIOGRAPHY
Callie Estes is a Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant that holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Concordia University in Mequon, WI. She is currently pursuing her graduate studies in Occupational Therapy at North Central College in Naperville, IL. She joined the Illinois Assistive Technology Program in 2024 as a full-time Tech Kitchen staff member, where she supports individuals in building skills for greater independence in the kitchen through the use of adaptive tools, strategies, and assistive technology.

Illinois Statewide Transition Conference
2025-10-30 08:00 - 2025-10-31 17:00 | Crowne Plaza, South Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL, 62703, United States
The conference will highlight best practices for promoting effective, person-centered transition planning that prepares youth with disabilities for all aspects of adult life. Attendees will have access to informative sessions covering key areas, including Education, Employment, Community, and Health Care. Additionally, we are excited to offer presentations on transition-related topics in Spanish.
