The Many Hats We Wear, The Many Roles We Share - 2024 CFC Conference - scroll right to see category options! by Maria Matticks

DHS Questions - DHS.EIQuestions@illinois.gov

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To ask questions or share comments about our system, DHS has a direct email contact to receive those questions. DHS.EIQuestions@illinois.gov

Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD

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Greer Kirshenbaum, PhD

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2024 Conference Playlist

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Knowledge and Skills for SCs

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Kathy Snyder

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Kathy Snyder

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Kathy Snyder

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Kathy Snyder

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Dr. Ann-Louise Lockhart

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EveryDay Feels - Ann-Louise Lockhart

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KEYNOTE - Dr. Neha Sangwan

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Powered by Me - Dr. Neha Sangwan

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Lili Gray

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Knowledge and Skill for SC's

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Sadia Batool

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Find all the local Libraries!

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In addition to resources, most public libraries have activities for kids and adults. Most libraries offer programs for both younger and older folks. For kids, activities include everything from storytime to summer book clubs to crafts. For adults, you can look to your local library for book clubs, lectures and much more. Check your library’s website for a schedule.

https://www.careeronestop.org/LocalHelp/CommunityServices/find-libraries.aspx

This information is compiled and maintained by the Institute of Museum and Library Services and CareerOneStop.

Find your local Food Bank

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https://www.feedingamerica.org

Find free or reduced-cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.

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Fun from the EI Clearinghouse ---Find the 5 Words, Win a Fidget Toy!

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After you collect ALL 5 words from the
EI Clearinghouse slides, complete this form and win a FIDGET TOY!

C.I.T.Y. of Support - Chicagoland area

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Local Park Districts

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Often have wonderful children and family planned activities. Best to search by county or city.

A House In Austin - Empowering Parents to Shape Their Children's Futures.

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Located in Chicago

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www.211lakecounty.org

Hello Baby

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Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery - serving Sangamon County

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Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery provides free, 24-hour emergency childcare for children from birth until their 7th birthday.

EI Clearinghouse Tip Sheets

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How to access breakout rooms

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CFC Conference Resource Page

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https://blogs.illinois.edu/view/8546/1432306707

https://ilheadstart.org/

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Family Matters

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Parent Training and Information Center to serve 94 counties in Illinois, outside of the Chicago area. As a Parent Training and Information Center (PTIC), Family Matters provides information, referral, linkages, and training to parents, students with disabilities, and special education professionals. Through a toll-free helpline, individuals can get assistance with special education problems or concerns, obtain information, and request training opportunities. Our Educational Support Coaches offer free workshops on special education rights and responsibilities and related topics.

Fussy Baby Network

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Find your local YMCA

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Dupage Children's Museum

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https://dupagechildrens.org/

Find most Support Groups

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https://mhanational.org/

Parents as Teachers

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https://parentsasteachers.org

BCMW Community Service - Southern Illinois

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BCMW Community Services is a Community Action Agency (CAA) which covers the Illinois counties of Bond, Clinton, Marion and Washington as well as Franklin County for Head Start. BCMW is one of thirty-five Community Action Agencies (CAA) in Illinois. All 102 Illinois counties are covered by a CAA. CAA's provide anti-poverty programs to help stabilize the lives of low-income families and individuals through programs designed to reduce poverty and its manifested effects.

Home Visiting Programs in Illinois

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DSCC - Division of Specialized Care for Children

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988 Crisis Hotline

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de-influenced with Dani Austin

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Provider Connections

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We are working on creating a webpage just for Service Coordinators. What would you like to see on this page?

Finding Community Resources Toolbox

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IDHS is seeking public comment on proposed EI changes - please share this info with families and colleagues.

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The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is accepting public comments about proposed changes to the Early Intervention Program Administrative Code. The proposed changes specifically relate to the Family Fee Sliding Schedule, as well as adjustments to the language concerning the definitions of “Extended Services” and “At risk for substantial delay”.

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Archived DEC SC CoP webinar that reviewed KSSC scenarios

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This is a great resource developed by EITP on how SCs can partner with families through their journey in EI

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And a companion tool that can be shared with families

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Documentary: Free Solo

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Free Solo (references brain differences in adults and an incredible documentary): https://films.nationalgeographic.com/free-solo

Podcast: The Envelope

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The EI Guidebook For Families and Professionals:

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Revised/Updated edition

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EITP Resource Page on Child Development

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CDC resources

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ZTT

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1 page infographic that can be shared with families about the SC role

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You're Stronger Thank You Think: Peter Ubel

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Resource from Kathy Snyder in the 6 Ways to Well-Being

Kathy Snyder- Six Ways to Care For Your Wellbeing Playbook

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EITP Raffle winners

Judy Haley, CFC 2

Tanya Goślinowski, CFC 15

Bianca Ceballos, CFC 1

Agata Brantingham, CFC 6

Anna Archer, CFC 2

Asya Meriweather, CFC 5

Trinity Clardy, CFC 14

Martha Lopez, CFC 17

Kim Cattle, CFC 19

Sara Arnold, CFC 11

Provider Connections Raffle winner

Tracy Mega, CFC 25

EI Clearinghouse Raffle winners

Eva Kapuscik, CFC 6

Megan Myers, 24

EITAM Raffle winners

Patty Taylor, CFC 2

Lisa Gibson, CFC 15

Thanks by Robert Emmons:

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Resource from Kathy Snyder in the 6 Ways to Well-Being

Mindset: Carol Dweck

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Resource from Kathy Snyder in the 6 Ways to Well-Being

Love 2.0 Barb Frederickson

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Resource from Kathy Snyder in the 6 Ways to Well-Being

Strengths Based Workbook for Stress Relief

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Resource from Kathy Snyder in the 6 Ways to Well-Being

Burnout: Emily Nagoski

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Resource by Kathy Snyder from 6 Ways to Well-Being

Tiny Habits: BJ Fogg

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Resource from Kathy Snyder in the 6 Ways to Well-Being

EITP's Youtube Page

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Families can request a free meal for themselves or others.

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Congratulations to the Raffle Winners! But remember.....

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EVERYONE's a WINNER if you collect the 5 Words from the EIC slides...The EI Clearinghouse will send you a SUPER FUN fidget toy!

Dr. Naha Sangwan

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Dr. Naha Sangwan

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Dr. Neha Sangwan - Listening

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Dr. Neha Sangwan - Burnout

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Dr. Neha Sangwan - audio book gift

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Gift code -Illinois

Connect with Dr. Neha

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Connect with Neha on social media!

Pinterest — @doctorneha

Twitter — @doctorneha

TikTok — @doctor.neha

Instagram — @doctorneha

Linkedin — Neha Sangwan, M.D.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drnehasangwan/

Facebook — Neha Sangwan, M.D.

https://www.facebook.com/DrNehaSangwan

YouTube

https://youtube.com/c/Doctorneha

The Bible in a year

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Comedy Bang Bang

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Focus on the Family

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Addressing the "F" in IFSP: Writing Functional Family-Level Outcomes that Fill the Family’s Bucket!

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CHEAT SHEET for the EIC 5 WORDS GAME!

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Submit the 5 WORDS on the Google Form and WIN a Fidget TOY - https://forms.gle/7nJq3YovV3ySUgvg6

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The Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission receives calls from individuals and parents throughout the state trying to find answers and assistance regarding Special Education. Illinois Special Education is governed by both the federal law IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) and State Law (Illinois Administration Rule Part 226). Below are links to information starting with a Frequently Asked Questions document that answers the most commonly asked questions received by the SPED Collaborative Team along with a summary and law citation.

A great article about the imporance of small breaks from Heather Waters - Time management for SC

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Prepared for Parenthood

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The podcast is geared towards hopeful, expectant, and new parents with Little Ones up to age 5, as well as professionals who work with this population. But it's chock-full of fascinating information that anyone might benefit from and includes interviews with incredible experts in the field.