Wednesday, September 19, 2012

All About IEPs

Spectrum Support will sponsor the following evening workshop on October 12.

ALL ABOUT IEP’S

"We hope you can make it to our first FREE educational seminar on Friday, October 12th, at 6:00 pm.

"Presented by Elizabeth Hooper, MA, Elizabeth is an educational consultant and advocate. We are excited to have her come to the center for this free parent seminar.

"With a Masters in Special Education and work experience as a special education teacher and behavior intervention case manager, she knows the inside story of how to work the school system so your child gets the supports they need in the classroom.

"Come to learn about current laws, behavioral supports and to ask questions.

"We hope you all can attend. Please RSVP to tmbr@spectrumsupportllc.com, if you plan to attend."

Spectrum Support is located at 1575 West Lake Shore Drive, Woodstock. From U.S. 14, turn north at the traffic light by Culver's. Then take your first left (opposite Culver's driveway).

Sunday, September 9, 2012

Family Challenge - a 2-night event

FamiliesETC and OMNI Youth Services are sponsoring a "Family Challenge" as a two-night workshop on September 18 and September 27.

The goal is to increase family communication, cooperation, learn new problem-solving skills, and build trust. Trained staff members will facilitate the activities and discussions. Dinner will be provided. There is no cost to attend.

The first night of the Family Challenge is Tuesday, September 18. It continues on Thursday, September 27. Participants are to attend both nights. The workshop hours are 5:00-9:00PM, and the program will be conducted at 620 Dakota Street, Crystal Lake, Ill.
One 18-year-old past participant said about the Challenge, "I’m an 18 year old son, and
this experience brought my mom and I closer together and it was really fun!"

For more information and to register, contact Teri Lindahl at tlindahl@familiesetc.org or 815.308.0861