The 2nd Annual Catch- 22 Resource Venue
About this Event
Do you know what to do before & after your child or loved one with a disability graduates from the special education system to avoid being in a catch-22? Every Step of the Way Resource Center is hosting the 2nd Annual Catch-22 Resource. Join ESW for the 1ST of its kind public resource fair in the Chicago proper area exclusively for individuals with disabilities ages 18 & up. The purpose of this resource fair is to provide various essential community resources specific to adults with intellectual, developmental, & mental health disabilities in one setting, since many resources become minimal starting at age 18 & when special education entitlements end at age 22. Adults with disabilities, parents, guardians, caregivers, family, & friends of adults with disabilities, & professionals who serve adults with disabilities are highly encouraged to attend. Parents & guardians of individuals with disabilities who are middle & high school age are encouraged to attend to prepare for transitioning & aging out of the special education system. All are welcome, since some services are across the lifespan. This event will be held at the Ridge Park District Fieldhouse located at 1817 W. 96th Street (off 96th & Longwood Ave) Chicago, IL. 60643 from 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.The leading agencies & community resource & business vendors from the city, state, & Chicago suburbs will be in the building to give out free resources & items for adults with intellectual, developmental, & mental health disabilities. This event is FREE to attendees.
Attendees can expect....
- Resources from leading state agencies, community organizations, & businesses that serve adults with intellectual, developmental, & mental health disabilities ages 18-59
- Community resources for parents & professionals to prepare transition age youth 14-22 for aging out of the special education system
- Live workshops (to be announced)
- Secondary Transition Planning presentation & activity for parents & professionals of individuals with disabilities ages 14-22 ( Family Matters PTIC)
- Raffles (throughout the entire event)
- Food & snacks for purchase
- Networking opportunities
- Free photo booth pics
- & More (details are soon to follow)!
*IMPORTANT NOTES: PLEASE READ
*Only vendors from our vendor registration list will be allowed to distribute literature & materials to attendees at this event. Outside solicitation from vendors who are not registered for this event will be prohibited. If you are interested in vending at our eevent, please reach out to [email protected]
*Every Step of the Way Resource Center for Adults with Intellectual Disabilities NFP (ESW) will take pictures &/or video of attendees, which will be published on ESW's website & social media platforms. If you do not wish to have your photo &/or video taken of you &/or your loved ones, please inform the photographer/videographer that you do not wish to have your image captured.
ATTENTION: Regional Transit Authority (RTA) will be on-site to provide information about RTA programs and services. When time allows, applications for the Reduced Fare, Ride Free, and the Access Pilot Program may be completed and submitted on-site through the RTA online portal, and applicants must bring all required documentation. While the card will not be issued the same day, it will be mailed directly to the applicant afterward. RTA CANNOT accept or take applications for processing after the event. If an application cannot be completed on-site, attendees may submit it by mail, at a registration site, or through the online portal.
Applicants will need to provide the required documentation below to the vendor ON THE DAY OF THE EVENT:
1a) Attached application, Pages 1-2 completed with the information of the applicant: Reduced-Fare-Application-240301-mk-v12.pdf
1b) The above attached application, Pages 3-4 completed by a professional. (This can be a teacher or case manager)/ Or any of the following other documents to provide proof of disability (SSI or SSDI benefit letter, Medicarecard, Disability ID Card) - Just one is needed
c) A copy of a non-expired state ID, driver’s license, Chicago City Key Card, or US Passport.
d) No pictures needed, as I will take them that day.
If you have any questions, please email [email protected].
Agenda
🕑: 10:30 AM - 10:30 AM
The Catch- 22 Resource Venue Begins
🕑: 11:00 AM - 11:25 AM
Welcome & Raffles
🕑: 11:30 AM - 02:00 PM
Live Workshops Begin: Details are soon to follow
🕑: 02:10 PM - 02:25 PM
Resource Venue Wrap up/ Raffles/ Thank Yous/ Goodbyes
🕑: 02:30 PM - 02:30 PM
Catch-22 Resource Venue Ends
Where is it happening?
Event Location & Nearby Stays:
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