Transition: Making it in the Real World

For Parents, Family Members, Community Members, and School Personnel

Planning Ahead- Future Finances and Supports

For Parents, Family Members, Community Members, and School Personnel

Our series will be held at the facilities of:

Christ Lutheran Church
14700 S 94th Ave
Orland Park, IL 60462

Thursday February 16th 6:00-7:30pm: Getting Legal Matters In Gear

Please RSVP by February 13th
Our featured speaker is Robert Farley. He has been providing legal representation to
individuals with disabilities and their families for over twenty years in support of the rights,
entitlements to adult and children's services, special education, the development of
customized estate plans and special needs trusts, guardianship, and public benefits. His
presentation will focus on the steps that need to be taken to obtain guardianship or power of
attorney and the importance of establishing special needs trusts.

Thursday March 23rd 6:00-7:30pm: Navigating the Financial Superhighway

Please RSVP by March 20th
Our featured speaker is Transition Outreach Specialist Sharon Butterfield from Park Lawns
Building Bridges to the Future Program. Her main focus is to advocate for and assist in
establishing eligibility for adult community services. She will get us rolling on how to get
started with getting on the PUNS List, securing Home-Based Services, and other funding
options.

There is no charge to attend. Free parking.

Seating is limited- No child care is provided.
Light refreshments will be provided.
Register via Email: nextstep@swcccase.org
By Phone: 708-342-5323
Presenters require a minimum number of participants and can reserve the right to cancel due to low attendance