Offering informational sessions on topics relevant to people with disabilities.

Services for People with Disabilities (SFPD) hosts Community Education, a platform that offers presentations on topics relevant to people with disabilities, their families and caregivers, professionals, and the larger community. Community Education aims to enhance understanding of issues that affect people with disabilities and promote inclusion within the larger community.

We invite presenters of all abilities to contribute to Community Education. Those interested in presenting on topics relevant to people with disabilities are welcome to complete the Request for Presenters form (PDF) and email to Kathryn Dougherty. Requests for presentations are accepted on a rolling basis and are scheduled year-round. Currently, presentations are held virtually. 

For more information on presenting through Community Education, please contact Kathryn Dougherty at 773.765.3158.

Past Community Education topics have included:

  • What is Customized Employment?
  • Interview Tips and Tricks
  • Inclusion in Faith Communities
  • Bereavement Experiences of Individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities
  • Being Your Child’s Best Advocate: A two-part series on advocacy in Early Intervention and Special Education systems
  • PUNS, Understanding Changes and Moving Between Waiver Services
  • Understanding Guardianship

For current offerings and to register, please check the JCFS Chicago calendar.