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Workforce Services Livingston Workforce Services provides employment assistance to:
- persons who have lost their jobs through closings or layoffs
- low-income individuals working or not
- youth ages 14 to 24, with a barrier to employment
Services include scholarship opportunities, paid internships, and job search assistance. They are offered at no cost to qualified
individuals.
Workforce services can aid qualifying individuals with assistance for education/training towards high growth, in demand
occupations. Funding is designed to train people in short-term certificate or associates degree programs. Scholarships may be
awarded up to $12,000 and training may be approved for up to 3 years. The grant is easy, at no cost, and would potentially give
students the opportunity for further education.
Training Assistance is available for: · Allied Health: CNA, LPN and RN -Criminal Justice - HVAC
· Welding -Automotive - Industrial Electrical Technology
· Administrative and Business - Truck Driving - And Many More
Transition “You have brains in your head. You have feet in your shoes.
You can steer yourself any direction you choose.” ― Dr. Seuss, Oh, The Places You'll Go!
What is Transition Talk? This Newsletter is a joint venture between Livingston County Special Services Unit (LCSSU) and the Livingston County Transition Planning Committee (TPC). It is intended to be a source of information, discussion, and current practice in the field of transition services, and is being distributed to families, schools and local businesses involved with our special education students in Livingston County. As students with IEPs reach the age of 14 ½, a legal process begins called “Transition Planning”. This is a time with students’ preferences, interests and wishes are considered in planning a road map from school to adulthood. While most 14 year old students do not know what road they wish to follow, they can, nevertheless, begin setting goals, making choices and using self- management skills. As student move into high school, their transition plans become more refined and curricula choices often reflect a vocational and/or an academic focus. Knowing where to live, where to continue an education, and where to access community resources are all a part of planning a “Transition Talk”. We hope that this newsletter serves as a useful resource for you in your transition process!
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IN THE SPOTLIGHT:
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What is PUNS?
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Spring | 2019
Training is offered at community colleges, trade schools or
career centers throughout the State. Please visit
https://livingstonworkforcesverices5.weebly.com/
Contact Allyson Saxton for more information.
211 E. Madison Room 222 Pontiac IL 61764
* 309-268-8280
Coffee Anyone?
➢ PUNS stands for
Prioritization of Urgency of
Need for Services.
➢ PUNS is a list of the people
in Illinois with developmental
disabilities who need services.
It is for everyone who may need
help from the government to
pay for developmental
disability services now or in the
future.
Have questions about PUNS?
Call Illinois Life Span at
1-800-588-7002
or www.illinoislifespan.org
You can also call DHS at 1-888-
DD-PLANS.
If you want more information
about PUNS or Home-Based
Services,
Go to the Family Support
Network at
www.familysupportnetwork.org
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Often, when you see Prairie
Central Teachers, Kim
Hasty and Katie Ricketts,
they will be supervising their
students at their classroom-
based business, Coffee
Express. It is exciting to
see how streamlined this
process is due to all of the
hard work and dedication
that Kim and Katie have put
in to preparing the students
in their classroom for the
world of work.
In fact, Kim and
Katie recently presented
at the Career and
Technical Conference in
Tinley Park to share their
experience. It was a
wonderful presentation
that kept the audience
engaged and asking
questions.
Kim and Katie
showed the correlation of
the IEP goals and
components of the CTE
standards that drive their
activities. They
demonstrated how the
tasks required to run.
Coffee Express are
differentiated to meet the
skill levels of each and
every student in their class.
This presentation was so
well received that they have
been asked to present at
another conference to
address collaboration
between special education
and career and technical
classes.
The members of
the TPC and the LCSSU
Transition Team would like
to commend Kim and Katie
on all of the things they do
to provide vocational skills
to their students.
More about PUNS PUNS is the first step toward getting services in Illinois. If you are not on the PUNS list, you are not on the
waiting list for services.
To get on PUNS, you need to set up a date to meet with a Pre-Admission Screener. These screeners will ask
questions about you and your needs. These questions are part of the PUNS survey. All screeners work for
Independent Service Coordination Agencies or ISC’s. To get on the PUNS list, you must have a
developmental disability. If you don’t know if you have a developmental disability, the screener will help
you.
When your PUNS survey is done, you are on the list. This doesn’t mean that you will get funding for the
services you need. It just means that you have taken the first step in the process.
Some of the services that people may need are: o In-Home Supports o Respite Care o Job Coaches o Group
Homes o And many others ➢ There is not enough money to give everyone in Illinois the services they
need. People on the waiting list are assigned a priority level so that those with the greatest need are selected
first when funding is available.
Don’t forget to update your PUNS form every year. Only people (families) who have completed the PUNS
- and keep it updated - have a chance of getting selected to receive services.
There are documents on the Illinois Department of Human Services website that have more good
information about PUNS. PUNS Program Brochure: http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=32444
Understanding PUNS: http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=47620
Presentation on supports available
once selected from the PUNS list
Who: All guardians, parents, families, and students who are currently on the PUNS list. Students or
parents who are interested in being placed on the PUNS list. Educators, professionals, etc. PUNS (Prioritization for Urgency of Need for Services) is a statewide
database of individuals with developmental disabilities who are in need of services.
About: Megan Mutti, from the ARC of Illinois, will give an informational session on
CILA services, Home-based Supports, ICFDD, Supportive Housing, I-CILA, and related services and supports.
Maria Burkhart from CISA will also be on hand to enroll or update individuals on the PUNS list! If enrolling on the PUNS list for the first time, please bring a copy of your most current IEP/Re-Eval and
Social Security Number.
Cost: Free!
When: Tuesday April 30th, 2019, 6:00pm (presentations last 1-2 hours)
New Location!: The Chateau 1621 Jumer Drive, Bloomington, IL
Please park in the back of the hotel, enter though the conference center doors, and follow the signs to the Bonaparte room.
RSVP to Emily Kull at: [email protected] or by phone at: 309-888-5120 x1210
Presentation on supports available
once selected from the PUNS list
If you have additional resource to add, please send them to Kim Hughes at [email protected]
Agency Targeted Students Services
Department of Human Services/Division of Rehabilitation Services (DHS/DRS) 207 S. Prospect Road Bloomington, IL 61704 PH: 309-662-1347 Department of Human Services (formerly Public Aid) 501 W. Washington St. Bloomington, Il 61701 PH: 309-451-6000
Disabled; LD, physical, hearing, vision, EMH, mental illness,
emotional, ADHD.
Disabled/Low Income
This agency should be contacted first for any possible services after high school: education, training, supportive employment services, job counseling and/or residential placement. Provides financial, medical assistance, and food stamps to eligible persons.
Junior College – Offices of Support Heartland (HCC) 309-268-8249 IL Valley (IVCC) 815-224-2720 Joliet (JJC) 815-280-2230 Kankakee (KCC) 815-802-8482 Lincoln (Bloomington) 309-268-4321 Parkland (Champaign) 217-353-2338
May enroll in an associate or transfer program. May assist in identifying similar departments at other educational institutions.
These departments provide tutoring, study skills workshops, and academic accommodations (note takers, interpreters, lab aides, etc.) for students with disabilities. Students who are seeking basic literacy and/or GED should contact the Adult Education Department.
Livingston County Mental Health PAS Agent 310 E. Torrance Avenue, PO Box 504 Pontiac, IL 61764 PH: 815-844-7708
Students with significant disabilities The PAS agent determines eligibility for services that include residential placement and day training programs. This agency must be contacted prior to seeking such services.
Social Security Administration 207 N. Williamsburg Dr. Bloomington, IL 61701 www.socialsecurity.gov TOLL FREE: 800-772-1213
Students who are disabled or blind This agency is responsible for providing Social Security Income (SSI) to adults or children who are disabled or blind, have limited income and resources, meet the living requirements, and are otherwise eligible.
Futures Unlimited, Inc. 210 East Torrance Avenue Pontiac, IL 61764 www.futuresunlimited.org PH: 815-841-1122
Developmental disabilities Helps people acquire the skills they need to live successfully in the community -Residential Support Services -CILA (Community Integrated Living Arrange.) -Respite Services -Developmental Training -Employment Services, Job Placement, and Supported Employment
Livingston County Housing Authority 903 W. North Street Pontiac, IL 61764 PH: 815-844-6013
Low income This agency provides low income public housing, administers Section 8 Housing Voucher program which subsidizes rent of privately owned housing.
Life Center for Independent Living LIFCIL 318 W. Madison St Pontiac, IL 61764 PH: 815-844-1132
Students with any type of disability This agency promotes local, state, and national advocacy, educates persons with disabilities about their rights, and provides support services. LIFCIL also provides info about disabilities, disability benefits, housing choices, and more.
Livingston County Workforce Services 211 E. Madison St Pontiac, IL 61764 PH: 309-268-8283
Students seeking employment This agency handles resume assistance, interview tips, and how/when to seek employment, as well as, access to and training in IL Skills Match Services. This is a
valuable resource for anyone seeking employment.
Adaptive & Inclusive Recreation (A.I.R.) Pontiac Parks and Recreation 900 N. Elm St. Pontiac, IL 61764 (815) 844-6818 (815) 844-6631
Individuals whom are unable to have their therapeutic recreational needs met by traditional programs are eligible to participate in A.I.R. programs.
A county-wide therapeutic recreation program which focuses on the personal development of individuals who are unable to participate in a traditional recreation program. The A.I.R. program promotes the four aspects of health (physical, mental, emotional, and social) through various activities focusing on physical development and athletics, leisure activities, and fine arts.
A local Transition Resource Fair is being hosted by ACES of Woodford County, the Arc of Illinois, and Investment Strategists Special Needs Planning. The event will take place at Black Partridge Day School in Germantown Hills, IL, on April 16, 2019, from 6:00 – 8:30 p.m. We know it can be difficult to plan for what opportunities and needs might be ahead when a teen or young adult with developmental differences is in high school. We are bringing together several speakers and providers to share information and help you begin developing a plan for what might be available as you move through the years of transition (14 – 22 years old) and beyond. We are focused on helping families access services that support those with developmental differences to live a full life within their community, fully included and engaged. The event is open to students and families in all districts.
Following the presentations, participants are encouraged to talk with the Developmental Disability providers, share needs, get questions answered, and learn about options for building a life after
high school.
Pontiac Township High School
7th Annual Run For Respect 5K and 1 mile Fun Run/Walk Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 10AM Help us Spread The Word To End The Word by replacing the r-word with the
NEW r-word RESPECT! All proceeds from the Run for Respect benefit Pontiac Township High
School’s Special Olympics and Peers In Action programs. THIS YEAR’S THEME IS ROCK RESPECT!
RACE: - Accurately measured chip timed flat 5K which begins and ends at Pontiac Township High School - 5K starts at 10:00am and 1 mile walk starts after the 5K runners take off (on the high school track) - Water stop at mile 2
AWARDS: - 5K, overall male/female and male/female age groups
REFRESHMENTS: Light refreshments provided.
REGISTRATION/ENTRY: 5K and Fun Run Participants registering by 4/7/2019 will receive a dry-blend t-shirt. No guarantees for shirts after 4/7/2019.
Adult 5K/1 mile run $20.00 (nonrefundable) ($2.00 discount for Lake Run Club Members) Students 5K/1 mile run $10.00, includes college students (nonrefundable) - $25.00 same day registration for all Team : Come as a team (3 or more) and Earn Special Recognition and a Team Plaque! TEAM NAME______________________________________________________________________ CHECK-IN & SAME DAY REGISTRATION: 9:00-9:45am at Pontiac Township High School. No registration after 9:45am.
LAST NAME ___________________________FIRST NAME___________________ Male/Female
ADDRESS _________________________________CITY____________________ STATE_______
ZIP__________ E-Mail _____________________________________ PHONE___________________
AGE________ (On April 13, 2019) BIRTHDATE _______________
CIRCLE THE EVENT YOU WILL BE PARTICIPATING IN: 5K Run OR 1 mile Fun Run/Walk CIRCLE T-SHIRT SIZE : Youth: S M L OR Adult: S M L XL 2XL
_______ $20.00: 5K/1 Mile Adult Entry Fee _______ $10.00: 5K/1 Mile Student Entry Fee _______ TOTAL ENCLOSED – Checks payable to PTHS
Send registration form(s) with payment to: PTHS, Laura Baumgardner, 1100 Indiana Ave., Pontiac, IL 61764 or online at
https://signup.itsracetime.com/Race/Register/IL/Pontiac/RunForRespect Upon accepting my application and in consideration of allowing me to enter this event, which I agree is at my own risk and entirely of my own free will I hereby for myself and on behalf of my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, waive, release, and discharge City of Pontiac, Pontiac Township High School, race organizers, race volunteers, sponsors, and promoters from any responsibility or liability whatsoever for any losses, injury, or other damage sustained in any activities during or surrounding the event.
SIGNATURE _________________________________________________________________ DATE _____________
*PARENT SIGNATURE NEEDED IF UNDER 18 ________________________________________________________________________________________
For additional information contact Laura Baumgardner at Pontiac Township High school at (815)844-6113 or [email protected]
US Cotronics, Fairbury, IL Ace Hardware, Dwight, IL
Forrest Library, Forrest, IL Berkots Super Foods, Dwight, IL
Eagles Nest, Forrest, IL Humane Society, Pontiac, IL
Slagel Manufacturing, Forrest, IL Rupprecht Concrete, Pontiac, IL
Fairbury Fastner & Supply, Fairbury, IL Dwight Grade School, Dwight, IL
Prairie Central High School, Fairbury, IL Carroll Woods, Pontiac, IL
Dominy Library, Fairbury, IL Scott Block Family Farms, Flanagan, IL
Fairview Haven, Fairbury, IL Zehrview Farms, Graymont, IL
Rhoda Farm and Trucking, Fairbury, IL Total Tree Service, Pontiac, IL
PC Primary East, Chatsworth, IL Dairy Queen, Pontiac, IL
PC Primary West, Chenoa, IL Flanagan Library, Flanagan, IL
The Old Log Cabin, Pontiac, IL Wal-Mart, Pontiac, IL
Pontiac Township High School, Pontiac, IL Woodland School, Streator, IL
Central School, Pontiac, IL Tri-Point Bus Garage, Cullom, IL
Accolades, Pontiac, IL
Livingston County Sheriffs Department, Pontiac, IL
Brunton Trucking, Pontiac, IL
McDonalds, Pontiac, IL
Anthony Liftgates, Pontiac, IL
Taco Bell, Pontiac, IL
County Market, Pontiac, IL
ATR, Pontiac, IL
Pontiac Boys and Girls Club, Pontiac, IL
Livingston County Special Services Unit, Pontiac, IL
Livingston County Transition Planning Committee
Maria Deason, LCSSU Transition Coordinator
Kim Hughes, LCSSU Transition Specialist
Pam Posey, LCSSU Transition Specialist
Kristal Shelvin, LCSSU Clinical Services Supervisor
Dawn Mack, Pontiac Township High School
Angela Thomas, Pontiac Township High School
Heather Christenson, Pontiac Township High School
Katie Ricketts, Prairie Central High School
Kim Hasty, Prairie Central High School
Mary Alice Kane, Flanagan – Cornell High School
Julie Hadden, Woodland High School
Will Patterson, Tri-Point High School
Amy Steidinger, Tri-Point High School
Melissa Harri, Dwight High School
Cathy Fatigante, Dwight High School
Beth Anderson, Livingston County Crossroads Academy
Chris Myers, Livingston County Mental Health/LCCCY
Alisha O’Boyle, Livingston County Mental Health
Emily Kull, ROE/DRS
Joan Carlson, Mosaic
Shannon Dohleman, Futures Unlimited
Maryssa McCoy, Pontiac Parks and Recreation AIR Coordinator
Linda Tesdal, Heartland Community College
Shannon Tarkowski, LifeCil
Darci Contri, Division of Specialized Care for Children
Shelley Peck, Parent Advocate
Dr. Karla Doepke, The Autism Place
Kelly Barnes, Resource Link
Lori Lee, Livingston County Housing Authority
Tricia Bruebaker, Work Force Services
Alyson Saxton, Work Force Services
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the Fair
10:00 211 E Madison,
Pontiac
309-268-8280
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Workforce
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the Fair
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PUNS
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6:00 p.m.
The Chateau 1621 Jumer Dr.
Bloomington,
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309-268-8280
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Job Fair 10:00-12:00
900 N Elm St.
Pontiac, IL
61764
309-268-8280!
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