Educational Forum—Navigating the Illinois Disability System

New Trier Township is hosting an Educational Forum that addresses navigation of the Illinois disability system in the post school years. A panel of experts in special education and adult disability services will be on hand to offer information and answer questions.

Kim Berenberg, Chief Operating Officer of Glenkirk, a non-profit that provides lifetime supports and services to individuals with intellectual disabilities,

Vicki Klein, Transition Specialist from the North Suburban Special Education District and Diane Wojik, Transition Specialist at New Trier High School, will address the need for transition planning from school to adult life.

Attendees will learn about the status of state services, employment opportunities and the necessity to begin the planning process early in economically challenging times. Township Supervisor Alan Goldberg stated, “ The township board understands the difficulty people face securing services for children once they age out of the school system. This program connects residents with proven experts who are here to help them plan a successful future for their child.”

The event is free and open to the public, however seating is limited. Guests are asked to RSVP to Jack Macholl, jmacholl@newtriertownship.com by April 6, 2020.

Media Contact:

Jack Macholl

Mobile (847) 727-9510

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New Trier Township’s missionis to provide leadership, advocacy and resources to benefit the physical, mental and social well being of Township residents. Established in 1850, New Trier Township government serves the 56,000 residents in the villages of Glencoe, Kenilworth, Wilmette and Winnetka, plus portions of Glenview and Northfield. The Township Office is located at 739 Elm Street in Winnetka or on-line at www.newtriertownship.com