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At TotalLink, our programs grow stronger when we listen to the people who know our participants best, their families. This fall, families shared a desire for more opportunities to learn, ask questions, and feel supported as they navigate the often-complex landscape of disability services. In response, we hosted three free workshops designed around the real concerns and hopes of our community.
These sessions offered practical tools, spaces for meaningful conversations, and a deeper sense of connection. Families left with greater clarity, confidence, and resources they could use right away.
Exploring Housing Possibilities
In partnership with A Happy Life and Engage IL, the My Place, My Life workshop helped families explore housing options and plan for greater independence.
Strengthening Safety and Self-Advocacy
With Equip for Equality, Safe and Strong focused on understanding rights and recognizing signs of abuse, neglect, or mistreatment. Participants learned how to respond safely and speak up when their rights are being violated.
Tools for Decision-Making and Growing Independence
Our final workshop, Who Helps Me Decide?, offered guidance on decision-making options and the supports that promote independence and self-determination.
We are grateful to our partners and especially to our families for helping us shape programs that truly matter.
We’d love to hear what topics you’d like to see next. Your ideas guide this work - please share them using the inquiry form on our website.
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