Webinar – “Planning for the Future: Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship”
A free webinar for families of youth with special healthcare needs transitioning to adulthood
When a young person with special healthcare needs turns 18, their family often faces important decisions about independence, legal rights and long-term support.
Join the Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) for our free webinar, “Planning for the Future: Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship,” on June 8 from 6 to 7 p.m.
The presentation is for families of youth with special healthcare needs preparing for the transition to adulthood.
Bring your questions and learn from presenter Consuelo Puente, a retired attorney, dedicated advocate and mother of two adult sons with autism.
Consuelo will explain the differences between guardianship and supported decision-making, including:
- What each option means
- When they may be appropriate
- How they can affect a young person’s rights and autonomy
Participants will learn how supported decision-making can serve as an alternative to full guardianship, promoting self-determination while helping ensure safety and well-being.
The presentation will also cover the basic steps to establish guardianship in Illinois, helping families better understand the legal process and what to expect
The presentation will be in English. Live Spanish interpretation will be available.
Continuing education credits are available for social workers.
See the flyer for more details:
- “Planning for the Future: Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship” in English
- “Planning for the Future: Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship” in Spanish
Sign up on Zoom for “Planning for the Future: Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship.”
The webinar series recordings and slides will be available on our Family Education Webinars page.
If you have questions about the webinar series, please contact DSCC Title V Transition Specialist Claire Cook at clairer3@uic.edu or (800) 322-3722.