Center on Community Living and Careers

08/29/2025

If you help individuals with disabilities navigate their career paths, the CCLC Learning Academy has something for you. Our courses give you the practical strategies and deeper understanding you need to help individuals with disabilities succeed.

Courses start September 1st! 📅

Why choose us?
• Quick & Flexible: Each course is only 5 hours and completely self-paced.
• Accredited: Earn CEUs and a certificate of completion.
• Relevant: Dive into key topics like Anxiety, Autism, Brain Injury, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma-Informed Care, and more.

Ready to take your skills to the next level? Explore all our courses and register today: go.iu.edu/8sQQ

08/26/2025

Want to better support autistic teens and adults?

We offer two online courses—created by professionals with lived experience and over 70 years of combined expertise. Both courses cover the challenges and strengths of autism, offering practical tools for successful support.

📝 Course 1: Foundations of Autism
Great for educators, counselors, medical professionals, family members, and those new to the diagnosis. Delves into issues like housing, transportation, self-advocacy, and more.

📝 Course 2: Autism: Transitioning to Adult Life
Designed for vocational rehab counselors, employment specialists, and transition teachers. Focuses on employment, postsecondary training, and planning for adult life.

These courses come with a certificate of completion, CRCs, PGPs, and more.

Courses are 100% online. Self-paced. About 5 hours.

➡️ Find out more information and register at the CCLC Learning Academy webpage: go.iu.edu/8sQQ

08/26/2025

We're LIVE with IN*SOURCE! Join us to learn about our upcoming trainings and events. Bring your questions – we can't wait to chat!

08/26/2025

Join the Early Childhood Center for the Multilingual Childcare Resources Webinar at noon today! Register below.

TODAY, Noon to 1pm. FREE Multilingual Childcare Resources Webinar with Dr. Mariella Arredondo and Dr. Katie Herron. Registration required. Gain access to new resources on supporting multilingual children to communicate effectively.
https://events.teams.microsoft.com/.../d4ee6bdd-1e88-4551...

08/25/2025

Thinking about Competitive Integrated Employment (CIE)?
Sometimes the best way to learn is by hearing from someone who’s been there.

💼 Meet Brandon: After 14 years in a sheltered workshop, he dreamed of working in the community. With support from his case manager, VR, an employment specialist, and a job coach— he made it happen.

✨ His journey shows what’s possible when the right supports are in place.
📖 Read Brandon’s story: go.iu.edu/8sYR

08/25/2025

Great tip and an important reminder for all! Follow Easterseals Crossroads for more.

🌐 Accessibility Tip of the Week

Accessibility isn’t just about ramps — it’s about making sure everyone can participate, both in person and online.

💡 This week’s tip: Always include alt text on images and make sure websites are screen reader–friendly.

Small steps like these make a big difference in building a more inclusive community. 💛

08/21/2025

Join us this Saturday!

• Where: Camp Reveal, 1042 E Boonville New Harmony Rd, Evansville, Indiana 47725
• When: Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 12 P.M. – 2 P.M.

You’re Invited: Southwest Community Family Network’s First Social Event This Saturday!
Center on Community Living and Careers will have outdoor games and free food from Panera Bread— a great chance to hang out and meet new people.

The Southwest Community Family Network helps families in Vanderburgh, Posey, Warrick, and Gibson counties navigate disability by promoting social inclusion and building supportive communities. This initiative is funded by the Indiana Governor's Council for People with Disabilities and partners with Indiana Family to Family, IN*SOURCE, and .

• Where: Camp Reveal, 1042 E Boonville New Harmony Rd, Evansville, Indiana 47725
• When: Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 12 P.M. – 2 P.M.

08/21/2025

For students with disabilities, developing self-advocacy skills can lead to powerful outcomes. But building these skills isn’t always easy—for students or their families. That’s where educators come in. You play a vital role in nurturing self-determination and guiding students toward long-term success.

To support you, we’ve curated a FREE collection of educator-friendly self-advocacy resources designed for K-12 and higher education. Ready to learn more? Visit our Tuesday’s Transition Tips webpage at go.iu.edu/8ung.

08/20/2025

You’re Invited: Southwest Community Family Network’s First Social Event This Saturday!

We’ll have outdoor games and free food from Panera Bread— a great chance to hang out and meet new people.

The Southwest Community Family Network helps families in Vanderburgh, Posey, Warrick, and Gibson counties navigate disability by promoting social inclusion and building supportive communities. This initiative is funded by the Indiana Governor's Council for People with Disabilities and partners with Indiana Family to Family, IN*SOURCE, and The Arc of Evansville.

• Where: Camp Reveal, 1042 E Boonville New Harmony Rd, Evansville, Indiana 47725
• When: Saturday, August 23, 2025, from 12 P.M. – 2 P.M.

08/20/2025

🔗 Learn more about Specialisterne USA and apply for their upcoming cohorts today at https://us.specialisterne.com/academy/

Did you know the Specialisterne Academy helps autistic learners build social and professional skills—alongside technical training? 🧠

Graduates earn an IT Support Technician Certification plus real-world experience and workplace readiness coaching to support long-term career success in tech. 💼💻

Work-readiness skills include:
➡️ Attention to detail
➡️ Communication
➡️ Dependability
➡️ Adaptability + flexibility
➡️ Service orientation
➡️ Resilience

🔗 Learn more and apply for upcoming cohorts today!
https://us.specialisterne.com/academy/

08/19/2025

Looking for your next role? Hands in Autism is hiring. Learn more at https://handsinautism.iu.edu/about/careers/index.html

🚨 We’re hiring! 🚨 HANDS in Autism® is looking for a Trainer to join our team in our new home at Bloomington, Indiana! If you’re passionate about supporting individuals with autism and developmental disabilities through training, outreach, and collaboration, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Learn more & apply here: https://handsinautism.iu.edu/about/careers/index.html
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08/19/2025

Follow Indiana Resource Center for Autism - Indiana University for tips 🍎📝

It’s almost time to welcome new and returning IU students!

The IRCA wants to share some tips with you, College Edition!

• Register with disability services early.
• Find quiet spaces on campus.
• See if your campus has a sensory friendly space.
• Schedule breaks between classes.
• Use group chats or online communities to find peers.

And remember, you belong here. You are not alone.