Wed, Feb 11
|Palatine
Eligibility vs Entitlement
NSSEO Parent Education Resource Center (PERC) opportunity
Time & Location
Feb 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Palatine, 520 S Plum Grove Rd, Palatine, IL 60067, USA
About the Event
Eligibility vs Entitlement
Date: February 11, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: PERC, 520 S. Plum Grove Rd., Palatine, IL
Presented by Megan Turner and Leslee Schafer, Co-Founders of Our Aging Services www.ouragingservices.org
Come learn from a powerful and personal discussion that unpacks the complexities of accessing support services and the harsh realities families face with the cliff effect.
With over 35 years of experience, Megan & Leslee bring both professional insight and lived experiences navigating resources for individuals with disabilities and aging seniors.
Educators & Families will gain:
A clear understanding of entitlement vs. elgibility frameworks
Insight into the "cliff ffect" - when supports abruptly dropp off due to age or income thresholds
Practical strategies to support students and families navigating these transitions
A renewed sense of purpose in advocating for inclusive, sustainable systems
The event is free and open to all families.
For questions or to register please email Molly Dunne - mdunne@nsseo.org