Events in Alexander

Learn strategies for addressing bullying and creating an inclusive environment for children who are deaf and hard of hearing Join the University of Chicago Medicine (UChicago Medicine) and Comer Children’s (UCM) for the Pediatric Hearing…

A free, monthly webinar series for families and individuals who have received an early notification/were selected for PUNS (Prioritization for Urgency of Need for Services) Join The Arc of Illinois’ Family Advocate Program webinar series…

Free pop-up farmers market in Benton The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services’ HealthChoice Illinois and Aetna Better Health of Illinois will host a free “Pop-Up Farmers Market” on Aug. 15 from 9 to…

Enjoy a sensory-friendly evening of fun, connection and relaxation Join the Autism Society Southern Illinois for a “Sensory-Friendly Swim Event” on Aug. 16 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Families of children with autism and other…

A free webinar for families with children with disabilities on understanding your special education rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) The Family Resource Center on Disabilities (FRCD) will host the “Six Principles…

Free laundry day offers support for substance use disorders and clean clothes Southeastern Illinois Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Treatment (SI SUPRT) will host a free laundry day on Aug. 19 from 2 to 6…

Free webinar on strategies for supporting children who are deaf or hard of hearing as they move from Early Intervention services into school settings Join the University of Chicago Medicine (UChicago Medicine) and Comer Children’s…

Free monthly virtual meeting for individuals seeking resources and support in their role as a brother or sister to someone with a disability Join Supporting Illinois Brothers and Sisters (S.I.B.S.) for “SIBStastic Thursdays.” The virtual…

Free online monthly bereavement support group for families who have lost a loved one to congenital heart disease Join Conquering Congenital Heart Disease (Conquering CHD) for its monthly “Bereavement Support Group” on Zoom. The group…

A free, safe and inclusive space where youth ages 13 to 24 can connect with peers who understand what it’s like to live with chronic pain Looking for connection and support? Creative Healing for Youth…