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The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois (EFGSI) offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Caregiver Support Group” meets on the first Tuesday of [...]

Free virtual and in-person support group for Spanish-speaking parents and caregivers of individuals with disabilities Easterseals Joliet's Grupo de Apoyo provides in-person meetings and virtual [...]

A conference on autism inclusion, neurodiversity in the workplace and more for parents, caregivers and teachers Join the Autism Professional Learning and Universal Supports Project [...]

Free webinar for caregivers, educators and professionals addressing trauma and mental health in youth and implementing school and clinic-based mental health programs Join the Substance [...]

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) [...]

A free webinar about Social Security benefits and Illinois ABLE Accounts for people with disabilities, their family members, disability service organizations and other professionals Join [...]

Free three-part webinar series for families and professionals covering inclusion and the least restrictive environment, benefits of inclusion and strategies for supporting young children with [...]

Free virtual educational and activity-based group for teens ages 12 and up who have a brother or sister with a disability or chronic condition Advocate [...]

Free reception kicking off an inclusive art exhibit created especially for people who are blind or visually impaired Join the Educational Center for the Visually [...]

A free 80s-themed dance party for people ages 8 and up with and without disabilities Join Springfield Park District Special Recreation for its “80s Dance [...]

Wheelchair basketball excitement for the family featuring the hometown team and Illini Wheelchair Basketball team members Members of the University of Illinois Wheelchair Basketball teams [...]

Free virtual educational and activity-based group for children ages 6 to 11 who have a brother or sister with a disability or chronic condition Advocate [...]

A special morning of play for families with children with disabilities The Chicago Children's Museum (CCM) invites children with disabilities and their families to "Play [...]

A free, virtual transition to adulthood training series for Illinois parents/caregivers of youth with autism autism spectrum disorder (ASD) ages 14 to 22 Join The Autism [...]

A free in-person workshop exploring the impact of early childhood trauma, fostering healthy development, and providing support through IEP and 504 plans Join STAR NET [...]

The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois offers monthly recreational, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Recreational Support Group” has fun exploring different sites and [...]

Free webinar for individuals with disabilities covering the registration process, accessing accommodations and exercising your right to vote Join The Arc of Illinois' Illinois Life [...]

Free clinic for children and youth with bone and joint development concerns The Illinois Elks Children's Care Corporation and Lincoln Memorial Hospital will provide a [...]

Free webinar series on important health insurance topics for Division of Specialized Care for Children participants, their families and anyone interested in learning more. Join [...]

Free webinar providing families with young children an overview of government programs and benefits and the steps for applying Join STAR NET Region V for [...]

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A free introduction to Tai Chi to help children of all abilities Put on some comfortable clothing and explore this technique for helping children of [...]

Free resource fair featuring transition information and resources for students with disabilities and their families Join Huntley Community School District 158 for the "Transition to [...]

Free, monthly opportunity for neurodivergent young adults ages 16 and up to hang out, have fun and connect with friends old and new Join Autism [...]

Free orthopedic assessment clinic for children and youth with bone and joint development concerns The Illinois Elks Children's Care Corporation and Sarah Bush Lincoln Bonutti [...]

A free webinar for individuals seeking resources and support in their role as a brother or sister to someone with a disability Family Matters Parent [...]

Explore creating inclusive outdoor learning opportunities in science, nature and on the playground for all children Join STAR NET Chicago Region V for the hands-on [...]

A free, two-part virtual conference for parents of children who are deaf and hard of hearing and professionals who work with their children The Illinois [...]

A free opportunity for new parents to hear from and network with other parents and others who support the PKU and allied disorder community Join [...]

A day for children ages 6 to 12 who have experienced the death of a loved one Staab Funeral Homes will host Kids Good Grief [...]

Free resource fair for individuals with disabilities and their families, teachers and others from Tazewell County and the surrounding area Pekin Community High School (PCHS) [...]

Ask questions and learn about all that Camp Duncan has to offer from the comfort of your home Join the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago for [...]

The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois (EFGSI) offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Educational Support Group” is for individuals with epilepsy, [...]

A free webinar for Spanish speakers focusing on four strategies to help children with autism or children who learn differently decrease their frustration and improve [...]

A free webinar series for families to learn about inclusion, its importance and strategies for making sure their child is placed in the least restrictive [...]

A free opportunity for parents and professionals to learn about key features of autism spectrum disorder The Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays (RCADD) [...]

Free, all-inclusive evening for students with disabilities and their families to connect with community partners and explore options beyond high school Join the Sangamon County [...]

Free family-friendly event for Child Abuse Prevention Month featuring resources and games The Child Abuse Prevention (CAP) Coalition will host "Superheroes Stand Up for Children [...]

A free event offering a wide range of transition workshops and resources for students with disabilities and their families in Madison, Randolph and St. Clair [...]

Free webinar series for families and professionals covering inclusion and the least restrictive environment, benefits of inclusion and strategies for supporting young children with disabilities [...]

Free webinar for parents, caregivers and other family members planning for the care and financial future of a loved one with a disability Connect to [...]

One-night event for for parents and caregivers providing connections to information and resources for families The Riverton School District will host Parent University on April [...]

Young children in Illinois with spina bifida and/or mobility deficits are eligible to receive a free, custom, electric ride-on car. The Illinois Spina Bifida Association [...]

A daylong conference for parents and professionals featuring networking opportunities and a focus on mental health and behavioral supports for children with disabilities The Family [...]

A free resource fair featuring more than 30 exhibitors, panel discussions, keepsake photos and more for students with autism and other disabilities, their families and [...]

Free event at the Belleville Police Department for children of all ages and abilities and their families Join the Belleville Police Department for Belleville's first [...]

Free resource fair offering connections and information about disability services, special programs, health services and advocacy The Mt. Greenwood Children's Special Recreation Association is hosting [...]

Have fun at the Bunny Hop for individuals with autism and other disabilities and their families! Easterseals Serving Greater Chicagoland and Greater Rockford and The [...]

A health and wellness event with more than 70 exhibitors and free family activities, screenings and giveaways! Join Rush Oak Park Hospital and the Oak [...]

Free wheelchair accessible skate session for people of all ages who use a wheelchair or stroller The city of Edwardsville's R.P. Lumber Center will host [...]

Take an in-person tour and see all that Camp Duncan has to offer! Join the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago for an open house and tour [...]

Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month swimming and hanging out with other families with children on the autism spectrum Goldfish Swim School is hosting sensory swim event [...]

Free webinar for caregivers, providers and self-advocates on everyday strategies for improving self-care Join the University of Illinois Chicago’s Institute on Disability and Human Development, the Leadership [...]

Free informational event for parents and guardians of individuals with a wide-range of developmental disabilities and mental health needs Join School Districts 211, 220 and [...]

Come laugh, learn, and fall in love with the beautiful language of sign! Illinois STAR NET (Support and Technical Assistance Regional Network) will host "Sign [...]

Free orthopedic clinic for pediatric and teenage children with bone and joint development concerns The Illinois Elks Children's Care Corporation is providing a free children's [...]

Free workshop on the basic principles of sensory processing and how to use these sensory experiences to help foster regulation, learning and relationships. Join STAR [...]

Free webinar series for families and professionals covering inclusion benefits and strategies for supporting young children with disabilities and their families Join the Early Intervention [...]

Discover new and inclusive ways of supporting individuals with autism in an ever-changing world at this in-person conference The Autism Society of Southern Illinois and  [...]

A free orthopedic assessment clinic in Du Quoin for children and youth up to age 18 The Illinois Elks Children's Care Program is sponsoring a [...]

Enjoy beloved characters hopping from the page to the stage during access weekend Chicago Children's Theatre will host "A Year of Frog and Toad Access [...]

Celebrate Dia Del Niño and learn about early childhood and community resources Fresh Start Surgical Gifts is hosting a Dia Del Niño celebration and resource [...]

Free opportunity for individuals with sensory sensitivities, disabilities, chronic illness or who are deaf and hard of hearing to experience the zoo Join Lincoln Park [...]

Free webinar on understanding neurodiversity and how to support individuals who are neurodiverse Join C.I.T.Y. of Support on Zoom for "What It Means to Be [...]

A one-hour webinar covering the importance of collaboration and strategies for building strong family and school collaborative relationships. Join Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center for [...]

An in-person and online (hybrid) convention for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, their families and providers Join The Arc of Illinois for its 74th annual [...]

A free orthopedic clinic for pediatric and teenage children in Flora The Illinois Elks Children's Care Program is sponsoring a free children's orthopedic clinic on [...]

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) [...]

Scholarship opportunity for DuPage County residents who are low-income with high academic potential The DuPage County Department of Community Services is offering college and occupational [...]

An overnight retreat for moms and female caregivers raising children of all ages who are deaf or hard of hearing Join Illinois Hands & Voices for [...]

Free virtual educational and activity-based group for children ages 6 to 11 who have a brother or sister with a disability or chronic condition Advocate [...]

A quieter, low-sensory opportunity for guests to explore the Museum of Science and Industry The Museum of Science and Industry Chicago is hosting its next [...]