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A free open house event to learn about the wide array of assistive technology, services and programs available to Illinois residents. The Illinois Assistive Technology [...]

Free virtual monthly support group for families and caregivers of loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities Join The Arc of Illinois' virtual Family Support [...]

A free, three-part webinar series on understanding Medicaid managed care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families The Arc of Illinois is [...]

Spend a spooky good time at the free "Monster Mash Halloween Dance" for people with disabilities of all ages Join the Springfield Park District Special [...]

A free, five-part webinar series to help families of children with disabilities strengthen their knowledge of transition services and explore options for the future Join [...]

Free two-part webinar series for families and professionals providing insight into what healthy family-school relationships really look like and how to build them Family Matters [...]

A free, three-part webinar series on understanding Medicaid managed care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families The Arc of Illinois' Understanding [...]

The "Stepping Stones of Transition" conference shares services and resources to prepare youth and young adults with special healthcare needs and other disabilities for success [...]

PLEASE NOTE: Our Family Advisory Council open forum meeting on Nov. 5 has been canceled. We're sorry to share that our Family Advisory Council (FAC) [...]

Enjoy a free PKUniversity holiday-themed cooking demonstration and live question-and-answer session for people with phenylketonuria (PKU) and allied conditions The National Phenylketonuria (PKU) Alliance (NPKUA) [...]

A free, four-part webinar series to help families better understand their child’s IEP and participate confidently in the special education process Family Matters Parent Training [...]

Play, connect and meet Chicago Hearing Society staff members at this inclusive event Join the Chicago Hearing Society (CHS) and Funtopia for a Deaf family [...]

A free, sensory-friendly opportunity for families to enjoy museum exhibits, the art studio and other activities Join the National Museum of Mexican Art (NMMA) for [...]

A free event for families of children with neuro differences and disabilities to explore, learn and build memories The Kohl Children's Museum of Greater Chicago [...]

Free virtual gathering filled with conversation, connections and brainstorming to help plan future in-person events to support siblings in their role as a brother or [...]

A free, five-part webinar series to help families of children with disabilities strengthen their knowledge of transition services and explore options for the future Join [...]

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 [...]

A free, three-part webinar series on understanding Medicaid managed care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families The Arc of Illinois will [...]

A free webinar providing information on preparing for a natural disaster and other emergencies and interacting with police for people with disabilities Join The Arc of [...]

Un seminario web gratuito en español para informarse sobre las cuentas ABLE en Illinois Únase a The Arc of Illinois para un seminario web gratuito [...]

Enjoy an hour of friendship, fun and inclusion at this game night for youth ages 11 to 21 of all abilities and neurotypes Join the [...]

¿Recibió recientemente una carta de notificación temprana o una carta de selección de PUNS? Únase al Programa de Abogacía para Familias de The Arc of [...]

Parents and professionals will learn how to empower young autistic learners with visual supports for social-emotional growth! Join the Resource Center for Autism and Developmental [...]

A free webinar to learn about the programs and services available from the Division of Rehabilitation Services for people with disabilities and their families Every [...]

A free webinar providing practical ways to ease your child’s anxiety before doctor appointments, school events or the busy holiday season STARNET Chicago and the [...]

A three-day virtual conference filled with education, connection and encouragement for caregivers, healthcare professionals and advocates of people with sickle cell disease Join The B [...]

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 Join [...]

Find community, support and learning at this free, in-person "Care Cafe" for caregivers of loved ones with sickle cell disease The Sickle Cell Disease Association [...]

Learn about overcoming obstacles and thriving in the midst of competing needs at this free, online event for adult siblings, parents and providers Supporting Illinois [...]

A free, five-part webinar series to help families of children with disabilities strengthen their knowledge of transition services and explore options for the future Join [...]

A virtual conference exploring practical information, valuable resources and conversations supporting individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities (IDD) and mental health challenges Join The Arc [...]

Learn practical ways to support grieving children, teens and caregivers during the holiday season The Illinois Family Resource Center (IFRC) will host "Grief During the [...]

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 [...]

Celebrate the holidays and enjoy a sensory-friendly evening filled with lights and beauty The Morton Arboretum will host "Illumination 2026 - Sensory-Friendly Night" on Nov. [...]

Springfield-area Thanksgiving food giveaway for families in need at the Illinois State Fairgrounds The Central Illinois Foodbank will host its Thanksgiving Food Distribution on Nov. [...]

¿Recibió recientemente una carta de notificación temprana o una carta de selección de PUNS? Únase al Programa de Abogacía para Familias de The Arc of Illinois para “¡Conoce [...]

Gather your friends and family to support Easterseals Midwest and cheer on the St. Louis Blues! Join Easterseals Midwest and the St. Louis Blues for [...]

The Polar Express train ride at St. Louis Union Station will provide two days of sensory-friendly fun this holiday season Head to the North Pole [...]

A free, five-part webinar series to help families of children with disabilities strengthen their knowledge of transition services and explore options for the future Join [...]

A free monthly self-advocacy series empowering youth and young adults ages 14 to 22 to build confidence, make informed choices, communicate their needs and plan [...]

Free virtual monthly support group for families and caregivers of loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities Join The Arc of Illinois' virtual Family Support [...]

A sensory-friendly version of Lincoln Park Zoo's ZooLights event Enjoy a sensory-friendly evening at ZooLights on Nov. 24 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Stroll through [...]

A free, five-part webinar series to help families of children with disabilities strengthen their knowledge of transition services and explore options for the future Join [...]

Enjoy an hour of friendship, fun and inclusion at this game night for youth ages 11 to 21 of all abilities and neurotypes Join the [...]

Parents, providers, students and children can explore and learn about the Clearinghouse at this free event! The Illinois Early Intervention Clearinghouse will host its annual [...]

Free visit with Santa for children of all ages with disabilities and their families Special Kids Day is hosting a "Visit With Santa" event on [...]

Celebrate the holidays and enjoy a sensory-friendly evening filled with lights and beauty The Chicago Botanic Garden will host "Lightscape 2026 - Sensory-Friendly Night" on [...]

Enjoy an inclusive, sensory-friendly holiday event for all ages at the Brookfield Zoo The Brookfield Zoo Chicago and KultureCity will host "Sensory Friendly Holiday Magic" [...]

Enjoy an inclusive, magical holiday trolley ride experience for children with sensory sensitivities and disabilities and their families Join the Rising Lights Project for its [...]

A sensory-friendly experience for individuals of all ages Blackberry Farm will host "Holiday Express Sensory-Friendly Night" on Dec. 4 from 5 to 8 p.m. Blackberry [...]

Enjoy a gingerbread village, breakfast, life-sized toys and time with Signing Santa and Mrs. Claus! Join DEAF, Inc. for Breakfast with Signing Santa on Dec. [...]

Experience the hope, joy and peace of the season at this free event for families with children with sensory sensitivities and disabilities Join Gateway Family [...]

Save your seat. Sensory Santa is coming to town! The Metamora Township High School Unified Redbirds Club will bring Sensory Santa to town on Dec. [...]

Enjoy some holiday cheer, family fun and a light-filled parade in Carbondale! The Carbondale Lights Fantastic Parade and activities will be on Dec. 5 in [...]

People of all ages and abilities can enjoy sensory-friendly Santa magic! Join Cherry Hill Programs and Autism Speaks for Santa Cares events at shopping centers [...]

Enjoy breakfast, storytelling and meeting Mr. and Mrs. Deaf Santa Claus at this event for children with all types of hearing loss and their families [...]