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

A free event in Spanish providing information on new updates and online services from the Social Security Administration (SSA) Join The Arc of Illinois for [...]

Free monthly meetups for families seeking support and conversation Join Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford's Family Support Services for its Parent Support Group. The [...]

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 [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s in-person support group in [...]

Get help understanding what Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals really mean and the questions to ask when reports don’t add up in this free webinar [...]

Free month-long webinar series to support caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome during National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October October is National Down Syndrome [...]

Free in-person monthly support group for anyone providing care and support for a loved one Join Culberton Memorial Hospital's Caregiver Support Group. The group meets [...]

A free virtual support group for people with epilepsy, their caregivers and community members who want to learn more about supporting them Join the Epilepsy [...]

Free event featuring games, resources, sensory-friendly trunk or treating and more for families of children with disabilities Laremont School will host the "Special Needs Resource [...]

Make connections and learn about community resources, disability services and adaptive recreation opportunities! Join the Bolingbrook Arts Council, Northern Will County Special Recreation Association (NWCSRA), [...]

A free event featuring superheroes, face painting, live entertainment, food and fun for children and adults with disabilities and their families Superheroes will unite at [...]

An opportunity for people with disabilities and veterans to experience the Shedd Aquarium in a calmer and welcoming environment Shedd Aquarium will host "Calm Waters" [...]

A free day of fun and learning about the zoo animals for families of children who are deaf and hard of hearing Join the Chicago [...]

Fun, interactive creative drama class for youth on the autism spectrum ages 4 to 7 and a participating grown-up The Chicago Children's Theatre will host [...]

An introductory acting class for young people ages 10 to 15 on the autism spectrum The Chicago Children’s Theatre will host the "Red Kite Workshop: [...]

Join others to discuss epilepsy and make a fall-themed rug Join Illinois Epilepsy Support and Resources for its Epilepsy Support Group at 6 p.m. on [...]

A virtual conference for people with disabilities and their caregivers covering Illinois healthcare coverage options, caregiver advocacy through storytelling and social media, Medicaid waivers, supporting [...]

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 [...]

A peer-led caregiver support group for caregivers supporting children with disabilities Join the Stress & Trauma Treatment Center at its new peer-led support group for [...]

Join others for a morning of epilepsy support and sweet treats Join Illinois Epilepsy Support and Resources for its Epilepsy Support Group at 10 a.m. [...]

Free month-long webinar series to support caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome during National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October October is National Down Syndrome [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s in-person support group in [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s epilepsy support group in [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s in-person epilepsy support group [...]

A free virtual, monthly opportunity to learn, share and build connections for caregivers of individuals with PKU The National Phenylketonuria (PKU) Alliance hosts monthly Community [...]

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) [...]

Free month-long webinar series to support caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome during National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October October is National Down Syndrome [...]

Learn how to read IEP progress reports, track goals and connect school progress to life outcomes Join Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center for [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s support group in LaSalle. [...]

A free in-person monthly support group for adults with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition Join the National Alliance [...]

A free webinar for families and professionals on keeping children with emotional, developmental and special healthcare needs safe during a disaster The Courageous Parents Network [...]

A free fall family camp experience for children and young adults ages 7 to 21 with serious illnesses and conditions and their families Flying Horse [...]

A free in-person conference at sites in Southern, Central and Northern Illinois for parents of children who are deaf and hard of hearing Join 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 [...]

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

Learn from someone with epilepsy about epilepsy, seizure training and tips for navigating the condition The Arc of Illinois' Family-to-Family Health Information Center and Illinois [...]

Free virtual monthly meetup for adults 18 and older affected by phenylketonuria (PKU) Join the Alliance of Phenylketonuria (PKU) Families' virtual "PKU 18+ Round Table" [...]

Free virtual summit to help families, self-advocates and professionals gain confidence, tools and strategies for navigating special education Join Family Matters Parent Training and Information [...]

Free month-long webinar series to support caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome during National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October October is National Down Syndrome [...]

A free, sensory-friendly event for DSCC participant families at our Mokena Regional Office. Calling all Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) participants based at [...]

Free Halloween party for families of individuals who are deaf, deafblind, and hard of hearing Dress in your favorite costumes and join the Chicago Hearing [...]

A free, family-friendly event providing fun, information and resources for people of all abilities in east-central Illinois Join the 2025 Disability Resource Expo on Oct. [...]

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

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

A free webinar providing strategies to use at home and in the classroom to build academic, social and leisure goals for children with autism or [...]

Free month-long webinar series to support caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome during National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October October is National Down Syndrome [...]

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 sensory-friendly trunk-or-treat event for the whole family! Join the Northern Will County Special Recreation Association (NWCSRA) for a Sensory-Friendly Trunk or Treat event on [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s in-person epilepsy support group [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s support group in DeKalb. [...]

Free month-long webinar series to support caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome during National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October October is National Down Syndrome [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s support group for the [...]

A free fall family camp experience for children and young adults ages 7 to 21 with serious illnesses and conditions and their families Flying Horse [...]

A free Halloween dance for individuals of all ages and abilities at Erin's Pavilion Springfield Park District Special Recreation is hosting its "Halloween Dance" on [...]

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

Free monthly meetups for families seeking support and conversation Join Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford's Family Support Services for its Parent Support Group. The [...]

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 [...]

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) [...]

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 [...]

Free month-long webinar series to support caregivers of individuals with Down syndrome during National Down Syndrome Awareness Month in October October is National Down Syndrome [...]

A free fall family camp experience for children and young adults ages 7 to 21 with serious illnesses and conditions and their families Flying Horse [...]

An inclusive, sensory-friendly opportunity to explore the museum The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) will host "Abe for All: Sensory Friendly Sunday" on [...]

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 [...]