Events in Chicago Area

A conference highlighting disability services in Illinois The Arc of Illinois’ Family Support Network and Family Advocate Program will host its 2026 Mini Conference on Sept. 15 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the…

Learn how to advocate for your child with disabilities to receive the right behavior interventions in this free step-by-step webinar series for parents and caregivers Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center and Illinois STAR…

A free virtual gathering for Spanish-speaking families with children who are deaf or hard of hearing to build community and share resources. Illinois Hands & Voices/Guide by Your Side will host  “Weaving Networks: Mutual Support…

¿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 Tus Opciones!” El seminario web se lleva a cabo el…

A free webinar covering state guidelines and tips for developing an Individualized Education Program (IEP) for children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) Join the Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays (RCADD) for “Seven Considerations…

Learn about IL ABLE, an important financial tool for people with disabilities and their families Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center will host “IL ABLE Accounts: What Parents, Guardians and Families of Students With…

Learn about Charting the LifeCourse (CtLC), a practical, family-centered framework for planning across the lifespan, in this free webinar series Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center will host part nine, “Using CtLC Tools to…

Family camp offers connection and learning opportunities for individuals affected by PKU (phenylketonuria) or any inherited metabolic disorder Family camp will take place on Sept. 17-20 at Camp Belknap in Tuftonboro, N.H. Family camp will…

Evento virtual en español para familias de estudiantes con discapacidades “Cuentas IL ABLE: Lo que deben saber los padres, tutores y familias de personas con discapacidades” El programa Illinois Achieving a Better Life Experience (“IL…

A free webinar to help families learn about the signs and prevention of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) in infants Join HealthyChildren.org for “New Baby, New RSV Season: What Parents Need to Know” on Zoom on…