Events in Chicago Area

A free family-focused event featuring mental resilience resources, medical screenings, information about community services and more The Centro de Información in Hanover Park will host the “Mental Resilience Fair and Free Backpack Giveaway” on July…

Inclusive day camp for children and youth ages 7 to 14 who need additional supports to navigate new social settings and the joys of summer camp Join the Sonia Shankman Orthogenic School (O-School) for Camp…

A free webinar for families, caregivers, educators and other professionals on writing and using social narratives Join the Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays (RCADD) for “Not So Puzzling: Autism and Social Narratives” on…

Grow your augmentative and alternative communication skills at this free two-day, hybrid workshop for caregivers and professionals Join the Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) for its “Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) Summer Workshop” on Aug….

Enjoy a weekend filled with fun and making memories at the Illinois Low Protein Camp for individuals with PKU and inborn errors of metabolism and their families Join the Phenylketonuria (PKU) Organization of Illinois &…

A free retreat and book study for Chicago moms of children with  disabilities and special healthcare needs to relax, find support and gain balance STAR NET Region V will host its “Summer Moms’ Retreat: Fostering…

A free, one-stop resource and transition fair featuring organizations and information for youth and young adults with intellectual, developmental and mental health disabilities and their caregivers Join Every Step of the Way Resource Center (ESW)…

A week-long overnight camp for youth diagnosed with or suspected of having FAS or FASD Camp – A FASD Community will host a week-long camp for youth ages 9 to 18 who are diagnosed with…

¿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 free summer webinar series to help families gain tools, confidence and knowledge for navigating the special education system Join the Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) Parent University at Chicago Public Schools and Family…