Events in Chicago Area

Free opportunity for individuals with sensory sensitivities, disabilities, chronic illness or who are deaf and hard of hearing to experience the zoo Join Chicago’s Lincoln Park Zoo for “Sensory-Friendly Morning” on April 26 from 8…

A free webinar to help Social Security Disability beneficiaries and their families/caregivers understand their options and successfully transition to work The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program helps Social…

A free, two-part series for Illinois families with questions about using, learning and advocating for assistive technology for people with disabilities Join Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center and Infinitec for “The Team Agrees Assistive…

A conference on autism inclusion, neurodiversity in the workplace and more for parents, caregivers and teachers The Autism Professional Learning and Universal Supports Project (A+), the Autism Training and Technical Assistance Project (ATTA), Autism McLean…

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 76th annual convention on April 29-30. at the Marriott Hotel in Bloomington-Normal….

Gain practical strategies, tools and resources in this free webinar series on transitioning from pediatric to adult health care for youth with complex medical needs and disabilities The Perkins School for the Blind will host…

A free opportunity for individuals with autism and other intellectual disabilities and their families to explore the airport and practice the boarding process alongside airline staff Join The Arc for the “Wings for All”  program…

A quieter, low-sensory opportunity for guests to explore the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Chicago (Griffin MSI) will host “Low-Sensory Morning” on May 3 from 8:30 to…

A free webinar to help Social Security Disability beneficiaries and their families/caregivers understand their options and successfully transition to work The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) program helps Social…

A virtual forum for all families of children with special healthcare needs and disabilities to share their feedback and experiences Family input is important to us at the Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC)….