Events in Marion Area

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 on Feb. 24 from 4:30 to 6 p.m. The virtual…

A free webinar providing tools to help families and individuals remove barriers to achieving meaningful employment outcomes for people with disabilities across the lifespan Join the Disability Employment Technical Assistance Center (DETAC) for “Charting the…

Young children in Illinois with spina bifida and/or mobility deficits are eligible to receive a free custom electric ride-on car The Illinois Spina Bifida Association (ISBA), New Trier High School, New Trier Educational Foundation and…

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 webinar for caregivers providing strategies to help deal with guilt, regret and juggling the needs of the entire family when caring for a child with medical complexity Feelings of guilt and regret are…

Children everywhere can enjoy a story in American Sign Language and meet Deaf Belle! Language First will host Deaf Belle on Zoom on March 7 from 8:30 to 9 a.m. Do you love Disney’s “Beauty…

A free webinar to learn about the wide range of programs and services offered by the Illinois Secretary of State’s Office for people with disabilities The Arc of Illinois‘ Life Span Program (ILS) and Family-to-Family…

Free webinar series covering SNAP benefits, estate and financial planning, and caregiver mental health Join the Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) to learn more about key programs and services for Illinois families and…

A free monthly advocacy group where youth ages 14 to 22 will explore their transition plans and build confidence for life after high school Join Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center for its virtual…

Scholarship opportunity for individuals with inherited metabolic disorders who are pursuing post-secondary educational or vocational opportunities flok is accepting applications for the Guthrie-Koch Scholarship through March 15. The flok Guthrie-Koch Scholarship Program offers financial support…