KEEN (Kids Enjoy Exercise Now) Chicago offers youth with disabilities and volunteer coaches free, non-competitive, one-on-one programs that provide physical activity, fun, and support for the overall health and well-being of all participants. Programs are open to all youth ages 5 to 21 with physical or developmental disabilities. Indoor and outdoor recreational activities are available year-round. Registration for programs takes place quarterly.

KEEN Chicago programs are age-appropriate and tailored to each athlete’s needs. Athletes can choose from a wide variety of camps, programs and day trips, including sports, yoga, swimming, dance and more. Fill out the New Athletes Enrollment Form online to learn more about becoming a KEEN Chicago athlete.

For questions, please contact KEEN at (312) 876-2535 or info@keenchicago.org.

The Childhood Tracheostomy Alliance is a non-profit created by families and healthcare providers working together to transform the care and quality of life of children with tracheostomy and ventilator dependence and their families. The Alliance is focused on educating communities, improving access to in-home support and supplies, helping with out-of-pocket medical expenses, and providing a network of support from both caregivers and healthcare professionals. The Childhood Tracheostomy Alliance website includes:

• Frequently asked questions and terms about tracheostomy and mechanical ventilation
• Annual caregiver grants
• A list of resources by state

For questions, please contact the Childhood Tracheostomy Alliance.

The PKU Organization of Illinois awards the Andrew Craig Memorial Scholarship annually to qualified individuals with phenylketonuria (PKU) or allied disorders. Eligible applicants may receive scholarships of up to $2,000. The scholarship applicant requirements include:

• Having PKU or an Allied Disorder diagnosis
• Currently residing in Illinois
• Enrolling to attend an accredited college, university, or vocational school for the fall semester of the current calendar year

A student may receive more than one scholarship during their secondary education, but not in consecutive years.

For questions, please contact the PKU Organization at pkuillinois@gmail.com.

BRIC Foundation (Break, Reinvent, Impact, and Change) is a non-profit company focused on increasing representation in entertainment, gaming, media and tech. BRIC works with leaders across these industries and with government and education partners to create inclusive opportunities for women and underrepresented people to succeed. BRIC Foundation’s student programming includes:

• Summer Internships
• Creative academies
• BRIC Student Communities providing virtual Art Jams and industry speakers

For questions or more information, contact the BRIC Foundation.

The Conversation Project is an initiative of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement (IHI) to help people talk about their wishes for care at the end of life so others can understand and respect them. The project offers free tools, videos and other resources to help make difficult conversations with loved ones easier. Resources are available in English, Spanish, Chinese and Audio (English). Guide topics include:

• A conversation starter guide
• Talking to your health team
• What matters to me workbook for people with serious illness
• How to start talking with a child who is living with a serious illness about the health care that is right for them
• Encouraging conversations in your community

For questions, please email The Conversation Project at conversationproject@IHI.org.

211 DuPage provides information and access to trained local specialists who listen and help connect people with a wide range of resources that meet all their underlying needs, not just the one that prompted the call, text or email. 211 DuPage can help connect people with programs and services, including:

• Emergency counseling
• Disaster assistance
• Food, health care and insurance assistance
• Stable housing and utilities payment assistance
• Employment services
• Childcare and family services
• Veteran services and more

Fun4theDisabled is a community created by, for and about people with disabilities to help everyone live their best lives. Fun4theDisabled creates video and content highlighting opportunities for people with disabilities in the community, connecting them with organizations, programs and events that provide accessibility in inclusive and fun ways.

Fun4theDisabled resources include:

• Tools and information on planning for emergencies and disaster
• Video tours of Chicago-area sites, including the National Museum of Mexican Art, Navy Pier, Lincoln Park Zoo and more
• Videos featuring disability leaders, health topics and more on their Fun4theDisabled YouTube channel

For questions, please contact Fun4theDisabled at (312) 380-9738 or fun@fun4thedisabled.com.

Enjoy Illinois offers inspiration and accessibility information for travelers with disabilities, including independent and assisted wheelchair users and people with hidden disabilities. The website features information on attractions throughout Illinois, transportation options and video tours of Chicago museums, landmarks and the #AccessibleChicago docuseries from Fun4theDisabled.

The Inclusive Care Clinic (ICC) at the University of Illinois Chicago’s College of Dentistry offers comprehensive, preventive and integrated (multidisciplinary) dental treatment for patients 15 years of age or older with a wide range of physical and developmental disabilities. The ICC serves individuals with autism, physical disabilities, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and behavioral and other conditions.

The clinic includes:

• A sensory room
• A wheelchair lift
• Private treatment rooms
• Noise-cancelling headphones
• Personal entertainment tablets
• Weighted blankets

For questions, please contact ICC at (312) 355-1641.

The Salvation Army St. Clair County provides a variety of programs and services to help individuals and families remove barriers, build job skills, find childcare and remain in their homes. It offers:

• After-school programs where youth and teens have a safe place to complete homework, learn new skills and relax with friends
• Pathway to Hope program that helps families identify barriers and address them by connecting with community support organizations and more
• Homelessness prevention services
• Emergency help with rent/mortgage, utility bills and other needs to keep families in their homes

For questions, please contact the Salvation Army St. Clair County in Belleville, Ill., at (618) 235-7378.