Virtual – Loss of a Special Needs Sibling Supporting Group

Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Free online support group for siblings who have lost a brother or sister with special needs Supporting Illinois Brothers and Sisters (S.I.B.S.) will host its...

Virtual -“Youth CHYPchats: A Monthly Online Community for Youth Managing Chronic Pain”

Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

A free, safe and inclusive space where youth ages 13 to 24 can connect with peers who understand what it’s like to live with chronic...

Webinar – “Family Data Leaders Series (DASY)”

Thursday, July 31, 2025, 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Learn how to read, understand and apply information and data in this free webinar series for caregivers and families of young children with disabilities This...

Webinar Series – “Pathways to Possibilities” Webinar Series on the Transition to Adulthood

Thursday, July 31, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

A free webinar series for families and professionals providing foundational resources and tools to support and improve transition planning and outcomes Join the National Technical...

Springfield Public Schools Back-to-School Event

Thursday, July 31, 2025, 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Free district-wide back-to-school event for School District 186 students and their families Springfield Public Schools - District 186 will host the first-ever district-wide Back-to-School event...

Webinar – “Preparing for Adulthood: A Roadmap for the Future – Session Two: Empowering Parents and Caregivers”

A winding road with two location markers and the text, "Preparing for Adulthood: A Roadmap for the Future Webinar Series" and the University of Illinois Chicago's Division of Specialized Care for Children logo

Thursday, July 31, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

A free two-part webinar series to help families, caregivers and youth with complex needs navigate the transition to adulthood Join the Division of Specialized Care...

Annual “Backpack Attack” Event and Resource Fair in Decatur

Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:00 am - 11:00 am

The annual "Backpack Attack" event for families in need is returning with new resources and three school supply pick-up sites Join the Decatur Family YMCA,...

Back 2 School Health Fair in Chicago

Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Free back-to-school event offers resources, fun and everything needed to send your children back to school ready for success Association House of Chicago and its...

Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum’s “Back to School Bash” in Springfield

Saturday, August 2, 2025, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

A free, fun-filled event for students and their families Join the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) for the "Back to School Bash" on...

Webinar – “Navigating the Transition Plan: Special Education Rights”

Saturday, August 2, 2025, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm

A free webinar for parents and caregivers of teens and young adults with disabilities focusing on the Illinois education system and important steps to preparing...