DSCC Family Advisory Council Open Forum

DSCC Family Advisory Council logo showing a colorful chain of stick figures holding hands in front of an outline of the state of Illinois

Thursday, November 6, 2025, 9:00 am - 11:00 am

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...

Webinar – “Parent-School Communication Strategies That Work”

Thursday, November 6, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

A free workshop exploring practical, research-based communication strategies that strengthen collaboration between families and schools for caregivers and professionals who support students with disabilities Join...

Caregiver Support Group in Rushville

Thursday, November 6, 2025, 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Free in-person monthly support group for anyone providing care and support for a loved one Join Culberton Memorial Hospital's Caregiver Support Group. The group meets...

Epilepsy Evening Virtual Support Group

Thursday, November 6, 2025, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

A free virtual support group for people with epilepsy, their caregivers and community members who want to learn more about supporting them Join the Epilepsy...

Red Kite Storyhoppers-Session 2 for Children on the Autism Spectrum and a Caregiver in Chicago

Sunday, November 9, 2025, 10:30 am - 11:15 am

Fun, interactive creative drama class for youth on the autism spectrum ages 4 to 7 and a participating grown-up The Chicago Children's Theatre will host...

2025 Medical Insurance Grant Deadline for Illinois Families With a Child With Autism

Monday, November 10, 2025, All Day

Illinois families with a child with autism can apply for the 2025 Medical Insurance Grant The Autism Hero Project is accepting applications for the "2025...

Free Laundry Day in Harrisburg

Monday, November 10, 2025, 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Free laundry day offers support for substance use disorders and clean clothes Southeastern Illinois Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Treatment (SI SUPRT) will host a...

Virtual Community Calls – Peer Support Groups for Caregivers of Children and Individuals With PKU

Monday, November 10, 2025, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

A free virtual, monthly opportunity to learn, share and build connections for caregivers of individuals with PKU The National Phenylketonuria (PKU) Alliance hosts monthly Community...

Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois Monthly Recreational Support Group in Belleville

Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois (EFGSI) offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Recreational Support Group” meets on the second Tuesday of...

Monthly Virtual Alliance of Phenylketonuria (PKU) Round Table Meet-Up for 18 and Older

Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Free virtual monthly meetup for adults 18 and older affected by phenylketonuria (PKU) Join the Alliance of Phenylketonuria (PKU) Families' virtual "PKU 18+ Round Table"...