“SIBSgiving” for Individuals Supporting a Brother or Sister With a Disability in Lombard

Sunday, November 16, 2025, 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

An opportunity to connect, share and celebrate the season with other brothers or sisters supporting someone with a disability Supporting Illinois Brothers and Sisters (S.I.B.S.)...

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

Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

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

Webinar – “Navigating the Ups and Downs of Caregiving: Managing Stress and Finding Support”

Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

A free webinar for all caregivers exploring the mental health impacts of caregiving and providing practical help for balancing the many challenges Join Mental Health...

Epilepsy Advocacy Network Support Group in Springfield

Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s in-person epilepsy support group...

Webinar – “Introduction to Specific Learning Disabilities: A Guide for Parents”

Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

A free event to equip parents and caregivers with an understanding of specific learning disabilities (SLD) and strategies for supporting students with learning differences The...

Webinar – “Visual Supports for Social Emotional Learning”

Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

Parents and professionals will learn how to empower young autistic learners with visual supports for social-emotional growth! Join the Resource Center for Autism and Developmental...

Webinar – “Stay Covered: Open Enrollment Essentials for Rare Disease Families”

Wednesday, November 19, 2025, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

A free webinar to help families with loved ones with rare diseases understand their insurance plan and what to look for during open enrollment The...

Webinar – “Building Collaborative IEP Teams”

Thursday, November 20, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm

A free training for caregivers and professionals to strengthen Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting teamwork, student-centered planning and outcomes Family Matters Parent Training and Information...

Webinar – “El Programa CARE de la ciudad de Evanston”

Thursday, November 20, 2025, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

A free webinar for Spanish speakers to learn how Evanston's Crisis Alternative Response Evanston (CARE) is fostering partnerships among behavioral health professionals, first responders and...

“The SpongeBob Musical: Sensory-Friendly Preview” in Elgin

Thursday, November 20, 2025, 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

Cheer on SpongeBob at this free sensory-friendly musical for fans of all ages and abilities Join the Children's Theatre of Elgin (CTE) and the Autism...