IDD System Redesign Coalition Virtual Listening Session

Thursday, January 22, 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

A virtual listening session for individuals, families and professionals to help shape the future of services in Illinois for people with medical complexity and intellectual...

Sibshops for Siblings of Children with Disabilities in Huntley

Saturday, January 24, 2026, 11:30 am - 1:30 pm

A free opportunity for siblings of children with disabilities to make friends and spend time with peers in a recreational setting Join the Northern Illinois...

Autism Awareness Night with the Rockford IceHogs

Sunday, January 25, 2026, 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Spend a family-friendly evening with the Rockford IceHogs to promote and support autism awareness Join Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford for “Autism Awareness Night...

Webinar – WISE Event to Learn About the Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Program

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm

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...

Family Support Services’ Parent Support Group in Freeport

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Share parenting experiences, resources and uplift one another at this free support group for parents of children with autism and other disabilities Hope Wins and...

Virtual Listening Session for Medicaid Managed Care for Current and Former Youth in Care

Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

An opportunity for current and former youth in care, and those who support them, to provide feedback and suggestions regarding Medicaid managed care (currently YouthCare)...

Webinar – “Kids’ Vaccines: The When, Why and What to Expect”

Friday, January 30, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

A free webinar to help families learn about routine childhood immunizations and make informed, confident choices for their kids Join HealthyChildren.org for “Kids’ Vaccines: The...

Webinar Series on Transition to Adulthood – “Key Questions Families Should Ask in Secondary Transition Planning”

Friday, January 30, 2026, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

A free, four-part webinar series for families and educators providing practical tools and resources for strengthening transition planning for youth with disabilities in Illinois Join...

IDD System Redesign Coalition Listening Session in Vernon Hills

Friday, January 30, 2026, 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

An in-person listening session for individuals, families and professionals to help shape the future of services in Illinois for people with medical complexity and intellectual...

People In Need Forum 2026 in Crystal Lake

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 8:30 am - 1:00 pm

Free community event featuring workshops, over 30 exhibitors and a diverse range of community resources and support Join McHenry County College and other sponsors for...