Webinar – “Educational Surrogate Parent Training”

Monday, August 5, 2024, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Free training for Illinois residents interested in becoming an Educational Surrogate Parent for children with disabilities Would you like to make a difference in the...

Webinar – “Preparing for Back to School”

Monday, August 5, 2024, 9:00 am - 10:00 am

Free webinar with tips to help families and their children prepare for returning to school Join Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center for "Preparing...

Camp O for Children and Youth with Disabilities in Chicago

Monday, August 5, 2024, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Inclusive day camp for children and youth ages 6 to 15 who need additional supports to navigate new social settings and the joys of summer...

TLC Sensory Place Monday Funday in Canton

Monday, August 5, 2024, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Free Monday "Fundays" provide a break for families and sensory fun for children of all abilities! Join Trinity Lutheran Church for "TLC Sensory Place Monday...

Free Virtual and In-Person Family Sign Language Classes

Monday, August 5, 2024, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Free virtual and in-person sign language classes in English and Spanish running from August through September The CHS (Chicago Hearing Society) is offering free Family...

Webinar – “Alphabet Soup of Government Benefits”

Tuesday, August 6, 2024, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Free webinar for families with loved ones with disabilities on government benefits and planning for the future It's never too early to start planning for...

2024 DuPage County Back-to-School Fair and Dental Clinic

Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 11:00 am - 6:00 pm

A free, drive-thru back-to-school fair providing school supplies and services for low-income families in DuPage County Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet is hosting the 2024...

Hangout Jr. Family Event at Glacial Park in Ringwood

Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

An opportunity for families and their children with autism ages 6-10 explore Glacier Park Join Options & Advocacy for McHenry County for its Hangout Jr....

Chicagoland Summer in the C.I.T.Y. Playground Tour in Lake Zurich

Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Have fun all summer long at playdates for all abilities at parks throughout Chicagoland Join C.I.T.Y. of Support for the all abilities "Summer in the...

Webinar – “Navigating the IEP Process: Special Education Rights”

Wednesday, August 7, 2024, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Free webinar providing parents an overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and how to navigate the IEP meeting Join the Family Resource Center on...