“Special Education 101: Everything Educators and Families Need to Know!” in Chicago

Thursday, August 8, 2024, 9:00 am - 3:00 pm

Free in-person workshop focusing on special education terminology, understanding the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and other topics Join STAR NET Chicago Region V...

Sensory-Friendly Hours and Activities at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield

Thursday, August 8, 2024 - Sunday, August 11, 2024, 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

The 2024 Illinois State Fair will offer free entertainment, activities and a dedicated quiet zone for individuals with sensory-processing needs The 2024 Illinois State Fair...

Gallatin County Schools Open House in Junction

Thursday, August 8, 2024, 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm

Enjoy free food, fun and learning about community resources at the Gallatin County Schools Open House for all students and their families! Don't miss the...

Back-to-School Bash and Community Resource Fair in McHenry

Friday, August 9, 2024, 12:00 am

Join the back-to-school fun and learn about community resources! Join McHenry Community High School and Kids in Need McHenry County for the Back-to-School Bash on...

PKU Organization of Illinois Family Camp in Lacon

Friday, August 9, 2024, All Day

Illinois Low Protein Camp for individuals with PKU and inborn errors of metabolism and their families. Join the Phenylketonuria (PKU) Organization of Illinois for "Family...

STAR NET Chicago Moms’ Retreat

Saturday, August 10, 2024, All Day

Join this special retreat for Chicago moms with children with disabilities ages 8 and younger STAR NET Region V  will host "Moms' Retreat: Reconnect with...

The Hand Up Summit for Area Families in Mt. Vernon

Saturday, August 10, 2024, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

The Hand Up Summit will offer free services and helpful information for families The Drug Court Coalition of Jefferson County will host the Hand Up...

Sensory-Friendly Family Night at the Magic House in St. Louis

Sunday, August 11, 2024, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

An opportunity for families with children with sensory-processing needs to enjoy The Magic House with less noise, fewer people and trained helpers Easterseals Midwest is...

Webinar Series – “Transition with Disabilities: Transition Rights” / Serie Transición con Discapacidades: Derechos de Transición”

Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Free webinar for youth with disabilities and their families/caregivers on the transition to adulthood and important information to know The transition with disabilities series from...

Caregiver Connections in Decatur

Tuesday, August 13, 2024, 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Free event for caregivers of young children and youth up to age 17 to share, ask questions and receive support Join Heritage Behavioral Health Center...