“Messy Day at the J: Sensory-Friendly Edition” in Northbrook

Sunday, February 16, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Families can enjoy Messy Day the sensory-friendly way in Northbrook! Join JCC Chicago at the J (Bernard Weinger JCC) for "Messy Day at the J:...

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

Tuesday, February 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...

Epilepsy Advocacy Network Support Group in Springfield

Tuesday, February 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 – “Supported Decision-Making”

Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Free webinar for families and caregivers on the supported decision-making (SDM) tool and supporting your loved ones with disabilities in the decision-making process Join the...

Webinar – “Planning an IEP Team Meeting for Your Child with Mental Health Challenges”

Wednesday, February 19, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

A free webinar on preparing for a positive Individualized Education Program (IEP) team approach to support a child’s mental health needs in school Join the...

Webinar in Spanish/Seminario Web en Espanol – “La Salud Menta”

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

Free webinar for Spanish speakers providing tips and coping skills for caregivers to prevent burnout Join The Arc of Illinois and the National Alliance on...

Webinar – “Bullying, What Can Parents Do?”

Thursday, February 20, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Learn about the types of bullying and essential tools to prevent it at this free webinar for families Join Family Matters Parent Training & Information...

Virtual – “SIBStastic Thursdays” for Individuals Supporting a Brother or Sister With a Disability

Thursday, February 20, 2025, 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Free monthly virtual meeting for individuals seeking resources and support in their role as a brother or sister to someone with a disability Join Supporting...

Virtual – Advocate Children’s Hospital Sibshops for Teens

Friday, February 21, 2025, 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Free, virtual educational and activity-based group for teens ages 12 and up who have a brother or sister with a disability or chronic condition Advocate...

Virtual – Advocate Children’s Hospital Sibshops for Children

Saturday, February 22, 2025, 10:00 am - 11:30 am

Free, virtual educational and activity-based group for children ages 6 to 11 who have a brother or sister with a disability or chronic condition Advocate...