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SPEED Transition Expo in Chicago Heights

Friday, March 27, 2026, 02:30 PM

Connect with resources and explore post-high school opportunities and transition services at this free event for students with disabilities, their families and community members SPEED...

Virtual – “Shooting Stars: A Family Grief Expression Event”

Saturday, March 28, 2026, 11:00 AM

Camp | Webinar

A free, special event for kids and families grieving the death of someone close Join Eluna's Camp Erin Online for a virtual family grief expression...

Virtual – “Family Leaders Collaborative Conference: Caring for the Whole Child – Money, Mind and Disability Support Systems”

Monday, March 30, 2026, 12:00 PM

Conference | Webinar

A free virtual learning series on Mondays in March for families and caregivers This free, virtual series, entitled "Family Leaders Collaborative Conference: Caring for the...

Webinar – “Household Hazards: Keeping Kids Safe at Home”

Monday, March 30, 2026, 12:00 PM

Webinar

Learn about potential safety hazards and how to make things safer in and around your home in this free webinar Join HealthyChildren.org for “Household Hazards:...

Virtual – Family Support Group from The Arc of Illinois

Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 04:30 PM

Support Group

Free virtual support group for families and caregivers of loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities Join The Arc of Illinois' virtual Family Support Group...

Virtual – “Charting My Course: Youth Advocacy Group”

Thursday, April 9, 2026, 03:00 PM

Support Group | Webinar

A free monthly advocacy group where youth ages 14 to 22 will explore their transition plans and build confidence for life after high school Join...

Play for All at Chicago Children’s Museum

Sunday, April 12, 2026, 10:00 AM

Playdate | Special Event

A special morning of play for children and families with disabilities Join the Chicago Children's Museum for its Play for All event on April 12...

DSCC Family Education Webinar Series: Estate and Financial Planning

Tuesday, April 14, 2026, 06:00 PM

Training | Webinar

Free webinar series covering SNAP benefits, estate and financial planning, and caregiver mental health Join the Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) to learn...

Webinar – “It’s Go Time: Toilet Training for Children with Autism and Developmental Delays”

Thursday, April 16, 2026, 12:00 PM

Webinar

A free webinar for caregivers, educators, therapists and anyone involved in the life of a child with autism or developmental disabilities Join the Resource Center...

2026 Developmental Differences Resource Fair in Chicago

Saturday, April 18, 2026, 05:00 PM

Health Fair | Resource Fair

A resource fair with workshops and resources for families with children with developmental differences The Chicago non-profit Neighborhood Parents Network will host the Developmental Differences Resource...