Chicago Core and Central Events - UIC Division of Specialized Care for Children

Webinar – “Tips and Tools for Homes and Schools”

Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 12:00 PM

A free webinar providing strategies to use at home and in the classroom to build academic, social and leisure goals for children with autism or...

Webinar – “Los programas del Depto de Servicios de Rehabilitacion (DRS) Programas de Exencion de Medicaid”

Thursday, February 19, 2026, 05:30 PM

Webinar

A free webinar for Spanish speakers to learn about the Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Medicaid Waiver Programs The Arc of Illinois will host "Los programas...

Webinar Series on Transition to Adulthood – “Medicaid Home and Community-Based Waiver Services”

Friday, February 20, 2026, 12:00 PM

Education | Webinar

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...

Red Kite Storyhoppers-Session 2/Winter 2026 for Children on the Autism Spectrum and a Caregiver in Chicago

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 10:30 AM

Class | Workshop

Fun, interactive creative drama class for youth on the autism spectrum ages 4 to 7 and a participating grown-up The Chicago Children’s Theatre will host...

2026 GoBabyGo Custom, Electric Ride-On Car Workshop for Illinois Children in Winnetka and Northfield

Thursday, February 26, 2026, All day

Special Event | Workshop

Young children in Illinois with spina bifida and/or mobility deficits are eligible to receive a free custom electric ride-on car The Illinois Spina Bifida Association...

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

Friday, February 27, 2026, 01:00 PM

Webinar

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...

“2026 Rising Moms Caregivers Retreat” in Lake Geneva, Wis.

Friday, February 27, 2026, All day

Retreat

A soul-nourishing weekend created for moms raising children with disabilities The Rising Lights Project will host the “2026 Rising Moms Caregivers Retreat” at Lodge Geneva...

Virtual – Advocate Children’s Hospital Sibshops for Children

Saturday, February 28, 2026, 10:00 AM

Support Group

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 Join...

Virtual – Meet Deaf Belle and Enjoy a Story in ASL

Saturday, March 7, 2026, 08:30 AM

Special Event | Webinar

Children everywhere can enjoy a story in American Sign Language and meet Deaf Belle! Language First will host Deaf Belle on Zoom on March 7...

Virtual – “Charting My Course: Youth Advocacy Group”

Thursday, March 12, 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...