Lombard - UIC Division of Specialized Care for Children

Free Virtual and In-Person Family Sign Language Classes in Chicago

Monday, April 6, 2026, All day

Free virtual and in-person sign language classes in English and Spanish will begin in April The Chicago Hearing Society (CHS) will provide Family American Sign...

Webinar – 2026 Camp Independence Virtual Open House

Monday, April 6, 2026, 06:00 PM

Camp | Webinar

Get a sneak peek into the summer adventures awaiting overnight campers with spina bifida at Camp Independence in Ingleside! Join the YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago...

Webinar – “Self-Advocacy Skills: Empowering Individuals with Disabilities”

Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 10:00 AM

Webinar

Join this free webinar for caregivers to gain practical strategies to help your child with disabilities find their voice and use it with confidence Family...

Webinar – Digital Literacy Series: “Frauds and Scams”

Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 10:00 AM

Training | Webinar

A free, four-part webinar series to help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), their parents and support workers build skills for today's digital world...

DuPage Children’s Museum Adaptive Play Time

Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 08:00 AM

Playdate | Special Event

An opportunity for families of children with disabilities to experience the museum with fewer guests and a less stimulating environment The DuPage Children's Museum (DCM)...

Webinar Series on Transitioning From Pediatric to Adult Health Care: “Pap Camp: Your Health, Your Access, Your Power”

Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 11:00 AM

Webinar

Gain practical strategies, tools and resources in this free webinar series on transitioning from pediatric to adult health care for youth with complex medical needs...

Webinar – Learn About “Camp I Am Me” in Ingleside for Children and Youth With Burn Injuries

Thursday, April 9, 2026, 12:30 PM

Camp | Webinar

A virtual opportunity for parents and caregivers to ask questions and learn about Illinois’ free summer camp for young burn survivors Join the Illinois Fire...

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...

Chuck E. Cheese “Sensory Sensitive Sundays” in Illinois

Sunday, April 12, 2026, 09:00 AM

Special Event

Enjoy a calm, sensory-sensitive morning for children with sensory sensitivities and their families Chuck E. Cheese will host the next "Sensory Sensitive Sundays" on April...

Virtual – “Family Voices Leadership Conference 2026” and Pre-Conference

Monday, April 13, 2026, All day

Conference | Webinar

Learn, network and gain skills to build strategic partnerships, strengthen family engagement and improve outcomes for families and the systems of care that serve them...