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Heroes Unite Autism Acceptance and Child Abuse Prevention Celebration in Elgin

Saturday, April 25, 2026, 01:00 PM

A free community event for people of all ages and abilities to raise awareness and provide information about Autism Acceptance Month and Child Abuse Prevention...

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

Tuesday, April 28, 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...

Webinar – Assistive Technology Series: “The Team Agrees Assistive Technology Is a Need – Now What?”

Tuesday, April 28, 2026, 12:00 PM

Webinar

A free, two-part series for Illinois families with questions about using, learning and advocating for assistive technology for people with disabilities Join Family Matters Parent...

Autism Conference 2026 “Sharing Knowledge, Inspiring Action” in Normal

Wednesday, April 29, 2026, All day

Conference

A conference on autism inclusion, neurodiversity in the workplace and more for parents, caregivers and teachers The Autism Professional Learning and Universal Supports Project (A+),...

Hybrid Event – The Arc of Illinois 76th Annual Convention in Normal

Wednesday, April 29, 2026, All day

Conference

An in-person and online (hybrid) convention for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities, their families and providers Join The Arc of Illinois for its 76th annual...

Webinar Series on Transitioning From Pediatric to Adult Health Care: “Putting the Good in Goodbye: Acknowledging, Managing and Celebrating the Shift to Adult Care”

Wednesday, April 29, 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...

DuPage Children’s Museum Adaptive Play Time in Naperville

Wednesday, May 6, 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 – WISE Event to Learn About the Work Incentives Planning and Assistance (WIPA) Program

Thursday, May 7, 2026, 12:00 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...

DSCC Family Advisory Council Open Forum

Thursday, May 7, 2026, 09:00 AM

Family Advisory Council | Webinar

A virtual forum for all families of children with special healthcare needs and disabilities to share their feedback and experiences Family input is important to...

Glow Wild Sensory-Friendly Night at Brookfield Zoo in Chicago

Thursday, May 7, 2026, 06:00 PM

Special Event

A sensory-friendly opportunity to explore the zoo and wander illuminated pathways surrounded by handcrafted lanterns inspired by wildlife, global traditions and mythical worlds Join Brookfield...