Springfield Events

Virtual – Monthly Grief Support Group for Families

Thursday, April 24, 2025, 08:00 PM

Support Group

Free support, connection and guidance for your family's healing journey. After experiencing the death of someone close to us, we often feel lost, alone and...

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Webinar – “Navigating the IEP Process: Special Education Rights”

Saturday, April 26, 2025, 10:00 AM

Webinar

Free webinar providing parents an overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and how to navigate the IEP meeting Join the Family Resource Center on...

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Epilepsy Evening Virtual Support Group

Thursday, May 1, 2025, 06:30 PM

Support Group

A free virtual support group for people with epilepsy, their caregivers and community members who want to learn more about supporting them Join the Epilepsy...

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2025 “Mom’s Retreat – For Moms of Children With Disabilities” in Galena

Friday, May 2, 2025, All day

Retreat

An overnight training and retreat for mothers and caregivers of children with disabilities focusing on learning, laughing, networking and self-care Join STAR NET Region I...

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Webinar – “Navigating the Transition Plan: Special Education Rights”

Saturday, May 3, 2025, 10:00 AM

Webinar

A free webinar for parents and caregivers of teens and young adults with disabilities focusing on the Illinois education system and important steps to preparing...

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“Sensory Friendly Science Time” at the Science Center

Sunday, May 4, 2025, 11:00 AM

Playdate   |   Special Event

Free sensory-friendly science time for people who need a calmer and quieter opportunity to explore Join the St. Louis Science Center for "Sensory Friendly Science...

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Virtual – Parents Raising Children with Autism Support Group for English Speakers

Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 05:00 PM

Support Group

Find support and share experiences with other parents raising children with autism at this free monthly support group Join Easterseals Joliet Region's support group for...

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Webinar Series – “Know Your Options”

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 12:00 PM

Webinar

A free, monthly webinar series for families and individuals who have received an early notification/were selected for PUNS (Prioritization for Urgency of Need for Services)...

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DSCC Family Advisory Council Open Forum

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 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...

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Webinar – “Not So Puzzling: Autism and Social Narratives”

Thursday, May 8, 2025, 12:00 PM

Webinar

A free webinar for families, caregivers, educators and other professionals on writing and using social narratives Join the Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays...

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