“Next Steps to Adulthood: Planning for Transition” includes a free webinar series and in-person workshop. The University of Illinois at Chicago Institute on Disability and Human Development (IDHD) Developmental Disability Family Clinics present “Next Steps to Adulthood:…
Regional offices donate “birthday cakes” filled with items for nonprofits across Illinois. A dozen charities across the state are benefiting from a special service project in honor of the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized…
Open-captioned performances, touch tours, audio-described performances and autism/sensory-friendly performances available for upcoming theater productions. Chicago’s Lifeline Theatre offers a number of accessible shows this fall and winter for individuals with disabilities. A full list of the…
Data helps DSCC put children with special healthcare needs at the center of a seamless support system. The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) partners with families to help…
Pilot study of barriers to and promising practices for the inclusion of diverse families in a peer support program. Parents of children with disabilities benefit from receiving support from other parents who have a child…
DSCC parent Gina Jones will work with families north of Interstate 80. The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is proud to welcome a new part-time Family Liaison to…
ComEd launched a utility assistance program for those facing unexpected medical expenses The HEAL program helps ComEd customers pay their electric bill when they experience unexpected medical expenses. HEAL comes from the Hospital-Based Energy Assistance and…
“It’s a wonderful place of serenity and refuge.” Outside the Naperville location of Almost Home Kids, a garden has been created for children, siblings, parents, guests, and volunteers. Visitors enjoy the soothing water fountain, figures of kites, flowers, and deer…
Special needs screenings of family-friendly movies These are family-friendly movies for children with special needs and their siblings. Lights are turned up and volume is lowered to create a more sensory friendly experience. Children are welcome…
Your experiences and preferences with health insurance could earn you $75. John Snow, Inc., a health care research and consulting organization, is conducting a family focus group to learn opinions about children’s health insurance. Focus group…
