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Sisters sit on each side of Santa posing for photos. They are in front of a festive background featuring a Christmas tree and a bright blue sky with falling snow. The girls are smiling and wearing matching sweaters and glasses, and have their hair braided in shoulder-length pigtails. One is holding a bell and the other has her hand on her head, like she is making a reindeer antler.

Make Holiday Memories at an Inclusive Event Near You

November 11th, 2026

Connect as a family and celebrate the season at inclusive and sensory-friendly events across Illinois and nearby communities! The holiday season offers many opportunities to make special memories. But the large crowds, loud sounds and…

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Home Care Nurses, We Need Your Input!

October 1st, 2026

Your feedback can help guide future improvements to the Home Care Program Attention in-home nurses who care for children and adults in the Home Care Program! We have a short survey asking about the challenges…

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Share Your Feedback on a New MFTD Waiver Service

September 15th, 2026

The proposed change would allow legally responsible adults to provide certified nursing assistance services to participants under age 21 Families have an opportunity to share feedback on a proposed new service available through the Medicaid…

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