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A free summer family camp experience for children and young adults ages 7 to 21 with serious illnesses and conditions and their families Flying Horse [...]

A free summer camp for children and youth with a variety of complex medical conditions and disabilities Remember just being a carefree kid at camp? [...]

Make memories at the 2025 Sickle Cell Summer Camp in Chicago! The Sickle Cell Disease Association of Illinois (SCDAI) will host Sickle Cell Summer Camp [...]

Join the Chicago Public Library in July for a wide range of free events celebrating Disability Pride Month The Chicago Public Library will host "A [...]

Free monthly meetups for families seeking support and conversation Join Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford's Family Support Services for its Parent Support Group. The [...]

Free online support group for siblings who have lost a brother or sister with special needs Supporting Illinois Brothers and Sisters (S.I.B.S.) will host its [...]

A free, safe and inclusive space where youth ages 13 to 24 can connect with peers who understand what it’s like to live with chronic [...]

Learn how to read, understand and apply information and data in this free webinar series for caregivers and families of young children with disabilities This [...]

A free webinar series for families and professionals providing foundational resources and tools to support and improve transition planning and outcomes Join the National Technical [...]

Free district-wide back-to-school event for School District 186 students and their families Springfield Public Schools - District 186 will host the first-ever district-wide Back-to-School event [...]

A free two-part webinar series to help families, caregivers and youth with complex needs navigate the transition to adulthood Join the Division of Specialized Care [...]

A free, fun-filled event for students and their families Join the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum (ALPLM) for the "Back to School Bash" on [...]

Free back-to-school event offers resources, fun and everything needed to send your children back to school ready for success Association House of Chicago and its [...]

The annual "Backpack Attack" event for families in need is returning with new resources and three school supply pick-up sites Join the Decatur Family YMCA, [...]

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 [...]

A free back-to-school party featuring a book bag giveaway, a bouncy house, a DJ and fun for all ages Join the Chicago Park District for [...]

A traditional overnight camp experience for teens ages 14 to 19 with spina bifida and other neurological disabilities Make a lifetime of memories at YMCA [...]

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 [...]

Enjoy a fun, meaningful day at the ballpark and make a positive impact in the community! Join the United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) - Center for [...]

Inclusive summer day camp opportunities for children and youth throughout the Chicagoland area The YMCA of Metropolitan Chicago offers a wide variety of inclusive summer [...]

A summer day camp filled with fun, education and adaptive programming for children with disabilities ages 5 to 12 Join the Springfield Park District for [...]

A summer day camp for teens and adults ages 13 to 29 with disabilities Join the Springfield Park District for Camp L.E.A.P. (Learning Entirely Around [...]

Day camp featuring fun, friendship and field trips for teens with disabilities ages 11 to 22 The Rockford Park District Therapeutic Recreation Team and Northlands [...]

Inclusive day camp for children and youth ages 6 to 14 who need additional supports to navigate new social settings and the joys of summer [...]

Outreach clinics for students' physicals and immunizations are happening in every Macoupin County school district In August, the Macoupin County Public Health Department (MCPHD) will [...]

Summer camp in August for adults with disabilities will be filled with outdoor learning and fun! Join the Rockford Park District Therapeutic Recreation team for [...]

Free two-day sickle cell transition camp to help prepare youth who will be moving from pediatric care to adult health care The Sickle Cell Disease [...]

The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois (EFGSI) offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Caregiver Support Group” meets on the first Tuesday of [...]

Outreach clinics for students' physicals and immunizations are happening in every Macoupin County school district In August, the Macoupin County Public Health Department (MCPHD) will [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s in-person support group in [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s epilepsy support group in [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s in-person epilepsy support group [...]

Outreach clinics for students' physicals and immunizations are happening in every Macoupin County school district In August, the Macoupin County Public Health Department (MCPHD) will [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s in-person support group in [...]

Learn strategies for fostering literacy in children who are deaf and hard of hearing at this free virtual book fair Join the University of Chicago [...]

Outreach clinics for students' physicals and immunizations are happening in every Macoupin County school district In August, the Macoupin County Public Health Department (MCPHD) will [...]

The 2025 Illinois State Fair will offer free entertainment, activities and a dedicated quiet zone for individuals with sensory-processing needs The 2025 Illinois State Fair [...]

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 [...]

Free in-person monthly support group for anyone providing care and support for a loved one Join Culberton Memorial Hospital's Caregiver Support Group. The group meets [...]

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 [...]

A free overnight summer camp experience for children and young adults ages 7 to 21 with serious illnesses and conditions Flying Horse Farms (FHF) is [...]

Free overnight camp where youth ages 6 to 15 can explore their grief after experiencing the death of a family member or close friend BJC [...]

Outreach clinics for students' physicals and immunizations are happening in every Macoupin County school district In August, the Macoupin County Public Health Department (MCPHD) will [...]

A free, fun-filled community event to celebrate families and support area students heading back to school ​Join RSP Heating & Cooling and CASA of Southern [...]

Free event for students and their families featuring entertainment, school supplies, haircuts and braiding, and more! Join the John Walt Foundation for the sixth annual [...]

Sensory-friendly swim time for children on the autism spectrum and individuals with sensory sensitivities and their families Swanson Pool at Pottawatomie Park will host a [...]

Free community beach party for individuals with disabilities and their family members and friends Join the Beyond the Waters Beach Party at Osterman Beach on [...]

An opportunity for families with children with sensory-processing needs to enjoy The Magic House with less noise, fewer people and trained helpers Easterseals Midwest is [...]

Free laundry day offers support for substance use disorders and clean clothes Southeastern Illinois Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Treatment (SI SUPRT) will host a [...]

Outreach clinics for students' physicals and immunizations are happening in every Macoupin County school district In August, the Macoupin County Public Health Department (MCPHD) will [...]

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

The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois (EFGSI) offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Recreational Support Group” meets on the second Tuesday of [...]

A free webinar on driving requirements and readiness for self-advocates and families with a loved one with disabilities The Arc of Illinois' Family-to-Family Health Information [...]

Outreach clinics for students' physicals and immunizations are happening in every Macoupin County school district In August, the Macoupin County Public Health Department (MCPHD) will [...]

A free webinar for Spanish-speaking families providing tips for preparing their children with disabilities for the new school year Join Family Matters Parent Training and [...]

Free virtual monthly meetup for adults 18 and older affected by phenylketonuria (PKU) Join the Alliance of Phenylketonuria (PKU) Families' virtual "PKU 18+ Round Table" [...]

¡Clases de Lenguaje de Senas Americano (ASL) en Espanol! Chicago Hearing Society (CHS) ofrecerá clases familiares de lenguaje de señas americano (ASL) tanto en inglés [...]

A free in-depth training providing tips and tools for helping students with disabilities head back to school with confidence and support Family Matters Parent Training [...]

Join this discussion focusing on family support and what it looks like for self-advocates, people with disabilities and their allies The Self Advocacy Resource and [...]

Learn strategies for addressing bullying and creating an inclusive environment for children who are deaf and hard of hearing Join the University of Chicago Medicine [...]

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) [...]

A free webinar for people with disabilities, their families and supporters to learn about IL ABLE accounts. A tax-advantaged Illinois "Achieving a Better Life Experience" [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s support group in LaSalle. [...]

A free in-person monthly support group for adults with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition Join the National Alliance [...]

Free pop-up farmers market in Benton The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services' HealthChoice Illinois and Aetna Better Health of Illinois will host a [...]

A free opportunity for individuals with autism and other intellectual disabilities and their families to explore the airport and practice the boarding process alongside airline [...]

A free webinar for families with children with disabilities on understanding your special education rights under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) The Family [...]

Enjoy a sensory-friendly evening of fun, connection and relaxation Join the Autism Society Southern Illinois for a "Sensory-Friendly Swim Event" on Aug. 16 from 6:30 [...]

A free one-week camp for kids and teens who have experienced the death of a parent, sibling or primary caregiver Join Experience Camps at Camps [...]

The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois (EFGSI) offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Educational Support Group” meets on the third Tuesday of [...]

Free laundry day offers support for substance use disorders and clean clothes Southeastern Illinois Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Treatment (SI SUPRT) will host a [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s in-person epilepsy support group [...]

Learn about a new bilingual in-person and/or virtual support program aimed at helping Latino and Hispanic families access resources The Arc of Illinois and Community [...]

Free webinar on strategies for supporting children who are deaf or hard of hearing as they move from Early Intervention services into school settings Join [...]

Free monthly virtual meeting for individuals seeking resources and support in their role as a brother or sister to someone with a disability Join Supporting [...]

Practice, build skills and make new friends playing adaptive soccer Join the Chatham Soccer Association (CSA) and The KASE (Kind and Silly Every Day) Project [...]

PLEASE NOTE that this event has been canceled. Join Illinois Hands & Voices Guide By Your Side for the "Back to School Family Picnic" on [...]

Free event offering music, crafts, games and back-to-school book bags The Chicago Park District and What About Us will host a "Back-to-School Event and Open [...]

A quieter, low-sensory opportunity for guests to explore the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry The Griffin Museum of Science and Industry Chicago is hosting [...]

Free virtual support group for families and caregivers of loved ones with intellectual and developmental disabilities Join The Arc of Illinois' virtual Family Support Group [...]

Free monthly meetups for families seeking support and conversation Join Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford's Family Support Services for its Parent Support Group. The [...]

A free, safe and inclusive space where youth ages 13 to 24 can connect with peers who understand what it’s like to live with chronic [...]

Free online monthly bereavement support group for families who have lost a loved one to congenital heart disease Join Conquering Congenital Heart Disease (Conquering CHD) [...]

Enjoy a free music class designed for fun and supporting your child’s developmental milestones Join Crisis Nursery's Paving Pathways and the Champaign Park District for [...]

Learn how to navigate the evaluation process and secure the support your child needs in this free webinar for families with children with disabilities Join [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s support group in DeKalb. [...]

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s support group for the [...]

Free virtual toilet training session focusing on tips and resources for young children with disabilities STAR NET Region IV will host "Our Trip to Successful [...]

Outreach clinics for students' physicals and immunizations are happening in every Macoupin County school district In August, the Macoupin County Public Health Department (MCPHD) will [...]