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Chicago Children’s Theatre – Virtual Camp Red Kite - _12HSTARTTIME - Chicago Children's Theatre - Virtual Camp Red Kite
MDA Virtual Summer Camp – Central Time Zone Session - _12HSTARTTIME - MDA Virtual Summer Camp - Central Time Zone Session
YMCA Camp Independence Virtual Camp for Ages 7-13 - _12HSTARTTIME - YMCA Camp Independence Virtual Camp for Ages 7-13
Virtual American Sign Language for Kids Camp for Grades 1-5 - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual American Sign Language for Kids Camp for Grades 1-5
Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Teen Leadership Camp - _12HSTARTTIME - Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Teen Leadership Camp
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North Star Reach Cardiology Camp-at-Home - _12HSTARTTIME - North Star Reach Cardiology Camp-at-Home
Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Camp Sign at Gage Park – Tuesday and Thursday - _12HSTARTTIME - Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Camp Sign at Gage Park - Tuesday and Thursday
Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Camp Sign Online - _12HSTARTTIME - Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Camp Sign Online
Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Camp Sign at Horner Park – Tuesday and Thursday - _12HSTARTTIME - Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Camp Sign at Horner Park - Tuesday and Thursday
Webinar – “Nutrition and Brain Health for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Nutrition and Brain Health for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities"
Webinar – “In the Room: Being the Dad” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "In the Room: Being the Dad"
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Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Camp Sign at Gage Park – Wednesday and Friday - _12HSTARTTIME - Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Camp Sign at Gage Park - Wednesday and Friday
Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Camp Sign at Horner Park – Wednesday and Friday - _12HSTARTTIME - Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Camp Sign at Horner Park - Wednesday and Friday
Webinar – “Plan de Transición” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Plan de Transición"
Virtual SAILS Program – Supporting Adolescents With Independent Life Skills - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual SAILS Program - Supporting Adolescents With Independent Life Skills
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Illini Virtual Camps – Wheelchair Basketball - _12HSTARTTIME - Illini Virtual Camps - Wheelchair Basketball
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Chicago Children’s Theatre – Virtual Camp Red Kite - _12HSTARTTIME - Chicago Children's Theatre - Virtual Camp Red Kite
Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center’s Inclusive Youth Adventure Day Camp – Who Dunnit? Session - _12HSTARTTIME - Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center's Inclusive Youth Adventure Day Camp - Who Dunnit? Session
Camp Little Giant – Dyna Camp - _12HSTARTTIME - Camp Little Giant - Dyna Camp
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CAMP L.E.A.P. Special Needs Summer Day Camp in Springfield - _12HSTARTTIME - CAMP L.E.A.P. Special Needs Summer Day Camp in Springfield
CAMP L.E.A.P. for Kids Special Needs Summer Day Camp in Springfield - _12HSTARTTIME - CAMP L.E.A.P. for Kids Special Needs Summer Day Camp in Springfield
Special Recreation Life Skills Summer Camp in Springfield - _12HSTARTTIME - Special Recreation Life Skills Summer Camp in Springfield
Camp Spark in Evanston - _12HSTARTTIME - Camp Spark in Evanston
Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center Monthly Parent-to-Parent Discussion Group - _12HSTARTTIME - Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center Monthly Parent-to-Parent Discussion Group
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Virtual SAILS Program – Supporting Adolescents With Independent Life Skills - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual SAILS Program - Supporting Adolescents With Independent Life Skills
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Webinar – “Application of Strategies for Fostering JOY: Suggestions for Professionals and Families” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - “Application of Strategies for Fostering JOY: Suggestions for Professionals and Families”
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Virtual Support Group for Parents/Guardians of Children with a Disability - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual Support Group for Parents/Guardians of Children with a Disability
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Webinar – “Six Principles of IDEA: Special Education Rights” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Six Principles of IDEA: Special Education Rights"
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Camp Little Giant – Traditions Youth Camp - _12HSTARTTIME - Camp Little Giant - Traditions Youth Camp
Camp Lions Virtual Summer Camp – Youth Week - _12HSTARTTIME - Camp Lions Virtual Summer Camp - Youth Week
Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center’s Inclusive Youth Adventure Day Camp – Adventureland Session - _12HSTARTTIME - Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center's Inclusive Youth Adventure Day Camp - Adventureland Session
Virtual American Sign Language for Kids Camp for Grades 6-12 - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual American Sign Language for Kids Camp for Grades 6-12
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North Star Reach Camp Discovery-at-Home - _12HSTARTTIME - North Star Reach Camp Discovery-at-Home
Webinar – Earned Income Tax Credit and Free Tax Preparation Assistance - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - Earned Income Tax Credit and Free Tax Preparation Assistance
Webinar – “Healthy Outlets for Recreation and Fun” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Healthy Outlets for Recreation and Fun"
Webinar – “Special Education Rights: Navigating the IEP Process” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Special Education Rights: Navigating the IEP Process"
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Webinar – Getting ABLE Ready - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - Getting ABLE Ready
Webinar – “Let’s Start a Conversation About Money: An Introduction to Financial Wellness and Disability” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Let's Start a Conversation About Money: An Introduction to Financial Wellness and Disability"
Virtual SAILS Program – Supporting Adolescents With Independent Life Skills - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual SAILS Program - Supporting Adolescents With Independent Life Skills
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Webinar – Guardianship Rights: Who is Responsible for What - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - Guardianship Rights: Who is Responsible for What
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YMCA Camp Independence Virtual Camp for Ages 14-19 - _12HSTARTTIME - YMCA Camp Independence Virtual Camp for Ages 14-19
Camp Lions Virtual Summer Camp – Deaf and Hard of Hearing Week - _12HSTARTTIME - Camp Lions Virtual Summer Camp - Deaf and Hard of Hearing Week
Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center’s Inclusive Youth Adventure Day Camp – Once Upon a Time Session - _12HSTARTTIME - Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center's Inclusive Youth Adventure Day Camp - Once Upon a Time Session
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North Star Reach Sickle Cell/Hematology/Pain Management Camp-at-Home - _12HSTARTTIME - North Star Reach Sickle Cell/Hematology/Pain Management Camp-at-Home
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Webinar – “The Evaluation Process: What Parents Need to Know to Get Started” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "The Evaluation Process: What Parents Need to Know to Get Started"
Virtual SAILS Program – Supporting Adolescents With Independent Life Skills - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual SAILS Program - Supporting Adolescents With Independent Life Skills
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Camp Lions Virtual Summer Camp – Blind and Low Vision Week - _12HSTARTTIME - Camp Lions Virtual Summer Camp - Blind and Low Vision Week
Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center’s Inclusive Youth Adventure Day Camp – Imaginarium Session - _12HSTARTTIME - Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center's Inclusive Youth Adventure Day Camp - Imaginarium Session
MDA Virtual Summer Camp – Central Time Zone Session - _12HSTARTTIME - MDA Virtual Summer Camp - Central Time Zone Session
Virtual American Sign Language for Kids Camp for Grades 1-5 - _12HSTARTTIME - Virtual American Sign Language for Kids Camp for Grades 1-5
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North Star Reach Sibling Camp-at-Home - _12HSTARTTIME - North Star Reach Sibling Camp-at-Home
Webinar – “Understanding Special Education Basics in Illinois” - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - "Understanding Special Education Basics in Illinois"
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Webinar – Seis Principios de IDEA - _12HSTARTTIME - Webinar - Seis Principios de IDEA
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14th Annual Free Virtual Family Conference – The Power of Families Using Your Voice to Make a Difference - _12HSTARTTIME - 14th Annual Free Virtual Family Conference - The Power of Families Using Your Voice to Make a Difference
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“Everyone at Play” at Kohl Children’s Museum - _12HSTARTTIME - "Everyone at Play" at Kohl Children's Museum
28 Jun
Monday, June 28, 2021    
All Day
  Free online program that brings the magic of camp to ages 8 to 19 virtually The Muscular Dystrophy Association is not holding in-person summer [...]
28 Jun
Monday, June 28, 2021    
All Day
  A week of fun virtual camp activities for youth ages 7-13 with spina bifida YMCA Camp Independence is a camp for children and adults [...]
28 Jun
Monday, June 28, 2021    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
  A virtual summer camp that will tell children's storybooks in American Sign Language Southern Illinois University (SIU) is hosting the virtual American Sign Language [...]
28 Jun
Monday, June 28, 2021    
11:00 am - 5:00 pm
  Summer day leadership camp for deaf and hard-of-hearing teens who are entering 8th grade through high school. The Chicago Park District invites deaf and [...]
28 Jun
Monday, June 28, 2021 - Friday, July 9, 2021    
1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
  Virtual arts camp for youth on the autism spectrum ages 8 to 22. The Chicago Children's Theatre's Camp Red Kite is an adaptive theater [...]
29 Jun
Tuesday, June 29, 2021    
All Day
  Virtual camp for youth ages 7-15 with a cardiology diagnosis North Star Reach is a fully accessible medical camp that serves children with significant [...]
29 Jun
Tuesday, June 29, 2021    
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Summer day camp for deaf and hard-of-hearing children ages 5-14. The Chicago Park District invites deaf and hard-of-hearing children to attend Camp Sign at Gage [...]
29 Jun
Tuesday, June 29, 2021    
12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  A virtual summer day camp for deaf and hard-of-hearing elementary school children The Chicago Park District invites deaf and hard-of-hearing children to attend a [...]
29 Jun
Tuesday, June 29, 2021    
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Summer day camp for deaf and hard-of-hearing children ages 5-14. The Chicago Park District invites deaf and hard-of-hearing children to attend Camp Sign at Horner [...]
29 Jun
Tuesday, June 29, 2021    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  Free webinar focusing on the role of nutrition in brain health across the life span for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities The HealthMatters [...]
Webinar - "In the Room: Being the Dad"
Tuesday, June 29, 2021    
7:00 pm
  Fathers of children with rare diseases will discuss their experiences Being a provider for your family. Being a protector. Being present emotionally. Being your [...]
30 Jun
Wednesday, June 30, 2021    
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Summer day camp for deaf and hard-of-hearing children ages 5-14. The Chicago Park District invites deaf and hard-of-hearing children to attend Camp Sign at Gage [...]
30 Jun
Wednesday, June 30, 2021    
1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Summer day camp for deaf and hard-of-hearing children ages 5-14. The Chicago Park District invites deaf and hard-of-hearing children to attend Camp Sign at Horner [...]
30 Jun
Wednesday, June 30, 2021    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  Free webinar in Spanish to go over the transition plan and its purpose for youth with special healthcare needs The Family Resource Center on [...]
30 Jun
Wednesday, June 30, 2021    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  A series of educational sessions on a variety of topics related to the transition to adult care The Transition to Adult Care Team at [...]
02 Jul
Friday, July 2, 2021    
9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  Two days of virtual sessions to help develop skills and more The 2021 Illini Virtual Camp for wheelchair basketball will be held on July [...]
05 Jul
Monday, July 5, 2021    
All Day
Camp for youth ages 8-17 with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and attention deficit disorder on July 5-9. Southern Illinois University Carbondale's Camp Little Giant is [...]
05 Jul
Monday, July 5, 2021 - Tuesday, July 6, 2021    
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Opportunity for children of all ability levels to learn from one another in a supportive environment Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center's Inclusive Adventure Day Camp [...]
06 Jul
Tuesday, July 6, 2021    
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Weekly inclusive program for ages 13-25 with and without disabilities L.E.A.P. stands for Leisure Education and Adaptive Programming. Camp L.E.A.P. is a Special Needs Summer [...]
06 Jul
Tuesday, July 6, 2021    
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Weekly inclusive program for ages 5-12 with and without disabilities L.E.A.P. stands for Leisure Education and Adaptive Programming. Camp L.E.A.P. is a Special Needs Summer [...]
06 Jul
Tuesday, July 6, 2021    
7:30 am - 5:30 pm
Inclusive program for ages 16-25 with and without disabilities The Springfield Park District is introducing a new Life Skills Camp at Erin's Pavilion in Southwind [...]
06 Jul
Tuesday, July 6, 2021    
9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Special recreation day camp for youth ages 3 to 21 The City of Evanston is holding Camp Spark from July 6-23. Camp Spark is held [...]
06 Jul
Tuesday, July 6, 2021    
12:30 pm
  A monthly, Facebook Live lunchtime opportunity for parents of children with special needs to discuss topics of interest The Family Matters Parent Training and [...]
07 Jul
Wednesday, July 7, 2021    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  A series of educational sessions on a variety of topics related to the transition to adult care The Transition to Adult Care Team at [...]
08 Jul
Thursday, July 8, 2021    
1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
  A presentation for parents and professionals on the beneficial impact of focusing on joy and how to support families with a child who is [...]
09 Jul
Friday, July 9, 2021    
11:00 am
  A safe place for parents/guardians to chat, vent and discuss local resources RAMP is hosting a monthly virtual support group for parents/guardians of children [...]
10 Jul
Saturday, July 10, 2021    
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
  This webinar provides an overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), the law protecting the rights of children receiving special education services. [...]
12 Jul
Monday, July 12, 2021    
All Day
Camp for youth ages 8-19 who have cognitive, developmental or physical disabilities on July 12-16 Southern Illinois University Carbondale's Camp Little Giant is the first [...]
12 Jul
Monday, July 12, 2021    
All Day
  Free virtual summer camp for campers with vision and/or hearing loss The Lions of Illinois Foundation holds Camp Lions at no cost for youth who [...]
12 Jul
Monday, July 12, 2021    
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Opportunity for children of all ability levels to learn from one another in a supportive environment Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center's Inclusive Adventure Day Camp [...]
12 Jul
Monday, July 12, 2021    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
  A virtual summer camp that will tell children's storybooks in American Sign Language Southern Illinois University (SIU) is hosting the virtual American Sign Language [...]
13 Jul
Tuesday, July 13, 2021    
All Day
  Virtual camp for youth ages 7-15 with epilepsy or a neuro-oncology diagnosis North Star Reach is a fully accessible medical camp that serves children [...]
13 Jul
Tuesday, July 13, 2021    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  A free webinar on the Earned Income Tax Credit and Volunteer Income Tax Assistance sites Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center is offering [...]
13 Jul
Tuesday, July 13, 2021    
12:00 pm
  Free lunchtime webinar on special recreation programs The Illinois Lifespan Program of The Arc of Illinois is hosting a lunchtime webinar on "Healthy Outlets [...]
13 Jul
Tuesday, July 13, 2021    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  This free webinar provides an overview of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) and how to navigate the IEP process. The Family Resource Center on [...]
14 Jul
Wednesday, July 14, 2021    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  A free webinar introducing the concept of saving over a lifetime for individuals with significant disabilities using ABLE accounts Family Matters Parent Training and [...]
14 Jul
Wednesday, July 14, 2021    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  Free lunchtime webinar focusing on financial wellness before and after attending college for young adults with disabilities Join this conversation on financial wellness and [...]
14 Jul
Wednesday, July 14, 2021    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  A series of educational sessions on a variety of topics related to the transition to adult care The Transition to Adult Care Team at [...]
15 Jul
Thursday, July 15, 2021    
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
  A free webinar on the role and responsibilities of being a guardian Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center is offering this free webinar [...]
19 Jul
Monday, July 19, 2021    
All Day
  A week of fun virtual camp activities for youth ages 14-19 with spina bifida YMCA Camp Independence is a camp for children and adults [...]
19 Jul
Monday, July 19, 2021    
All Day
  Free virtual summer camp for campers with vision and/or hearing loss The Lions of Illinois Foundation holds Camp Lions at no cost for youth who [...]
19 Jul
Monday, July 19, 2021    
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Opportunity for children of all ability levels to learn from one another in a supportive environment Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center's Inclusive Adventure Day Camp [...]
20 Jul
Tuesday, July 20, 2021    
All Day
  Virtual camp for youth ages 7-15 affected by sickle cell disease, hematology conditions or pain management North Star Reach is a fully accessible medical [...]
21 Jul
Wednesday, July 21, 2021    
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
  This lunchtime webinar will help parents understand the evaluation process, one of the first phases of obtaining an IEP for your child. The Family [...]
21 Jul
Wednesday, July 21, 2021    
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
  A series of educational sessions on a variety of topics related to the transition to adult care The Transition to Adult Care Team at [...]
26 Jul
Monday, July 26, 2021    
All Day
  Free virtual summer camp for campers with vision and/or hearing loss The Lions of Illinois Foundation holds Camp Lions at no cost for youth who [...]
26 Jul
Monday, July 26, 2021    
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Opportunity for children of all ability levels to learn from one another in a supportive environment Easterseals Timber Pointe Outdoor Center's Inclusive Adventure Day Camp [...]
26 Jul
Monday, July 26, 2021    
10:00 am - 3:00 pm
  Free online program that brings the magic of camp to ages 8 to 19 virtually The Muscular Dystrophy Association is not holding in-person summer [...]
26 Jul
Monday, July 26, 2021    
10:00 am - 11:00 am
  A virtual summer camp that will tell children's storybooks in American Sign Language Southern Illinois University (SIU) is hosting the virtual American Sign Language [...]
27 Jul
Tuesday, July 27, 2021    
All Day
  Virtual camp for youth ages 7-15 who are siblings of North Star campers North Star Reach is a fully accessible medical camp that serves [...]
27 Jul
Tuesday, July 27, 2021    
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
  A webinar for families and professionals covering the basics of the special education process in Illinois Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center (FMPTIC) [...]
28 Jul
Wednesday, July 28, 2021    
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
  A free webinar in Spanish providing an overview of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) The Family Resource Center on Disabilities (FRDC) is [...]
29 Jul
Thursday, July 29, 2021 - Sunday, August 1, 2021    
All Day
  Resources and inspiration for adult family members of children with disabilities The Illinois Family Leaders Collaboration presents the 14th Annual Free Virtual Family Conference [...]
01 Aug
Sunday, August 1, 2021    
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
A free, fun-filled afternoon of museum exploration for families of children with special needs The "Everyone at Play" event takes place at the Kohl Children's [...]
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