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Head Start programs prepare children for kindergarten. It’s a free, education program available to pregnant women and children ages 0-5, including those with significant or multiple special needs. Certified teachers plan hands-on lessons with developmentally…
The free shuttle offers a direct route to the grocery store. The University of Illinois Extension is offering a monthly bus shuttle to help Rock Island & Moline residents get to and from the grocery…
A mother shares her story of the grief and guilt she feels. In her blog, Sheri describes the emotions she experiences raising her autistic son. She says, “There is a kind of grieving that exists……
Children put on a junior production of well-known Broadway musicals. The Penguin Project brings together children with special needs and peer mentors to recreate well-known plays. The roles are cast to children with developmental, intellectual,…
Free screening clinics check speech, hearing, vision, and general development. Screenings help identify children who may have screening results outside the expected range in the tested areas. Based on results, early childhood coordinators connect families…
Captioning and assistive listening devices enhance the experience for movie goers. The Marcus theater in Addison is equipped with assistive listening devices for deaf and hard of hearing guests. They also offer open captioning and…
Take advantage of free dental services, available in February, at dentists throughout the DuPage area. The 14th annual Dentist With a Heart program will be held throughout the month of February, 2014. Participating dentists offer…
Getting around Rock Island County is a little easier since public transportation is available. Rock Island County MetroLINK, has buses running 7 days a week on 13 routes covering areas such as Carbon Cliff, Colona, East…
What do an 11 year old and a US Senator have in common? Both are stroke survivors. As part of his therapy, 11 year old Jackson was asked to write a letter. He chose to…
Free tax preparation helps people claim valuable tax credits and secure refunds. Services are available to households earning up to $50,000 and individuals earning up to $25,000. Volunteers at Ladder Up staff many locations on…
