Estas clases son GRATUITAS para los familiares de niños sordos y con problemas de audición desde el nacimiento hasta la escuela secundaria. Los miembros de la familia extendida son bienvenidos. Usted no necesita residir en Illinois para participar. Los instructores son sordos y se comunican usando ASL e inglés escrito. ¡NO SE UTILIZARÁ AUDIO! CALENDARIO... Read more »
Location Salvation Army – Springfield, 1600 E. Clear Lake Ave., Springfield A free, fun, action-packed event for children and families The Kiwanis Club of Springfield-Downtown is hosting “Kids Bash” on Jan. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event is at the Salvation Army, 1600 E. Clear Lake Ave., in Springfield. It is free and... Read more »
A virtual, monthly support group for teens with epilepsy Join the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago‘s ” Virtual Teen Support Group” via Zoom. The group meets on the last Saturday of each month from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Participants can share their experiences and the challenges of living with epilepsy in a safe space. For... Read more »
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum, 212 N. 6th St., Springfield An inclusive, sensory-friendly event at the museum The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library & Museum (ALPLM) is hosting “Abe for All: Sensory Friendly Sunday” on Jan. 29 from 1 to 5 p.m. ALPLM guests will learn about President Lincoln in a sensory-friendly environment with more... Read more »
Learn more about an exciting & free mentoring program for youth with disabilities in the City of Chicago! When: January 30th, 2023 Time: 6 - 6:30 PM Where: Zoom (See link below) Are you or someone you know.. 12 - 24 years old & have a disability of any type Living in the North/Central region... Read more »
Learning Level 1: Introductory/Awareness Intended Audience – Administrators, ECSE/General Educators, Paraeducators, Family Members, Family Educators, Psychologists, Social Workers, SLPs, OT/PTs, Early Intervention Description – In this community of practice, we provide a space for early childhood special education providers and early intervention professionals to share, learn, problem solve, and support one another as we work to improve... Read more »
Presented by Karen Hurst, Speech-Language Pathologist and Parent Coach Join NADS on Zoom once a month to connect with other new families! Learn more about NADS, the Down syndrome community, and all the opportunities available for your child!! Register HERE
Free virtual sign language classes running from January through March The CHS (Chicago Hearing Society) is offering free Family Sign Language classes. The virtual classes will run from January through March. Classes are taught by instructors who are deaf and communicate using American Sign Language (ASL) and written English (or Spanish). The classes will use... Read more »
Program for students with intellectual and developmental disabilities Is the University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) Certificate in Co-Operative Career Experience (Co-Op Program) the right fit for you? Join the Co-Op Team to get a look at the program and learn about the application process on Feb. 3 from 12 to 1:30 pm. The UIC Co-Op Program... Read more »
Do you receive frequent phone calls from your child's school regarding his/her behavior? Perhaps you noticed some behavior concerns during remote learning. This training will discuss the components of the Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP), the purpose of the BIP, and steps to acquire one for your child if appropriate. Register HERE
