Family Data Leaders Series A 4-part series for parents/caregivers of children with disabilities who are between the ages of 0-5 years. Learn more about using data and applying information to improve programs and systems that impact infants, toddlers, and preschoolers with disabilities and their families. Registration required for series (must attend all 4 sessions) Thursdays... Read more »
Join us for the third part of our Digital Literacy Series: Internet Security. During this session, we’ll practice ways to remain safe while having fun on the internet. This information is intended for individuals with IDD, but parents and support workers are highly encouraged to attend. Register here.
Join us for our monthly organizing meeting to help guide our advocacy work. Register here.
A Free Seminar for Parents/Family/Caregivers of a person (any age) with a dual diagnosis of Down Syndrome Plus Autism Spectrum Disorder Title: The More than Down Syndrome Workshop – How to Address Behaviors Presenter: Katie Frank, PhD, OTR/L Host Organizations: National Association for Down Syndrome and Adult Down Syndrome Center (see links for registration) https://www.nads.org/ https://adultdownsyndrome.org/events/mtds-behaviors-june-2026/ Date: Saturday, June... Read more »
Join us for a supportive space created just for family members and caregivers. This is a place to gain clarity, ask questions, share experiences, or simply listen. Whether you have something to say or just need a listening ear, come as you are. Leave feeling a little lighter, a little more supported, and a lot... Read more »
Join us for our monthly REV UP Illinois meeting. Come build the power of the disability vote! Register here.
Camp Red Kite is a dynamic theatre day camp for young people on the autism spectrum. During three fun-filled weeks, campers ages 8-22 explore drama, music, and visual arts! Throughout each camp day, campers rotate through engaging arts classes with their age-appropriate small groups, growing their sense of community, imaginative thinking, and self-confidence. Camp runs July 13-July... Read more »
Presenter: Michele Westmaas, Financial Advisor with Thrivent Description: Join us for practical educational sessions designed to help families thoughtfully plan for the care, financial stability, and quality of life of loved ones with disabilities. Gain strategies for transition planning and building a care team and support network. Who Should Attend: Parents, guardians, siblings, and caregivers... Read more »
Join us for our monthly education session! This month, our presenter is Laura Kelly, Activism Coordinator at the Institute for Justice. Laura will discuss qualified immunity and its effects on the IDD community. Register here.
Join us for our monthly organizing meeting. Help us decide the direction of our coalition! Register here.
