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SMART MATCH EMPLOYMENT PROGRAM
from the Midwest Asian Health Association LOOKING FOR A JOB? Midwest Asian Health Association’s (MAHA) Smart Match Employment Program is here to help individuals with disabilities find employment opportunities that match their skills and interests. MAHA offers several...

Inclusive Summer Camps for All Ages and Abilities (Resource from UIC Division of Specialized Care for Children)
Have you checked out our 2025 summer camp list for youth of all ages with special healthcare needs?
Located throughout Illinois and beyond, these camps offer opportunities for fun, making friends and developing new skills.
There are several ways to search for camp opportunities on our website:

The 20th Anniversary IL Statewide Transition Conference is Open for Registration
The 20th Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference, taking place on October 30–31, 2025, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel and Convention Center in Springfield, Illinois is open for registration.

Popcorn With Purpose: Expanded Double Good Days Returns June 8 To Bring Joy To Chicagoland Kids With Special Needs
Designed to bring joy to kids with special needs and their families and caregivers, the third annual Double Good Days will take place June 8 at the Kohl Children’s Museum in Glenview. Registration is now open for this free event, which runs from 9 am to 1 pm and features a dynamic lineup of 10 multi-sensory activities, from therapy animals to adaptive sports and even popcorn.

Clientes y proveedores del Programa de Servicios a Domicilio (HSP) Reunión virtual de la alcaldía para HSP
Clientes y proveedores del Programa de Servicios a Domicilio (HSP) Reunión virtual de la alcaldía para HSP
Mayo 28, 2025 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Mayo 29, 2025 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Mayo 30, 2025 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
Hay nuevos servicios disponibles. Infórmese sobre los planes para fusionar las tres exenciones en una sola Exención de Servicios Basados en el Hogar y la Comunidad. Su opinión es importante. ¡Únase al Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Illinois (IDHS) para hablar con los líderes de HSP!

Home Services Program (HSP) Customers and Providers! VIRTUAL TOWN HALL MEETINGS
VIRTUAL TOWN HALL MEETINGS
May 28, 2025 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM,
May 29, 2025 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM,
May 30, 2025 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM
New services may soon be available to you. Hear about the plans to merge the 3 Waivers into 1 Home and Community Based Services Waiver. Your thoughts matter. Join Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) to talk with HSP leaders!

RCADD 2025 Webinar Series
RCADD 2025 Webinar Series

Next Midwest Sib Connections Events YoungSib Connect: Adult Q&A Panel
This event is designed for young siblings of individuals with physical, mental, or intellectual disabilities. Join sibs from the Missouri Sibling Leadership Network and other siblings as they host a special adult sibling panel for young siblings ages 8-14. This is your chance to ask any and all questions! Topics may include sibling rivalry & resentment, the importance of patience, addressing our feelings, and advocacy.

Consider Completing a Witness Slip for Dignity in Pay Act─House Bill 793
The Dignity in Pay Act is a proposed law that will help people with disabilities
get paid at least minimum wage for their work.

SCHOOL BOARD ELECTIONS: CANDIDATES’ STANCE ON SPECIAL EDUCATION AND DISABILITY ISSUES
Legal Council partnered with Access Living to send questionnaires to the school board candidates about their stances on disability and special education issues. Click the link in our bio to read the candidate answers and learn more about their positions!