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Events - 11 Dec 25

We share a variety of events of interest for children and young adults with special healthcare needs and their families. You can use the search box below or select a view type to see what’s happening across the state.

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Friday, November 28, 2025 - Monday, December 22, 2025, All Day

Free, in-home visit from Santa for families with children who are medically fragile The Secret Sleigh Project coordinates volunteers nationwide to provide home visits with...

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 8:00 am - 9:00 am

A free orthopedic assessment clinic for children and youth with bone and joint development concerns The Illinois Elks Children's Care Corporation and Sarah Bush Lincoln...

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

Free event for area families featuring holiday cheer, community connection and local resources to help during the holidays and beyond Join the City of Carbondale...

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

A free webinar for caregivers, educators, therapists and anyone involved in the life of a child with autism or developmental disabilities Join the Resource Center...

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

A free webinar focusing on strategies for collaborative transition planning to help students with disabilities prepare for life after high school Join the University of Illinois...

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

A free, monthly webinar series for families and individuals who have received an early notification/were selected for PUNS (Prioritization for Urgency of Need for Services)...

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

A free webinar for caregivers and professionals providing a clear, practical look at understanding and supporting behavior in students with disabilities Join Family Matters Parent...

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Spend time with Mr. and Mrs. Claus in a quiet, low-stimulation environment! The C.I.T.Y. of Support will host a "Gentle Greeting with Santa" event on...

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Free monthly program providing support, information and help with making lasting changes for individuals living with prediabetes or diabetes Join Southern Illinois Healthcare (SIH) for...

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

A quieter setting to enjoy holiday lights at the zoo. The Miller Park Zoo will host WildLights Sensory-Friendly Night on Dec. 11 from 5 to...

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)’s support group in LaSalle....

Thursday, December 11, 2025, 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Explore sources of stress, prevention strategies and in-the-moment support techniques for making the holidays more enjoyable STAR NET Region IV will host "How to Keep from...