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Wednesday, June 5, 2024

CFG Spotlight Series: Phalycia Barrios, Parenting a Child Who Struggled to Eat




Parenting a child that struggles to eat can certainly be difficult. Join the Chicago Feeding Group and hear from a parent that has faced the ups and downs of mealtime challenges. This event is free for caregivers, June 12th 6:30-8 p.m.  Interested in registering? Please click on the link below. Unable to make the live event? Be certain to check out their pre-recorded discussions around topics such as anxious eaters, bottle refusal and age appropriate meal-time expectations. 

Chicago Feeding Group


Tuesday, May 7, 2024

Chicago Autism Network

Caregivers, are you interested in learning more about neuro-affirming care, healthy boundaries and toileting? These are just a few of the upcoming topics being covered in free, virtual lectures geared for parents through Chicago Autism Network. Can't make the live sessions? They also offer a recorded archive of trainings on navigating a new diagnosis, insurance and covering therapy costs, behavior management and educational supports.

Chicago Autism Network Virtual Workshops 

Friday, April 12, 2024

Neighborhood Parents Network 2024 Summer Camp Guide is Out!


2024 Summer Camp Guide 

Time to get out the sunscreen! If you need some ideas on how to break up the lazy days of summer, this helpful guide allows you to narrow down options by age, price, location and dates. There is also a way to search for camps that would provide additional supports for your child (under camp specialty). 





The Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays has shared activities to consider this Spring/Summer. Please click on the link below for a listing of summer camps, workshops for parents and caregivers as well other great resources. 

Newsletter 

They also have a fantastic library of short videos in both English and Spanish for caregivers interested in learning more about an autism diagnosis and how to support their child.

Informational videos

Wednesday, April 10, 2024

 


Join Blue Bird Day for a virtual Beyond the Nest educational and caregiver workshop to Learn More About Epilepsy on Thursday, April 18th at 6:00pm. Ayesha Akhtar, VP of Health Equity, Education & Advocacy for the Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago, will cover basic seizure recognition, discuss seizure action plans, and explain free resources offered by Epilepsy Foundation Chicago. RSVP: https://forms.office.com/r/x9KNgNhr5z

Early Education Opportunities in Chicago

Chicago Early Learning   Chicago Early Learning offers plenty of great programs to support families and make early education avail...