The Illinois Early Intervention Program: A Guide for Families was revised in 2024 and includes information on the Illinois Early Intervention (EI) Program, why EI services are important, how to find out whether your child is eligible for the EI program, starting and leaving EI services, your legal rights, and questions frequently asked by families. Versions of the guide are available in Polish, Spanish, Urdu, Arabic, Chinese, French and Kiswahili.
Chicago West Parent University is gearing up for its 8th event, December 21st, 11-3:30 p.m., 3415 W. Arthington Street, Chicago, IL, 60624
Participate in SEVEN dynamic workshops, including:
✨ Supporting Your Child with Special Needs
✨ Restorative Justice
✨ Music Therapy
✨ Art Therapy
✨ Financial Investments
✨ New Year, New Dedications
✨ Kickboxing Cardio
Parent University also offers raffles and a toy giveaway to spread the holiday cheer! And yes, the one and only Santa Claus will be there, ready to take photos and bring joy to the kids!
This entire event is completely FREE, including childcare. Interested? Register through the link below. Questions? Please contact brittany.nowell@actforchildren.org
Parent University Registration
Parents and caregivers of children with hearing loss through age six are invited to "The Institute for Parents of Preschool Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing". This five day event will be held on the Illinois School for the Deaf campus in Jacksonville, Illinois. The Institute brings together families from all over the state. Families will spend time with the best staff in the field of atypical hearing and deafness. Parents and caregivers will gain knowledge about choices along the path of raising a child with a hearing loss. Topics will include: Child Development, Language Development, Types of Hearing Loss, Parent Rights, Communication Options, School Programming, Hearing Aids and Cochlear Implants, Deaf Culture.
Institute is a time of learning and getting to know others who are going through some of the same things. During the Institute, children attend classrooms overseen by experienced teachers of children who are deaf or hard of hearing. They receive audiology, psychology, speech/language and educational testing. These services are all free of charge.
Call now to join June 10-14, 2025! For more information about the Institute and to enroll, contact UIC-DSCC: 1-800-322-3722 or email: dsccinstitute@uic.edu. If your child is enrolled with UIC-DSCC, please contact your Care Coordinator. Expenses can be waived for eligible families. A stipend may also be provided.
Tuesday's Child, has been offering support for families since 1980. Their work centers on helping parents and caregivers enhance positive behaviors. They are currently hosting groups for those caring for a child 18 months-6 years. These positive parenting workshops are available in both English and Spanish. To learn more about their upcoming sessions, please click here.
So helpful when living with and loving a toddler!
Potty Training | Collaboration for Early Childhood - Click on the link to register (both in person and virtual options)
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