Providing support for individuals diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease and their caregivers. Weekly meetings are held at Savoy United Methodist Church each Monday from 10-11am. Meetings include information, light exercise, discussion, and socialization. Meetings are open to all. For more info, please click here to view a captioned, informational video about the Parkinson’s Support Group of […]
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Advocacy organization for deaf and hard of hearing individuals, with social opportunities scheduled regularly. Find the Illini Chapter, Illinois Association of the Deaf at: www.facebook.com/IlliniChapterofIAD/ Click here to view a captioned informational video, with sign language interpreter, from the January, 2021, Third Thursday Resource Round-up: Click here to view a Spanish-subtitled informational video, with sign
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GROW is a uniquely structured community mental health movement. Started in Australia 1957, Grow’s program of personal growth, group method and caring sharing community have all been developed from former mental health patients (12 step program) rebuilding their lives after a breakdown. GROW is anonymous, non-denominational and open to all. Groups are run by other
The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago is an Illinois not-for-profit organization serving 43 counties, offering counseling, advocacy and educational services to people with epilepsy, their families, and the communities in which they live. “The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago leads the fight to stop seizures, find a cure and overcome the challenges created by epilepsy.”
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CU Able is a safe and accepting support network within the local community. The group focuses on advocacy, awareness and tries to help its members incorporate self-care into their routine by organizing local events such as mom’s retreats, family dinners, and the Larkin’s Place Parent Network. CU Able is a welcoming group where people can
The Champaign Urbana Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Support Group helps individuals living with MS and/or their family members, friends and care partners gain support from others living with MS. More specifically, the group shares experiences and gets feedback, learns from expert speakers, and learns about potential opportunities to participate in research. The group meets every second
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The Champaign County Down Syndrome Network operates as a not-for-profit organization serving families who have a member with Down syndrome. The DSN offers support to families by providing current information for parents, professionals, and the general public. The DSN provides new parent packets, offers social opportunities for peers with Down syndrome, and raises awareness of
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Advocacy, resource access, education, employment, support for those on the autism spectrum and those caring for them. Please click here to view an informational video about Champaign Urbana Autism Network – recorded from the disABILITY Expo’s Third Thursday Resource Round-up event on Nov. 19, 2020 (with captions and ASL interpreter): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2RzBmQrSGPQ
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The Autism Program (TAP) is a state-wide network of resources for Autism Spectrum Disorders in the state of Illinois. The mission of TAP is to foster development of community networks that promote best practice in the diagnosis, support, and education of all individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Locally, TAP offers a Resource Room, visual supports,
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The ALS Association Greater Chicago Chapter provides exceptional care services, the latest resources and information, and premier programming for Persons Living with ALS, their families and caregivers. We are proud to currently serve the Champaign-Urbana area through support groups, home visits, loaner equipment, education, advocacy, grant opportunities, and emotional support for patients, families, friends and
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