Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays (RCADD)

02/13/2026

FMPTIC Community Listening Sessions

This Interactive Session Is An Opportunity To...
- Share your experiences navigating special education,
- Talk about what supports are working-and where challenges exist
- Identify learning and support needs for families
- Help shape how a Parent Training and Information Center (PTIC) can best support families and strengthen collaboration with school teams

Please complete form in full for the event at Oak Lawn Public Library on February 25, 2026 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Please note that the event is capped at 35 participants. Participants must be current parents/guardians of students with disabilities in an Illinois Public School.

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02/13/2026

PROGRAM ANNOUNCEMENT:

The Answer Inc. will now services 3 to 6 year olds with Autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities!

Interested! Complete our Services Interest Form today to learn more!

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc5Jpv06IVCe8mUjCyP29jthVl_pQZ-4g0h-Hr17gfPHz-U9Q/viewform

01/30/2026

“The IACC used to be an advisory group that included public members who represented a wide variety of lived and professional experiences, but who respected scientific evidence. The bulk of the recently appointed members appear to be people who adhere to untested, disproven, and sometimes dangerous ideas about what causes autism and the best ways to care for autistic people,” said David Mandell, a professor of psychiatry and an autism researcher at the University of Pennsylvania who has served on the IACC. “The group appears stacked to give Secretary Kennedy political cover to continue his assault on life-saving vaccines and to promote unproven treatments.”

Federal health officials are reviving a key panel tasked with guiding the government's strategy on autism, but the new committee members and the way in which they were appointed are raising concerns.

01/09/2026

Chicago Park District Special Recreation

Special Event for individuals with disabilities, ages 8–15, who are currently enrolled in school.

These Out of School Events provide a safe, engaging, and fun environment for students on days when school is not in session. Each day is filled with activities such as arts and crafts, group games, and Special Olympics skills and drills.

All events will be held at Armour Square Park (3309 S. Shields Ave.) from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM, and the cost is just $12 per day. Families may register for a single date or multiple dates whatever works best!

This program is designed for individuals with a primary intellectual and/or developmental disability.

Contact: Mandy Liu Chauncey at (312) 881-0779 or at mandy.liu@chicagoparkdistrict.com

01/07/2026

Father Engagement In Families Of Children With Special Needs
featuring:

Children & Family Connections #9, the 21st Century Dads Foundation and the Special Fathers Network

February 6, 2026

Siblings & Family Balance Panel -
Rick Bovell
Benji Rubin

Marriage & Co-Parenting Panel -
Todd Evans
Brian Page

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/v_b9zu2RSiKXlINALpMZSA #/registration

12/24/2025

Have Dreams offers a free support group for parents and caregivers of children with autism. Join this professionally-run group to connect with others that are navigating a similar journey. Our first virtual meeting of the new year will be on January 14 at 12 noon. To RSVP, please click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeROwzAWokcDEmPrCo9VNnt1XMCeF8oWMgJWjWtreIwEePdg/viewform

12/23/2025

Winter Holiday Closure Notice
RCADD will be closed from Wednesday, December 24, 2025 through Friday, January 2, 2026 & will reopen on Monday, January 5, 2026.

12/22/2025

As the year comes to a close, we want to pause and listen. Hearing from those we serve is essential to strengthening RCADD and TAP programs. Please take a few minutes to complete our Service Experience Survey and help guide the work ahead.

RCADD and TAP Service Experience Survey
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CWDTKR7

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback and support our work.

Al acercarnos al cierre del año, queremos hacer una pausa y escuchar. Las experiencias de quienes servimos son fundamentales para fortalecer los programas de RCADD y TAP. Le invitamos a completar nuestra Encuesta de Experiencia de Servicios y ayudarnos a orientar el trabajo que viene.

Encuesta sobre la Experiencia de Servicios de RCADD y TAP
https://es.surveymonkey.com/r/69CKM3K

Gracias por tomarse el tiempo de compartir sus comentarios y apoyar nuestro trabajo.

12/17/2025

NEW RCADD NEWSLETTER!
.."As the year ends, we extend our warmest wishes for a peaceful and restorative season. We look forward to continuing this work together in the new year, strong, connected, and committed to supporting children and families".

With appreciation,
The RCADD Team

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12/11/2025

REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN FOR THE RCADD 2026 WEBINAR SERIES! https://cfl.uic.edu/overview/rcadd/ -for-any-rcadd-workshop

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, Your Support Helps RCADD Continue Supporting Families

At the Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays (RCADD), each workshop, visual support, and outreach initiative reflects our ongoing commitment to families, educators, and professionals who support children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and or developmental delays.

This year, many people connected with RCADD by visiting our center, attending training, downloading materials, or reaching out for guidance. In all these moments, RCADD was present because people like you believe in this work.

If RCADD has been meaningful to you, your program, your school, or your family, Giving Tuesday is a chance to help us continue offering accessible resources to the community.

How Your Gift Helps

Your contribution supports:

- Free workshops for families and educators
- High demand visual supports used at home, in classrooms, and in professional settings
- Bilingual materials tailored to diverse communities
- One on one assistance for caregivers navigating available services
- Collaborations that strengthen support networks across the city and state

How to Give

Your gift helps RCADD remain a dependable, no cost resource for the people who rely on us.

GIFT DESIGNATION HERE: https://payment.give.uic.edu/campaigns/48417/donations/new

*Under Gift Designation Select "Other" and write Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays as your preferred designation

Thank you for supporting RCADD and the communities we serve.
Your generosity makes a meaningful difference.