Have Dreams

01/27/2026

At Have Dreams, the fun doesn’t hibernate! Our after-school social skills groups are staying warm with winter-themed snacks, games, and socializing with their peers.

01/26/2026

HUGE thanks to Holt's Park Ridge and triplescoopdicecream for partnering with Have Dreams for this family-friendly event! Get your pizzas and sundae kits before they sell out! https://havedreams.org/holts-have-dreams

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01/21/2026

Mark your calendars for our next free, interactive, virtual and professionally-run group for parents and caregivers of individuals with autism. February 18 at 12pm. RSVP by clicking here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc-2OSqgSmc-93sCvOnPpk0OJTz8g5YeZxciQfeV5J93lRcbg/viewform

Did you know that Have Dreams also offers one-on-one counseling services? We have immediate openings, too! Learn more here: https://havedreams.org/about-counseling-services

01/19/2026

01/16/2026

Exciting News! We have a second Instagram account. Follow https://www.instagram.com/havedreamstraining/ for structured teaching strategies for educators and administrators!

01/13/2026

Have Dreams provides autism-specific training and educational programs for parents, caregivers and professionals! Join us for an upcoming training!

* January 28 • Structured Teaching Paraprofessional Training: This training is an introductory-level training designed specifically for classroom and one-to-one Paraprofessionals. In-person at Have Dreams Evanston

* February 4 is SOLD OUT. New date: February 11 • Basic Elements of Structured Teaching: This training offers a practical and in-depth exploration of Structured Teaching—an educational model grounded in supporting autistic students through predictability, visual supports, and meaningful engagement. In-person at Have Dreams Evanston

**NEW** January 29 • Building Better Classrooms: This webinar for ADMINISTRATORS explores the role of Structured Teaching in academic and behavioral growth. Live interactive webinar via Zoom

For more information and to register, please visit: https://havedreams.org/trainings-store

01/12/2026

Friendly reminder that our next free support group meets on Wednesday. Please RSVP by clicking here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdeROwzAWokcDEmPrCo9VNnt1XMCeF8oWMgJWjWtreIwEePdg/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawPR_qBleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFLbjZhdTRXcHVSdXpOM1ZDc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnySUsvLKTij-JkJDmEJjpX7osbObBuAt50H0IxZCq92untW9-4RPMAgRabF_aem_mRh9g4e632BoEeOH6cD9cQ

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

01/09/2026

Decluttering this New Year? Do you have a lot of papers that need shredding? Have Dreams is looking for clean shredding materials! Paper shredding is a job that helps our Life SCILS adults increase stamina and independence, which is so important for being successful in a workplace. The shredding meets each individual where they are!

We will SHRED for free! Donated materials are kept in a locked location and all shredded materials are securely recycled. Questions? Contact Deirdre at dking@havedreams.org if you'd like to Have Dreams shred for you!

01/09/2026

Navigating your child’s IEP or 504 Plan can feel overwhelming—you don’t have to do it alone.

Have Dreams is proud to launch Educational Advocacy & Services, designed to support families as they navigate special education, accommodations and school-based services. We work collaboratively with families and schools to ensure students receive meaningful, individualized support.

Services include classroom observation, IEP coaching, progress monitoring, behavior support, and more.

Learn more or get started by visiting havedreams.org/advocacy

01/08/2026

Have Dreams has IMMEDIATE AVAILABILITY for its one-on-one counseling! We serve individuals on the autism spectrum (ages 10+) as well as parents, caregivers, family members and partners of those with ASD. Our professional therapists have deep autism expertise and can offer support in a variety of ways. Learn more by clicking here: https://havedreams.org/about-counseling-services

01/08/2026

This weekend!

Check out this fun show from our friends at Special Gifts Theatre! More information and tickets can be found here: https://specialgiftstheatre.app.neoncrm.com/nx/portal/neonevents/events?path=%2Fportal%2Fevents%2F29509