Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays (RCADD)

06/12/2026

From The Illinois Chapter Of American Academy of Pediatrics

Want to Know More About Autism?

Get Questions Answered & Resources Directly to Your Email

Sign Up for a Free 7-Day Parent Guide to Autism

https://illinoisaap.org/autism-guide/

Wondering about autism and what it might mean for your child? This free email guide from Illinois pediatricians gives you trusted, practical information, without overwhelming you or your inbox.

Each day takes less than 10 minutes to read!

No medical terms you don’t understand. No judgment. Just the information you need.

Over 7 days, you'll learn:

> What autism is and how to recognize early signs
> Steps in the autism diagnosis process
> How to access therapies and early intervention services
> Your child's rights to school support if they have autism
> Real strategies for daily life
> Where to find resources and support in Illinois

Available in English & Spanish

This free 7-day email series provides trusted guidance on autism, early intervention, and supporting your child, all in English and Spanish. Sign up today to receive helpful information directly in your inbox.

Disponible en inglés y español

Esta serie gratuita de 7 días por correo electrónico ofrece orientación confiable sobre el autismo, intervención temprana y cómo apoyar a su hijo/a, todo en español. Inscríbase hoy para recibir información útil directamente en su bandeja de entrada.

https://illinoisaap.org/autism-guide/

06/08/2026

NPN Summer Camp Directory

Use the filters on the right to search for Chicago summer camps by age, price, location and more (Camp Specialty/Special Needs). Looking for a particular camp? Search by name below.

Use the filters on the right to search for Chicago summer camps by age, price, location and more. Looking for a particular camp? Search by name below.

06/05/2026

"Don't sweat it this summer with these RCADD resources"

Free Downloadable Summer Activities and Visual Supports
Fun in the summer time! Visit our website for free summer themed structured activities and visual supports. The downloads are available in both English and Spanish...& more in this months RCADD newsletter.

https://t.e2ma.net/webview/9t0elk/1331ff243f3a45d0610e22df66bd114d

06/04/2026

CONFERENCE 2026
SAVE THE DATE

Join us June 26th and 27th in our annual conference, this year dedicated to the voices, experiences and resilience of Latino families and persons with disabilities in our community.

During two days we will have educational talks, community stories, resources, panels, spaces for reflection and activities focused in empowering, connecting and strengthening our community.

BOTH DAYS: participation in person and/or virtually

SAVE THE DATE AND PLEASE SHARE WITH YOUR NETWORK AND CONTACTS.

06/04/2026

CONFERENCIA 2026
RESERVE LA FECHA

Acompáñenos 26 y 27 de junio en nuestra conferencia anual, este año dedicada a las voces, experiencias y resilencia de familias latinas y personas con discapacidad en nuestra comunidad.

Durante dos días tendremos charlas educativas, historias
comunitarias, recursos, paneles, espacios de reflexión y
actividades enfocadas en empoderar, conectar y fortalecer a
nuestra comunidad.

AMBOS DÍAS: participación presencial y/o virtual

RESERVE LA FECHA Y FAVOR DE COMPARTIR EN SUS REDES Y CON SUS CONTACTOS.

06/03/2026

RCADD continues to provide free support for families and educators every day.

As our funding has shifted, we are beginning to ask those who value this work to help sustain it.

If you are in a position to do so,

• Go to https://cfl.uic.edu/donation/ and click to make a gift

• Enter your gift amount

• Under Gift Designation, select “Other (Indicate where to direct your donation)”

• Enter exactly: UIC Center for Literacy/Resource Center for Autism & Developmental Delays

• Complete your information and submit

Together, we can keep this support accessible and responsive for our community. Thank you for being part of it, kindly.

Team RCADD

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06/03/2026

Thank you to everyone who joined Finding the Right Fit: What Families Should Know About ABA Services, and to those who continue to share it with your communities. We appreciate your support in helping families access clear and meaningful information.

Whether you attended the session or are just coming across it now, you can view the full recording and materials here:
https://blend-lab.com/finding-the-right-fit-what-families-should-know-about-aba-services

Please feel free to share with any families or staff who may benefit. If there are follow up questions, you’re welcome to reach out directly at [email protected].

Rocco Catrone, PhD, BCBA-D, IBA, CPACC
he/him/his
Visiting Clinical Assistant Professor
College of Education
University of Illinois Chicago

A short presentation on choosing good ABA services.

05/27/2026

TODAY AT 12:00!
No advance registration is required.

For families who are navigating ABA services and seeking clarity around what high quality, meaningful support should look like for their child.

The BLEND Lab at UIC thoughtfully addresses many of the questions families have and offers practical guidance to support informed decision making.

The QR code and Zoom link on the flyer are used to join at the time of the session.

05/21/2026

¡Únete a nosotros mañana para nuestro próximo seminario en español! "Adiós pañales – Aprendiendo a Ir al Baño para Niño/as con Necesidades Especiales" Viernes, 29 de mayo, de 12:00 a 1:15 p. m. Por favor, regístrese para recibir el enlace de Zoom para el seminario web. https://cfl.uic.edu/events/adios-panales-aprendiendo-a-ir-al-bano-para-nino-as-con-necesidades-especiales-2/

05/08/2026

RCADD regularly connects with families who are navigating ABA services and seeking clarity around what high quality, meaningful support should look like for their child.

This upcoming session from BLEND Lab at UIC thoughtfully addresses many of the same questions families bring to us and offers practical guidance to support informed decision making.

We recommend this opportunity for families who are currently receiving or considering ABA services.

Wednesday, May 27 | 12:00 to 1:15 PM CST
Virtual via Zoom

Note: The QR code and Zoom link on the flyer are used to join at the time of the session. No advance registration is required.