Developmental Differences Resource Fair

Our 10th annual fair is dedicated to providing Chicago families with school options, service providers and other resources that focus on serving families with children with developmental differences! Whether you have a diagnosis for your child and need comprehensive care or you are looking for services that can treat specific delays or behavioral issues, DDRF is your one-stop shop for solutions. RSVP below to expedite your check-in process.

See our most current list of exhibitors (updated daily). See the program.

Event Schedule:

10:00 - 11:00 Session 1: Managing Challenging Behaviors with Jacqueline Molina of Lumiere Children's Therapy. Sessions are for adults only whenever possible.

10:00 - 11:00 Session 2: Navigating Insurance with Alexandra Eidenberg of The Insurance People. Sessions are for adults only whenever possible.

Note: Session 1 & Session 2 run at the same time.

10:00 Exhibit Hall Opens

12:00 - 12:30 Session 3: Guided Relaxation Exercise for Caregivers with Heather Bragg. This session leads caregivers in 5-7 minutes of quiet meditation and is not suitable for children.

1:00 Exhibit Hall Closes

1:00 - 2:00 Session 4: IEP 101 with Mo Buti of AiepA. Sessions are for adults only whenever possible.

Note: Session 3 begins when the exhibit hall ends. Parents who wish to visit the exhibit hall should visit the hall before they attend session 3.

The exhibit hall is open from 10:00am - 1:00pm.