Illinois Spina Bifida Association

06/13/2026

Check out the Abilities Expo in Schaumburg this weekend!

Abilities Expo Chicago: Where else can you find everything you need for people with disabilities?

06/10/2026

from Bifida Association
Thinking about international travel but not sure where to start?

Join us on June 30 at 7 PM ET for a practical, real-talk session on accessible travel for wheelchair users.

🎤 Guest speakers:
• Shannon Bevans, LCSW
• Mark Deschamp, Founder & CEO of 5280 Mobility

Attendees will learn about planning and booking flights, navigating airports and hotels, safety preparation, budgeting, and valuable lessons learned from international travel experiences. ✈️🌍

The session will feature honest stories, helpful tools, and practical tips designed to help travelers feel more confident exploring the world.

Whether someone is dreaming about their first international trip or preparing for their next adventure, this session offers insights and encouragement for every stage of the journey.

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06/09/2026

It's not too late to register for a fantastic YMCA Camp Independence experience this summer!

🌲 Your best summer memories are waiting! With sessions filling quickly, now's the time to reserve your spot for an incredible summer of campfires, outdoor adventures, new friends, and endless fun. Register today! ☀️🏕️

05/11/2026

The Chicago Transit Authority is seeking feedback from disabled riders and those with disabilities who aren't able to ride transit due to accessibility challenges. The survey takes 15-20 minutes and is offered in English and Spanish. This survey will stay open through the month of May.
English Survey: https://www.research.net/r/AccessLivingCTA
Spanish Survey: https://www.research.net/r/CTAccess?&lang=es

Take this survey powered by surveymonkey.com. Create your own surveys for free.

05/05/2026

Únete el 17 de mayo! Gracias a Lincoln Park Zoo y Hollister Incorporated www.i-sba.org/zoo

05/05/2026

Join us May 17! Thanks Lincoln Park Zoo and Hollister Incorporated
www.i-sba.org/zoo

04/23/2026

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04/23/2026

From

At diagnosis, many parents are told what their child might not do.

When families hear Spina Bifida, conversations may center around surgery, mobility challenges, hydrocephalus, and medical complexity.

What they are not always told:
• Many individuals describe their quality of life as good or very good
• Life expectancy has dramatically improved
• Independence is possible in many forms
• People with Spina Bifida pursue higher education, careers, relationships, and parenthood
• Medical advancements have transformed outcomes over the last 70 years

Families deserve complete, current, and hopeful information. Especially in their native language.

Read more from the Spina Bifida Association’s guide for expectant and new parents: https://www.spinabifidaassociation.org/blog/a-guide-to-spina-bifida-for-expectant-and-new-parents/