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Family Support Services

We provide families with children who have disabilities with services, supports, activities, and resources.

Our programs, resources, and activities are individualized to each family's needs and can include our respite program, consultation services, caregiver retreat, and sibling support.

Family Support Services at Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford works with more than one million people every year. Whether by phone or email, in the family home, or at a convenient location, we are dedicated to providing community-based, comprehensive services for individuals living with a disability and their families.

Parent Education and Social Activities

Respite Program

Consultation Services

Caregiver Retreats

Sibling Support

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Kathleen Kurtz

Program Manager

Kathleen Kurtz is the Program Manager for Family Support Services and Teen Family Support at Easterseals Serving Chicagoland and Greater Rockford.

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Kathleen Kurtz

Program Manager

730 North Church
Rockford, IL 61103

Tel: 815.965.5069 Fax: 815.965.6021

kkurtz@eastersealschicago.org

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  • 06/24/2025 at 6:30 pm

Family Support Services | Parent Support Group | 2025 Monthly Meetings

Join Family Support Services and our Parent Support Group at monthly meet-ups for peer support and conversation. We offer experience-sharing and local resources for families with a child with a disability.

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Blog
  • 04/28/2025

JP's Journey with Easterseals

After their son was diagnosed with a neurological disorder, a family turned to Easterseals for support and resources.

Blog
  • 12/16/2024

Family Support Services Event “Painting with the Plants” Delights Families Through Art and Nature

Nature-inspired Painting with the Plants, recently took place at the Nicholas Conservatory in Rockford. Participants explored painting using conservatory plants, while also learning about the trees and greenery featured in the activity. Tactile in nature, the afternoon was an opportunity to invite children and their parents and caregivers to interact with natural materials, all while enjoying the lush, tropical environment of the conservatory. Our Family Support Services (FSS) feature community-focused programs and activities designed for families of children with developmental disabilities. These events are dedicated to empowering families to thrive by providing the essential tools, resources, and services to support their physical, mental, and emotional well-being.

Blog
  • 11/01/2024

40 Moms Re"Treat" Themselves at Family Support Services 13th Annual Weekend Retreat

Forty moms of children with disabilities came together for a weekend of laughter, love, support (and even a few tears) at Family Support Services' 13th Annual Mom's Retreat.

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  • 06/26/2024

Non-profits bring a parent support group for children with special needs to Freeport

FREEPORT, Ill. (WTVO) — ECR's Family Support Services and Hope Wins partner to welcome new parent support group.

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  • 05/16/2024

Another Amazing Family Support Services Mom's Retreat in Galena

Family Support Services collaborated with Starnet Region I & III and Dr. Karen Maloney of Carein Connections to organize our annual Galena Mom’s Retreat. This retreat is specifically designed for mothers and caregivers of children with disabilities. The theme for this year’s retreat was “Self-Care: Self-Love as Your Superpower.” Learn more and see photos.

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  • 05/15/2024

Family Fun Night Enjoyed by All at Carlson Ice Arena

On April 27th, the Family Support Services program, The Autism Program at Easterseals, and the Therapeutic Recreation Department of the Rockford Park District partnered to host a Family Fun Event at Carlson Ice Arena where attendees enjoyed playing in Sapora Play World and ice skating. Check out some photos.

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