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The Tourette Association of America, Illinois Chapter is a volunteer led, nonprofit organization supporting the needs of individuals and families affected by Tourette Syndrome and Tic Disorders. We are committed to raising public awareness and fostering social acceptance; advancing scientific understanding, treatment options and care; educating professionals to better serve the needs of children, adults and families challenged by Tourette and Tic Disorders; advocating for public policies and services that promote positive school, work and social environments; Providing help, hope and a supportive community across the nation; and empowering our community to deal with the complexities of this spectrum of disorders.
Events
The 2024 Illinois Golf Classic and Games for a Change will be on August 19, 2024 at Bryn Mawr Country Club. Stay tuned for any changes.
Join the Illinois and Wisconsin Chapters of the Tourette Association of America for our very first “Conference for All Ages” on Saturday April 27, 2024 at the Great Wolf Lodge in Gurnee, IL.
We have several speakers on various topics, a gathering for children, and lunch will be served.
For questions, email [email protected], and we will be happy to assist.
Join us on Saturday, June 29, 2024 at Chicago Executive Airport (formerly Palwaukee Airport) in Wheeling/Prospect Heights for their 9th annual “Run the Runway.”
Our chapter has sponsored a booth for this event to get the word out about TS and tic disorders. If you would like to volunteer to man the booth, please email us at [email protected].
Register for the 5K Run, the 1-Mile Walk or the new Kid’s Dash event (for ages 2-9), all taking place on Chicago Executive’s airfield. To register go to www.chiexec.com.
Hope to see you there!!!
Services
Check back here for information for the 2025 Youth Ambassador, Rising Leader, and Junior Youth Ambassador programs.
The TAA offers complimentary in-service presentations around the state with various schools on an as needed basis. It can make a tremendous difference in your child’s academic experience to have the school staff educated about the many facets of TS. We also offer presentations for peers.
