Celebrating the legacy of Barbara Smiley and our supporters who are ensuring her vision continues. Empowering and Inspiring People with Disabilities!

The EP!Cycling Bike Club is gearing up for another great season of group rides, in partnership with the Illinois Valley Wheelm’n. Rides are scheduled for the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of each month, weather permitting. Our first ride of the season will be held on Tuesday, May 13 at 9:00 AM. Scheduled Ride Dates: All […]

Alice in Wonderland: ReimaginedEnter at your own risk - a world where time stands still, waiting for a new Alice to set it free…Presented by PJ Dance Academy (PJDA) and the Indo-American Society of Peoria (IASP), Alice in Wonderland: Reimagined is a bold, cross-cultural retelling of the beloved tale, brought to life through sweeping choreography, […]

Join us in celebrating the 20th Anniversary of the Illinois Statewide Transition Conference on October 30-31, 2025, at the Crowne Plaza Hotel and Convention Center in Springfield, Illinois The conference will highlight best practices for promoting effective, person-centered transition planning that prepares youth with disabilities for all aspects of adult life. Attendees will have access […]

An evening of fun, music, and community at SPEC’s Fall Celebration & Dance! 🎶🍂This special event is hosted for EP!C individuals to come together, celebrate the season, and enjoy a night full of dancing, laughter, and friendship. Wear your favorite fall colors and get ready to make memories on the dance floor!

An informational session on Illinois ABLE Accounts, a tax-advantaged savings program that allows individuals with disabilities and their families to save for qualified expenses without losing important benefits. A representative from ABLE will walk through eligibility, benefits, and how to open and manage an account.

A Holiday Inspired Shopping Experience... Back for its tenth year, imagine the best local shops joining forces to make holiday shopping convenient and chic! That’s exactly what you’ll get with Tinsel the Town!Tinsel the Town is a unique event for local shoppers and their entourage to enjoy a fun shopping experience while crossing things off […]

In observance of Thanksgiving, EP!C will be closed Thursday, November 27, and Friday, November 28. We wish you and your family a happy and safe holiday!

Join us for the Listening Forums gathering input on offerings for meaningful and impactful programming for community day services. Insights will guide an action plan and shape services based on […]

Join us for the Listening Forums gathering input on offerings for meaningful and impactful programming for community day services. Insights will guide an action plan and shape services based on […]

Join us for the Listening Forums gathering input on offerings for meaningful and impactful programming for community day services. Insights will guide an action plan and shape services based on […]