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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 2025 Illinois Golf Classic and Games For a Change is scheduled for Monday, July 14, 2025. The NEW LOCATION is Briarwood Country Club, 355 Deerfield Rd., in Deerfield, IL.
The Wisconsin and Illinois Conference for 2025 will be held on Saturday, April 12 at Northwest Community Hospital in Arlington Heights, IL.
This conference is for adults and children, lunch will be provided, and there will be several presentations.
Services
We are currently looking for volunteers to start support groups in Illinois.
We have several families in the northwest suburbs, northern suburbs, Chicago, southern suburbs, and southwest suburbs that any support groups should be a success. For further information email us at [email protected]. A meeting place, like a church, library, synagogue, or park (during nice weather) is all that is needed.
Congratulations and welcome to our new Youth Ambassadors for 2025 – Elijah Brown and Emme Reall
Also, congratulations to our new Junior Youth Ambassador for 2025 – Konstantinos (Gus) Tzoumas
We, at the Illinois chapter, look forward to working with you in the new year!
The TAA offers complimentary in-service presentations throughout the state to all 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.
