Advocates For Acceptance

06/12/2026

🚨Missing Child in Frankfort

Best and final update- Joey has been found and is safe. We will put out a press release and information soon!

Update #2: We now have volunteer search groups deployed throughout the community. We ask residence to please check their homes, garages sheds, etc. to help assist with the search.

Update #1: We have a large number of individuals volunteering to assist. At this time, we need volunteers to stay in their vehicles so the K9's can do their job. We ask any volunteers to meet at the Grand Prairie School Parking Lot, please do not go to the post office.Thank you for your help!

The Frankfort Police Department is searching for an eleven year child with special needs who went missing from his residence on foot.

Joey was last seen in the 10400 Blk of Brookridge Creek Drive and is wearing a tie dye shirt. Anyone with information on Joey’s location should call 911 immediately or 815-485-2500.

06/05/2026

Honored to be acknowledged alongside two other fierce mama advocates! ❤️❤️

Michelle Boone led the way in an autism awareness t-shirt sale that benefitted two special needs charities.

06/02/2026

05/31/2026

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of individuals with special abilities?

🌟 We are looking for compassionate volunteers to join our growing community. Whether you are a certified special educator, a licensed therapist, a dedicated aide, or simply someone who loves being a peer buddy, we need your unique skills and big heart.

Who We Are Looking For: Special Education Teachers: Help us create engaging, adapted learning moments.

Therapists (OT, PT, SLP): Help us assist all abilities!

Peer Buddies: Be a consistent friend and a positive peer role model.💚

Aides & Caregivers: Provide essential support and a helping hand during our programs.

Why Volunteer With Us?

Gain valuable hands-on, resume-building experience. Directly impact the lives of incredible individuals in the area. Join a supportive, welcoming village that celebrates every milestone!

Ready to share your time and talents? Sign up to volunteer for upcoming events.

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Sign up here to volunteer with Advocates For Acceptance. Do you have a little extra time to make a huge impact? 🌟At Advocates For Acceptance, our mission is to empower individuals with special abilities to thrive. But we can’t do it without the heart and dedication of our amazing community!Read...

05/30/2026

We are still smiling after an absolutely wonderful Special Needs Parents Night Out last night! 🌟

Thank you to everyone who made this magical evening possible. A huge and heartfelt thank you to our amazing sponsor, Kevin Molloy - State Farm Insurance Agent and the lovely Irene Wilson for your support in making this event a reality.

THANK YOU to our incredible partners in the community! Hosting our special needs families would not be the same without the welcoming atmosphere and exceptional hospitality of Gatto’s New Lenox and the fantastic team at the Lincoln-way Special Recreation. Thank you for opening your doors and giving our families a safe, fun, and memorable space to gather. We appreciate you both so much.

To our incredible village of volunteers, teachers, therapists, and aides—thank you for giving your time, energy, and hearts. You created the absolute best atmosphere for the kiddos, giving them a fun and safe environment to enjoy themselves. You gave our parents a much-deserved break, and we couldn't do this without you!

Thank you to everyone who stepped up to be part of such a special, inclusive community. We loved seeing the smiles, hearing the laughter, and building these connections. We are already counting down the days and are so excited for the next one!

05/27/2026

Last day to get a ticket for our event Friday. Only one left.

🎉 Excitement is in the air! It's an event like no other, and we want you to be there! 🎉Calling all New Lenox Special Needs Parents! 📣Need a night to recharge?Join us on May 29th from 5PM - 8PM for a special event hosted by The Kevin Molloy Team and Advocates For Acceptance.Your children wil...

05/27/2026

Well done Frankfort Park District! Thank you for making this world a little more inclusive!!

05/20/2026

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