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16th annual Disability Resource Expo set for October 18 at Market Place Mall

16th annual Disability Resource Expo set for October 18 at Market Place Mall

Organized by the Champaign County Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Boards. Photo: Metro Services


CHAMPAIGN, IL (Chambana Today) — The 16th Annual Disability Resource Expo: Reaching Out for Answers is set to take place on Saturday, October 18, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Market Place Mall, located at 2000 N Neil St., Champaign.

This year’s event, proudly sponsored by Thrivent Financial, invites individuals of all ages to actively engage in a community-centered event that empowers everyone to thrive. With a mission to connect people with disabilities—and those who support them—to vital services and resources, the Expo continues to serve as a one-stop opportunity for education, outreach, and support.

The Expo will feature a wide range of vendors and organizations offering resources for all ages, including support for physical, intellectual, and developmental disabilities. Accessibility assistance and interpreters will be available on-site to ensure all attendees can fully participate in the day’s activities.

Organized by the Champaign County Mental Health and Developmental Disabilities Boards, the Expo promises meaningful connections, interactive displays, and expert guidance across a wide variety of disability-related topics.

For more information and updates, visit the official Expo website at www.disabilityresourceexpo.org.

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