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2026 Registration & Schedules for Teens and Parents/Caregivers
We look forward to seeing many of you in Oak Brook, Illinois for FAACT's Ninth Annual Teen Retreat. We have a full-packed weekend planned for the teens, siblings, and parents/caregivers. You definitely don't want to miss this weekend to meet others who live the same lives and share the same experiences as you and your family.
The Teen Retreat will be full of hands-on and interactive sessions, and there is plenty of fun to be had for all!
* The Friday & Saturday Nights Teen Socials will consist of games, dance, music, karaoke, and more!
* We have a full schedule for the parent/cargiver sessions as well, hearing from leading experts and advocates, and conducting interactive sessions. There will be a Parent/Caregiver Meet & Greet on Friday evening and Social on Saturday evening while the teens are enjoying their social events.
REGISTRATION OPENS JANUARY 1!
Registration Fees Per Person
*Registration fees include the following:
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Entrance to FAACT's Teen Retreat
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ALL meals will be provided and free from the Top 9, gluten, and seeds (and any other restrictions needed, including Vegetarian). Meals that are included: Friday Welcome Dinner; Saturday breakfast, lunch, and dinner; and Sunday breakfast. EVERYONE IS ACCOMMODATED!
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Socials on Friday and Saturday evenings after the Welcome Ceremony: separate for Teens and Parents/Caregivers
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After lunch on Saturday, the Teens will spend the afternoon at 'Escape The Room' at Oak Brook Centre for a team building activity. (Escape the Room fees and Charter Bus fees included in registration fees).
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Coffee/soda/juice/water beverages throughout the weekend.
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FAACT gifts for all attendees, including Teen Retreat sweatshirts for everyone.
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NOTE: Pre-teens and Teens (ages 11-17) must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver and/or legal guardian who also attends the Teen Retreat weekend. If 18 and still a senior in high school, teens must be accompanied by a parent/caregiver and/or legal guardian who attends the Teen Retreat weekend. If 18+ and in college, teens may attend the Teen Retreat weekend on their own, but parents/caregivers and/or legal guardians are still preferred to attend.
Deadline to Register is September 25, 2026!
Teen Retreat Weekend Timeline
| Friday, October 9: | Anytime: Arrive / Check-in to Hotel |
| 5:00pm-6:30pm: Welcome Dinner | |
| 6:30pm-7:00pm: Check-in at Registration (receive name badges, materials, gifts, & visit Expo booths) | |
| 7:00pm-8:30pm: Welcome Ceremony & Interactive Fun (IYKYK) :-) | |
| 8:30pm-10:30pm: Teen Social and Parents/Caregivers Social | |
| Saturday, October 10: | 8:00am-9:00pm: Group Breakfast |
| 9:00am-1:00pm: Separate Teen and Parent/Caregiver Sessions | |
| 1:00pm-2:00pm: Separate Teen and Parent/Caregiver Luncheons | |
| 2:00pm-4:30pm: Teen Activity at 'Escape The Room' at Oak Brook Shopping Centre for some fun team building. | |
| 2:00pm-4:30pm: Parent/Caregiver Sessions | |
| 4:30pm-6:30pm: Break | |
| 6:30pm-7:30pm: Group Dinner | |
| 7:30pm-9:30pm: Teen Dance Party and Parents/Caregivers Social | |
| Sunday, October 11: | 8:00am-9:00am: Group Breakfast |
| 9:00am-11:00am: Separate Teen and Parent/Caregiver Sessions | |
| 11:00am-12:00pm: Joint Teen and Parent/Caregiver Session to conclude the weekend |
- There will be some Teen joint sessions, but then Teen sessions will break out into groups by grades:
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- Grades 6-9
- Grades 10-12
- College
- If flying, be sure to book flights home on Sunday after 3:00pm CST.
Payment
Registration payments must be made in full online at time of registration or by check via mail sent to: FAACT, P.O. Box 511, West Chester, OH 45071.
If paying online, please go to FAACT's Donate page. Click on "Other" and enter the amount of your registration total, and enter "Teen Retreat" in the "Reason" box. All payments online are secure through our PayPal account. Cancellations prior to September 8, 2026, are eligible for a 100% refund of the registration. After September 8, the deposit will be refunded less $50.
For sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities, please contact Eleanor Garrow-Holding
