Epilepsy Advocacy Network optimizes the lives of individuals with epilepsy by promoting community education and awareness, self-advocacy and empowerment, and access to proper care. Services offered by Epilepsy Advocacy Network include case management, free seizure first aid trainings, and support groups.
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Envision Unlimited offers programs for people with intellectual, developmental, and mental health disabilities, including residential support, day programs, employment services, living transitions, behavioral health, and community engagement. Envision Unlimited empowers individuals to live, work, and thrive in inclusive communities across Illinois.
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The Speech & Hearing Clinic, operated by the Speech & Hearing Science Department in the College of Applied Health Sciences at the University of Illinois, offers full-range diagnostic and therapeutic services to children and adults of all ages. Care is provided by graduate student clinicians under the supervision and expertise of licensed and nationally certified
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Illinois Extension provides practical translations of cutting-edge research to help people, businesses, and communities find answers to some of the most pressing issues in the modern world. Please click here to view an informational interview video about University of Illinois Extension’s Money Mentors program, with captions and sign language interpreter, from the February 18, 2021,
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The Illinois Respite Coalition is a statewide organization that provides respite programs, resources, and referrals to support family caregivers who are caring for loved ones of any disability and throughout the lifespan. The coalition spreads awareness on the importance of caregivers receiving a break and making statewide referrals so families can be connected with resources that
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IL ABLE “Achieving a Better Life Experience” Accounts give people with disabilities and their families greater financial independence while preserving benefits. A high-quality, low-cost IL ABLE savings and investment Account can be opened by an Eligible Individual, or Authorized Individual, at any time, no matter what state they live in.
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Child & Family Connections #16 (CFC) is the State of Illinois Early Intervention Program in Champaign, Ford, Iroquois, Livingston, McLean and Vermilion Counties. Early Intervention (EI) services are for families who have children ages birth to 3 with disabilities and/or risk of developmental delay, or who have a qualifying medical condition. Services may include therapies
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Swann Special Care Center is a home for children and adults who have severe and profound developmental disabilities. The staff consists of skilled professionals, paraprofessionals, and trained nursing assistants who, with other support staff, provide a caring atmosphere in which residents’ physical, medical, nutritional, educational, emotional, and social needs are met.
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Eden Supportive Living is a lifestyle designed for people with physical disabilities ages 22-64 who expect a better quality of living. At Eden, a person can live amongst their peers in exciting neighborhoods, while taking comfort in knowing there are licensed health professionals available to assist with daily living activities or health emergencies. A monthly
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DHS’s Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is the state’s lead agency serving individuals with disabilities. DRS works with people with disabilities and their families to assist them in making informed choices to achieve full community participation through employment, education, and independent living opportunities. Please click here to view an informational video about DHS/Division of Rehabilitation
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