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The Special Needs Network
Not-for-profit organization provides resources, research and education for families of individuals with disabilities and the elderly. Includes information about connecting with other families, working successfully with government agencies, keeping up with changes in the law and becoming an advocate for your family member.
CHOICES/Early CHOICES
Works to increase the capacities of school districts and educational personnel to educate and provide supports and services to children and youth with disabilities in the preschool, school and community environments in which they would participate if not identified as having a disability.
Chicago Public Schools Office of Specialized Services
Office coordinates a wide variety of support services for all students in the Chicago Public Schools, including special education and related services for students with disabilities and students receiving related services under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Designs for Change
Serves as a catalyst for major improvements in the public schools serving the 50 largest cities in the country, with a particular emphasis on Chicago.
Early Intervention Services in Illinois
Contact information for offices throughout the state that provide early intervention diagnostics and services for infants and children from birth to age three.
Exploring Inclusive Education
News group discusses topics related to inclusive education for all children, including children with disabilities.
Family Manual for Transition
Guide from the Arc of Illinois individuals with developmental disabilities and their families as they transition to employment and adult services. Document is in .pdf format.
Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center
Works to empower parents and professionals to achieve the strongest possible outcomes for students with disabilities, and to enhance the quality of life for children and young adults with disabilities.
Family Resource Center on Disabilities
Provides information, assistance and support to educate and train parents and teachers of children with disabilities. Programs include seminars special education rights and trainings for parent leaders.
Illinois Division of Development Disabilities
Works to provide a full array of quality, outcome-based, person- and community-centered services and supports for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families in Illinois.
Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services
Works in partnership 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.
Illinois Life Span
Statewide information resource and referral for advocacy and services for people with developmental disabilities. Site includes a searchable database, contact information for electronic and phone assistance and an advocacy "toolbox."
Illinois Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Program
Helps people with disabilities find and keep quality employment that pays a living wage and offers a chance for advancement.
Lincoln College Office for Disability Services
Provides services to all students with disabilities at Lincoln College to ensure equal opportunities for these students. If you are a student with a disability, please contact Dr. Stephanie Gaddy, Director, via phone (217-732-3155) or email.
National Lekotek Center
Lekotek uses interactive play experiences, and the learning that results, to promote the inclusion of children with special needs into family and community life.
PEPNet - Midwest
The Postsecondary Education Programs Network (PEPNet) provides resources, information, in-service training, and technical assistance for postsecondary institutions to improve existing services or to establish new services for students who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing.
Special Education Services in Illinois
The Illinois State Board of Education partners with school districts to provide programs and services for students with specialized educational needs.
State of Illinois Developmental Disabilities Information
Information for parents of children with developmental disabilities about support services available in the state of Illinois.
Transition from School to Adult Life for Students with Disabilities, Ages 14-22
Information and resources regarding programs and services that can help students successfully transition from school to work or higher education.
Transition-Related Information & Resources
List of Web sites that provide information and resources related to transition for students from high school to employment of higher education. Document is in .pdf format.
University of Illinois Institute on Disability & Human Development
One of over sixty University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities in the country, the Institute works to expand and improve services available to people with disabilities and their families.
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