The mission of Aspire of Illinois is to support the successes of people with disabilities, strengthen their families, and build embracing communities. The vision of Aspire is to create a community where people of all abilities live, learn, and grow together. The organization provides an array of services across Cook and Lake County, including living […]
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Amazing Sensory Designs, LLC specializes in customized sensory space and Sensory products that can be used to stimulate or calm the senses. Sensory rooms and Sensory products are often used for people with disabilities or special needs, as they can provide safe, welcoming environments where individuals can explore and play. Also, ASD, LLC can help
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The Illinois Respite Coalition is a statewide organization that provides respite and resources and support for family caregivers who are caring for loved ones of any disability and throughout the lifespan. The coalition spread 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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The Illinois Home Care Ombudsman Program advocates on behalf of individuals who are receiving services through the Home and Community-Based Waiver Services Program and the Medicare Medicaid Alignment Initiative. Please click here to view an informational video about The Illinois Home Care Ombudsman Program – recorded from the disABILITY Expo’s Third Thursday Resource Round-up event
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The Place for Children with Autism is an award winning and accredited autism therapy provider. We provide full day ABA therapy to children ages 2-6 in a school-like setting. Throughout the day, we have activities such as circle time, music, art, dance, and group snack and lunches. However, each child has a 1:1 therapist trained
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The Urbana Early Childhood School staff provides a quality, individualized learning program for eligible preschool children. Every classroom is made up of 3, 4, and 5 year olds who work and play in classrooms with students of all abilities. CU Early serves children from birth to age 3 and their families in Champaign, Urbana, and
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The Center on Health, Aging, and Disability provides leadership in interdisciplinary research and engagement to support health and well-being across the lifespan, livable communities, and optimal living with disabilities. The center works to promote discoveries addressing critical health and societal issues and facilitate collaboration between campus researchers and external partners.
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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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