Association of People Supporting Employment First
Promotes employment and career advancement opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Read MoreIDD Navigator
Don’t know where to turn? Having trouble navigating the state system on your own? IDD Navigator is a free, public directory of Illinois service providers and other resources for individuals or families seeking services for those with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). IDD Navigator makes it easier to identify and locate the right services for your loved one.
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Find the right options for your loved one with IDD. From residential options to schools, from day programs to employment, and everything in between!
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It’s hard to know where to begin. If you seek support for a child, adult, or senior with IDD, we’ll help you get started.
Navigating the Government
Finding your way through government resources can be like navigating a maze. Let IDD Navigator help you.
Providing you the resources you need to navigate the IDD landscape
Every resource, easily accessible. Use the search and filter below to link to other agency sites, research or articles to find the exact type of resource you and your family need.
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At Home Mission
Provides group homes with up to 24 hours of support each day, with a professional staff, trained to administer the most beneficial care and to help all individuals realize their...
Read MoreAutism Society
Connects people with autism to the resources they need through education, advocacy, resources and community programming.
Read MoreAutism Speaks
Creates an inclusive world for individuals with autism through advocacy, services, supports, research and innovation and advances in care.
Read MoreAutism Speaks
A guide to autism advocacy
Read MoreAutism Speaks – Financial Assistance
Connects people with autism to resources in their area dealing with financial assistance related to autism care.
Read MoreAutistic Self Advocacy Network
A nonprofit organization run by and for autistic people. ASAN is a national grassroots disability rights organization for the autistic community.
Read MoreAvenues to Independence
Provides homes, jobs and community living programs to adults with physical, intellectual and other developmental disabilities.
Read MoreBarbara Olson Center of Hope
Supports adults with developmental disabilities through individualized skill development, vocational opportunities and community service.
Read MoreBest Buddies International
Secures jobs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
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