Resources

Resources, easily accessible, so you can navigate the IDD landscape. 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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Advocacy

A Voice of Reason

Advocates for high quality care and human rights for all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

Access Living

Provide critical services, and break down systemic barriers to create a stronger, more inclusive society

ADAPT: American Disabled for Attendant Programs

A grassroots disability rights organization that actively advocates for the civil rights of people with disabilities

Administration for Community Living

State councils on developmental disabilities

Advocacy Unlocked LLC

At Advocacy Unlocked, our mission is to empower families of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) to navigate the special education system successfully.

Advocate

There are many ways you can help get the message to our state and federal legislators and decision-makers about the critical issues facing the IDD community.

Advocates for Access

The Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission protects the rights and promotes the welfare of people with disabilities.

American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Works to increase the political and economic power of people with disabilities.

ANCOR

Works to shape policy and share solutions to strengthen the ability of community-based providers to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Ancor Advocacy Toolkit

Guidance on how to connect with elected officials in your district, write persuasive op-eds and letters to the editor, effectively communicate advocacy priorities and issues, engage on social media, and...