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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AARP – Insurance

A resource to help navigate planning for long-term care coverage.

ABE Illinois

Provides people with disabilities with financial and insurance support regarding public benefits.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Provides individuals with resources and information around insurance and healthcare.

Health Insurance Marketplace

Find information about health insurance, health services, access to health care (including mental health services), preventive care, and other supportive services.

Illinois Autism Insurance Coalition

Our mission is to support individuals with autism and developmental disabilities get access to insurance-funded services such as ABA, speech and occupational therapy.

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission

Provides legal representation, investigates complaints of rights violations and provides state guardianship for Illinois' population with disabilities.

Illinois Healthcare and Family Services

A program for children who need comprehensive, affordable, health insurance, regardless of immigration status or health condition.

Insure Kids Now

Learn about coverage options for children and teens that qualify for free or low-cost health and dental coverage through Medicaid & the Children's Health Insurance Program (CHIP).

Medicaid Long-Term Care

Provides insurance support to anyone with a disability.

Medicaid.gov

Provides materials to help people with Medicaid or CHIP renew their health coverage or find other health care options.