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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The Going Home Coalition

A diverse statewide network of self-advocates, families, community service providers and allies

The Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities (ICDD)

The Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities (ICDD) advocates for policies, programs, and resources that empower individuals with developmental disabilities to lead independent and fulfilling lives.

The Illinois Network of Child Care Resource and Referral Agencies (INCCRRA)

Makes high quality, affordable early care and education and school-age care options available for children and families across Illinois.

The Institute on Public Policy for People with Disabilities

As Illinois’ only member organization focused exclusively on the needs of adults with I/DD, they deliver best-in-class education, resources, and support to direct service providers that enrich the lives of...

The International Council on Development and Learning

Provides information and support to parents and caregivers with developmental challenges such as autism including opportunities to connect with other parents, support groups and webinars.

The Mobility Resource

Provides the world’s largest wheelchair van inventory.

The National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities

Provides funding support to programs that promote self-determination, integration and inclusion for all people in the United States with developmental disabilities.

The National Disability Rights Network

A nonprofit membership organization for the federally mandated Protection and Advocacy (P&A) Systems and the Client Assistance Programs (CAP) for individuals with disabilities.

The Northern Illinois Special Recreation Association

Provides meaningful recreation experiences to preschoolers, children, teens, adults and senior adults with disabilities, with close staff-to-participant ratios to assist people with disabilities in achieving their greatest success.

The Statewide Independent Living Council of Illinois

Provides leadership, research, planning and education required to support independent living services in Illinois