Established in 1980, Access Living is a nonresidential Center for Independent Living for people with all types of disabilities – one of the first in the country. Access Living’s programs and services promote the empowerment, independence and inclusion of people with all types of disabilities in every aspect of community life.
115 W Chicago Avenue
Chicago, IL 60610
Voice: (312) 640-2100
(800) 613-8549
TTY: (312) 640-2102
(888) 253-7003
Fax: (312) 640-2101Website:
http://www.accessliving.org
http://www.accessliving.org
"To qualify for disability license plates or a parking placard, an applicant must submit a Secretary of State Persons with Disabilities Certification form. The form must be completed by a licensed physician certifying that the applicant has one of the following six specific medical conditions that severely impairs their ability to walk ("Cannot walk 200 feet without stopping to rest" is no longer a qualifying disability, unless it is related to one of these conditions.): Cannot walk without the assistance of another person, prosthetic device, wheelchair or other assistive device; be restricted by lung disease to such a degree that forced (respiratory) expiratory volume (FEV) in 1 second, when measure by spirometry, is less than 1 liter; must use portable oxygen; have Class III or Class IV cardiac condition according to standards set by the American Heart Association; be severely limited in the ability to walk due to an arthritic, neurological or orthopedic condition; has permanently lost the use of or is missing a hand or arm."
Secretary of State Jesse White
Persons with Disabilities
License Plates/Placard Unit
501 S. Second Street, Room 541
Springfield, IL 62756
Voice: (217)782-2285
(800)252-2904
TTY: (800)261-5280Website:
http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/vehicles/license_plate_guide/persons_disabilities.html
http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/departments/vehicles/license_plate_guide/persons_disabilities.html
This web page describes accessible parking space requirements in Illinois, including number of spaces, space dimensions, and signage.
Disability Rights Bureau
100 West Randolph Street
Chicago, Illinois 60601
Voice: (312)814-5684
TTY: (800)964-3013Website:
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/accessible_parking.html
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/accessible_parking.html
Advocates for Access is a private, not-for-profit, non-residential organization established in 1985. Advocates for Access is managed by and for people with disabilities. We are a Center for Independent Living dedicated to “Empowering People With Disabilities To Live Independently In Our Community.” To fulfill this mission, Advocates for Access provides direct services, combined with advocacy for social change to allow greater integration of persons with disabilities into mainstream life. We serve people with disabilities, their families and the community in which they live. We also work with private organizations, local communities, service providers, businesses and industries that require technical assistance in responding to the needs of people with disabilities.Advocates for Access serves the counties of Peoria, Tazewell, Fulton and Woodford.
4450 N. Prospect Road, Suite C8
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
Voice: (309) 682-3500
TTY: (309) 682-3567
Fax: (309) 682-3989
Email: info@advocatesforaccess.comWebsite:
http://www.advocatesforaccess.com
http://www.advocatesforaccess.com
Legal Council for Health Justice uses the power of the law to secure dignity, opportunity, and well-being for people facing barriers due to illness or disability. Legal Council for Health Justice serves many demographics, including individuals living with HIV/AIDS, children and families with disabilities and chronic illness, senior citizens, and homeless individuals with dual diagnosis.
Legal Council for Health Justice
17 N. State St., Suite 900
Chicago, IL 60602
Voice: (312) 427-8990
TTY: (312) 327-1983
(866) 506-3038
Fax: (312) 427-8419
Email: info@legalcouncil.orgWebsite:
https://legalcouncil.org
https://legalcouncil.org
We empower persons with disabilities to effectively control and direct their lives. The Achieving Independence and Mobility Center for Independent Living provides leadership through training, community development and advocacy to enable persons with disabilities to fully participate in family, social and community life.
3130 Finley Rd.
Suite 500
Downers Grove, IL 60515
Voice: (630)469-2300
TTY: (630) 469-2300
Video Phone (630) 984-4251
Fax: (630) 469-2606
Email: dcil@mcs.comWebsite:
http://aim-cil.org/
http://aim-cil.org/
CDEL has a dual mission, which has remained constant since the organization was founded in 1984: 1. To provide free legal services to low-income seniors and persons with disabilities who reside in Chicago and suburban Cook County, Illinois. 2. To foster the spirit of pro bono service throughout the Chicago and Cook County legal communities
205 W. Randolph, Suite 1610
Chicago, IL 60606
Voice: (312) 376-1880
TTY: (312) 908-8705
Fax: (312) 376-1885
Email: info@cdelaw.orgWebsite:
http://www.cdelaw.org/
http://www.cdelaw.org/
The Department of Human Rights administers the Illinois Human Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (with regard to employment), familial status (with regard to real estate transactions), age, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, unfavorable military discharge, and sexual orientation.
Marion State Regional Office Building
2309 W. Main Street, Suite 112
Marion, IL 62959
Voice: (618) 993-7463
Fax: (618) 993-7464Website:
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
The Department of Human Rights administers the Illinois Human Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (with regard to employment), familial status (with regard to real estate transactions), age, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, unfavorable military discharge, and sexual orientation.
535 West Jefferson 1st Floor
Intake Unit
Springfield, IL 62702
Voice: (217) 785-5100
TTY: (866) 740-3953
Fax: (217) 785-5106Website:
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
The Department of Human Rights administers the Illinois Human Rights Act, which prohibits discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status (with regard to employment), familial status (with regard to real estate transactions), age, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, unfavorable military discharge, and sexual orientation.
James R. Thompson Center
100 West Randolph Street,
Suite 10-100
Chicago, Illinois 60601
Voice: (312) 814-6200
TTY: (217) 785-5125Website:
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
http://www.illinois.gov/dhr/Pages/default.aspx
The Client Assistance Program (CAP) helps people with disabilities receive quality services by advocating for their interests and helping them identify resources, understand procedures, resolve problems, and protect their rights in the rehabilitation process, employment, and home services. Individuals with a disability who want to receive or are receiving Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) services are eligible for CAP assistance. CAP can help people obtain answers to questions and resolve issues with VR services, the Home Services Program, Centers for Independent Living, or community rehabilitation programs and workshops. CAP can also provide some guidance and advice on employment issues under the Americans with Disabilities Act, Title I
100 S Grand Ave East
Basement
PO BOX 19429
Springfield, IL 62794-9429
Voice: (800) 641-3929
TTY: (888) 460-5111
Email: dhs.cap@illinois.govWebsite:
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=37637
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=37637
Our goal is to educate, enrich, and enlighten the people, businesses, and organizations of Illinois regarding the ADA.
Illinois ADA Project Manager c/o Equip For Equality
20 N. Michigan, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60602
Voice: (877) 232-3601
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (312) 541-7544
Email: RachelA@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
https://www.equipforequality.org/ada-il/
https://www.equipforequality.org/ada-il/
IATP's mission is to increase access to and the acquisition of Assistive Technology (AT) devices and services for individuals of all ages with disabilities. IATP provides AT information and services in the areas of education, employment, community living, and IT/telecommunications. Our goal is to improve the quality of life of all Illinoisans with disabilities and enable them through greater access to assistive technology devices to fully participate in all aspects of life. We believe disability is a natural part of the human experience and in no way diminishes a person's right to:
* enjoy full inclusion and integration in mainstream society;
* benefit from an education;
* pursue meaningful careers and;
* enjoy self-determination and make choices.
1020 South Spring Street
Springfield, IL 62704
Voice: (217) 522-7985
TTY: (217) 522-9966
Fax: (217) 522-8067
Email: iatp@iltech.orgWebsite:
http://www.iltech.org
http://www.iltech.org
The Disability Rights Bureau enforces State and Federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities to equal access to buildings, housing, and services. The Bureau resolves accessibility and discrimination violations impacting the people of the state of Illinois through negotiation and litigation.
In addition to the Bureau's enforcement work, the Disability Rights Bureau regularly provides technical assistance and referrals to individuals with disabilities and public and private entities seeking to comply with disability rights laws. The Bureau also conducts disability rights training programs for courts, law enforcement, and other groups upon request. The bureau is a part of the Illinois Attorney General's Office.
500 S. Second Street
Springfield, IL 62701
Voice: (217) 524-2660
TTY: (877) 844-5461
Fax: (217) 557-5747Website:
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/disabilityrights.html
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/disabilityrights.html
The Disability Rights Bureau enforces State and Federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities to equal access to buildings, housing, and services. The Bureau resolves accessibility and discrimination violations impacting the people of the state of Illinois through negotiation and litigation.
In addition to the Bureau's enforcement work, the Disability Rights Bureau regularly provides technical assistance and referrals to individuals with disabilities and public and private entities seeking to comply with disability rights laws. The Bureau also conducts disability rights training programs for courts, law enforcement, and other groups upon request. The bureau is a part of the Illinois Attorney General's Office.
James R. Thompson Center, 11th floor
100 W. Randolph Street
Chicago, IL 60601
Voice: (312) 814-5684
TTY: (800) 964-3013
Fax: (312) 814-3212Website:
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/disabilityrights.html
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/disabilityrights.html
The Disability Rights Bureau enforces State and Federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities to equal access to buildings, housing, and services. The Bureau resolves accessibility and discrimination violations impacting the people of the state of Illinois through negotiation and litigation.
601 South University Ave Suite 102
Carbondale, IL 62901
Voice: (618) 529-6400 Ext. 6401
TTY: (877) 675-9339Website:
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/disabilityrights.html
http://www.ag.state.il.us/rights/disabilityrights.html
The purpose of INCIL is to facilitate the collaboration of all Centers for Independent Living in Illinois for promoting, through the Independent Living Movement, equal opportunities and civil rights for all persons with disabilities.
One West Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 501
Springfield, IL 62701
Voice: (217) 525-1308
(800) 587-1227
TTY: (217) 525-1308
(800) 587-1227
Fax: (217) 525-1312
Email: adminasst@incil.orgWebsite:
http://www.incil.org/
http://www.incil.org/
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
300 East Main Street
Suite 18
Carbondale, IL 62901
Voice: (618) 457-7930
(800) 758-0559
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (618) 457-7985
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
1 West Old State Capitol Plaza
Suite 816
Springfield, IL 62701
Voice: (217) 544-0464
(800) 758-0464
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (217) 523-0720
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
20 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60602
Voice: (312) 341-0022
(800) 537-2632
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (312) 341-0295
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
This Code is intended to ensure that the built environment, including all spaces and elements of all applicable buildings and facilities in the State of Illinois is so designed, constructed, and/or altered to assure the safety and welfare of all members of society and to be readily accessible to, and usable by, environmentally limited persons. The contact information listed here is for the Capital Development Board (CDB).
Felicia Burton
Accessibility Specialist
Capital Development Board
William G. Stratton Building, 3rd Floor
401 South Spring Street
Springfield, Illinois 62706
Voice: (217) 782-8530
TTY: (217) 524-4449
Fax: (217) 524-4208
Email: Felicia.Burton@illinois.govWebsite:
https://www2.illinois.gov/cdb/Pages/default.aspx
https://www2.illinois.gov/cdb/Pages/default.aspx
The mission of the Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living is to enlighten persons with disabilities and their families about their rights; to empower persons with disabilities to assume maximum responsibility to realize their potentials; and to enrich the lives of all in Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam, and Stark counties by working toward full inclusion of each individual in our communities.
18 Gunia Drive
LaSalle, IL 61301
Voice: (815) 224-3126
(800) 822-3246
TTY: (815) 224-8271
(866) 822-3246
Videophone : (815) 410-9015Website:
https://ivcil.com/
https://ivcil.com/
Your partnership with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) gives you access to our qualified vocational rehabilitation professionals. Here are some of the valuable benefits we can provide:
Job Analysis - DRS staff can work with you to assess the requirements of your jobs and match them to the skills of our candidates. We can help identify appropriate accommodations and assistive technologies to "bridge the gap" between job needs and employee abilities. We can even help you analyze the needs of new or changing jobs to ensure that you can retain valuable employees in their current positions.
Job Coaches - DRS can provide a job coaches to assist qualified individuals with disabilities in learning or re-learning how to perform their job.
Training - DRS Rehabilitation Staff can provide trainings to employers on a local or statewide level, including topics related to disability awareness and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Statewide trainings are also offered each year.
Voice: (877)761-9780
Video Phone: (312) 957-4881
TTY: (866)264-2149Website:
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=52224
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=52224
We help people with disabilities find and keep jobs. Our goal is to help our customers find quality employment that pays a living wage and offers a chance for advancement.Our staff talk to people about their employment needs and help them find a job or get ready to go to work. They also make sure that people have the supports they need to stay on the job. This resource is a part of the Illinois Department of Human Services.
Voice: (800) 843-6154
TTY: (800) 447-6404Website:
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29737
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29737
The mission of IICIL is to create and maintain independence options for people with disabilities by advocating for civil rights, providing services, and promoting full participation of disabled individuals in all aspects of the community. The Illinois/Iowa Center for Independent Living is a non-residential, non-profit organization founded in 1987 to serve people with disabilities. The majority of people on our staff and Board of Directors have disabilities. The IICIL is dedicated to the belief that regardless of the disability, all persons have the right and responsibility to make choices about their own lives and experience success as an active participants in society.
501 11th St.,
PO Box 6156,
Rock Island, IL 61231
Voice: (309) 793-0090
(877) 541-2505
TTY: Toll free V/TTY: (855) 744-8918
Fax: (309) 283-0097
Email: iicil@iicil.comWebsite:
http://www.iicil.com/
http://www.iicil.com/
Our mission is to “promote pride and respect of people with disabilities by sharing the tools that are necessary to take control of one's own life. IMPACT advocates full community participation of all citizens.”
2735 E. Broadway
Alton, IL 62002
Voice: (618) 462-1411
(888) 616-4261
TTY: (618) 474-5333
Fax: (618) 474-5309
Email: staff@impactcil.orgWebsite:
http://www.impactcil.org/
http://www.impactcil.org/
JACIL is committed to enabling persons with disabilities to gain effective control and direction of their own lives in the home, in the workplace and in the community. The JACIL goal is to stimulate and promote a growing sense of personal dignity through individualized programs designed to provide the tools necessary for maximum independence and community participation.
15 Permac Road,
Jacksonville, IL 62650
Voice: (217) 245-8371
(888) 317-3287
TTY: (217) 245-8371
Fax: (217) 245-1872
Email: info@jacil.orgWebsite:
http://jacil.org/
http://jacil.org/
Lake County Center for Independent Living (LCCIL) is a non-residential, cross-disability organization governed and staffed by a majority of people with disabilities. We advocate for a fully accessible society that is inclusive of everyone. LCCIL believes that the disability community must have the freedom and opportunity to control our own lives.
377 N. Seymour Avenue
Mundelein, IL 60060
Voice: (847) 388-0776
TTY: (847) 949-0641
Video Phone (847) 388-0776
Fax: (847) 949-4445
Email: info@lccil.orgWebsite:
http://www.lccil.org/
http://www.lccil.org/
Lake County Center for Independent Living (LCCIL) is a non-residential, cross-disability organization governed and staffed by a majority of people with disabilities. We advocate for a fully accessible society that is inclusive of everyone. LCCIL believes that the disability community must have the freedom and opportunity to control our own lives.
5400 W. Elm Street, Suite 106
McHenry, IL 60050
Voice: (855) 246-8531
Fax: (815) 322-2776
Email: info@lccil.orgWebsite:
http://www.lccil.org/
http://www.lccil.org/
LIFE Center for Independent Living advances equality and integration of all persons with disabilities. To achieve this mission, we: promote local, state and national advocacy; educate persons with disabilities about their rights and responsibilities; provide support services; raise community awareness about disability issues.
2201 Eastland Drive, Suite 1
Bloomington, IL 61704
Voice: (309) 663-5433
Toll-Free: (888) 543-3245
Fax: (309) 663-7024
Email: info@lccil.orgWebsite:
http://www.lifecil.org
http://www.lifecil.org
LIFE Center for Independent Living advances equality and integration of all persons with disabilities. To achieve this mission, we: promote local, state and national advocacy; educate persons with disabilities about their rights and responsibilities; provide support services; raise community awareness about disability issues.
601 North Ladd Street
Pontiac, IL 61764
Voice: (815) 844-1132
TTY: (815) 844-1132
Fax: (815) 844-1148
Email: lifecil@lifecil.orgWebsite:
http://www.lifecil.org/
http://www.lifecil.org/
To empower persons with disabilities to live independently and to promote accessibility and inclusion in all areas of life.
332 North Main Street
Red Bud, IL 62278
Voice: (618) 282-2123
Fax: (618) 282-2124
Email: info@lincinc.orgWebsite:
http://www.lincinc.org/
http://www.lincinc.org/
To empower persons with disabilities to live independently and to promote accessibility and inclusion in all areas of life.
15 Emerald Terrace,
Swansea, IL 62226
Voice: (618) 317-4028
(618) 235-9988
Fax: (618) 233-3729
Email: info@lincinc.orgWebsite:
http://www.lincinc.org/
http://www.lincinc.org/
The Northwestern Illinois Center for Independent Living is a community-based, non-residential organization, dedicated to enhancing the options available to people with disabilities so they may choose and maintain individualized and satisfying lifestyles. To fulfill this mission, NICIL offers direct services to individuals, combined with advocacy for social change, to allow greater integration of persons with disabilities to live independently within their respective communities .
412 Locust
Sterling, IL 61081
Voice: (815)625-7860
(888)886-4245
TTY: (815)625-7863
(888)776-4245Website:
https://nicil.org
https://nicil.org
To empower persons with disabilities to increase their opportunities to access all aspects of community life.
1725 College Avenue
Carmi, Illinois 62821
Voice: (618) 382-7300
(800) 898-3130
TTY: (618) 382-7300
(800) 898-3130
Fax: (618) 382-7301Website:
http://www.ofacil.org/
http://www.ofacil.org/
To empower persons with disabilities to increase their opportunities to access all aspects of community life.
102 Greenview Drive
Effingham, Illinois 62401
Voice: (217) 342-5521
(800) 810-3184
TTY: (217) 342-5521
(800) 810-3184
Fax: (217) 342-5523Website:
http://www.ofacil.org/
http://www.ofacil.org/
To empower persons with disabilities to increase their opportunities to access all aspects of community life.
4206 Williamson Place, Suite 3
Mt. Vernon, IL. 62864
Voice: (618) 244-9212
TTY: (618) 244-9575
Fax: (618) 244-9310
Email: spud@ofacil.orgWebsite:
http://www.ofacil.org/
http://www.ofacil.org/
Options is guided by the independent living philosophy that people with disabilities have the right to control and direct their own lives, to have choices and options, and to actively participate in all aspects of society. Options works to dispel myths, stereotypes, and misconceptions about people with disabilities. We also work to encourage people in the community to become more aware of disability-related issues and concerns. As one of 22 centers for independent living throughout the state of Illinois, we work to: help people stay in their own homes and out of institutions, thereby maintaining independence and saving state money change the status of people with disabilities from unemployed to employed help people with disabilities achieve and/or maintain self-sufficiency and productive lives in our communities help make our community more physically and attitudinally accessible for people with disabilities.
130 Laird Lane, Suite 103
Watseka, IL 60970
Voice: (815) 432-1332
TTY: (815) 432-1361
Fax: (815) 432-1360
Email: options@optionscil.comWebsite:
http://www.optionscil.org/
http://www.optionscil.org/
Options is guided by the independent living philosophy that people with disabilities have the right to control and direct their own lives, to have choices and options, and to actively participate in all aspects of society. Options works to dispel myths, stereotypes, and misconceptions about people with disabilities. We also work to encourage people in the community to become more aware of disability-related issues and concerns. As one of 22 centers for independent living throughout the state of Illinois, we work to: help people stay in their own homes and out of institutions, thereby maintaining independence and saving state money change the status of people with disabilities from unemployed to employed help people with disabilities achieve and/or maintain self-sufficiency and productive lives in our communities help make our community more physically and attitudinally accessible for people with disabilities.
22 Heritage Drive, Suite 107
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Voice: (815) 936-0100
TTY: (815) 936-0132
Fax: (815) 936-0117
Email: options@optionscil.comWebsite:
http://www.optionscil.org
http://www.optionscil.org
FRCD is here to help you: Learn about your Rights and Responsibilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).Make informed decisions about your child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) Obtain appropriate services for your child.Communicate more effectively with school professionals.Come together with other parents who share your concerns and desires to make a difference.Learn more about Early Intervention and transition services Effect positive change in your child's school.Learn about what he or she needs to lead a productive and independent adult life .Family Resource Center on Disabilities serves the following 8 Illinois counties: Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will.
11 E. Adams St. Suite 1002
Chicago, IL 60603
Voice: (312) 939-3513
Fax: (312) 854-8980
Email: info@frcd.orgWebsite:
https://frcd.org/
https://frcd.org/
The mission of the Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center is to build upon families' strengths, empower parents and professionals to achieve the strongest possible outcomes for students with disabilities, and to enhance the quality of life for children and young adults with disabilities.
Family Matters Parent Training & Information Center
1901 S. 4th St., Ste. 209
Effingham, Illinois 62401
Voice: (217) 347-5428
(866) 436-7842
TTY: (217) 347-5428
Fax: (217) 347-5119
Email: info@fmptic.orgWebsite:
http://www.fmptic.org
http://www.fmptic.org
We provide services, which assist people with disabilities in achieving or maintaining independence. People with disabilities direct our services in that our board and staff are mandated to be at least 51% people with disabilities. Our goal is full participation in society for persons with disabilities.
1317 E. Florida
Urbana, IL 61801
Voice: (217) 344-5433
TTY: (217) 344-5024
Fax: (217) 344-2414
Email: info@pacecil.orgWebsite:
http://www.pacecil.org/
http://www.pacecil.org/
Prairie State Legal Services is an organization that offers free legal services for low income persons and those age 60 and over who have serious civil legal problems and need legal help to solve them. There are 12 office locations serving 36 counties in northern Illinois. The resources page also provides references to self-help information. The mission of Prairie State Legal Services, Inc. is to ensure equal access to justice and fair treatment under the law by providing legal advice and representation, advocacy, education, and outreach that serve to protect basic human needs and enforce or uphold rights.
303 North Main Street, Suite 600
Rockford, IL 61101
Voice: (815) 965-2134
TTY: (815) 965-5114
Fax: (815) 965-1081Website:
https://www.pslegal.org/default.asp
https://www.pslegal.org/default.asp
Progress Center is the Center for Independent Living that serves Suburban Cook County. Progress Center works to provide people with all types of disabilities the tools and resources to be independent in their own homes. Progress Center is one of 22 centers serving Illinois. Progress Center is a community-based, non-profit, non-residential service and advocacy organization, proudly operated for people with disabilities, by people with disabilities.
12940 S. Western Ave.,
Blue Island, IL. 60406
Voice: (708) 388-5011
TTY: (708) 389-8250
Fax: (708) 388-5016
Email: info@progresscil.orgWebsite:
http://www.progresscil.org/
http://www.progresscil.org/
Progress Center is the Center for Independent Living that serves Suburban Cook County. Progress Center works to provide people with all types of disabilities the tools and resources to be independent in their own homes. Progress Center is one of 22 centers serving Illinois. Progress Center is a community-based, non-profit, non-residential service and advocacy organization, proudly operated for people with disabilities, by people with disabilities.
7521 Madison Street
Forest Park, IL 60130
Voice: (708) 209-1500
TTY: (708) 209-1826
Fax: (708) 209-1735
Email: info@progresscil.orgWebsite:
http://www.progresscil.org/
http://www.progresscil.org/
RAMP is a group of determined and caring individuals prepared to arm consumers with the tools and expectations necessary for them to guide their life now and in the future. A person with a disability who learns to navigate through daily activities in concert with their disability is free to pursue all possibilities of life. We advocate for and serve Boone, DeKalb, Stephenson and Winnebago Counties from four offices.
530 S State Street, Suite 103
Belvidere, Illinois 61008
Voice: (815) 544-8404
TTY: (815) 544-8404
Fax: (815) 544-1896Website:
http://rampcil.org/
http://rampcil.org/
RAMP is a group of determined and caring individuals prepared to arm consumers with the tools and expectations necessary for them to guide their life now and in the future. A person with a disability who learns to navigate through daily activities in concert with their disability is free to pursue all possibilities of life. We advocate for and serve Boone, DeKalb, Stephenson and Winnebago Counties from four offices.
115 N First Street
DeKalb, Illinois 60115
Voice: (815) 756-3202
TTY: (815) 756-4263
Fax: (815) 756-3556Website:
http://rampcil.org/
http://rampcil.org/
Our mission is to promote an accessible society that allows and expects full participation by people with disabilities. We advocate for and serve Boone, DeKalb, Stephenson and Winnebago Counties from four offices.
2155 W Galena Avenue
Freeport, Illinois 61032
Voice: (815) 233-1128
TTY: (815) 233-1128
Fax: (815) 233-0743Website:
http://rampcil.org/
http://rampcil.org/
Our mission is to promote an accessible society that allows and expects full participation by people with disabilities. We advocate for and serve Boone, DeKalb, Stephenson and Winnebago Counties from four offices.
202 Market Street
Rockford, Illinois 61107
Voice: (815) 968-7467
TTY: (815) 968-2401
Fax: (815) 968-7612Website:
http://rampcil.org/
http://rampcil.org/
As part of the Illinois and the National Independent Living Movements, the
Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living is dedicated to the belief that
persons with disabilities have the right and responsibility to make choices, to
control the direction of their lives, and to participate fully and equally in their
communities.
2135 West Ramada Lane
Carbondale, Illinois 62901
Voice: (618) 457-3318
TTY: (618) 457-3318Website:
http://www.sicil1.org/
http://www.sicil1.org/
As part of the Illinois and the National Independent Living Movements, the
Southern Illinois Center for Independent Living is dedicated to the belief that
persons with disabilities have the right and responsibility to make choices, to
control the direction of their lives, and to participate fully and equally in their
communities.
32 Veterans Drive
Harrisburg, Illinois 62946
Voice: (618)252-7233
TTY: (618)252-7233Website:
http://www.sicil1.org
http://www.sicil1.org
As an advocacy agency, Soyland Access to Independent Living (SAIL) is a community-based, non-residential Center for Independent Living (CIL). Its purpose is to promote and practice independent living for all people with disabilities.
The organization strives to encourage and assist people with disabilities to gain effective control of their lives by participation in all aspects of society to their fullest extent possible, especially in performing routine daily activities.
The organization promotes personal dignity of people with disabilities and develops community awareness by providing training, direct services and information.
2449 Federal Drive
Decatur, IL 62526
Voice: (217) 876-8888
(800) 358-8080
TTY: (217) 876-8888
(800) 358-8080
Fax: (217) 876-7245
Email: jwooters@decatursail.comWebsite:
https://decatursail.com/
https://decatursail.com/
SAIL serves people with disabilities, their families and communities in Macon, Moultrie, Shelby, Coles, Clark and Cumberland counties. In October 1992, SAIL, the state's 20th Center for Independent Living, CIL, opened in Macon County. There are currently twenty-two centers serving the State of Illinois. The programs and services provided by SAIL work to achieve its mission, promoting independent living for all people with disabilities. The organization strives to encourage and assist people with disabilities in gaining effective control of their lives by participating in all aspects of society to the fullest extent possible, especially in performing routine daily activities. The organization promotes personal dignity of people with disabilities and develops community awareness by providing disability awareness training, direct services and information.
1604 W. Main Street, Suite 100
Shelbyville, IL 62565
Voice: (217) 774-4322
TTY: (217) 774-4322
Fax: (217) 774-4368
Email: sailsel@consolidated.netWebsite:
https://decatursail.com/
https://decatursail.com/
As an advocacy agency, Soyland Access to Independent Living (SAIL) is a community-based, non-residential Center for Independent Living (CIL). Its purpose is to promote and practice independent living for all people with disabilities.
The organization strives to encourage and assist people with disabilities to gain effective control of their lives by participation in all aspects of society to their fullest extent possible, especially in performing routine daily activities.
The organization promotes personal dignity of people with disabilities and develops community awareness by providing training, direct services and information.
707 Windsor Road, Suite B
Charleston, IL 61920
Voice: (217) 345-7245
TTY: (217) 345-7245
Fax: (217) 345-7226
Email: triplec@consolidated.netWebsite:
https://decatursail.com/
https://decatursail.com/
SCIL's Mission: To increase opportunities for equality, integration and independence for all persons with disabilities through advocacy, services, and public education. SCIL’s 4 Core Services: Information and Referral; Independent Living Skills Training; Peer Counseling; Advocacy (Individual and Systemic).
330 South Grand Avenue West
Springfield, IL 62704
Voice: (217) 523-2587
(800) 841-6167 (800) 447-4221
TTY: (217) 523-2587
(800) 841-6167
Fax: (217) 523-0427
Email: scil@scil.orgWebsite:
http://www.scil.org
http://www.scil.org
Our Mission - To provide leadership, research, planning and education required to support independent living services in Illinois. We achieve our mission by: Identifying and reaching out to persons currently un-served and underserved by Centers for Independent Living; Increasing awareness of independent living services and the independent living philosophy; Helping existing CILs to better serve persons with disabilities; and Promoting the development of new CILs.
One West Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 716
Springfield, IL 62701
Voice: (217) 744-7777
TTY: (217) 744-7777
Fax: (217) 744-7744
Email: silc@silcofillinois.orgWebsite:
https://silcofillinois.org/
https://silcofillinois.org/
39 North Prairie Street
Galesburg , IL 61401
Voice: (309) 344-1306
TTY: (309) 344-1269
Fax: (309) 344-1305Website:
http://www.stone-hayes.org/
http://www.stone-hayes.org/
Voice: (800) 526-0857
Voice Spanish: (800) 501-0865
TTY: (800) 526-0844
TTY Spanish :(800) 501-0864Website:
https://www.itactty.org/illinois-relay
https://www.itactty.org/illinois-relay
The Institute on Disability and Human Development (IDHD), a University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research, and Service (UCEDD) is dedicated to promoting the independence, productivity and inclusion of people with disabilities into all aspects of society.
The mission is addressed by conducting research and disseminating information about disability to academicians, policymakers, businesses, government agencies, service providers and the general public. The IDHD also provides an extensive array of clinical and community service activities and, through the Department of Disability and Human Development and other academic departments, offers interdisciplinary pre-service training. The values of cultural diversity, consumer choice and self-determination are emphasized across the life span in all training, public service, and research activities of the IDHD.
1640 W. Roosevelt Road MC 626 Chicago, IL 60608 Voice: (312) 996-1508 Email: dhdosa@uic.edu
Website:
http://ahs.uic.edu/disability-human-development/
http://ahs.uic.edu/disability-human-development/
The mission of the Center is to promote, increase and improve opportunities for independent living and lifestyle for persons with disabilities within the six-county service area: the counties of Adams, Brown, Hancock, Pike, McDonough, and Schuyler.
440 North Lafayette
Macomb, IL 61455
Voice: (309) 833-5766
(888) 309-5766
TTY: (217) 223-0475
Fax: (309) 833-4690Website:
http://www.wcicil.org/
http://www.wcicil.org/
The mission of the Center is to promote, increase and improve opportunities for independent living and lifestyle for persons with disabilities within the six-county service area: the counties of Adams, Brown, Hancock, Pike, McDonough, and Schuyler.
639 York St., Suite 204
Quincy, Illinois 62301-1065
Voice: (217)223-0400
(800)225-0407
TTY: (217)223-0475
Fax: (217)223-0479
Email: cilpd@adams.netWebsite:
http://www.wcicil.org
http://www.wcicil.org
As people with disabilities and their advocates, the Will-Grundy Center for Independent Living strives for equality and empowerment of persons with disabilities in the Will and Grundy County areas.The Will-Grundy Center for Independent Living, a United Way Agency, is a cross-disability, community based organization. We are your local resource for information on the Americans with Disabilities Act and other disability related laws.We inform persons with disabilities of their rights, educate them about their responsibilities, provide support services, promote advocacy, and raise community awareness about disability issues.
77 N. 129th Infantry Drive
Joliet, IL 60435
Voice: (815) 416-6460
TTY: (815) 416-6460
Fax: (815) 729-3697Website:
http://will-grundycil.org
http://will-grundycil.org
