Community Services
Public Education and Outreach:
Sharing disability information through media releases, workshops, presentations, and mailings.
Technical Assistance:
Assisting communities and businesses in providing accommodations or creating access to buildings, programs, and services in a cost-effective manner.
Advocacy:
Participating in initiatives to increase opportunities for all to participate equally in classrooms, work-sites, and any public setting.
Accessibility Surveys:
Providing on-site visits and recommendations for businesses, governmental agencies, schools, and other community organizations regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Illinois Environmental Barriers Act, and other accessibility or inclusion laws.
Mediation:
Providing assistance in the negotiation and resolution of disputes between consumers and others such as employers, service providers, and businesses.
Equipment Loans:
Maintaining an inventory of equipment and assistive devices which are available to consumers and/or community entities on a temporary basis.