Illinois Assisitive Techonology, Financial Aid & Disability Programs
The Prairie State is proud to offer assistance to those with disabilities. Illinois provides local, regional and statewide programs to help their citizens live life to the fullest.
- Illinois Assistive Technology Program
Design programs and educational tools to allow persons with disabilities to enjoy all aspects of life. Their focus is on employment, housing, information technology, community living and telecommunications. - Assistive Technology Funding
A three-part manual that explains the funding process and what options are available for those in need of assistive technology equipment. - Coalition of Citizens with Disabilities
They stay informed on the latest laws and legislations concerning persons with disabilities and advocate for individual rights by creating a statewide network. - Accessible Transportation
A directory of public transportation services in Illinois listed county by county. - Chicago Transit Authority
List of accessible transit services located in the Chicago area. - Independent Living
The Illinois Network of Centers for Independent Living is a statewide association to promote independent living, equal opportunities and civil rights for persons with disabilities. They also provide a directory of their centers throughout the state. - Family Support Network
The mission of the Family Support Network is to unify individuals with disabilities and their families to advocate for funding, services, and community resources that strengthen and support the individual and the family directly by responding to their individual needs and empowering them to live in their own homes. - Great Lakes ADA Center
Provides information, materials, technical assistance and training for Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin.