Resources for Kane
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The U.S. Department of Education is America’s education agency. Its website includes guidance, resources and technical assistance related to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). IDEA is a law that makes available a free...
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UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago is a charitable not-for-profit agency serving individuals with disabilities in metropolitan Chicago and beyond. Its services include employment and community day services for adults, residential services for adults, children’s foster care,...
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UIC College of Dentistry Inclusive Care Clinic in Chicago
The Inclusive Care Clinic (ICC) at the University of Illinois Chicago’s College of Dentistry offers comprehensive, preventive and integrated (multidisciplinary) dental treatment for patients 15 years of age or older with a wide range of...
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UIC’s Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays
UIC’s Resource Center for Autism and Developmental Delays (RCADD) provides support for those who care for, teach and serve children with an autism spectrum disorder or other developmental delays. RCADD serves families currently enrolled in...
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UIC’s Institute on Disability and Human Development
The University of Illinois Chicago’s Institute on Disability and Human Development (IDHD) promotes community participation, health, empowerment and advocacy for people with disabilities and their families across all aspects of life. IDHD is part of...
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Understanding Inclusion Online Series for Parents of Young Children With Disabilities
Early CHOICES offers a free, online series for parents of young children with disabilities, practitioners, educators and administrators in Early Intervention or early childhood programs. The Understanding Inclusion series covers everything from defining inclusion to...
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Understanding the Individualized Education Program
Equip for Equality provides information to help parents and caregivers understand special education rights in Illinois and the Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requirements. Printable guides in a frequently asked questions format are available...
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Understood is a nonprofit dedicated to helping people with learning and thinking differences thrive in school, at work and throughout life. Understood raises awareness about dyslexia, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and neurodiversity by sharing personal stories...
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United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) promotes a life of inclusion and provides resources for individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities, their families and communities. The UCP website has resources on topics such as assistive technology,...
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United Leukodystrophy Foundation
The United Leukodystrophy Foundation (ULF) is a nonprofit organization that provides support and resources to patients with leukodystrophy and their families. ULF can help families find medical care, access genetic counseling, networking opportunities, and obtain...