Child Care Resource & Referral in Southern Illinois

Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) provides information, referrals and financial assistance to families.  They also provide resources and support for child care and early education programs.  CCR&R serves the counties of Alexander, Gallatin, Franklin, Hamilton, Hardin, Jackson, Johnson, Massac, Perry, Pope, Pulaski, Saline, Union, White and Williamson.

Genetic Task Force of Illinois

Provides information about genetic services available statewide.  GTFI’s areas of focus include advocacy, networking, and continuing education.

Community Connection Point

Community Connection Point is a regional agency that is recognized as a leader, catalyst and resource for making high quality, affordable childcare and education options available for children and families in the Illinois counties of Christian, Logan, Macoupin, Mason, Menard, Montgomery, Morgan, Sangamon and Scott.

Shepherd’s College

Offers three-year post-secondary educational programs for students with intellectual disabilities. Programs include general education for independence, culinary arts, and horticulture.

1805 15th Avenue
Union Grove, WI 53182-1597
(262) 878-5620
info@shepherdscollege.edu

Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy (ELSA)

This four-year program offers a full-time, post-secondary educational experience to young adults with developmental disabilities. Ages 18-28 high school graduates with disabilities can earn certificates in academics, independent living skills and social/recreational skills.

190 Prospect Avenue
Elmhurst, IL 60126-3296
(630) 617-3752
elsa@elmhurst.edu

The Center for Enriched Living

Offers exciting social enrichment and educational programs for people of all ages and with varying levels of ability.

280 Saunders Road
Riverwoods, IL 60015
(847) 948-7001
info@CenterForEnrichedLiving.org

Supporting Illinois Brother and Sisters (S.I.B.S.)

Supporting Illinois Brother and Sisters’ (S.I.B.S.) mission is to provide support to siblings of people with disabilities in Illinois by connecting them with information, networking opportunities and resources in order to enhance the quality of life for their entire family.

 

Healthy Diet: Skills Tips

Healthy Diet for  Children: (English) (Spanish)

Healthy Diet for Preteens:  (English) (Spanish)

Healthy Diet for Teens: (English) (Spanish)

DSCC’s Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Tip Sheet

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal law that prohibits discrimination against people with disabilities. This Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) tip sheet provides information about the ADA, your rights under the law, and resources for more information.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) tip sheet in English

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) tip sheet in Spanish (Coming soon)

Mini O’Beirne Crisis Nursery Parent Support Group

Attend monthly parent support groups in Springfield, IL. Call for more information or individual support (217) 525-6800.