Lombard Resources
College Scholarships for Students with Disabilities
Information from College Scholarships.org about college scholarships available to students with disabilities.
Regional Transportation Authority’s Accessible Transit Information
The Regional Transportation Authority (RTA) coordinates the Chicago region’s transportation system. The RTA website’s Accessible Transit page includes information about how the transit system is accessible, how to apply for certification for Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Paratransit services, and how to learn to use the system and achieve travel independence.
You can also visit the RTA’s Travel Assistance Digital Library to access documents about these programs in English and Spanish.
RTA’s Mobility Outreach Program also works with organizations that serve and offer programs to people with disabilities and older adults to ensure they are aware of their transit options.
Promotes adequate and affordable housing, economic opportunity, and a suitable living environment.
Aunt Martha’s Youth Service Center
Assists families and youths in crisis. Services focus on housing, relationships, homeless youth, youth needing family intervention, and counseling.
Special Recreation of Joliet & Channahon
Recreational programs for special needs individuals of all ages.
Provides year round fun and recreational opportunities for individuals with special needs and abilities. Tri County SRA is a cooperative extension of the Lemont Park District, Lockport Township Park District and the Village of Romeoville.
Provides recreational opportunities for all residents. Offers diversified programs and activities.
Job Corps is a comprehensive program that provides essential academics and career skills training. The program helps eligible youth ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.
Illinois Department of Employment Security Youth Program
The Hire the Future Program at the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is designed to provide youth ages 16 to 24 with employment assistance, job readiness and career development services. You c an find out what careers match your skills and interests by using IDES’ online job resources.
Employment Services – Cornerstone Services
Cornerstone Services’ Employment Services help people with disabilities gain and maintain employment in the community.
Services are available in Will, Kankakee and southern Cook counties. Services include career counseling, job development and job coaching.