Olney Resources
Updates and information from the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Families Services regarding COVID-19.
Stay at Home Order – FAQ for Families
The Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Development has developed a frequently-asked-questions document for families that features updates on the status of child care programs, public and private schools and other essential information to support families –
The Arc of Illinois Financial Assistance for Training
The Arc of Illinois, through a grant from the Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities, administers the Financial Assistance for Training Program. The program provides funds for people with developmental disabilities and their family members to attend conferences of their choice that are directly related to developmental disability issues.
Due to the pandemic, there is a need for training, important meetings and conferences to be virtual. This program will now allow stipends to pay for the assistive technology needed to attend virtual events.
At-Home Activity Ideas for Individuals With Intellectual Challenges and Developmental Disabilities
Gateway to Learning created activities and resources to help individuals with intellectual challenges and developmental disabilities continue their skill development and lifelong learning at home.
COVID-19 Resources for People with Disabilities in Marginalized Communities
The Chicagoland Disabled People of Color Coalition and the Illinois Self-Advocacy Alliance, Inc., developed this centralized list of resources for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities in marginalized communities.
Illinois Life Span’s COVID-19 Resources
Resources for Illinois residents with developmental disabilities. The topics include general COVID-19 information, Illinois Department of Human Services Developmental Disabilities Services and Supports information and webinar recordings on COVID-19 issues and services.
Resources for Immigrants During the COVID-19 Crisis
The Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights created this comprehensive guide to address the needs of the immigrant and refugee community in the state of Illinois.
Latino Policy Forum – Index of Coronavirus Resources
A roundup of helpful information, including funding, education, housing, immigration, food and more for the Latino community.
COVID-19 Resources for Families with Young Children
The Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Development has launched this webpage that features links to important resources to support families during the pandemic.
Emotional Well-Being Toolkit: Resources for Children, Families and Caregivers
The responsibility of parents and caregivers are many, and these responsibilities can be even more overwhelming during this COVID-19 pandemic. The Illinois Pyramid Model State Leadership Team, in collaboration with the Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Development has developed an Emotional Well-being Toolkit: Resources for Children, Families, & Caregivers to help manage stressors and promote wellness during these challenging times.