Our goal is to educate, enrich, and enlighten the people, businesses, and organizations of Illinois regarding the ADA.
Illinois ADA Project Manager
c/o Equip For Equality
20 N. Michigan, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60602
Voice: 877-ADA-3601
TTY: 800-610-2779
Fax: 312-541-7544
Email: LaurenG@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
https://www.equipforequality.org/ada-il/
https://www.equipforequality.org/ada-il/
IATP's mission is to increase access to and the acquisition of Assistive Technology (AT) devices and services for individuals of all ages with disabilities. IATP provides AT information and services in the areas of education, employment, community living, and IT/telecommunications. Our goal is to improve the quality of life of all Illinoisans with disabilities and enable them through greater access to assistive technology devices to fully participate in all aspects of life. We believe disability is a natural part of the human experience and in no way diminishes a person's right to:
* enjoy full inclusion and integration in mainstream society;
* benefit from an education;
* pursue meaningful careers and;
* enjoy self-determination and make choices.
701 North Walnut St, Springfield, IL 62702
Voice: (217) 522-7985
800-852-5110
Fax: (217) 522-8067Website:
http://www.iltech.org
http://www.iltech.org
The Disability Rights Bureau enforces State and Federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities to equal access to buildings, housing, and services. The Bureau resolves accessibility and discrimination violations impacting the people of the state of Illinois through negotiation and litigation.
1745 Innovation Drive, Suites C & D Carbondale, IL 62903 Voice: (618) 529-6400 Ext. 6401
Website:
https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/Rights-of-the-People/disability-rights/
https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/Rights-of-the-People/disability-rights/
The Disability Rights Bureau enforces State and Federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities to equal access to buildings, housing, and services. The Bureau resolves accessibility and discrimination violations impacting the people of the state of Illinois through negotiation and litigation.
In addition to the Bureau's enforcement work, the Disability Rights Bureau regularly provides technical assistance and referrals to individuals with disabilities and public and private entities seeking to comply with disability rights laws. The Bureau also conducts disability rights training programs for courts, law enforcement, and other groups upon request. The bureau is a part of the Illinois Attorney General's Office.
115 S. LaSalle St. Chicago, IL 60603 Voice: (312) 814-5684
Website:
https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/Rights-of-the-People/disability-rights/
https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/Rights-of-the-People/disability-rights/
The Disability Rights Bureau enforces State and Federal laws that protect the rights of people with disabilities to equal access to buildings, housing, and services. The Bureau resolves accessibility and discrimination violations impacting the people of the state of Illinois through negotiation and litigation.
In addition to the Bureau's enforcement work, the Disability Rights Bureau regularly provides technical assistance and referrals to individuals with disabilities and public and private entities seeking to comply with disability rights laws. The Bureau also conducts disability rights training programs for courts, law enforcement, and other groups upon request. The bureau is a part of the Illinois Attorney General's Office.
115 S. LaSalle St. Chicago, IL 60603 Voice: (312) 814-3000
Website:
https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/Rights-of-the-People/disability-rights/
https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/Rights-of-the-People/disability-rights/
The purpose of INCIL is to facilitate the collaboration of all Centers for Independent Living in Illinois for promoting, through the Independent Living Movement, equal opportunities and civil rights for all persons with disabilities.
828 S 2nd St Suite 301,
Springfield, IL 62704
Voice: (217) 525-1308
Toll Free: 1-800-587-1227
Fax: (217) 525-1312Website:
http://www.incil.org/
http://www.incil.org/
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
20 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60602
Voice: (312) 341-0022
(800) 537-2632
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (312) 341-0295
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
1 West Old State Capitol Plaza
Suite 816
Springfield, IL 62701
Voice: (217) 544-0464
(800) 758-0464
TTY: (800) 610-2779
Fax: (217) 523-0720
Email: contactus@equipforequality.orgWebsite:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
The mission of Equip for Equality is to advance the human and civil rights of children and adults with physical and mental disabilities in Illinois. It is the only statewide, cross-disability, comprehensive advocacy organization providing self-advocacy assistance, legal services, and disability rights education while also engaging in public policy and legislative advocacy and conducting abuse investigations and other oversight activities.
1745 Innovation Drive, Suites C & D Carbondale, IL 62903 Voice: (618) 529-6400/6401
Website:
http://www.equipforequality.org
http://www.equipforequality.org
This Code is intended to ensure that the built environment, including all spaces and elements of all applicable buildings and facilities in the State of Illinois is so designed, constructed, and/or altered to assure the safety and welfare of all members of society and to be readily accessible to, and usable by, environmentally limited persons. The contact information listed here is for the Capital Development Board (CDB).
Felicia Burton
Accessibility Specialist
Capital Development Board
William G. Stratton Building, 3rd Floor
401 South Spring Street
Springfield, Illinois 62706
Voice: (217) 782-8530
TTY: (217) 524-4449
Fax: (217) 524-4208
Email: Felicia.Burton@illinois.govWebsite:
https://www2.illinois.gov/cdb/Pages/default.aspx
https://www2.illinois.gov/cdb/Pages/default.aspx
The mission of the Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living is to enlighten persons with disabilities and their families about their rights; to empower persons with disabilities to assume maximum responsibility to realize their potentials; and to enrich the lives of all in Bureau, LaSalle, Marshall, Putnam, and Stark counties by working toward full inclusion of each individual in our communities.
1 Les Buzz WAy Spring Valley, IL 61362 Voice: (815) 224-3126 Email: sstasik@ivcil.com
Website:
https://ivcil.com/
https://ivcil.com/
Your partnership with the Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) gives you access to our qualified vocational rehabilitation professionals. Here are some of the valuable benefits we can provide:
Job Analysis - DRS staff can work with you to assess the requirements of your jobs and match them to the skills of our candidates. We can help identify appropriate accommodations and assistive technologies to "bridge the gap" between job needs and employee abilities. We can even help you analyze the needs of new or changing jobs to ensure that you can retain valuable employees in their current positions.
Job Coaches - DRS can provide a job coaches to assist qualified individuals with disabilities in learning or re-learning how to perform their job.
Training - DRS Rehabilitation Staff can provide trainings to employers on a local or statewide level, including topics related to disability awareness and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Statewide trainings are also offered each year.
Voice: (877)761-9780
Video Phone: (312) 957-4881
TTY: (866)264-2149Website:
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=52224
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=52224
We help people with disabilities find and keep jobs. Our goal is to help our customers find quality employment that pays a living wage and offers a chance for advancement.Our staff talk to people about their employment needs and help them find a job or get ready to go to work. They also make sure that people have the supports they need to stay on the job. This resource is a part of the Illinois Department of Human Services.
Voice: (800) 843-6154
TTY: (800) 447-6404Website:
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29737
http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29737
The mission of IICIL is to create and maintain independence options for people with disabilities by advocating for civil rights, providing services, and promoting full participation of disabled individuals in all aspects of the community. The Illinois/Iowa Center for Independent Living is a non-residential, non-profit organization founded in 1987 to serve people with disabilities. The majority of people on our staff and Board of Directors have disabilities. The IICIL is dedicated to the belief that regardless of the disability, all persons have the right and responsibility to make choices about their own lives and experience success as an active participants in society.
501 11th St.,
PO Box 6156,
Rock Island, IL 61231
Voice: (309) 793-0090
(877) 541-2505
TTY: Toll free V/TTY: (855) 744-8918
Fax: (309) 283-0097
Email: iicil@iicil.comWebsite:
http://www.iicil.com/
http://www.iicil.com/
Our mission is to “promote pride and respect of people with disabilities by sharing the tools that are necessary to take control of one's own life. IMPACT advocates full community participation of all citizens.”
2735 E. Broadway
Alton, IL 62002
Voice: (618) 462-1411
(888) 616-4261
TTY: (618) 474-5333
Fax: (618) 474-5309
Email: staff@impactcil.orgWebsite:
http://www.impactcil.org/
http://www.impactcil.org/
Our agency mission is to effectively facilitate empowerment of individuals with disabilities through: Education, Advocacy, Independent Living Services, and Coalition Building. We promote diversity and multicultural participation in our operation and services. The four “core” services offered are: independent living skills training, peer counseling, advocacy, and information and referral services to persons with disabilities in the counties of Waukesha, Washington, Ozaukee, and Milwaukee. IndependenceFirst provides services to persons with disabilities of ALL kinds, throughout ALL age groups.
2607 N Grandview Blvd #100 Waukesha, WI 53188 Voice: 414-731-7834
Website:
https://www.independencefirst.org/home
https://www.independencefirst.org/home
Our agency mission is to effectively facilitate empowerment of individuals with disabilities through: Education, Advocacy, Independent Living Services, and Coalition Building. We promote diversity and multicultural participation in our operation and services. The four “core” services offered are: independent living skills training, peer counseling, advocacy, and information and referral services to persons with disabilities in the counties of Waukesha, Washington, Ozaukee, and Milwaukee. IndependenceFirst provides services to persons with disabilities of ALL kinds, throughout ALL age groups.
540 South 1st Street
Milwaukee, WI 53204-1516
Voice: (414) 291-7520
TTY: (414) 291-7520
Fax: (414) 291-7525Website:
https://www.independencefirst.org/home
https://www.independencefirst.org/home
Our agency mission is to effectively facilitate empowerment of individuals with disabilities through: Education, Advocacy, Independent Living Services, and Coalition Building. We promote diversity and multicultural participation in our operation and services. The four “core” services offered are: independent living skills training, peer counseling, advocacy, and information and referral services to persons with disabilities in the counties of Waukesha, Washington, Ozaukee, and Milwaukee. IndependenceFirst provides services to persons with disabilities of ALL kinds, throughout ALL age groups.
Workforce Development, Inc. 892 Main Street Pewaukee, WI 53072 Voice: 414-731-7834
Website:
https://www.independencefirst.org/home
https://www.independencefirst.org/home
Independent Lifestyles Provides four core services in the following nine county area: Stearns, Benton, Sherburne, Meeker, Morrison, Mille Lacs, Kandiyohi, Wright and Isanti. Core services: Independent Living Skills; Information and Referral; Advocacy; Peer Mentoring.
107- 2nd Street Southeast Suite 104 Little Falls, MN 56345 Voice: (320) 631-0713
Website:
http://independentlifestyles.org/
http://independentlifestyles.org/
Independent Lifestyles Provides four core services in the following nine county area: Stearns, Benton, Sherburne, Meeker, Morrison, Mille Lacs, Kandiyohi, Wright and Isanti. Core services: Independent Living Skills; Information and Referral; Advocacy; Peer Mentoring.
215 North Benton Drive
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379
Voice: (320) 529-9000
Toll free: (888) 529-0743
Fax: (320) 529-0747
Email: ilicil@independentlifestyles.orgWebsite:
http://independentlifestyles.org/
http://independentlifestyles.org/
Independent Lifestyles Provides four core services in the following nine county area: Stearns, Benton, Sherburne, Meeker, Morrison, Mille Lacs, Kandiyohi, Wright and Isanti. Core services: Independent Living Skills; Information and Referral; Advocacy; Peer Mentoring.
670 Humboldt Dr Suite G Big Lake, MN 55309 Voice: (763) 227-8738
Website:
http://independentlifestyles.org/
http://independentlifestyles.org/
It is the mission of the Independent Living Center of Eastern Indiana to empower persons with disabilities.
2519 E Main St, Suite 203 Richmond IN, 47374 Voice: (765) 939-9226 Toll free: (877) 939-9226
Website:
http://ilcein.org/
http://ilcein.org/
Our Mission is: The Independent Living Center of North Central Ohio is a non-residential agency offering services for individuals with disabilities that will allow them to remain active and independent within their homes and communities.
2230 Village Mall Drive
Mansfield, OH 44906
Voice: (419) 526-6770
Fax: (419) 526-6870
Email: ilcnco@yahoo.comWebsite:
https://ilcnco.org/
https://ilcnco.org/
Our Mission is: To offer services for Individuals with disabilities that will allow them to remain active and independent within their homes and communities. We do this by providing Information and Referral, Advocacy, Peer Support and Independent Living Skills Training. The also provides Educational Programs (Power to Change). Recreational and Socialization (Y-membership, youth soccer, basketball and golf).
2230 Village Mall Drive Suite 200,
Mansfield, Ohio 44906
Voice: (419) 526-6770
Fax: (419) 526-6870Website:
http://www.ilcnco.org/
http://www.ilcnco.org/
Our Vision: Full inclusion of people with disabilities in society. Our Mission: The ILCW, Inc. promotes self determination and full inclusion of people
with disabilities in Wisconsin. We educate and advocate for policies, resources, practices, and attitudes
that support independent living. We provide and support independent living philosophy and services to maximize the leadership,empowerment, and productivity of individual with disabilities in order that each
will live and participate in their community of choice.
3810 Milwaukee St., Madison, WI 53714 Voice: (608) 575-9293 Email: ILCWinfo@gmail.com
Website:
https://ilcwis.org/
https://ilcwis.org/
Mission: The Independent Living Institute (ILI) is a policy development center specializing in consumer-driven policies for disabled peoples' freedom of choice, self-determination, self-respect and dignity. Our ultimate goal is to promote disabled people’s personal and political power. Towards this end we provide information, training materials and develop solutions for services for persons with extensive disabilities in Sweden and internationally. We are experts in designing and implementing direct payment schemes for personal assistance, mainstream taxi and assistive technology.
Independent Living Institute Storforsplan 36, 10 tr 123 47 Farsta,Sweden Voice: 08-506 22 179 Email: info@independentliving.org
Website:
http://www.independentliving.org/
http://www.independentliving.org/
The ILRU (Independent Living Research Utilization) program is a national center for information, training, research, and technical assistance in independent living. Its goal is to expand the body of knowledge in independent living and to improve utilization of results of research programs and demonstration projects in this field. It is a program of TIRR (The Institute for Rehabilitation and Research), a nationally recognized medical rehabilitation facility for persons with disabilities.
ILRU
TIRR Memorial Hermann Research Center
1333 Moursund
Houston, TX 77030
Voice: (713) 520-0232
TTY: (713) 520-0232
Fax: (713) 520-5785
Email: ilru@ilru.orgWebsite:
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
http://www.ilru.org/projects/cil-net/cil-center-and-association-directory
Our Mission: Independent Living Resources is committed to community diversity through advocacy, choice and education resulting in empowerment for individuals with disabilities. Who We Serve: Independent Living Resources will provide services to persons with any disability of any age within our service area. Most services have no eligibility requirements and are available at no cost to the consumer. Examples of disabilities served are as follows: Mental illness; Developmental/cognitive; Physical; Learning disability; Brain injury; Stroke and cancer survivors; Respiratory; Environmental sensitivity; HIV/AIDS; Deaf; Blind; Low vision; Hard of hearing. (This list is not all-inclusive).
4439 Mormon Coulee Road
La Crosse, WI 54601
Voice: (608) 787-1111
(888) 474-5745
TTY: (608) 787-1148
(888) 378-2198
Fax: (608) 787-1114
Email: advocacy@ilresources.orgWebsite:
http://www.ilresources.org/
http://www.ilresources.org/
Our Mission: Independent Living Resources is committed to community diversity through advocacy, choice and education resulting in empowerment for individuals with disabilities. Who We Serve: Independent Living Resources will provide services to persons with any disability of any age within our service area. Most services have no eligibility requirements and are available at no cost to the consumer. Examples of disabilities served are as follows: Mental illness; Developmental/cognitive; Physical; Learning disability; Brain injury; Stroke and cancer survivors; Respiratory; Environmental sensitivity; HIV/AIDS; Deaf; Blind; Low vision; Hard of hearing. (This list is not all-inclusive).
1313 W. Seminary Street, Richland Center, WI 53581 Hours: M – F By Appointment Only Voice: (608)-647-8053 Toll Free: 888-474-5745 Email: advocacy@ilresources.org
Website:
http://www.ilresources.org
http://www.ilresources.org
The mission of ADA-Indiana is to serve as a statewide resource for promoting the implementation of the Americans with Disabilities Act in Indiana.
2810 East Discovery Parkway Bloomington, IN 47408 Voice: (812) 855-6508 Email: adainfo@iu.edu cheiu@indiana.edu
Website:
http://adaindiana.org
http://adaindiana.org
The Office of the Indiana Attorney General helps protect the rights, freedoms, and safety you enjoy as a citizen of the Hoosier state. Attorney General Curtis T. Hill Jr. and his staff are dedicated to meeting the state's legal needs, as well as the needs and interests of its citizens.
151 W Ohio St, Suite 100
Indianapolis, IN 46204-1960
Voice: (317) 232-6330
Toll free: 888.4IN.eGov
Fax: (317) 233-2011
Email: nic-incustomerservice@tylertech.comWebsite:
http://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/#
http://www.in.gov/attorneygeneral/#
Indiana Disability Rights is the service arm of the Indiana Protection and Advocacy Services (IPAS) Commission. Our mission and vision guide our work everyday. To protect and promote the rights of individuals with disabilities through empowerment and advocacy
4755 Kingsway Drive, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46205 Voice: (317) 722-5555 Toll free: (800) 622-4845 Email: info@IndianaDisabilityRights.org
Website:
http://www.indianadisabilityrights.org/
http://www.indianadisabilityrights.org/
Indiana Department of Workforce Development (IDWD) manages and implements innovative employment programs for Hoosiers, unemployment insurance systems, and facilitates regional economic growth initiatives for Indiana.
Indiana Government Center South, Room E145
402 West Washington Street
Indianapolis, Indiana 46204t
Voice: (317)232-7770
Fax: (317)233-3712
Email: council@gcpd.in.govWebsite:
https://www.in.gov/dwd/
https://www.in.gov/dwd/
The Fire and Building Code Enforcement Branch encourages the development of building code law enforcement programs within state agencies and political subdivisions and exercises any program of supervision that is approved by the Fire Prevention and Building Safety Commission. The branch enforces building laws and related variances as well as other orders that apply to Class I structures, industrialized buildings and mobile structures.
Question form: https://in.accessgov.com/idoa/Forms/Page/idoa/ask-sic-a-question/0
151 W Ohio St, Suite 100
Indianapolis, IN 46204-1960
Voice: (317) 233-2010
Toll-Free: 888.4IN.eGov
Fax: (317) 233-2011
Email: nic-incustomerservice@tylertech.comWebsite:
http://www.in.gov/dhs/2376.htm
http://www.in.gov/dhs/2376.htm
Vocational Rehabilitation Services (VRS), a program of the Bureau of Rehabilitation Service (BRS), provides quality, individualized services to enhance and support people with disabilities to prepare for, obtain or retain employment. Through active participation in their rehabilitation, people with disabilities achieve a greater level of independence in their work place and living environments.
402 W. Washington St., #W451
P.O. Box 7083, MS26
Indianapolis, IN 46207-7083
Voice: (317)232-1433
Toll free: (877)241-8144
TTY: (317)232-1427
Fax: (317)254-6705
Email: BVISHLP.BVISHelp@fssa.IN.govWebsite:
http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/4219.htm
http://www.in.gov/fssa/ddrs/4219.htm
IndiGo provides a wide variety of Services and Programs to people with all disabilities and all ages in Ashland, Bayfield, Burnett, Douglas, Iron, Price, Sawyer and Washburn Counties. Services include: Information and Referral; Independent Living Skills Training; Advocacy; Technology; Public Education; Peer Support; Accessibility; Benefits Counseling; Transportation Project; Transportation and Assistive Technology support; Voucher program; Integrated employment; Personal Care; Transition Services.
http://indigowi.org
2911 Tower Ave., Suite 9
Superior, WI 5488
Voice: 1 (800) 924-1220 (V/7-1-1 Relay)
TTY: (715) 392-9118 (V/7-1-1 Relay)
Fax: (715) 392- 4636
Email: info@indigowi.orgWebsite:
http://indigowi.org
http://indigowi.org
Infinitec is the assistive technology program of United Cerebral Palsy Seguin of Greater Chicago. Assistive technology is any device that accomplishes a task for someone who cannot achieve it naturally. Examples range from synthetic voice for speech to wheelchairs for mobility to reading programs that aid people with learning disabilities or blindness. UCP Seguin sponsors Infinitec programs that bring assistive technology to people with disabilities of all types in the State of Illinois and beyond.
The mission of Infinitec is to advance independence and promote inclusive opportunities for children and adults with disabilities through technology. Infinitec helps people with disabilities get access to information, technology services, training, assistive equipment and specialists. By creating partnerships with other organizations, the Infinitec staff makes these services and technologies more widely available to everyone who can benefit from them.
Infinitec Assistive Technology Center 7550 West 183rd Street Tinley Park, Illinois 60477 Voice: 833-682-7595
Website:
http://www.infinitec.org/
http://www.infinitec.org/
We are committed to advancing the role of design in expanding opportunity and enhancing experience for people of all ages, abilities and cultures through excellence in design.
Institute for Human Centered Design SOWA Art + Design District
560 Harrison Ave, No. 401 Boston,
Massachusetts, 02118 USA
Voice: (617) 695-1225
TTY: (617) 695-1225
Fax: (617) 482-8099
Email: info@IHCDesign.orgWebsite:
https://humancentereddesign.org/
https://humancentereddesign.org/
This course is designed for website developers who have an interest in incorporating accessible design features into their pages.
International Web Association
556 S. Fair Oaks Ave. #101-200
Pasadena, California 91103
Voice: (626) 449-3709
Fax: (626) 449-8308Website:
https://hwg.org/services/classes/accessibilitydesign.html
https://hwg.org/services/classes/accessibilitydesign.html
