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Working Together Chicago - Center for Independence - Countryside Main Center

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Resource Name:Working Together Chicago - Center for Independence - Countryside Main Center

address

100 West Plainfield Road , Suite 100 , La Grange, IL 60525

Eligibility

Restricted to people with developmental disabilities or physical disabilities

Hours

Mon 8:30am - 6:30pm Tue 8:30am - 6:30pm Wed 8:30am - 6:30pm Thu 8:30am - 6:30pm Fri 8:30am - 6:30pm

Languages

Spanish, English

Application process

Individuals must call to schedule an intake appointment, during which they will complete a short application and other paperwork.

Fees

Paid to Participate

Service area

Cook County, IL
Center for Independence provides two center-supported hiring programs that offer employment opportunities to young adults with disabilities. Working Together (WTC) offers paid internship opportunities at local businesses throughout the Chicagoland area to help young adults with disabilities gain corporate experience. Teaching Together (TTC) offers paid internship opportunities at faith-based schools throughout the Chicagoland area with the goal of sustained employment.

Date of Last Formal Update

11/28/2022

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

Providing organization

Center for Independence
The Center for Independence offers motor training services to individuals with cerebral palsy and other conditions that limit mobility. Other programs include parenting classes, social work services, and vocational training. Programs are led by physical therapists, occupational therapists, and Conductive Education teachers.