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Emergency Respite Care (ERC) | Illinois Respite Coalition

555 Skokie Boulevard, Suite 500, Northbrook, IL 60062

Eligibility
Open to anyone with a disability in a crisis/emergency situations
Required documents
Completed application
(866) 455-7377 Ext. 101
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Alternate Phone

(866) 455-7377
Voice·

Toll-Free

(866) 455-7377 Ext. 103
Voice·

Alternate Phone

Application process
Call or email for information
Fees
None
Service area
IL

Offers in-home and emergency respite services for families/caregivers. The Emergency Respite Care Program offers funding and resources to support caregivers of children and adults with special needs who are not receiving any respite services and have an urgent need for respite care in the absence of any other funding source.

Date of Last Formal Update
09/12/2025
Data provided by
United Way of the Midlands
Providing organization
Illinois Respite Coalition

Provides coordination of respite care services for Illinois families caring for children and adults with special needs. Offers guidance on funding, eligibility, and connects caregivers to resources, training , and providers.