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Illinois Department of Human Services's (IDHS) Office of Rehabilitation Services helps individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, late-deafened, or deafblind find jobs, get ready to go to work, or obtain services to meet their needs. They serve as a resource to professionals, state agencies, community organizations, and the public, providing information related to employment, training, and accommodations for persons who have a hearing loss.
Illinois Department of Human Services's (IDHS) Office of Rehabilitation Services helps individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, late-deafened, or deafblind find jobs, get ready to go to work, or obtain services to meet their needs. They serve as a resource to professionals, state agencies, community organizations, and the public, providing information related to employment, training, and accommodations for persons who have a hearing loss.
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Assistive Technology Training
Specialized Information and Referral
Hard of Hearing
Vocational Rehabilitation
Health/Disability Related Counseling
Deafness
Sign Language Interpreter Registries
Chicago Public Schools operates Student Outreach and Re-Engagement (SOAR) Centers that help link youth and families with the support needed to address the fundamental issues driving lack of engagement in school. The program has four citywide SOAR offices in neighborhoods with the highest concentrations of out-of-school youth.
Chicago Public Schools operates Student Outreach and Re-Engagement (SOAR) Centers that help link youth and families with the support needed to address the fundamental issues driving lack of engagement in school. The program has four citywide SOAR offices in neighborhoods with the highest concentrations of out-of-school youth.
Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.
Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.
Services
Public Access Computers/Tools
Growing Home, Inc. provides its residents with access to a popular, state-of-the-art Computer Resources Center that is strategically located, easy to reach, and free. The center is a valued resource for students conducting research, adult residents preparing resumes and searching for jobs online, and senior citizens having access to the Internet.The multi-function center is used by college students, job seekers, and seniors alike, who gain instruction and training in topics ranging from basic computer use to job searches and how to write a resume. The Computer Resource Center, which also provides other services that make it a multi-purpose resource center, is located at 5814 S. Wood Street at Growing Home's Urban Farm & Training Center.
Growing Home, Inc. provides its residents with access to a popular, state-of-the-art Computer Resources Center that is strategically located, easy to reach, and free. The center is a valued resource for students conducting research, adult residents preparing resumes and searching for jobs online, and senior citizens having access to the Internet.The multi-function center is used by college students, job seekers, and seniors alike, who gain instruction and training in topics ranging from basic computer use to job searches and how to write a resume. The Computer Resource Center, which also provides other services that make it a multi-purpose resource center, is located at 5814 S. Wood Street at Growing Home's Urban Farm & Training Center.
Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Resume Preparation Assistance
Public Access Computers/Tools
Job Search/Placement
Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.
Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.
Services
Public Access Computers/Tools
Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council (PTSCC) hosts a variety of programming accessible to local seniors.
Palatine Township Senior Citizens Council (PTSCC) hosts a variety of programming accessible to local seniors.
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Older Adults
AARP Tax Aide Program Sites
Medicare Information/Counseling
General Medical Equipment/Supplies Provision
Podiatry/Foot Care
General Arts and Crafts
Public Access Computers/Tools
Community Meals
General Bereavement and Grief Support Groups
Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.
Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.
Services
Public Access Computers/Tools
Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.
Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.
Services
Public Access Computers/Tools
Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.
Chicago Public Library maintains computers with internet access for use by community members. Printing and scanning services are also available.
Services
Public Access Computers/Tools
Chicago Public Library provides access to the internet for free.
Chicago Public Library provides access to the internet for free.
Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Provides information and referral services for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and their caregivers. Provides needs assessment, referrals to local resources, advocacy, and follow-up services.
Provides information and referral services for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and their caregivers. Provides needs assessment, referrals to local resources, advocacy, and follow-up services.
Services
Specialized Information and Referral
Offers general library services and resources at no cost, including:
- Access to computers and printers
- Wi-fi access
- Notary services
- Homebound delivery
- Access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment
Offers general library services and resources at no cost, including:
- Access to computers and printers
- Wi-fi access
- Notary services
- Homebound delivery
- Access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music for education, entertainment, and personal enrichment
Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Provides information and referrals to older adults for the following resources:
- Meals on Wheels
- Transportation services (PACE Dial-A-Ride and medical trips)
- Driving classes
- Handicap parking applications assistance
- Lending Closet
- Free senior activity guide
Provides information and referrals to older adults for the following resources:
- Meals on Wheels
- Transportation services (PACE Dial-A-Ride and medical trips)
- Driving classes
- Handicap parking applications assistance
- Lending Closet
- Free senior activity guide
Services
Specialized Information and Referral
Provides education to the public about sexual violence. Aims to spread awareness and prevent future violence from occurring. Offers presentations for staff, students, and parents. Also offers trainings for professionals who work with survivors of sexual assault.
Provides education to the public about sexual violence. Aims to spread awareness and prevent future violence from occurring. Offers presentations for staff, students, and parents. Also offers trainings for professionals who work with survivors of sexual assault.
Services
Workshops/Symposiums
Provides a way to find the 211 Metro Chicago call center online. Connects people with important community services and volunteer opportunities.
Provides a way to find the 211 Metro Chicago call center online. Connects people with important community services and volunteer opportunities.
Services
211 Lead Agencies
Offers resources and services designed to meet the learning needs of the community. Also provides programs that introduce and encourage reading. Resources include:
- Reference services
- Computer and internet access
- Notary services
Offers resources and services designed to meet the learning needs of the community. Also provides programs that introduce and encourage reading. Resources include:
- Reference services
- Computer and internet access
- Notary services
Services
Public Access Computers/Tools
Offers resources and services designed to meet the learning needs of the community. Provides programs that introduce and encourage reading.
Offers resources and services designed to meet the learning needs of the community. Provides programs that introduce and encourage reading.
Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Offers a 24 hour hotline. Foster parents can report suspected violations by DCFS employees, service providers, or contractors.
Offers a 24 hour hotline. Foster parents can report suspected violations by DCFS employees, service providers, or contractors.
Services
Specialized Information and Referral
Offers resources and services designed to meet the learning needs of the community. Provides programs that introduce and encourage reading. Also offers the following services:
- Access to public computers
- Wi-Fi internet
- Public notary
- Passport application processing
- Voter registration
- Free book delivery for homebound patrons
Offers resources and services designed to meet the learning needs of the community. Provides programs that introduce and encourage reading. Also offers the following services:
- Access to public computers
- Wi-Fi internet
- Public notary
- Passport application processing
- Voter registration
- Free book delivery for homebound patrons
Services
Public Access Computers/Tools
Offers computer training for adults to build skills for work or school. Teaches basics of the internet and Microsoft, as well as finances and job readiness. Also offers drop-in lab for help with resumes, job applications, and more. Classes offered in both English and Spanish. Participants have an opportunity to win a refurbished laptop after completing course.
Offers computer training for adults to build skills for work or school. Teaches basics of the internet and Microsoft, as well as finances and job readiness. Also offers drop-in lab for help with resumes, job applications, and more. Classes offered in both English and Spanish. Participants have an opportunity to win a refurbished laptop after completing course.
Offers general library services and resources at no cost, including:
- Access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music
- Access to computers, printers, and wi-fi
- Notary services
- Curbside pick-up and home delivery for books
Offers general library services and resources at no cost, including:
- Access to books, movies, audiobooks, and music
- Access to computers, printers, and wi-fi
- Notary services
- Curbside pick-up and home delivery for books
Services
Public Libraries
Provides information and referrals to older adults, including:
- Transportation services (taxi coupons, PACE Bus)
- AARP Driver Safety Class
- Public benefits application assistance
- Social service referrals
Provides information and referrals to older adults, including:
- Transportation services (taxi coupons, PACE Bus)
- AARP Driver Safety Class
- Public benefits application assistance
- Social service referrals
Services
Specialized Information and Referral
Offers resources and services designed to meet the learning needs of the community. Also provides programs that introduce and encourage reading. Resources include:
- Public computer and internet access
- Voter registration services
- Test proctoring
- Book delivery for individuals unable to visit the library
- Community visits to schools, retirement homes, and assisted living facilities
Offers resources and services designed to meet the learning needs of the community. Also provides programs that introduce and encourage reading. Resources include:
- Public computer and internet access
- Voter registration services
- Test proctoring
- Book delivery for individuals unable to visit the library
- Community visits to schools, retirement homes, and assisted living facilities
Services
Public Internet Access Sites
Provides information to help connect older adults with resources. Examples include:
- Senior centers
- Medicare support
- Caregiver support groups
- Alzheimer's support groups
Provides information to help connect older adults with resources. Examples include:
- Senior centers
- Medicare support
- Caregiver support groups
- Alzheimer's support groups
Services
Specialized Information and Referral
Provides intensive behavioral health treatment to adults with severe mental illness. Offers services in a community-based setting by an team of mental health professionals.
Programs range from one of three levels of treatment intensity:
- The Assertive Community Treatment
- The less intensive Community Support
- The Community Support Individual. Considered the final level of service before full self-sufficiency.
Offers a multidisciplinary approach of intensive services provided where and when needed, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Teams include peer support specialists and practitioners with expertise in:
- Psychiatry
- Nursing
- Social work
- Substance use treatment
- Employment
These teams initiate:
- A housing search
- Developing a care plan
- Continuing to work with clients over the long-term.
Provides intensive behavioral health treatment to adults with severe mental illness. Offers services in a community-based setting by an team of mental health professionals.
Programs range from one of three levels of treatment intensity:
- The Assertive Community Treatment
- The less intensive Community Support
- The Community Support Individual. Considered the final level of service before full self-sufficiency.
Offers a multidisciplinary approach of intensive services provided where and when needed, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Teams include peer support specialists and practitioners with expertise in:
- Psychiatry
- Nursing
- Social work
- Substance use treatment
- Employment
These teams initiate:
- A housing search
- Developing a care plan
- Continuing to work with clients over the long-term.