Disability Services
The following is a list of resources that families with special needs children may find useful. There are many additional resources, although we have attempted to list most local groups — or regional/ national organizations if a local resource does not exist.
Links to additional resources for specific special needs are also available at Illinois STAR Net Region II.
Early Intervention for Special Needs describes the process
parents go through to determine services for a child.
Please note that many of these resources depend upon local, state, or federal funding and that availability of services may vary based upon government funding levels.
Council for Exceptional Children:The Division for Early Childhood
Promotes policies and practices that support families and enhance optimal development of young children who have or are at risk for developmental delays and disabilities.
Local Resources
836 W. Wellington Avenue, Chicago, IL 60657
Phone: 773-296-7450
Fax: 773-296-7370
Audiology, developmental therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, social-emotional/mental therapy and speech therapy.
1815 South Wolf Road, Hillside, IL 60162
Phone: 708-236-0979
Provide family-centered early intervention and specialized services for children with developmental delays or disabilities, and their families.
9021 W. Ogden, Brookfield, IL 60513
Phone: 708-354-4547
Case management/ social work; developmental disabilities services; parent/support/training; respite care.
Phone: 800-322-3722
Care coordination for children from birth to age 21 with physical disabilities. Financial assistance with medical costs for qualifying income-eligible families. Information available in English and Spanish.
20 E. Jackson Blvd, Room 300, Chicago, IL 60604
Phone: 312-939-3513
Provides information, training, and support for families who have children with disabilities.