Region 2

Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago Rockford Region
1601 Parkview Avenue, Rockford, IL 61107

Visit Website  |  ldavie@eastersealschicago.org  |  815-395-5566

Serving ages 3-13 for diagnostics, all ages for other services

Our service center is an inclusive, one-stop, trusted resource about Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) information across the lifespan.  Our center offers a comprehensive approach to screening and diagnostic for children ages 3 to 13 to  those that have never received an ASD diagnosis in the past.   Our team is very committed in following the missions of Easter Seals Metropolitan Chicago and The Autism Program (TAP) of Illinois. Our team has been working with individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other Developmental Disabilities for many years. We hope to share our experience and expertise with you, so that together we can make a difference in the life of an individual with ASD and help bring awareness that Every Day is Autism Awareness Day.

The Autism Program at Kreider Services, Inc.
Kreider Center, 500 Anchor Rd, Dixon, IL 61021

Visit Website  |  odonnellj@kreiderservices.org |  815-288-6691 ext 240

Serving ages 3-18 in TAP programs, all ages in other programs.

Kreider Services is the site of the Northwestern Illinois regional Autism Program Services Center.  The program is devoted to advancing the system of care through diagnosis, treatment, resource, referral and community planning.  Clinical Services include screening and comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and small group Social Skills training.  Our Family and Community Resource Room contains books, videos, learning aids, and visual supports that are available to families, teachers, services providers and anyone else with an interest in ASD.  A work station is also available to allow for the creation of personalized schedules and aids.  Our knowledgeable staff can provide information about our various resources and services, as well as other community resources and events.  Community outreach and training are essential components of our Center’s mission.  We provide training and seminars on a variety of topics for caregivers, daycare providers, educators, first responders, physicians, and other professionals in the community.

Trinity Services, Inc
13318 West Lincoln Highway, New Lenox, IL 60451

Visit Website  |  cindovina@gmail.com  |  815-462-4729

Serving ages 18 months through 22 years

Our clinic provides offers diagnostic screenings and comprehensive diagnostic assessments.  We also provide a teen social skills groups.  We provide consultation to families regarding problem behaviors and assist them in addressing other areas of skills deficit as well.  For example, we will put together programs teaching a broad array of adaptive and communication skills.  Problem behavior consultation is another service offered at the clinic.  We also offer assistance to parents in helping their child to improve toileting skills.

Little Friends Center for Autism
1001 East Chicago Ave, Suite 151, Naperville, IL

Visit Website  |  pboheme@lilfriends.com  |  630-305-4196

Serving infants through adults

Little Friends Center for Autism provides state of the art diagnostics, therapy, training and consulting services for children, adults, families and professionals. We train approximately 2500 people each year. Our parent agency at Little Friends Inc. provides day and residential services for over 800 children and adults with autism and developmental disabilities.

Family Resource Center on Disabilities
201 East Jackson Blvd, Room 300, Chicago, IL 60604

Visit Website  |  frcdptiil@ameritech.net  |  312-939-3513

Chicago’s metropolitan area Parent Training and Information Center, serving Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will Counties.  The center provides families of children with disabilities with information, training and assistance.  Some of the services they provide are to help families understand the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), make informed decisions about their child’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP), obtain appropriate services for their child, and communicate more effectively with school professionals.

Family Matters
1901 S. 4th Street, Suite 209, Effingham, IL 62401

Visit Website  |  info@fmptic.org  |  217-347-5428

Parent Training and Information Center located in Effingham, Il. serving all of Illinois except Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will Counties.   The center’s mission is to build upon families’ strengths, empower parents and professionals to achieve the strongest possible outcomes for students with disabilities, and to enhance the quality of life for children and young adults with disabilities. The center assists parents of children with disabilities to be informed participants in the special education process and IEP process, assist students with disabilities to understand their rights and responsibilities, and supply information to professionals who serve children with disabilities.

To find your local Department of Human Services resource for Early Intervention, PUNS, and other services, click here.

The Arc of Illinois: The Arc of Illinois is nonprofit organization committed to providing family support services, legislative advocacy and resources for families and children with disabilities across the state of Illinois.

Autism Society Illinois: The Autism Society of Illinois is devoted to improving the lives of individuals and families dealing with an autism spectrum disorder through special education programs, First Responder programs, trainings for professionals and other support services.

Community and Residential Services Authority: The Community and Residential Services Authority (CRSA) is an interagency group responsible for identifying and addressing barriers facing parents, professionals and providers when trying to get needed services and programs for individuals (through the age of 21) with a behavior disorder or a severe emotional disturbance and their family.

Early Intervention Program: Illinois’ Early Intervention program (under the Department of Human Services) works to assure that families who have infants and toddlers, birth to three, with diagnosed disabilities, developmental delays or substantial risk of significant delays receive resources and supports that assist them in maximizing their child’s development.

Family to Family Health Information Center: The Family to Family Health Information Center is a free service focused on providing healthcare information for families of children and youth with special needs.

Family Matters: Parent Training and Information Center located in Effingham, Il. serving all of Illinois except Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will Counties.   The center’s mission is to build upon families’ strengths, empower parents and professionals to achieve the strongest possible outcomes for students with disabilities, and to enhance the quality of life for children and young adults with disabilities. The center assists parents of children with disabilities to be informed participants in the special education process and IEP process, assist students with disabilities to understand their rights and responsibilities, and supply information to professionals who serve children with disabilities.

Family Resource Center on Disabilities: Chicago’s metropolitan area Parent Training and Information Center, serving Cook, DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry, and Will counties.  The center provides families of children with disabilities with information, training and assistance.  Some of the services they provide are to help families understand the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), make informed decisions about their child’s Individualized Education Plan (IEP), obtain appropriate services for their child, and communicate more effectively with school professionals.

Family Support Network: Support and advocacy for individuals with disabilities and their families.

The Hope Institute for Children and Families: The Hope Institute for Children and Families provides individualized educational, residential and health services to children ages 5-21 with multiple developmental disabilities, including ASD. Services include: independence learning, therapeutic education, and community transition programs. Additionally, Hope provides community integrated classrooms and vocational skills through collaboration with local school districts. 

Illinois Assistive Technology Program: The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) is the state non-profit organization for Assistive Technology (AT) needs, including AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) devices.  It provides AT assessments, training, and advocacy.  IATP has a loan program for AT devices, a Demonstration Center, a work incentive planning and assistance program, and financial loans.

Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities: The Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Developmental Disabilities is a statewide provider of early intervention, living, day services, in home supports and other resources for persons with disabilities.

Illinois StarNET:  Illinois StarNET provides a variety of opportunities for personal and professional growth for those who touch the lives of young children, ages birth through eight, with an emphasis on children with special needs. StarNET offers many free workshops, podcasts, and webinars as well as stipends to attend conferences and workshops.

Illinois State Board of Education: The Illinois State Board of Education provides leadership, assistance, resources and advocacy so that every student is prepared to succeed in careers and postsecondary education, and share accountability for doing so with districts and schools.

Illinois Lifespan: Illinois Lifespan provides free information and referral services for persons with disabilities.

Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services: The Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is a statewide provider of educational, employment, community inclusion and independent living services for individuals with disabilities.

Illinois Children Mental Health Partnership: A partnership committed to improving the scope, quality and access of mental health programs, services and supports for Illinois children.

The Arc: National community-based organization advocating for and serving people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.

Autism Now: National autism resource and information center.

Autism Speaks: A leading autism science and advocacy organization, dedicated to funding autism research and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families.

Autism Society: A leading grassroots autism organization, working to improve the lives of all affected by autism.  Provides the latest information regarding treatment, education, research and advocacy.

Disability.gov: U.S. federal government website for information on disability programs and services nationwide.

Family Voices: Family Voices is a national grassroots network, providing families of children with special needs the resources and support they need to make informed decisions, advocate for improved public and private policies, build partnerships among families and professionals, and serve as a trusted resource on health care.

The National Center of Birth Defects and Developmental Disabilities: Dedicated to helping people live to the fullest. Much of the center’s work focuses on protecting people who are especially vulnerable to health risks – babies, children, people with blood disorders, and people with disabilities. 

The U. S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ASD main page: CDC is committed to continuing to provide essential data on ASD, search for factors that put children at risk for ASD and possible causes, and develop resources that help identify children with ASD as early as possible.

The U. S. Department of Education’s Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) website: IDEA is the federal law that governs how states and public agencies provide early intervention, special education and related services to more than 6.5 million eligible infants, toddlers, children and youth with disabilities.

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