Resource Links
- What is the ARC?
- Learn more About Developmental Disabilities
- Accreditation and Licensing
- Area Activities and Recreation
- Area Arts
- Assistive Technology
- Disability Related Resources
- Other Agencies/Programs in the Tri-County Area
- PARC Partners
- School Districts
- State of Illinois Agencies
- Support Organizations
- The Arc is the national organization of and for people with mental retardation and related developmental disabilities and their families. It is devoted to promoting and improving supports and services for people with mental retardation and their families. The association also fosters research and education regarding the prevention of mental retardation in infants and young children.
About Developmental Disabilities
- OASIS - Online Asperger Syndrome Information and SupportAsperger's Syndrome
- Visit the Autism Society of Illinois - Connecting and Supporting the Autism Community
- The Autism Program - The Autism Program is a systems initiative, a network of resources for Autism Spectrum Disorders in the State of Illinois.
- Heart of Illinois Down Syndrome Association, Inc. Improving the quality of life of persons with Down syndrome by providing support, advocacy, and educational opportunities to those individuals, their families, and community advocates.
- National Fragile X Foundation - Provides support, awareness, research and advocacy.
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UCP (United Cerebral Palsy) United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) is the leading source of information on cerebral palsy and is a pivotal advocate for the rights of persons with any disability.
- CARF (Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) When the services or provider you choose is CARF accredited, you're assured the highest quality services possible.
- NBCOT (National Board for Certification in Occupational Therapy, Inc.) is a not-for-profit credentialing agency that provides certification for the occupational therapy profession.
- IDFPR (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation) is committed to protecting Illinois citizens in their dealing with the industries and professions that IDFPR regulates and licenses.
Area Activities and Recreation
- Heart of Illinois Special Recreation Association (HISRA) is the result of the desire on the part of Peoria, Morton and Chillicothe Park Districts to provide quality recreation programs and services to individuals with disabilities and special needs.
- Fondulac Parc District and the Illinois River Valley Special Recreation Association (IRV-SRA) is a therapeutic recreation program.
- The Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau (PACVB) highlights Peoria's thriving community.
Assistive technology is technology used by individuals with disabilities in order to perform functions that might otherwise be difficult or impossible. Assistive technology can include mobility devices such as walkers and wheelchairs, as well as hardware, software, and peripherals that assist people with disabilities in accessing computers or other information technologies.
- Ability Hub Computer Assistive Technology will direct you to adaptive equipment and alternative methods available for accessing computers.
- The Alliance for Technology Access (ATA) is the national network of community-based Resource Centers, Developers, Vendors, and Associates dedicated to providing information and support services on assistive technologies.
- You can view the Access Board's Electronic and Information Technology Accessibility Standards that were developed as required by 1998 amendments to Section 508 of the Rehabilitation Act.
- View the Illinois Web Accessibility Standards.
- Visit the Web Accessibility Initiative (WAI).
- Visit the Parc Assistive Technology Services page to find out how Parc makes a variety of assistive technology available to individuals with developmental disabilities.
- American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) is committed to ensuring the economic and political empowerment of all Americans with a disability.
- Do2Learn provides free activities, games, and educational resources for special needs.
- Family Village is a global community of disability-related resources.
- Sibling Support Project is a national effort dedicated to the life-long concerns of brothers and sisters of people who have special health, developmental, or mental health concerns.
- Special Child is an online magazine for parents and caregivers of children with special needs.
- Special Education Resources on the Internet (SERI) is a collection of Internet accessible information resources of interest to those involved in the fields related to Special Education.
- The President's Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities
- Internet Resources for Special Children web portal.
- Disability Information and Resources web portal.
- Family Friendly Fun activities and resources for families with different abilities.
Other Agencies/Programs in the Tri-County Area
- CICIL (Central Illinois Center for Independent Living) is an organization managed by and for people with disabilities.
- CWTC (Community Workshop and Training Center) strives to optimize the potential for independence for adults with disabilities.
- Easter Seals of Central Illinois provides services for children and adults with developmental delays and disabilities.
- TCRC (Tazewell County Resource Center) provides access to a wide array of programs for individuals with developmental disabilities.
- ADDWC (Woodford County Association for the Developmentally Disabled) provides person-centered, individualized services for adults with developmental disabilities in Woodford County.
- Jim Maloof Realtors
- Vino 100
- Infinity Print Group
- CISA (Central Illinois Service Access) provides life-long advocacy and service access to persons with a disability. No website is currently available. Contact number is (217) 732-4731
- DHS (Department of Human Services) is the Illinois' lead agency serving individuals with disabilities.
- DRS (Department of Human Services Rehabilitation Services) works in partnership with people with disabilities and their families.
- Social Security Administration provides information on benefits for people with disabilities.
- HOIUW (Heart of Illinois United Way) brings together people from business, labor, government, health and human services to address what matters in our community.
- Central Illinois Business Leadership Network is a joint Employer and Service/Educational Provider partnership focused on "Improving Employment Opportunities" for people with disabilities in central Illinois.
- Community Foundation of Illinois acts as a vehicle to serve donors with varied interest, at various levels of charitable giving.
- Push America was founded in 1977 by Pi Kappa Phi Fraternity with the purpose of instilling lifelong service in its members and enhancing the quality of life for people with disabilities.
- 4-H USA.org supporting learning, leadership, citizenship and life skills.
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