Resources for Douglas
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Self-Advocacy for People with Disabilities During Hospitalization Tip Sheet
Hospital stays can be difficult for everyone. However, individuals with disabilities may face a variety of unique challenges. This Self-Advocacy for People with Disabilities During Hospitalization tip sheet includes information about your right to have...
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The Self-Advocacy Online (SAO) website, from the Research and Training Center on Community Living at The University of Minnesota, provides self-advocacy tools for people with disabilities. The SOA website can help you research, learn and...
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Self-Care and Emotional Wellness Apps
A list of self-care, emotional wellness and stress-relieving apps compiled by the McLean County Center for Human Services.
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Self-Care and Tips for Talking With Children and Teens about Mental Health
UNICEF provides tips and resources to help you support your child’s and your own mental health. Resources include a mental health quiz, information on common conditions, videos, and conversation starters to help you talk to...
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A self-care assessment tool from the National Alliance on Mental Illness.
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Sertoma Organization for People Affected by Hearing Loss
Sertoma provides information and support to people at risk of or affected by hearing loss. National and local chapters across the United States support hearing health through a variety of programs and activities. Sertoma services...
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The Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission has a list of Service Animal Resources. Information includes Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements, programs that provide animals and more.
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Services of Will, Grundy & Kankakee Counties, Inc. (CFC #15) Early Intervention
Provides resources and support for children 0-3 with developmental disabilities in Grundy, Kankakee, and Will Counties. 2300 Glenwood Avenue Joliet, IL 60436 (888) 329-0633
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Sesame Street in Communities is an online community that provides multimedia tools in both English and Spanish for parents, caregivers and providers to support children from birth to age 6. The site covers a wide...
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The Shirley Ryan AbilityLab is a nonprofit hospital providing patient care, a research community focused on physical medicine and rehabilitation, clinical trials and a wide range of resources to help with caregiving, adapting and accessibility....