Resources for Edgar

United Spinal Association Illinois Chapter

The United Spinal Association Illinois Chapter (USAIC)  is a non-profit offering information and support resources for people paralyzed by trauma and medical conditions. It also serves family members and health care and related professionals serving...

Universal Telephone Assistance Program

Linkup and Lifeline are two federally funded programs that assist families with paying for telephone installation and monthly service.  Eligibility requirements apply.

Vaccine Information for Parents With Children With Disabilities

Vax for All provides vaccine information and other helpful tips for parents and caregivers of a child with autism and other disabilities. Resources on the website include: Stories, videos and other kid-friendly disability resources How...

Vaccines.gov

Hosted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and VaccineFinder from Boston Children’s Hospital, Vaccines.gov provides information and help with: Finding recommended vaccines for respiratory...

Variety – The Children’s Charity of St. Louis

Variety’s St. Louis location serves children and teens with special needs under the age of 21 and their families living in 30 counties in Missouri and Illinois surrounding St. Louis. The charity aims to help...

Vax Verify Illinois

The Illinois Department of Public Health Vax Verify portal (also known as the Illinois Resident Immunization portal) provides access to your official immunization records. You must be 18 years old or older to create a...

Virtual Care Package for Caregivers

The Illinois Respite Coalition put together this Virtual Care Package with free virtual resources to help caregivers take time for themselves. It includes links to podcasts, playlists, exercises and other tips for caregivers.

Virtual Respite Provider Training Course

The Illinois Respite Coalition provides a free, online Respite Provider Training Program consisting of ten courses for individuals interested in providing respite care. The courses can be taken on your own time and will provide...

Voting Checklist for People With Disabilities

Easterseals has a Voting Checklist for People with Disabilities to help people with disabilities make sure their voice is heard at the polls. The checklist explains how to learn about elections in your area, your rights...

Warm Neighbors, Cool Friends Energy Assistance Foundation Program

Warm Neighbors Cool Friends (WNCF) Energy Assistance Foundation provides year-round help with energy bills and making homes more energy efficient for income-qualified families.  The program helps low-to-moderate-income individuals and families who don’t qualify for federal...