Resources for Jersey

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...

WCG CenterWatch Clinical Trials

WCG CenterWatch can help clinical trial participants and caregivers identify clinical research opportunities and take the first steps to participate. 

What is Autism? Q and A

For parents and teachers who wish to learn more about autism to better support children and families in the autism community, the Illinois Early Learning Project (IEL) provides “What is Autism?” This question-and-answer style document...

When Your Child Has a Heart Defect: Planning Ahead for Lifelong Heart Health

Children with congenital heart defects and disease (CHD) will need lifelong care from congenital heart experts. The Adult Congenital Heart Association provides this brochure to help parents of children born with CHDs support their child’s...

Without Limits – Team Galaxy in St. Clair County

Without Limits – Team Galaxy provides an inclusive environment where individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families can enjoy a wide range of recreational activities and free, monthly social events at the Swansea...

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

WIC is a food assistance program for Women, Infants, and Children. It helps pregnant women, new mothers and young children eat well and stay healthy. The WIC page on the Illinois Department of Human Services’...

WorkforceGPS Disability and Employment Community

The WorkforceGPS Disability and Employment Community site is an online resource destination for the American Job Center network, people with disabilities and employers. The site is also a resource for all who partner with the...

YMCA Diverse Abilities Programs in Cass and Clay Counties

Diverse Abilities – YMCA of Cass and Clay Counties provides programs to ensure that everyone, regardless of ability, age or background, can thrive. Diverse Abilities offers an opportunity for individuals with Down syndrome, cerebral palsy...