Sponsors & Exhibitors

Speak Up and Speak Out
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Thank you to our Sponsors and Exhibitors!

Access Financial Management Services, a wholly owned subsidiary of the Northeast Pennsylvania Center for Independent Living, is a consumer-directed payroll management solution for Medicaid recipients and their caregivers. As a Center for Independent Living, we have decades of experience serving seniors and people with disabilities. CIL's ACES$ Financial Management Services empowers consumers by handling the employer's administrative payroll functions. Additionally, the experience is simple and convenient for personal service workers. ACES$ is highly regarded by consumers for our efficient onboarding process as well as our outstanding customer service. Notably, ACES$ delivers great cost savings to Medicaid programs and the states with which we work.

https://www.mycil.org/acess/acess-illinois/

708.532.3319

Alliance For Community Services Info on disability justice campaigns, such as “Humanize Long Term Care”. Opportunity to add your voice in support of freedom and community integration.

https://www.allianceforcommunityservices.org/

Division of Rehabilitation Services The Illinois Department of Human Services, Division of Rehabilitation Services, is the state's leading
agency serving individuals with disabilities. DRS works in partnership with people with disabilities
and their families to assist them in making informed choices to achieve full community participation
through employment, education, and independent living opportunities.

https://www.dhs.state.il.us/ 312-305-1795

Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center, a federally funded Parent Training Center, exists to provide education, support, resources, and community linkages for families navigating the Special Education system, experiencing key educational transitions, and seeking needed supports and services in the school and community. We work with students with disabilities and their families to ensure they understand their educational rights under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), and can fully participate in the Special Education process.

https://fmptic.org/ ; 866-436-7842

Going Home Coalition is a diverse statewide network of self-advocates, families, community service providers and allies. We purposefully advocate to create systems change and transition away from institutional living by increasing community capacity and empowering fair and equal choices and opportunities for people with disabilities. Going Home Coalition's advocacy includes meetings with legislators, state organizations, and leaders with government oversight.

www.goinghomeillinois.org; 815.464.1832

IL ABLE IL ABLE Accounts make it possible for people with disabilities and their families to save and invest their money for expenses related to living with a disability without risking public benefits such as SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, and others. Money in an IL ABLE Account can be used to pay for a wide range of expenses related to living with a disability, including education, health and wellness, personal support, and so much more.

https://illinoisable.com/; 888.609.8683

Illinois Assistive Technology Program. The IATP exhibit will offer a variety of assistive technology devices including magnifiers, adaptive keyboards and mouse options, communication devices, adaptive gaming, and hearing devices. AI glasses will provide hands-free AI technology to workers with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Stop by the IATP table and try them out for yourself.

https://iltech.org/ 217.522.7985

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission. The Guardianship and Advocacy Commission is an agency that advocates for the rights of individuals with disabilities through four programs: The Human Rights Authority, The Office of State Guardian, Legal Advocacy Services, and the Special Education Collaborative.

https://gac.illinois.gov/. 866.274.8023

Just Z LLC is a disability business founded by Zinyra "Z" Ross. Z creates handmade functional and wearable art. Z creates handmade, sculpted, painted, and sewn accessories such as earrings, charms, bracelets, scrunchies, headbands, and hats. Mostly inspired by animals and nature with a whimsical theme.

Lifelong Access For 70 years, Lifelong Access has been a beacon of empowerment, breaking barriers and opening doors for individuals with disabilities. With unwavering dedication, we provide the resources, support, and opportunities needed to help each person thrive. From birth to the end of life, our specialized programs are designed to uplift, inspire, and ensure that every individual, regardless of ability, has the chance to live a fulfilling and meaningful life.

https://lifelongaccess.org/. 309.451.8888

Quantum Rehab Come learn about the latest in complex rehab technology that helps people regain independence and get back into life. Quantum Rehab, along with Stealth Products, offers a wide range of mobility, seating, and control systems designed to match individual needs.

https://www.quantumrehab.com/ , 314-494-6750

Ray Graham Association for People with Disabilities'

Stop by our booth to see how Ray Graham Association’s Self-Advocacy Council (The RGA Council) built a team of certified Peer Mentors and is helping expand Peer Mentoring across Illinois. Learn how your self-advocacy group can get involved and be part of this growing network.

https://www.raygraham.org/ 331.758.7402

REV UP Illinois' mission is to build the power of the disability vote through increasing civic engagement in the disability community and improving the accessibility of elections.

REV UP stands for "Register, Educate, Vote, Use your Power!"

jennifer@thearcofil.org; 815.464.1832

The Arc of Winnebago, Boone and Ogle Counties Providing various programs to enrich the lives of individuals with IDD in our community. Come by our table to learn how you can set up similar programs in your community.

https://thearcwbo.org/ 815.965.3455