Achieving Independence and Mobility Center for Independent Living

10/15/2025

We're one week away from our Annual Meeting! We hope to see you there!

10/10/2025

10/06/2025

***Updated Registration Link! 📢

Click the link to register or scan the QR Code on the flyer below!

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Z7KJhYCeQHCvJ_lwVvUaRA

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
Registration is now open for our PSN October Workshop!

The ARC of Illinois will lead a presentation on October 22nd at 1:30pm via Zoom, focusing on Medicaid IDD Waivers and their available programs and services.

We invite you to join us for this free event!

10/03/2025

Community Conversation at Geneva Public Library is a great opportunity for people with disabilities and/or their families to attend and discuss employment for individuals with disabilities. See more details below!

🌍 Save the Date! ☕
Join us for a World Café Community Conversation on employment for persons with disabilities (PWDs).

📍 Where: Geneva Public Library (227 S. 7th Street, Geneva)
📅 When: Wednesday, October 15 | 4:15 – 5:45 pm
👥 Who’s Invited: Businesses, DRS counselors, families, students, educators—anyone with a vested interest in creating a more inclusive employment community in the Fox Valley region!

💡 Why Attend?
PWDs are less likely to obtain paid employment. Together, we’ll discuss the barriers and create plans to foster more inclusive opportunities.

🍪 Light snacks & refreshments will be provided!

✅ RSVP by Tuesday, October 7th: https://forms.illinois.edu/sec/1043847348

📩 Questions? Contact Christina Muri Irland at cmuri2@illinois.edu
or 217-300-2394

Let’s work together to build a community where everyone belongs in the workplace. 💙


Illinois Department of Human Services | Illinois Institute for Rehabilitation and Employment Research | Mid-Valley Special Education Cooperative | Geneva Public Library District

10/02/2025

Our Annual Meeting is in 3 weeks! We hope to see you there!

10/01/2025

Registration is now open for our PSN October Workshop!

The ARC of Illinois will lead a presentation on October 22nd, focusing on Medicaid IDD Waivers and their available programs and services.

We invite you to attend this complimentary virtual event!

Please see the flyer below on ways you can register.

09/22/2025

Little Friends will be hosting a Parenting Tips Workshop for families of children with disabilities on October 3rd. See the flyer below for more details.

🌟 Parenting Workshop for Families with Special Needs 🌟
🗓️ October 3 | 6–8 PM
📍 Hosted by Little Friends Family Support Network

Parenting a child with special needs comes with unique joys and challenges—and you don’t have to navigate it alone. 💙
Join us for an inspiring evening with Holly Riordan, a dedicated social worker who truly understands your journey.

She’ll share practical tips to help you:
✅ Create consistent routines
✅ Foster open communication
✅ Support your child’s independence
✅ Take care of yourself, too

✨ Every small win matters—and we’re here to celebrate them with you.

👶 Limited onsite care available—please register by
October 1 to reserve your spot:
🔗https://tinyurl.com/yy66mp4v
for family support network

09/16/2025

The Illinois Department on Aging's Community Care Program aims to assist older adults in maintaining their independence and providing cost-effective alternatives to nursing home placement. These services include comprehensive care coordination, adult day services, in-home service, emergency home response services, and automated medication dispenser service.

If you or a loved one want to remain at home🏠, but need assistance to do so, call our Community Care Program at 630-407-6500📱 to connect with Emergency Home Response Services, Adult Day Services, In-Home Services, and more!

09/04/2025

Interested in learning how to navigate Metra? Check out Metra's recurring accessibility webinars in September and October!

08/29/2025

We will be closed Monday, September 1st for Labor Day. We will be back to our normal schedule Tuesday, September 2nd.

08/27/2025

New Details for the 9/4 All Angels Meeting!

08/26/2025

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the August PSN workshop has been cancelled and is currently being rescheduled. Please be on the lookout for an updated reschedule date!