Disability Resource Center

Disability Resource Center Resources. Equality. Independence.

As people with disabilities and their advocates, Disability Resource Center strives for equality and empowerment of persons with disabilities in the Will and Grundy areas. We inform persons with disabilities of their rights, educate them about their responsibilities, provide support services, promote advocacy, and raise community awareness about disability issues.

Are you Deaf and interested in meeting other Deaf individuals in your community? Are you hoping to join a space where AS...
01/26/2026

Are you Deaf and interested in meeting other Deaf individuals in your community? Are you hoping to join a space where ASL is the primary language? Are you someone hoping to improve your sign language skills? DRC is hoping to start a club just for that! If you are interested, please message Riley at Riley@drcjoliet.org.

Today we celebrate the birthday of Ed Roberts, a trailblazer whose vision launched the Independent Living Movement. His ...
01/23/2026

Today we celebrate the birthday of Ed Roberts, a trailblazer whose vision launched the Independent Living Movement. His belief in equal access, independence, and community inclusion continues to guide our work at the Disability Resource Center as we support individuals in living full, self-directed lives. 👨‍🦽‍➡️

01/23/2026

Warming Center Available During Extreme Cold
With the extremely cold weather, a warming center is available for anyone who needs a safe, warm place to go. Please check local hours and availability, and share this information with anyone who may need it. Stay warm and safe.

01/23/2026

Disability Resource Center's office is closed today due to the extreme weather. Staff is working remotely. Staff can be reached by calling 815-729-0162.

Stay safe and stay warm.

If you need help supporting a friend or family member facing mental health challenges. No one has to face mental healt...
01/22/2026

If you need help supporting a friend or family member facing mental health challenges. No one has to face mental health struggles alone. đź’™

Food pantry pop-up coming soon.
01/22/2026

Food pantry pop-up coming soon.

We had a change of date for Scrapbooking. It will now be on February 9 at 10:00 am
01/21/2026

We had a change of date for Scrapbooking. It will now be on February 9 at 10:00 am

The Disability Resource Center helps consumers access and use assistive technology that supports independence, learning,...
01/20/2026

The Disability Resource Center helps consumers access and use assistive technology that supports independence, learning, and daily living. One of our consumers is shown using an iPad for sensory activities, which can help with focus, relaxation, communication, and skill-building. We are happy that she is enjoying her new ipad.

Check out our February calendar—you won’t want to miss any of the exciting activities at the Disability Resource Center!
01/15/2026

Check out our February calendar—you won’t want to miss any of the exciting activities at the Disability Resource Center!

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a time to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s lasting impact on civil rights, equality, and...
01/15/2026

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is a time to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s lasting impact on civil rights, equality, and service to others. In observance of this holiday, the DRC will be closed.

01/14/2026

DRC will be opening today at 10:30 due to the snow squall causing hazardous road conditions.

Be safe out there!

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77 N. 129th Infantry Drive
Joliet, IL
60435

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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