Disability Resource Center

05/01/2026

For more information call, Disability Resource Center at 815.729.0162 and ask for Nicole.

Hearing health matters at every age. 👂
Protecting your hearing today can make communication easier tomorrow. Whether you are young, raising a family, or enjoying time with grandkids, small habits add up and help keep conversations clear for years to come.
Take a moment to care for your hearing today. Your future self will thank you.

05/01/2026

Today the staff at Disability Resource Center learned Adult CPR. Thank you to the mother/daughter (and Noah) Baker duo for being wonderful instructors.

05/01/2026

Joliet Park District ribbon cutting and opening of an Inclusive Playground.
You need to go check it out!
Thank you for talking with Disability Resource Center Executive Director, Missy Martin and Program Director, Kindall Carmouche' today, State Representative Natalie Manley. We appreciate all the advocacy you do for people with disabilities!

04/30/2026

Assistance with utilities if you qualify.

04/27/2026

Our May Calendar.

04/24/2026

Administrative Assistant Appreciation Day! I am so lucky to work with the best staff. Nicole

04/22/2026

The Disability Resource Center is proud to offer free ITAC phones to individuals who are deaf or hard of hearing. These specialized phones provide features such as amplified sound and captioning to make communication easier and more accessible. If you or someone you know could benefit from this program, our team is here to help with eligibility and setup. Contact us today to learn more about staying connected with confidence! Contact Nicole at nicole@drcjoliet.org or call 815-729-0162

04/20/2026

The Disability Resource Center recently held its Annual Meeting, bringing together community members, staff, and supporters to reflect on another year of impact and growth. The event highlighted the Center’s ongoing commitment to empowering individuals with disabilities and strengthening our community. A special part of the evening included the presentation of awards, recognizing outstanding individuals and partners who have made meaningful contributions and demonstrated dedication to our mission. We are grateful for everyone who continues to support and inspire the work we do every day.

04/17/2026

Lewis students after they presented the Community Connections Lewis University (CCLU) program. We are so proud of them!!!

04/17/2026

Did you know that the Grundy County Sheriff's Office has a Premise Alert Program?

In 2009, the Illinois Premise Alert Program (Public Act 96-0788) was created to allow individuals with special needs or disabilities—and their guardians—to provide important personal information to public safety agencies. This information is used by police, fire, and EMS personnel throughout Illinois to better respond during emergencies.

The Grundy County Sheriff’s Office participates in this program to help protect you and your loved ones. By submitting a Premise Alert Notification Form, you can provide details about any special needs or medical conditions within your household. This information will be added as an alert on your residence, allowing dispatchers to quickly inform responding emergency personnel of any critical conditions or considerations.

The fillable form can be found on the Sheriff's Office page on the Grundy County website: https://www.grundycountyil.gov/services/sheriff/index.php -questions-146

Click on the Premise Alert Program tab and the form can be downloaded or printed off from the tab at the very bottom of the page. Completed forms can be mailed to the Sheriff's Office at 111 E. Illinois Avenue, Morris, IL 60450 or emailed to mwharrie@grundyilso.gov. If you have any questions about the program, please contact us at 815-942-6645.

The actual form has been attached to this post.

04/17/2026

Great information

04/15/2026

A great resource for adult services.