Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities

05/12/2026

Mental health coverage should be equal to physical health coverage. Full stop.
P.A. 104-0446 is one example of state-level action to strengthen parity protections through setting rate floors for commercial health plans.

05/12/2026

“It was just really clear to me that this was an unnecessary burden on agencies that are trying to help vulnerable people,” she said.

Ness said she hopes her bill would lead to the creation of more CILAs, where individuals could live more independently and with a higher quality.

A state bill that would eliminate discriminatory zoning restrictions and protect disability-related community living arrangements is up for consideration in the Illinois Senate. Although the Fair Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act provide protection for people with disabilities to l...

05/11/2026

The 2026 IARF Advocacy Day is just around the corner! Nearly 200 individuals from I/DD and behavioral health providers across Illinois will be in the South hall of the State Capital advocating for policy change and a state budget that continues to invest in services and supports! See you later this week!

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05/07/2026

Behind every recovery is a dedicated provider.
This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re recognizing the behavioral health professionals at IARF member organizations who show up — day after day — to deliver counseling, crisis services, residential care, and community support across Illinois. To the clinicians, case managers, peer specialists, and direct support staff: thank you.

05/05/2026

📺 Tune in tomorrow morning!

We’re excited to share that our CEO Crystal Officer and Chief Development Officer Taylor Justice will be featured on FOX 2 News in the Morning at 8:40 a.m. on Wednesday, May 6.

They’ll be talking about our upcoming 24-hour matching gift campaign, kicking off at 2 p.m. on May 19 and continuing through 2 p.m. on May 20.

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can be part of this exciting campaign and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of those we serve!

05/05/2026

1 in 5 Illinois adults experiences a mental health condition each year.
That’s millions of our neighbors, family members, and coworkers. Yet access to care remains a significant challenge — especially in rural and underserved communities. IARF member providers are working to close that gap every single day.

05/02/2026

The money will be paid out for recovery and treatment programs over the next 15 years.

05/02/2026

Congratulations Open Door Rehabilitation Center!

05/01/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month — and IARF is here for it.
Throughout May, we’re elevating the voices of Illinois behavioral health providers, the people they serve, and the policies that make a difference. Our member organizations are on the front lines every day — this month, we shine a light on their work and why it matters. Follow along all month for data, stories, and advocacy updates.

04/30/2026

Today, U.S. Representative Debbie Dingell introduced the Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Access Act and the Long-Term Care Workforce Support Act, two separate pieces of legislation to strengthen home care access and the caregiving workforce.  Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Access...

04/30/2026

Congratulations to Beverly Farm Foundation’s Crystal Officer!

We're proud to share that our CEO Crystal Officer has been named a 2026 St. Louis Titan 100 honoree!

The Titan 100 recognizes the region's top CEOs and executives. These are leaders making a lasting impact across their organizations and communities.

Crystal has been with Beverly Farm since June 2021, working alongside a team of dedicated and caring professionals who make our mission possible every day.

Beverly Farm is dedicated to providing loving, caring homes for adults with developmental disabilities. We value people, excellence, collaboration, innovation, and integrity.

Join us in celebrating this incredible achievement!