Resources
Under construction: everyone has a resource page. I am thinking about what is really value added for this page given the massive amount of information available on the internet. You can share suggestions via the email link on the Contact page.
Advocacy
These are places that can help you learn about services and how to access them.
Centers for Independent Living: every state has CILs. They help people with disabilities be independent and some have educational advocates on staff.
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Guardianship and Advocacy Commission: for residents of Illinois. This is a State agency that has responsibilities to ensure the rights of people with disabilities are protected. https://gac.illinois.gov/
Protection and Advocacy organizations: every state has a P and A organization to ensure the rights of people with disabilities. https://acl.gov/programs/aging-and-disability-networks/state-protection-advocacy-systems
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ABA Specific information
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Behavior Analysis Certification Board: www.bacb.com-find a certified provider of Applied Behavior Analysis, check the credential of an RBT, BCaBA , BCBA and BCBA-D, file a complaint against a certified individual. https://www.bacb.com/
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States have programs that ensure their residents have access to needed services.
Illinois Division of Developmental Disabilities: Provides information for families and providers on the various programs and supports for people with developmental disabilities in the State of Illinois: https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=29761
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Educational rights information (link to new page).
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Funding resources
Futures planning
Medical and diagnosis
National Organization for Rare Diseases provides information regarding rare disorders. https://rarediseases.org/