Resources for Putnam
The September 26th Project focuses on helping families and caregivers of children or adults with cognitive, behavioral and/or physical impairments prepare for wandering and elopement and disasters such as fires floods, or earthquakes. The September...
COVID-19 is challenging to explain, live through and communicate about. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides videos, posters, social stories, and interactive activities to help communicate with individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities about...
Ready.gov provides emergency preparedness tools and information to help families before, during and after disasters. This site includes: Step-by-step checklists, tips and individual considerations important to planning for people with disabilities and their families Ready...
As families across Illinois continue to get back on their feet amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, the Illinois Department of Human Services is expanding Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) eligibility to help residents get back to...
Illinois Access to Justice provides information on available rental assistance programs in Illinois, where to find legal help if you’re facing eviction and an overview of your rights as a tenant living in Illinois. Visit...
Ameren Illinois’ Economic Hardship Recovery Program provides information on various energy assistance programs, payment options and tips on lowering your utility bill. This step-by-step resource includes information on: Assistance paying your energy bills, applying for...
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps eligible low-income households pay for home energy services (primarily heating during winter months). Additionally, you will also qualify for assistance with your water and wastewater bills...
Physicians must provide current medical reports and details necessary to support the need for in-home nursing and Home Care services for Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) participants. We developed these sample letters of...
If you are interested in learning or practicing the basics of American Sign Language (ASL), these sites provide free lessons to get you started: ASL Connect – Gallaudet University Sign Language 101 – Learn Sign...
The COVID-19 pandemic has created significant challenges for schools. These challenges continue as schools and public agencies seek to ensure support and equity for children and students experiencing the long-term adverse health effects of COVID-19,...