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1st Illinois Special Ed News
Curt Sahakian, Esq., Editor
4843 Howard Street
Skokie, IL 60077
(847) 676-2774
Email: 1stIllinoisSpecial@cspin.com
Web: http://www.IllinoisSpecialEd.com/1stIllinoisSpecialEdNews.htm
Free Electronic Newsletter with Notices of Local Special Education Workshops and Resources for Illinois Parents. Don't have time to wait? Email us and we'll answer your questions.

2 E Newsletter
Mailing: P.O. Box 582, Glen Ellyn, IL 60138
Street: 985 Clifton Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
(630) 790-2252; (630) 790-2267 (fax)
Email: info@GlenEllynMedia.com
Web: http://www.2enewsletter.com
Helping twice-exceptional children meet their potential.

A to Z Advocates/Consultants
Linda Zavada
100 Carson St.
Long Point, IL 61333
(815) 854-2676
Email: zavada@bwsys.net
Certified elementary teacher with 28 years teaching experience and 16 years parenting experience an ADHD/Bipolar child will consult/advocate for special-needs children in central IL. Free 30-minute consultation.

ABA Chicago, Inc.
Selma Martinez, M.S.Ed., BCBA
Board Certified Behavior Analyst
361 Oakwood Road
Wauconda, IL 60084
(847) 997-7157
Email: ABAChicago1@aol.com
ABA/Verbal Behavior Consultation

Academic Associates Reading Clinic
Steve Blaha
570 Forum Dr.
Roselle, IL 60172
Email: academicassociates@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.everychildcanread.com
Reading instruction for students at any stage of reading ability. Our course is effective for teaching all students to read, even those with learning disabilities.

Action ADDvoKids
Cindy L. Asselstine, Lay Advocate
1014 North Plum Grove Road, Suite 118
Schaumburg, Illinois 60173
(847) 882-1225; (847) 882-0921 (fax)

Addis Greenberg & Schultz, LLC
707 Skokie Boulevard
Suite 540
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 412-1863; (847) 412-1831 (fax)
Web: www.agselaw.com

Advanced Case Management, LTD.
Catherine J. Oliver, RN, C, MSN
1951 Merritt Lane
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(847) 615-9410; (847) 615-9391 (fax)
Email: cjo@interaccess.com
Web: http://www.advancedcasemanagement.com
Our case management and advocacy services include: Observations at school or home, risk assessment, IEP development, care coordination, parent education, medication management, and problem solving.

Advocacy Consulting and Tutoring
Ken Blouin
6446 Lakeway Drive
Monee, IL 60449
(708) 337 5240; (708) 235 0645 (fax)
Email: kb_etc@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://web.mac.com/mkjang/Site/Welcome.html
ACT provides tutoring, advocacy, and consulting services including assistance with IEPs and 504s, communication with school, and family support throughout the special education process.

Advocates for Access
Dorothy Anello
4450 N. Prospect Rd., Suite C8
Peoria Heights, IL 61616
(309) 682-3500; 309-682-3989 (fax)
Email: info@advocatesforaccess.com
Web: http://www.advocatesforaccess.com

AIT for You
Terrie Silverman
524 E Jefferson St
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
(262) 569-7828; (262) 569-1011 (fax)
Email: terries@execpc.com
Web: http://www.aitforyou.com
Auditory Integration Training (AIT) is a ten day, non-invasive therapeutic technique which trains people to hear all frequencies more evenly, to improve in the processing of auditory input, etc.

Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School
A Choice for Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
2020 E Camp McDonald Road
Mount Prospect, IL 60056
(847) 297-4660; (847) 297-3208 (fax)
Email: aehiholly@aol.com
Web: http://www.agbms.org/index_Home.html

Alexian Brothers Neurosciences Institute
Contact: Amy V. Davis, Ph.D., ABPP-CN
Pediatric Neuropsychologist
Hoffman Estates and Elk Grove Village, IL
(888) 365-5240
Email: amy.davis@abbhh.net
Dr. Davis is a board certified pediatric neuropsychologist who specializes in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning of children (18 months to 18 years) presenting with neurological, psychiatric, medical, and or/ learning disorders.

Beverly E.S. Alfeld, MA, MFA
Academic Performance Specialist
698 Exmoor Terrace, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
(815) 459-9518; (815) 327-9118 (fax)
Email: Jamlady10@aol.com
Web: http://members.aol.com/_ht_a/jamlady10/bizcard/
Parent Advocate and Parent of a Special Needs Child. Educator with 23 years of experience in teaching and advocacy. Classroom evaluations, file review, and expert witness services.

All About Kids Dentistry
Mary Ellen/Robin
1845 E. Rand Road #203
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
(847) 870-0475; (847) 870-7908; (847) 870-7837 (fax)
Email: vursitti@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://allaboutkidsdentistry.com
We are a pediatric dental practice well trained to address special needs of children and strive to achieve a positive dental experience with each appointment.

American Foundation for the Blind - Midwest
401 N. Michigan Avenue, Suite 350
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 396-4420
Email: chicago@afb.net
Web: http://www.afb.org/

ARC Community Support Systems
Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center
Debbie Einhorn, Director
2502 S. Veterans Drive
Effingham, IL 62401
(866) 436-7842; (217) 347-5119 (fax)
Email: info@fmptic.org
Web: www.fmptic.org
This parent center serves all of Illinois outside of the 8 county Chicago area. Workshops and trainings are available throughout the state.

The Arc of Illinois
1820 Ridge Road, Suite 300
Homewood, IL 60430-1739
(708) 206-1930
Email: tony@thearcofil.org
Web: http://www.thearcofil.org/

Aspire Children's Services
Kathy Ruffulo, Director
1815 Wolf Road
Hillside, IL 60162
(708) 236-0979; (708) 236-5161 (fax)
Email: kruffulo@aspireofillinois.org
Web: http://aspireofillinois.org
Therapy and support services to children from birth to age 8 who have developmental delays and disabilities, and their families.Parent education and suppport included as well as parent-child groups for moms and dads.

Autism Community Connection
Naperville, IL
Email: autismcc@yahoo.com
Yahoo Group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/autismcc
Web: http://www.autismcommunityconnection.com
ACC coordinates outings for ASD children in the Naperville area. We are a parent/professional support and advocacy group with extensive resources on our website.

Autism Society of America Central Illinois Chapter
P.O. Box 8781
Springfield, IL 62791-8781
(877) 311-7703 (phone & fax number)
Email: info@asacic.org
Web: http://www.asacic.org
We have support group meetings the 1st and 3rd Wed. of each month at The Autism Project, 928 S. Spring St in Springfield from 7:15pm - 8:15pm.

Autism Society of Illinois
2200 S. Main St.
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 691-1270
Email: AUTISMILL@aol.com
Web: www.autismillinois.org

A.S.K. - Answers for Special Kids
1111 Forest Avenue
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 733-1739; (847) 733-0739
Email: answersforspecialkids@comcast.net
Web: http://www.answersforspecialkids.org
A networking alliance to support and educate families of children with special needs or learning differences in Evanston, IL and neighboring communities, whether they attend public school, private school, or home school.

Jeanne D. Beckman, Ph.D.
Developmental and Licensed Clinical Psychologist
P.O. Box 544
Winnetka, IL 60093
(847) 446-1251
Email: techpsych@techpsychologist.com
Web: http://www.techpsychologist.com
Author of family-friendly technology book for LD, ADD, CP, autism, gifted, and other disabilities. LD, ADD testing, tech & inclusion evaluations, consultations and training.

Behavioral Consultant and Speech-Lang Pathologist
Kathryn Kunkel
3290 Julie Lane
Montgomery, IL 60538
(773) 677-4925
Email: akkunkel@hotmail.com
SLP and board certified behavior analyst. Available to provide/develop home based ABA/VB programs that promote communication development for children on the autsim spectrum.

Belle Center of Chicago
Beth Valukas, Executive Director
1754 West Wilson Ave.
Chicago, IL 60640
(773) 878-7868; (773) 878-7869 (fax)
Email: beth@bellecenter-chicago.org
Web: www.bellecenter-chicago.org
The Center provides educational and therapeutic services (Speech, OT, PT) to support the inclusion of children with disabilities in programs with their typically developing peers.

Blazing Prairie Stars
contact person: Christina Foster
47W635 Beith
Maple Park, IL 60151
Email: BlazingPS@msn.com
Horse-assisted therapy: hippotherapy (PT, OT, speech); therapeutic riding; experiential learning groups for children.

Larry Bowman
Children's Therapy & Rehab Specialists
1225 S. Rand Road
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 550-8049; (847) 550-6054 (fax)
Email: LarryB@childtherapyrehab.com
Web: www.childtherapyrehab.com

Brain Injury Association of Illinois
1127 South Mannheim Road, Suite 213
Westchester, IL 60154
(708) 344-4646; (800) 699-6443 (in IL only)
Email: info@biail.org
Web: http://www.biail.org/

BraveHearts Therapeutic Riding & Educational Ctr.
Marge Tautkus
7319 Maxon Road
Harvard, IL 60033
(708) 485-5629; (815) 943-7483
Email: mtautkus@wmconnect.com
Web: http://www.braveheartsriding.org
Provide therapeutic horseback riding lessons and recreational therapy to adults and children with physical, mental and emotional disabilities.

Bridges for Autism Foundation
Marcia Brown
PO Box 102
Deerfield, IL 60015
(847) 444-0019; (847) 219-3302; (847) 444-0038 (fax)
Email: mbiordib@aol.com
Web: http://www.bridgesforautismfoundation.org
We are non-profit organizaton committed to providing education and financial resources to families with children on the autism spectrum.

Burkhardt Services and Neurohealth Associates
Reid Schwartz, Ph.D.
34 Country Club Drive
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 917-0755; (708) 747-7667; (708) 747-8599 (fax)
Email: reidmschwartz@gmail.com
Web: http://nhahealth.com
1. Neuropsychological testing/independent evaluations 2. Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Spectrum Assessments 3. School intervention IEP, 504, and RTI consultation 4. Counseling and parent support

Jill Burstein Educational Consulting
30 W. St. Andrews
Deerfield, IL 60015
(847) 940-8090; Fax: (847) 940-5507
Email: Collegefinderjb@aol.com
Web: www.college-finder.org
Specializing in post secondary placements for students with learning disabilities and/or AD/HD

Mary Denise Cahill, Esq.
Attorney at Law
1155 S. Washington Street Suite 106
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 778-6500; (630) 778-0722 (fax)
Email: mdcahill@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.cahillassociateslaw.com
Mary Denise Cahill is an attorney who focuses her practice on assisting parents of children with disabilities, including providing educational advocacy, guardianship and estate planning.

CAL Reading Clinic (Center to Advance Literacy)
Eastgate Shopping Center (Next to the DMV)
837 South Westmore Avenue, Suite B26-B
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 880-0750
Email: Charmaine@CALreadingclinic.com
Web: http://www.CALreadingclinic.com
One-on-one reading instruction for individuals of all ages and abilities. By appointment only. Training in Phono-Graphix for teachers and other interested individuals.

The Camelot Schools
Palatine Residential Treatment Center
1502 N. Northwest Highway
Palatine, IL 60067
(866) 847-5600; (847) 359-5600; (847) 359-9575  (fax)
Treating the adolescent with emotional, behavioral and mental illness with special emphasis on the child with developmental disabilities.

Palatine Campus -- Therapeutic Day School
1502 N. Northwest Highway
Palatine, IL 60067
(866) 847-5600; (847) 359-5600; (847) 359-2759  (fax)
Educating and Treating Special Education adolescent.

Naperville Campus --Therapeutic Day School
1415 Bond Street, Suite 147
Naperville, IL 60563
(866) 355-0277; (630) 355-0200; (630) 357-7903 (fax)
Educating and Treating Special Education child and adolescent.

DeKalb Campus
509 Oak Street
DeKalb, IL 60115
(866) 787-4144; (815) 787-4144; (815) 787-4145 (fax)
Educating and treating the autistic child.

Capstone Clinical Research
1117 S Milwaukee Ave. B7
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 549-7214; (847) 549-7371 (fax)
Email: mgreenbaum@capstoneclinical.com
Web: http://www.capstoneclinical.com
Psychiatric clinical trials for childhood mental health disorders (ie-ADHD, Depression, Bipolar). Full evaluation and study treatment at no cost to patient. Board certified Child and Adolescent psychiatrist.

Cawn / Krantz & Assoc., Ltd.
Sherri Cawn M.A. CCC-SLP/L
650 Academy Drive
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 480-8890
Email: sherrislp@cawn-krantz.com
Web: http://cawn-krantz.com
Providing a wide variety of consultation, evaluation, and treatment services to help children and families affected by developmental challenges in Illinois. We offer Occupational Therapists, Speech-Language Pathologists and Clinical Developmental Psychologists.

Celebrate Differences
Rebecca Christiansen
2440 US HWY 30 Ste 152
Oswego, IL 60543
(630) 885-3006
Email: info@celebratedifferences.org
Web: http://www.celebratedifferences.org
Supports individuals with disabities by providing resources and information to families,communities and health care providers. Provides scholarships to disabled individuals, their siblings and peers.

Center for Enriched Living
Donna Garfield, Director of Program Services
280 Saunders Road
Deerfield, IL 60015
(847) 948-7001; (847) 948-7621 (fax)
Email: donna@centerforenrichedliving.org
The Center for Enriched Living provides skill development and education for greater independence, community integration, recreation and social programs for people with developmental disabilities.

Center for Independent Futures (CIF)
625 Madison Street
Evanston, IL 60202
(847) 328-2044
new approaches for establishing partnerships & planning for the future

Center for Speech and Language Disorders
195 W. Spangler Suite B
Elmhurst, IL 60126
(630) 530-8551
Email: info@csld.org
Web: www.csld.org

Lillian Chen-Byerley, MS, OTR,/L, RCTC
171 Lagoon Drive
Northfield, IL 60093-3509
(847) 446-9484
Email: fourchen@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.senseablekids.com
Highly specialized, experienced pediatric occupational therapist utilizing an eclectic approach incorporating multiple neurodevelopmental theories (certified in sensory integration, NDT, Tomatis, IM, EI) which support current neurosciences and neuroplasticity.

Chicago Education Project
1375 Remington Rd. Ste A-D
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(847) 884-7030
Email: ChicagoEducationProject@Comcast.net
Web: http://www.ChicagoEducationProject.org
Chicago Education Project provides ABA/VB and RDI services to children and families with Autism, PDD, behavioral disorders and special learning disabilities.

Child & Family Connections #14
Jamie Capitelli
320 E. Armstrong
Peoria, IL 61603
(888) 482-4300; (309) 672-6360; (309) 671-5586 (fax)
Email: jgibbs@peoriacounty.org
Web: http://www.peoriacounty.org
Serving children ages birth - 3 in Peoria, Tazewell, Woodford, Henry & Stark Counties. Assisting families with screening, resources, and finding services for children with delays or disabilities.

Child and Family Connections #18
Jeannette Waters
3130 Chatham Road, Suite B
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 793-3990 ext 210; (217) 793-3990; (217) 793-3991 (fax)
Email: JeanetW@co.sangamon.il.us
Early Intervention for children birth to 3 years old with any developmental delays. Free developmental screenings. To refer a child call: 1-888-217-3505.

The Child and Family Law Center of the North Shore
Micki Moran
1950 Sheridan Road Suite 106
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 926-0101; (847) 926-8500 (fax)
Email: mickim@lawforchild.com
Web: http://www.lawforchild.com
We are a law firm providing legal assistance to families and children with disabilities in a variety of areas, including but not limited to special education advocacy. We represent families and kids exclusively.

Childhood Stroke & Hemiplegia Connections of Illinois
Mary Kay Ballasiotes
P.O. Box 356
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
(630) 854-4058
Email: mkbee@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.cshconnections.org
Family support and information group for children with hemiplegic cerebral palsy, hemiparesis, hemiplegia, diplegia and/or pediatric stroke. Meetings are usually held in Downers Grove.

Chicago Children's Clinic, LLC
Robert E. Daniels, Ph.D.
1333 N. Kingsbury St., Ste. 100
Chicago, IL 60622
(312) 587-1742; (312) 224-1661
Email: rdaniels@chicagochildrensclinic.com
Web: http://www.chicagochildrensclinic.com
Assessment of Children and Adolescents with Autism, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, or, Disruptive Behavior Disorders, Consultation for IEP Development, Individual and Family Psychotherapy

Children's Health and Education Project
Chicago Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law
100 N. LaSalle Street, Suite 600
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 630-9744 (ext. 227); (312) 630-1127 (fax)
Email: azimmerman@clccrul.org
Web: www.clccrul.org
We brought the litigation in Illinois that established the right to Early Intervention (birth to 3) services for Illinois infants and toddlers. We provide information to parents about their EI rights and can also provide individual representation in EI matters. Our services are free of charge.

Children's Law Group
Deborah Pergament
47 West Polk, Suite M-2
Chicago, IL 60605
(312) 663-4426; (312) 566-0956 (fax)
Email: dpergament@childrenslawgroup.com
Web: http://www.childrenslawgroup.com
We are a practice concentrating in legal issues related to children. We serve the metropolitan Chicago area (city and suburbs in Cook, Lake, DuPage, Will, and McHenry Counties).

Children's Therapy & Rehab Specialists
Email: lbowman@childtherapyrehab.com
Web: http://www.childtherapyrehab.com
Children's Therapy & Rehab Specialists is the single source for pediatric therapy needs. Speech, Occupational & Physical Therapy, also a Member of American Academy of Pediatrics.
Office Locations & Contacts:
2531 Technology Dr.
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 836-6260; (847) 962-4986; (847) 836-6269 (fax)
and
2592 Grand Ave.
Lindinhurst, IL 60046
(847) 265-1460; (847) 962-4986; (847) 265-1650 (fax)
and
424 N. Rand Rd.
N. Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 756-2680; (847) 962-4986; (847) 756-2682 (fax)

Circles Behavior Consultation Services
Kim Williamson, MAED/SPE, BCBA
P.O. Box 992
Bloomington, IL 61722-0992
(309) 660-1378; (630) 303-9704 (fax)
Email: kim@circlesbcs.com
Web: http://www.circlesbcs.com
Applied Behavior Analysis services for children and adults with behavioral, developmental, and learning disorders.

CHOICES for Parents
Providing immediate access to support, information, and resources to families of children with newly diagnosed hearing loss.
Karen Aguilar - Director
P.O. Box 806045
Chicago, IL 60680-4121
(312) 523-6400
Email: choicesforparents@yahoo.com
Web: www.choicesforparents.org

Lara A. Cleary, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Whitted Cleary & Takiff
3000 Dundee Road Suite 303
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 564-8662; (847) 564-8419 (fax)
Email: lcleary@wct-law.com
Web: http://www.wct-law.com
Special education law firm.

Client Assistance Program
Illinois Client Assistance Program
100 N. First Street, 1st Floor West
Springfield, IL 62702-5197
(217) 782-5374 (V/TTY)

Club Z! In-Home Tutoring Services
Randy Berman
863 Interlaken Drive
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
(847) 726-8500; (847) 307-7961 (fax)
Email: tutor@clubzil.com
Web: http://local.clubztutoring.com/127
Club Z! offers LD instruction and support programs right in the student's home. We find special students achieve greater benefits when tutoring is performed in-home.

College Living Experience
7337 N. Lincoln Avenue
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
(800) 486-5058
Email: sroth@esa-education.com
Web: http://www.cleinc.net
College Living Experience is a post-secondary academic program that provides intensive assistance with academic, independent living and social skills to college students with special needs as they transition to become independent responsible adults.

Cognitive Solutions Learning Center, Inc.
Ari Goldstein, Ph.D.
2413 N Clybourn Ave
Chicago, Il. 60614
(773) 755-1775
Email: ari@cognitivesolutionslc.com
Web: www.cognitivesolutionslc.com
We are a full service learning center providing one on one therapy and tutoring, learning disability evaluation, and parental advocacy.

Matthew D. Cohen, Esq.
Attorney at Law
225 West Washington Street, Suite 2300
Chicago, IL 60606 USA
(312) 419-0252
Email: mdcspedlaw@earthlink.net
Web: www.monahan-cohen.com

Communication Clubhouse, Inc.
2901 Finley Road, Suite 102
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 495-6800
Email: clubhouseslp@aol.com
Web: http://www.communicationclubhouse.com
Speech Therapy, Occupational Therapy, evaluations, counseling/behavioral therapy. Extensive experience in all areas of child development. Special expertise in Autism, deaf, apraxia and much more.

Community Alternatives Unlimited (CAU)
8765 W. Higgins Rd., Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60631
(773) 867-4000
helps families access state-funded programs

Community Therapy Services
40W310 LaFox Road, Suite B1
St. Charles, IL 60175
(630) 444-0077; (630) 444-0078 (fax)
Email: info@commtx.com
Web: http://www.commtx.com
Pediatric therapy clinic providing: music, occupational, physical and speech therapy services.

Connections Day School
Catherine Carey
31410 Hwy. 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 680-8349
Email: ccarey@connectionsdayschool.net
Private special ed. school 1st-12th grade for students with emotional and behavioral issues; students are generally referred by their home school district and that district pays tuition due to disability.

Counseling Connection
Betty Lindquist
31480 Hwy 45
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847)680-2715; (847) 680-3832 (fax)
Email: blindquist@counselingconnections.net
Web: http://www.counselingconnections.net
Private group practice of child psychiatrists, psychologists,social workers specializing in treating children, adol. and their families. Specialty areas include child psychiatry, neuropsychological testing, ADD clinic and aspergers clinic, etc.

Alexandra Conroy, Financial Advisor for Special Needs
Waddell & Reed, Inc.
1 Oak Hill Center, Suite 102
Westmont, IL 60559
(630) 789-0044 ex. 120
Email: aconroy@wradvisors.com
Web: http://www.aconroy.wradvisors.com
Alexandra Conroy helps families with children with special needs build the resources necessary to support their children in living happy and safe lives.

Consultants for Disability Rights, Inc.
Bobbie Reguly
106 East Jackson Street
Petersburg, IL 62675
(217) 632-3742; (217) 632-2612
Email: breguly@aol.com
We provide advocacy services to parents of children with disabilities at a very reasonable hourly fee; also offer an early conflict evaluation service which has as its goal the early resolution of disputes...

The Cove School
Dr. Robin Johnstone
350 Lee Rd.
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 562-2100
Email: rjohnstone@coveschool.org
Web: http://www.coveschool.org
The Cove School offers highly individualized instruction to students K-12 with Learning Disabilities. Students are both private pay and tuitioned out by their public schools.

Dr. Frank Cushing
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Certified School Psychologist
Glenwood Testing Center
2823 Glenwood Avenue
Rockford, IL 61101
(815) 968-5342
Email: frank@doctorcushing.com
Web: http://www.doctorcushing.com
Provides Independent Educational Evaluations of Children age 2-21 with Autism, Learning Disabilities, MR, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, or Disruptive Behavior Disorders, Consultation for IEP Development and testimony...etc.

Deliberate Success
2604 Arden Drive
Champaign, IL 61821

(217) 403-0837; (773) 230-2676
Email: Sherry@DeliberateSuccess.com
Web: www.deliberatesuccess.com
Deliberate Success is devoted to providing Educational Consulting for individuals and groups. Deliberate Success programs are based on individualized strategies and approaches that re-ignite the passion within and allow you to orchestrate your own Success...On Purpose and By Design. Sherry Hudson has over 30 years of experience in special education.

Designs for Change
29 E. Madison, Suite 950
Chicago, IL 60602-4809
(312) 236-7252; (312) 236-7944 (TTY); (800) 851-8728
Email: dfcl@aol.com
Web: www.designsforchange.org/

Developmental Links for Children, LLC
Sharon Basten
1566 W. Algonquin Road #144
Hoffman Estates, IL 60192
(847) 833-2106
Email: sharon@DevelopmentalLinks.com
Web: http://www.DevelopmentalLinks.com
Consultation; Allows for collaboration with schools, childcare and other community programs. Development of school programs & IEP development. Assessments and RDI services.

Doorways To Possibities, Inc.
Marci Lebowitz, OTR/L
Educational Occupational Therapist and Advocate
611 Pheasant Trail
St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 624-0143
Email: jewelmarci@aol.com
A private practice with over 20 years of experience teaching parents how to navigate the IEP process. Services include direct advocacy coaching and teleclass programs.

Dore Achievement Center
Kim Dollenmaier
1340 Remington Road Suite U
Schaumburg, IL 60173
(224) 265-4382; (847) 207-1334
Email: kim.dollenmaier@doreusa.com
Web: http://www.doreusa.com
The Dore Program is a clinically proven, medication-free, solution for AD/HD, dyslexia, Asperger’s and other learning differences. Dore, developing skills for life.

Dyslexia Institutes of America
Andrew Wright
500 E Diehl Road, Suite 120
Naperville, IL 60563
(630) 505-4917; (630) 505-4918 (fax)
Email: PaulaB@dyslexia-naperville.org
Web: http://www.dyslexiainstitutes.com
Provide diagnostic assessment and therapy for adult and child clients suffering from dyslexia.

Dyspraxia USA
2502 N. Clark St, Suite 223
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 248-3476; (630) 335-3227
Email: dyspraxianfp@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.dyspraxiausa.org
The first organization in the United States to provide support,awareness and understanding for Dyspraxia.

Eagle's Nest
Trudy Capoccioni
Willow Creek Community Church
67 E. Algonquin Road
South Barrington, IL 60010
(847) 855-9571
Email: RCapoccion@aol.com
Web: http://willowcreek.org/couples/eaglesnes
Support group for parents of special needs children meeting twice/month for support & spiritual growth. Children's program provided during meeting. Siblings welcome. Saturday afternoon.

Early Childhood Autism Academy -JCFS
Judy Katz
255 Revere Drive, Suite 200
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 412-4380; (847) 412-4350; (847) 412-4360 (fax)
Email: judykatz@jcfs.org
Web: http://www.jcfs.org
We provide 3-6 year olds the latest innovative therapeutic methods, evdienced-based educational practices and individualized attention five hours a day year-round.

Easter Seal DuPage
830 S. Addison
Villa Park, IL 60181
(630) 620-4433; (630) 620-1148 (fax); (630) 620-4436 (TTY)
Email: klopresti@eastersealsdupage.org

EdPsych Solutions
Shari Meserve
2225 Lakeside Drive
Bannockburn, IL 60015
(847) 582-1182 Ext. 3; (847) 800-8781; (847) 582-1687 (fax)
Email: shari@edpsychsolutions.net
Web: http://www.edpsychsolutions.net
We offer comprehensive Psycho-Educational Assessments, Consultation and Advocacy Services. We specialize in Learning Disabilities, Behavioral Issues, Tourette Syndrome and the Associated Disorders.

Educational Consultation & Evaluation Services
Deana Khoshaba, Psy.D.
1675 W. Dempster St.
Yacktman Pavilion
Dept. of Developmental Pediatrics, Third Floor
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 318-9067; (847) 723-9519
Email: deana.khoshaba@advocatehealth.com
Independent Educational Evaluations, Multidisciplinary Assessments, Educational Consultation, In-Home Behavioral Coaching, and Psychotherapy, serving children ages 3-21.

Educational Services
John A. Hosterman, Ph.D.
1229-B Green Bay Rd.
Wilmette, IL 60091
(847) 256-1290
Email: jahphd@rcn.com
Web: http://users.rcn.com/jahphd
Our services include psychoeducational testing for learning disabilities and ADHD, and educational remediation and tutoring. All ages, K-adult.

Educational Tutoring and Consulting
Carol Dimas
608 S. Washington #309
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 624-3784; (630) 428-2854; (630) 428-2854 (fax)
Email: etc_cd@sbcglobal.net
I am an educational consultant and certified Illinois teacher in regular and special education, K-12. I work as an advocate assisting families in the special education process.

Educational Tutoring and Consulting
Ken Blouin
608 S. Washington, Suite 309
Naperville, IL 60540
(708) 337 5240; (630) 624 3784; (630) 428 2854 (fax)
Email: kb_etc@sbcglobal.net
ETC provides tutoring, advocacy, and consulting services including assistance with IEPs and 504s, communication with school, and family support throughout the special education process.

Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Chicago
20 E. Jackson Boulevard, Suite 1300
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 939-8622; (800) 273-6027; (312) 939-1117 (TTY)
Email: info@epilepsychicago.org

Epilepsy Resource Center
Linda LoBue, Program Manager
1315 W. Lawrence Avenue
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 726-1839; (800) 800-6401; (217) 726-9957 (fax)
Email: llobue@spfldsparc.org

Essential Elements
Amy Arnoff
1108 N. Mill St. Suite 6
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 725-1049
Email: aarnoff@comcast.net
Relationship Development Intervention Program Consultant, remediate the core deficits of autism and kids with social deficits

The Estate Planning Law Group
Gloria Albus
600 W. Roosevelt Road
Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 871-8778
Email: kirsten@teplg.com
Web: http://www.teplg.com
We assist parents in setting up estate plans that protect their children with special needs--including special needs trusts to preserve governmental benefits and prevent neglect.

Everyone is Welcome
Mark W. Doyle, Founder
3 South 2nd Street
St Charles, IL 60174
(630) 584-0970
Email: info@eiwelcome.com
Web: http://www.eiwelcome.com
Child advocacy and expert witness services since 1996. Alos provides individualized tutoring and ABA services.

Family Benefit Solutions, Inc.
Sherri Schneider
1020 Milwaukee Avenue #101
Deerfield, IL 60015
(847) 279-8506; (847) 279-8507 (fax)
Web: www.familybenefitsolutions.com
We help families investigate, obtain, and maintain all available benefit assistance programs including: Medicaid, KidCare, SSI and SSDI.

Family Ideas Network for Down Syndrome
P O Box 1441
Crystal Lake, IL 60039-1441
(815) 444-8672
Email: chad@findsdownsyndrome.com
Web: http://findsdownsyndrome.com
A parent directed, non-profit organization offering support, education and encouragement for parents of a person with Down syndrome.

Family Resource Center on Disabilities (FRCD)
20 East Jackson Blvd., Room 900
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 939-3513; (312) 939-3519 (TDD/TTY); (312) 939-7297 (fax)
Email: fredptiil@ameritech.net

Family Support Network of Illinois
5739 W. Martindale Lane
Peoria, IL 61615-9669
(309) 693-8981
Email: ccronin@flink.com
Web: www.familysupportnetwork.org/

Tessa Forte, M.A.
1236 Chicago Ave. #301
Evanston, IL 60202
(630) 781-5992
Email: tessaforte@gmail.com
Experienced Learning Specialist available for one-on-one sessions to develop skills and strategies based on individual learning needs. Available to draft IEP's and liason with schools on how to better serve the student.

Charles P. Fox, Esq.
Attorney at Law
20 N. Clark Street #1725
Chicago, IL 60602
(312) 606-0221; (312) 372-6067 (fax); (312) 933-4588
Email: cfoxatty@earthlink.net
Web: http://specialedlaw.blogs.com/
Charles Fox is an attorney who concentrates his practice in the area of special education law on behalf of families at IEP meetings and due process hearings.

Fox Valley M.U.M.S. (Moms United for Moral Support)
Debbie Nardone or Candice Hadley
Email: gr8kidss@att.net or candicehadley@earthlink.net
Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/foxvalleymums/
MUMS is a Parent-to-Parent organization for parents or care providers of a child with any disability, disorder, chromosomal abnormality or health condition.

Galena Parent Advocates
c/o Lynn Gallagher
320 Elk Street
Galena IL 61036
(815) 777-2796
Email: galenaadvocate@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.geocities.com/galenaadvocate/GPA.html

Gemini Neurohealth Associates
Reid Schwartz, Ph.D.
34 Country Club Drive
Olympia Fields, IL 60461
(708) 917-0755; (708) 747-7667; (708) 747-8599 (fax)
Email: reidmschwartz@gmail.com
Web: http://nhahealth.com
1. Neuropsychological testing/independent evaluations 2. Psychoeducational testing 3. School consulation for IEP, 504, RTI services 4. Counseling for children and parents

GiGi's Playhouse Too
10052 S Bode Rd, Unit D
Plainfield, IL 60585
(847) 778-7529
Email: info@gigisplayhousetoo.com
Web: http://www.gigisplayhousetoo.com
GiGi’s Playhouse Too is a Down Syndrome Awareness Center that offers activities and resources to individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community.

Steven Glink, Esq.
Attorney at Law
3338 Commercial Avenue
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 480-7749; (847) 480-9501 (fax)
Email: steve@educationrights.com
Web: http://www.educationrights.com
Attorney representing students in all facets of school law, including but not limited to special education. Protects the rights of parents & children in juvenile court

Lisa Landis Hannum, MJ, MAT - Educational Advocate
345 New Mills Court
Schaumburg, IL 60193-1711
(847) 985-6437
Email: AdvocateIDEA@aol.com
Lisa will assist parents in reviewing test results, advocating in schools. and creating effective IEPs to match a child's strengths and deficit areas.

Jennifer L. Hansen, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Whitted Cleary & Takiff
3000 Dundee Road Suite 303
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 564-8662; (847) 564-8419 (fax)
Email: jhansen@wct-law.com
Web: http://www.wct-law.com
Special education law firm.

David Alan Harley, Esq.
Attorney at Law
The Hancock Center
875 N Michigan Avenue, Suite 3100
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 416-0882; (312) 794-8601 (fax)
and
Post Office Box 347
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
(847) 858-5186; (847) 235-1680 (fax)
Email: dharley@hlsls.com
Web: http://hlsls.com
Harley Law provides counsel in the following areas of the law: Education, Special Education & Student Issues; Labor & Employment; Litigation; Mental Health; Disabilities; Civil Rights; & Admin. & Gov't Agency.

Helping Hand School for Children with Autism
Becky Couper
9649 W. 55th Street
Countryside, IL 60525
(708) 352-3580
Email: becky.couper@hhrehab.org
Web: http://www.hhrehab.org
The Helping Hand School for Children with Autism is a therapeutic day school that serves children with a diagnosis on the Autism Spectrum.

IL-TASH
406 W. Wood
Bloomington, IL 61701
(630) 584-0970
Web: http://www.illinois.tash.org/
information & advocacy

Illinois Assistive Technology Project
1 W. Old State Capitol Plaza, Suite 100
Springfield, IL 62701
(217) 522-7985; (217) 522-9966 (V/TDD, In-State); (217) 522-8067 (fax)
Email: iatp@iltech.org
Web: http://www.iltech.org/

Illinois Autism Training and Technical Assistance Project
1590 S Fairfield Ave.
Lombard, IL 60148
(630) 889-739; (630) 620-9473 (fax)
This project, funded by I.D.E.I.A. funds, provides training, technical assistance, consultation and support for schools and families with children with autism spectrum disorders.

Illinois Branch of the International Dyslexia Association
Kathi Wagner
751 Roosevelt Road, Suite 116
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
(630) 469-6900; (630) 469-6810 (fax)
Email: info@readibida.org
Web: http://www.readibida.org
Dedicated to the study and remediation of dyslexia and to the support and encouragement of individuals with dyslexia and their families.

Illinois Early Childhood Intervention Clearinghouse
830 South Spring Street
Springfield, IL 62704
(800) 852-4302 (In Illinois); (217) 522-4655; (217) 522-4670 (fax)
Email: clearinghouse@eosinc.com
Web: www.eiclearinghouse.org
Statewide learning library. Library and information services regarding health, educational, disability and developmental concerns of infants and young children and their families. Free quarterly newsletter, Early Intervention for Illinois parents. Interactive web site. For more information contact Project Director, Chet Brandt

Illinois Families for Hands & Voices
P. O. Box 9366
Naperville, IL 60567
(630) 378-1346 (TTY); (888) 482-4281
Email: Support@ilhandsandvoices.org

Web: http://www.ilhandsandvoices.org
Parent-driven, non-profit organization dedicated to supporting families that have children who are deaf/hard of hearing without bias towards communication modes and methodologies.

Illinois Federation of Families
1616 West Main St., Suite 101
Marion, IL 62959
(800) 871-8400
Web: www.iffcmh.net
Dian Ledbetter, Director
We provide assistance, advocacy, and support to families with children diagnosed with emotional and behavioral disorders. We're statewide with parent advocates positioned across the state.

Illinois Life Span
Mike Kaminsky
18207-A Dixie Highway
Homewood, IL 60430
(800) 588-7002; (708) 206-0810 (fax)
Email: Mike@illinoislifespan.org
Web: www.illinoislifespan.org
The Illinois Life Span Project is a free information and referral service for people with developmental disabilities. Assistance provided via our website and toll-free hotline.

Illinois Parents of Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Laurie Jerue
3104 Treesdale Court
Naperville, IL 60564
(630) 922-3232
Email: IPADDUnite-owner@yahoogroups.com
Yahoo group focused on the needs of parents with adult or teenaged children with developmental disabilities in Illinois. Resources, monthly guest experts, and networking.

Illinois Parents of Bi-Polar Children
John Moses
7622 Creek Trail
San Antonio, Texas 78254
(469) 417-0017
Email: jwmoses@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Illinois_Parents_of_BiPolar_Children/
Online Parents Bi-Polar Support Group

Illinois Policies & Procedures
Web: http://www.isbe.net/spec-ed/default.htm

Illinois Speech-Language-Hearing Association
230 E. Ohio Street, Suite 400
Chicago, IL 60611-3265
(312) 644-0828, ext. 2210
Email: ckeillor@bostrom.com
Web: http://www.ishail.org/

Illinois Spina Bifida Association
3080 Ogden Avenue, Suite 103
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 637-1050; (773) 581-2426; (800) 969-4722
Email: ILSBA1@aol.com
Web: http://www.illinoisspinabifidaassociation.com/

Illinois/Iowa Center for Independent Living
Direct Services Team Member
3708 11TH Street
P.O. Box 6156
Rock Island, IL 61204
(309) 793-0090; (309) 283-0097
Email: iicil@iicil.com
Web: www.iicil.com
We are a non-profit organization geared toward making a independence a priority for persons of all ages with disabilities. We provide advocacy and outreach to help people achieve independence.

Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living
Marla Michalak, Youth Advocate
18 Gunia Drive
LaSalle, IL 61301
(815) 224-3126 Ext. 23; (800) 822-3246; (815) 224-3576 (fax)
Email: ya@ivcil.com
Web: http://www.ivcil.com
Youth Services. A non-profit organization providing support groups, information, referral & linkage, educational advocacy and trainings for children and their families from Age 0-21. Serving LaSalle, Bureau, Marshall, Putnam and Stark Counties.

IllinoisSpecialEd.com
Arpy Sahakian
4843 Howard Street
Skokie, Illinois 60077
(847) 676-9792
Email: arpy@deck9.com
Web: IllinoisSpecialEd.com
Information site for Illinois Special Ed parents. We also provide free websites for Illinois parents groups and organizations. Have a question... Email us and we'll answer back.

Individualized Resources and Consulting, LLC.
2416 Bradley Place
Evanston, IL 60202
(224) 622-8334
Email: individualizedllc@comcast.net

Web: http://individualizedresourcesandconsulting.com
Information, guidence and advising parents, families and community structures with educational information and services on special education, navigating the educational system and general educational needs.

Institute for Family Development
Dr. Zavodny, Director
15010 S. Ravinia Ave., Suite 19
Orland Park, IL 60462
(708) 403-3200
Email: InstituteFamilyDevelopment@juno.com
Web: http://www.InstituteForDevelpment.com
Assessment of Children, Teens & Adults with Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, Behavior Disorders. Individual and Family Psychotherapy and Educational Advocacy services.

Integrated Pediatrics Inc
Nisha Sanghvi
2193 Sunrise Circle
Aurora, IL 60503
(630) 566-8658; (630) 566-8658
Email: info@integratedpediatricsinc.com
Web: http://integratedpediatricsinc.com
Integrated Pediatrics Inc. offers pediatric occupational therapy services to children with various needs. We work with the child, family and all service providers. Please contact us for more information.

International Renewal Institute, Inc.
Kathleen Bellanca
310 Keystone Ct.
Glencoe, IL 60022
(877) 474-4900; (847) 790-6411; (847) 835-4209 (fax)
Email: kjb@iriinc.us
Web: http://www.iriinc.us
Enabling meaningful cognitive connections inside and outside the classroom. Feuerstein's Dynamic Assessment of Structural Cognitive Modifiablity and Feuersteins Instrumental Enrichment Programs for all learners.

Jewish Vocational Service (JVS)
Nanette Karoll
300 Revere Drive, Suite 205
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 412-4300; (847) 412-4314 (fax)
Email: leslieglazer@jvschicago.org
Web: http://www.jvschicago.org/disability/
A non-profit, nonsectarian agency that provides job placement, career counseling, quality employment and training services to Chicago area residents ages 16 and up.

Richard Jezioro Social Work Services
34930 N. Highway 45
Lake Villa, IL 60046
(224) 730-1497
Email: RichardJezioroLCSW@Jezioro.net
I am a certified school social worker who works with students with educational and behavioral "difficulties." My services include counseling, educational consulting, behavioral training/management.

Mary Keenan, M.S.O.T.R./ L. C.R.C
Urbana, IL 61801
(217) 328 3211
Email: mcky2004@sbcglobal.net
Occupational Therapist with 20 years experience with ability / disability issues and treatment, post masters degree coursework in disability law. Focus from school issues to developmental concerns.

Thomas E. Kennedy, III, L.C.
Attorneys at Law
Deborah S. Greider, Esq.
2745 E. Broadway, Suite 101
Alton, IL 62002
(618) 474-5326; (618) 474-5331 (fax)
Email: dgreider@ezl.com
Representation of families for over 25 years; special education, 504, and general education; representation at IEP's, due process hearings, and court.

Kiddy Comfort Zone Day Care Center for special needs children
Kimberly Collins
6441 W. North Ave.
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 386-8367
Email: kcollins3@email.uophx.edu
G-tube, Foley Cath., Trach, Oxygen dependent and other special needs or care.

Michael L. Kiser, Ed.D., J.D.
Attorney at Law

4713 Seeley Avenue
Downers Grove, IL 60515
(630) 725-0064; (630) 963-0565 (fax)
Email: mike@mikekiserlaw.com
Web: http://www.mikekiserlaw.com
Attorney representing Illinois special education and other P-12 and college students. Master's in special education and Doctorate in education in addition to law degree.

Lake County Center for Independent Living
Pam Labellarte, Parent Advocate
377 N. Seymour Ave.
Mundelein, IL. 60060
(847) 949-4440; (847) 949-4445 (fax)
Email: parentadvo@lccil.org
Web: www.lccil.org
We are a non-profit organization focused on making independence a priority for persons of all ages with disabilities. We provide advocacy and outreach to help people achieve independence. We provide free services to children with disabilities and parents with IEP's, skills training, independent living skills and serve Lake County, portions of northern Cook and eastern McHenry counties

Tammera L. Lawson
Parent/Child Advocate
48 Pembrooke Rd.
Montgomery, Illinois 60538
(630) 966-0927
Email: tammera2526@aol.com
Professional advocate serving Kendall, Kane, DeKalb, Will and DuPage counties.

The Learning Curve of Wisconsin, Inc.
Connecting Resources in Education for Students with Special Needs
Wendy E. Handrich
1463 St. Andrews Drive
Oconomowoc, WI 53066
(262) 567-9044
Email: learningcurvewi@charter.net
Wendy Handrich, the president of The Learning Curve of Wisconsin, Inc. has eleven years of experience in public school administration and fifteen years of special education teaching. She provides practical, research-based programming suggestions to school teams that address student needs while capitalizing on the strengths of a child.

Learning Disabilities Association of Illinois
10101 S. Roberts Road, Suite 205
Palos Hills, IL 60465
(708) 430-7532
Email: LDAofIL@ameritech.net
Web: http://www.ldanatl.org/

Learning is Fun
928 Forest Dr.
Elgin, IL 60123
(847) 915-5072 or 5071
Email: prncsindn@aol.com
Cetified teacher and parent with 30 years of special ed/elementary ed experience will do tutoring for special needs children, ages 3-21 years of age. Specialize in low-incidence populations, MI, Autism, and LD. Will also take at-risk students.

Learning Techniques, Ltd.
Dawn Hillstrom
1600 Ravinia Pl.
Orland Park, IL 60467
(708) 460-3933
Email: dawnhillstrom@sbcglobal.net
Educational Therapy, specializing in dyslexia and other learning disorders. Sessions are one to one. We also do ACT preparation, study skills, and advanced reading and writing skills.

Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Lisa Lombard, Ph.D.
332 N. Scoville Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302
(708) 655-0063
Email: drlisalombard@earthlink.net
Psychological services to children and families experiencing learning disabilities and emotional concerns. Evaluation of cognitive functioning, giftedness/twice exceptional. Therapy/consultation for emotional concerns, school readiness, anxiety.

Lifeline Family Resource Center
525 N. Main St.
Elburn, Il. 60119
(888) 365-1584; (630) 365-1715 (fax)
Email: Bberndtprs@aol.com
A place to call when you are overwhelmed or just don't know who to call first. Our staff provides linkage to resources, provides wraparound facilitation training to parents, provides training to build parent/professional partnerships.

Lincolnshire Area CHADD Chapter
Wanda Wiebke-Chirnside
6 Harvest Glen Court
Hawthorn Woods, IL 60047
(847) 438-6220
Email: wlwiebke@hotmail.com
Web: www.chadd.org
CHADD is a support organization for children and adults with AD/HD.

Lindamood-Bell
Darcie Molina
405 Lake Cook Rd. Suite 207
Deerfield, IL 60015
(847) 412-1841; (847) 412-1842 (fax)
Email: lblpdeerfield@lblp.com
Web: http://www.lindamoodbell.com
An international leader in educational research and remediation, we pioneered programs and intensive one-to-one instruction to develop the underlying processes for reading, spelling, and comprehension.

Local Interagency Council #16
Jamie Capitelli
320 E. Armstrong
Peoria, IL 61603
(888) 482-4300; (309) 672-6360; (309) 671-5586 (fax)
Email: jgibbs@peoriacounty.org
Web: http://www.peoriacounty.org
Organization in which families, local service providers and community members meet to support a family centered system of services for children with special needs in Peoria, Tazewell, & Woodford Counties.

Local Interagency Council #45
Nicole Painter
320 E. Armstrong
Peoria, IL 61603
(888) 482-4300; (309) 672-6360; (309) 671-5586 (fax)
Email: npainter@peoriacounty.org
Web: http://www.peoriacounty.org
Organization in which families, local service providers & interested community members meet to support a family centered system of services for children with special needs in Henry & Stark Counties.

Gina C. Lopina, Tutor
316 E. 16th Street
Lockport, IL 60441
(815) 306-7645; (815) 693-4923
Email: GLopina@yahoo.com
Tutor; specialization in dyslexia; trained in Wilson Language/Orton Gillingham methods. M.A. in special education and reading endorsement.

Lotriet Family Chiropractic
Dr. Luke Lotriet
13717 South US Rt. 30, Suite 123
Plainfield, IL 60544
(815) 327-3540; (815) 828-0965 (fax)
Email: drlukelotriet@hotmail.com
Web: http://www.DrLukeL.com
We have experience working with adults and children with disabilities.

Lutheran General Children's Hospital
Marjorie A. Getz, Ph.D.
1675 W. Dempster Street
Dept. of Developmental Pediatrics
Yacktman Pavilion, Third Floor
Park Ridge, IL 60068
(847) 318-9067
Email: marjorie.getz@advocatehealth.com
Independent Educational Evaluations, Educational Consultation & Evaluation Services; Reading Disabilities Specialist; Differential Diagnosis of Specific Learning Disabilities, etc.

Making Connections
Barb Duffy, Parent Advocate
Chicago, IL
Email: Advocate226@aol.com
A former special education teacher, currently a parent advocate for four years. Working in Chicago and suburban areas to ensure appropriate services of children with initial placements, 504s, or IEPs. Expertise in Learning Disabilities and ADHD.

Mary Lyon School
Sophia Rodriguez
2941 N. Mcvicker
Chicago, IL 60634
(773) 534-3120; (773) 534-3120
Email: sophia.rodriguez@att.net

Sara E. Mauk, Esq.
Mauk & O'Connor, LLP
1427 W. Howard St.
Chicago, IL 60626-1426
(773) 262-2377
Email: semauk@earthlink.net
Firm represents low-moderate income parents in special education disputes with local school districts throughout northern Illinois.

McCabe Speech and Language Services
Stephanie Newell McCabe
1740 Ridge Avenue
LL11B
Evanston, IL 60201
(847) 869-2615; (847) 668-2067; (847) 869-4881 (fax)
Email: stephaniemccabe@mcspeechservices.com
Provide speech-language services, specializing in Myofunctional Disorders (tongue thrust, etc), articulation issues, spoken and written language disorders.

Mental Health Association in Illinois
188 W. Randolph Street, Suite 2225
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 368-9070
Email: jholcomb@mhai.org
Web: http://www.mhai.org/


Merrill Lynch Special Needs Network
Stephen M. Parlier, CFM
33 W. Monroe Suite 2200
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 269-5157
Email: Stephen_M_Parlier@ml.com
Website: http://fa.ml.com/Stephen_M_Parlier
Steve is a Certified Financial Manager specifically trained to handle the complex needs of children and families with disabilities.

Gary L. Michaels, Advocate
308 E Main
Peotone, IL 60468
(309) 531-2053
Email: glmike123@yahoo.com
I attend IEPs, resolution meetings, mediation, will file a Due Process request. I'm a parent, I have 12 yrs experince.

Miss Gina's Little Music Makers
2104 Oak Leaf Lane
Lake Villa, IL 60046
(630) 247-3335
Email: ginaryan79@hotmail.com
Inclusive music and movement playgroup for children 1-4. Two thirty minutes classes (1-2) or 45 minute classes (4-5). Parents accompany child.

Mindful Living Coach
Lyn Purpura
2109 Hemlock Dr.
McHenry, IL 60050
(815) 385-2552
Email: lyn@mindfullivingcoach.com
Web: http://www.mindfullivingaddcoach.com
Coaching services for parents of children with ADHD to help improve the harmony within the entire family.

Mothers From Hell 2
Kimberly Morrell
PO Box 62
Peru, IL 61354
(815) 224-4568
Email: flykimmie@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://www.mothersfromhell2.org
MFH2 is an internet based support and advocacy organization. Check out our website & join our listserv for tons of humor, advice and support.

Mothers on a Mission, Inc.
Catherine Bedard, PLA
3434 Lombard Ave.
Berwyn, IL 60402
(708) 484-3474
Email: cbedard@mothersonamission.org
Web: http://www.mothersonamission.org
Providing families with support, education and resources as they navigate their way through the special education system. We will accompany parents/guardians to their child's IEP meeting.

NAMI Illinois
218 W. Lawrence
Springfield, IL 62704
(217) 522-1403; (800) 346-4572 (In IL only)
Email: hollymac@sbcglobal.net
Web: http://il.nami.org/

National Adult Literacy & Learning Disabilities Center (NALLD)
Web: http://www.nifl.gov/nifl/ld/states/il.html

National Association for Down Syndrome (NADS)
P. O. Box 4542
Oak Brook, IL 60522
(630) 325-9112
Web: http://www.nads.org
advocacy, support & information for families & professionals

National Attention Deficit Disorder Association (ADDA)
1788 Second Street, Suite 200
Highland Park, IL 60035
(847) 432-2332
Email: mail@add.org
Web: http://www.add.org/

The National Center on Physical Activity and Disability
James Rimmer, PhD
1640 West Roosevelt Road, Suite 711
Chicago, IL 60608-6904
(800) 900-8086; (312) 355-4058 (fax)
Email: ncpad@uic.edu
Web: www.ncpad.org
A national clearinghouse for information on physical activity for persons with disAbilities. Search our databases to access information on national accessible programs and other resources.

National Lekotek Center
Diana Nielander
2001 North Clybourn Avenue
Chicago, IL 60614
(773) 528-5766; (800) 366-PLAY; (773) 276-8644 (fax)
Email: lekotek@lekotek.org
Web: http://www.lekotek.org
A nationally recognized non-profit organization with a national network of affiliates dedicated to promoting the inclusion and development for children with special needs through play experiences and the learning that results.

National Parent Information Network Illinois (NPIN)
Web: http://npinil.crc.uiuc.edu/

Navigation Education Services
Mary Cray Farnsworth
PO Box 671
Normal, IL 61761
(309) 838-9745; (815) 671-4043 (fax)
Email: mary@navitgationed.com
Web: http://navigationed.com
Helping parents and professionals navigate the Special Education system and IEP process. Services and supports rendered by a parent-teacher-advocate.

New Connections Academy
Tom Dempsey, principal
865 East Wilmette Road
Palatine, IL 60074
(847) 359-8690
Email: tdempsey@southcampus.net
Private therapeutic day school for children with high functioning autism, first grade through high school. Funding comes through students home school district for special ed. services.

NOFAS Affiliate of Illinois
Ajeet Charate
Trinity Services, Inc.
18100 Oak Avenue
Lockport, IL 60441
(815) 774-0327; (815) 723-4894; (815) 774-0443 (fax)
Email: acharate@trinity-services.org
Web: http://www.nofasillinois.com
The Illinois affiliate, collaborates with individuals, organizations, and agencies to promote awareness, education, prevention, assessment, diagnosis, and intervention for individuals and families affected by FASD.

Norb Hansen Photography
230 Annapolis Drive
Vernon Hills IL 60061
(847) 845-2440
Email: nhansen@norbhansenphotography.com
Web: www.norbhansenphotography.com
We specialize in photographing kids with special needs. Our service is in-home and on-location and we work around your time and needs.

Northern Suburban Special Recreation Association (NSSRA)
Dawn Schaefer
3105 MacArthur Blvd.
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 509-9400 (TDD); (847) 509-1177 (fax)
Email: info@nssra.org
Web: www.nssra.org
As a partnership of twelve park districts and municipalities, NSSRA provides recreation programs for adults and children with disabilities in the northern suburbs of Chicago.

Northwestern University Learning Clinic
Frank Van Santen
2240 Campus Drive
Evanston, IL 60208-3560
(847) 491-3184; (847) 467-1198; (847) 467-7141 (fax)
Email: f-vansanten@northwestern.edu
Web: http://www.communication.northwestern.edu/csd
The Learning Clinic offers a continuum of services for individuals who are experiencing learning difficulties. These include psychoeducational diagnostic evaluation, individual remediation, and subsequent advocacy.

Laura O'Connor, Special Education Advocate
Whitted Cleary & Takiff
3000 Dundee Road Suite 303
Northbrook, IL 60062
(847) 564-8662; (847) 564-8419 (fax)
Email: loconnor@wct-law.com
Web: http://www.wct-law.com

Michael A. O'Connor, Esq.
Attorney at Law
Mauk & O'Connor, LLP
1427 W. Howard St.
Chicago, IL 60626-1426
(773) 262-2199
Email: mikeoc@earthlink.net

Web: http://www.maukoconnor.com
Firm represents low-moderate income parents in special education disputes with local school districts throughout northern Illinois.

Office of State Coordinator of Vocational Education for Students with Disabilities
Illinois State Board of Education
100 N. First Street, C-418
Springfield, IL 62777-0001
(217) 782-3370
Email: sfull@isbe.net
Web: http://www.isbe.state.il.us/

Deborah W. Owens, Esq.
Attorney at Law
120 E. Ogden, St. 8
Hinsdale, Il. 60521
(630) 789-5856; (630) 789-9503  (fax)
Email: DOLaw120E@AOL.com
Ms. Owens has work as an attorney for parents of disabled children since 1986 in school related as well as guardianship issues . She is a former therapist/school social worker. She also represents children involved with the Juvenile Court, as well disputes over child custody, visitation and support.

PARA's Peach Tree Speech & Developmental Center
350 Houbolt Road Suite 101
Joliet, IL 60431
(815) 725-9992; (815) 725-9993
Email: office@paraspeachtree.com
Web: http://paraspeachtree.com
We specialize in providing speech-language, feeding, developmental, motor and sensory intervention to meet individual needs. Experienced therapists with expertise in helping children with varied needs are available.

Paraclete Services
4615 Tile Line Rd.
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
(815) 455-7010 (phone/fax)
Email: paracleteserv@sbcglobal.net
George Ackron, Executive Director, Advocate in Disability Law
I have been providing results oriented advocacy services in IL for 25 years. Specializing in Special Ed. and SS Disability Representation.

Parent & Educator Partnership
Merle Siefken
25 S. Washington Street, Suite 106
Naperville, IL 60540
(877) 317-2733; (630) 428-3979; (630) 428-4055 (fax)
Email: msiefken@sased.org
Web: http://www.pepartnership.org
Parent & Educator Partnership is a Parent Mentor Project initiated by the Illinois State Board of Education which supports children with disabilities and their families in the educational system.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Illinois Congress of Parents and Teachers
901 S. Spring Street
Springfield, IL 62704-2790
(217) 528-9617; (800) 877-9617
Email: il_office@pta.org

Parent-2-Parent for Special Students
Email: SpecEdParents@aol.com
(847) 803-3114 Cheryl Mix (For the NW Suburban Cook County Area)
A support/advocacy group for parents and friends of students with disabilities. Currently we have 3 chapters, one in IL and two in WI. There are NO membership fees to belong.

Parent-To-Parent
Family Resource Center on Disabilities
20 E. Jackson Boulevard, Suite 300
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 939-3513; (800) 952-4199 (in IL)
Email: frcdptiil@ameritech.net
Web: www.frcd.org

Parent Training and Information Center (PTI)
Family Resource Center on Disabilities
20 E. Jackson Boulevard, Room 300
Chicago, IL 60604
(312) 939-3513; (312) 939-3519 (TTY); (800) 952-4199 (In IL)
Email: frcdptiil@ameritech.net
Web: http://www.frcd.org/

Parents as Partners
Gary Michaels
308 E. Main
Peotone, IL 60468
(708) 258-6613; (309) 531-2053; (708) 258-6613 (fax)
Email: glmike123@yahoo.com
Provide advocacy services for families that have children in special education. Attending IEP's ect. including filing of Due Process

Pathways Awarness Foundation
150 N. Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60601
(800) 955-2445; (800) 326-8154 (TTY)
Email: friends@pathwaysawareness.org
Web: http://www.pathwaysawareness.org/
Pathways is a national, non-profit organization dedicated to raising awareness about early detection, early invention and inclusion. We provide resources to parents and healthcare professionals.

Pediatric Alternatives in Creative Therapy
Monica Cioffi
755 South Milwaukee Avenue Ste 284
Libertyville, IL 60048
(847) 573-4390; (847) 549-6942 (fax)
Email: mcioffi@condell.org
Web: http://condell.org
We are an outpatient pediatric program for ages birth through 18 years. Our services include physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech pathology and massage therapy.

Pediatric Neuropsychology
Nichole Dawson, PhD
40 S. Clay, Suite 204W
Hinsdale, IL 60521
(630) 789-0423 ext. 2
Email: sndaws@comcast.net
Comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations for children with neurocognitive and learning impairments, development of individualized intervention plans, support for parents in school advocacy

Pediatric Occupational Therapy
Judy L. Katz OTR/L
109 PIne Street
Deerfield, IL 60015
(847) 945-5119
Email: JLKOTR@aol.com
This practice specializes in working with children with sensory processing, and developmental issues, from 18 months of age through adolescence. Interactive Metronome is also offered.

The Pediatric Place - Oak Park
Summer Perkins, MS, CCC-SLP
1011 West Lake Street, Suite 216
Oak Park, IL 60301
(708) 386-8971; (708) 386-9018 (fax)
Email: summer.perkins@physio.strykercorp.com
We are a pediatric rehabilitation center, located in downtown Oak Park. We provide physical, occupational, and speech/language therapy in a family-centered environment.

The Pediatric Place - St. Charles
Angela Kisner, MPT
3815 East Main Street, Ste B
St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 584-7530; (630) 584-7762 (fax)
Email: angela.kisner@stryker.com
We provide pediatric physical, occupational and speech therapy. Conventiently located by Charlestowne Mall. In-network with most insurance plans.

Sharon Pelletier, MEd, LCSW
6601 W. North Avenue
Oak Park, IL 60302
and
5301 Dempster, Suite 310
Skokie, IL 60077
(708) 574-9475
Email: spelletierLCSW@comcast.net
Provide assistance to children with disabilities and their families. Services include individual, family, group therapy; advocacy, consultation, etc. Over 30 years experience working in schools.

People First of Illinois
P.O. Box 4294
Bloomington, IL 61702-4292
(815) 623-7590
Web: http://www.peoplefirstofillinois.org
promotes self-advocacy for people with disabilities

Pershing Early Learning Center
Aissa Norris
2912 N. University Street
Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 876-8923; (217) 876-8327; (217) 876-8322 (fax)
Email: anorris@dps61.org
Web: http://www.dps61.org
We are a servicing agent for Macon-Piatt Special Education and Decatur, District #61 Prek and Prevention Initiative for children ages birth to 5 years.

Pfeiffer Treatment Center
Thom Schindel
4575 Weaver Parkway
Warrenville, IL 60555
(630) 505-0300 ext. 216; (630) 836-0667 (fax)
Email: Thom.Schindel@hriptc.org
Web: http://www.hriptc.org
A nonprofit medical facility that specializes in education, research and the nutritional treatment of biochemical imbalances. These imbalances often manifest with symptoms related to mood, thought, learning, and behavior disorders.

Precision Education
Catherine Whitcher
3714 Pandola Avenue
Joliet, IL 60431
(800) 432-0170
Email: info@precisioneducation.com
Web: http://www.precisioneducation.com
Precision Education provides practical solutions for special education issues. By providing awareness, education and action we empower parents, schools and service providers to enhance a child's education.

Professionals in Learning Disabilities (PLD)
Web: http://www.pldonline.org/

Programs for Children with Disabilities: Ages 3 through 5
Division of Early Childhood Education
100 N. First Street, E-230
Springfield, IL 62777-0001
(217) 524-4835
Email: hhenders@isbe.net
Web: http://www.isbe.state.il.us/

Programs for Children with Special Health Care Needs
Division of Specialized Care for Children
University of Illinois at Chicago
P.O. Box 19481
2815 W. Washington, Suite 300
Springfield, IL 62794-9481
(217) 793-2340
Email: cnonufer@uic.edu
Web: www.uic.edu/hsc/dscc/

Programs for Children and Youth who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Division of Services for Persons who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Office of Rehabilitation Services
100 W. Randolph Street, Suite 8-100
Chicago, IL 60601
(312) 814-2939; (312) 814-3040 (TTY)
Email: dhsdbh06@dhs.state.il.us

Programs for Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities: Ages Birth through 2
Bureau of Early Intervention
Department of Human Services
P.O. Box 19429
Springfield, IL 62794-9429
(217) 782-1981; (800) 323-4769 (in IL only)
Email: DHSVR50@dhs.state.il.us

Project CHOICES
(CHOICES) - Children Have Opportunities in Inclusive Environments and Schools
6S 331 Cornwall Road
Naperville, IL 60540
(630) 778-4508
Web: www.projectchoices.org
promotes educational inclusion

Propionic Acidemia Foundation
1963 McCraren Road
Highland Park, IL 60035
(877) 720-2192
Email: paf@pafoundation.com
Web: http://www.pafoundation.com
The Propionic Acidemia Foundation is dedicated to finding improved treatments and a cure for Propionic Acidemia by funding research and by providing information and support to families and medical professionals.

Protected Tomorrows
Mary Anne Ehlert
LifeCare Center
103 Schelter Rd.
Lincolnshire, IL 60069
(847) 522-8086 ext. 210; (847) 522-8081 (fax)
Email: mehlert@protectedtomorrows.com
Web: http://www.protectedtomorrows.com
Advocates for special needs individuals and families involving healthcare, special education, job coaches, residential, ssi/medicare/medicaid, trusts/guardianship.

Protection and Advocacy Agency
Equip for Equality, Inc.
11 E. Adams, Suite 1200
Chicago, IL 60603
(312) 341-0022; (800) 537-2632; (800) 610-2779 (TTY)
Email: contactus@equipforequality.org
Web: http://www.equipforequality.org/

The R.A.C.E. School
290 N. Rand Rd., Suite D
Lake Zurich