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College Resources for Students with Disabilities

This listing of college resources includes scholarships, grant sources and resource guides for a future in college and higher education.

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Illinois Deaf and Hard of Hearing Commission - IDHHC

IDHHC is an executive state agency that promotes education and awareness of the legal requirements for effective communication on behalf of people with hearing loss in Illinois. IDHHC is governed by eleven (11) Commissioners who are appointed by the Governor's office. At least six (6) of the Commissioners must be deaf, hard of hearing, or DeafBlind. The Commissioners meet on a quarterly basis at the IDHHC office in Springfield, Illinois.

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National Library Service - Talking Book Service

National Library Services (NLS) administers a free library program of braille and audio materials circulated to eligible borrowers in the United States by postage-free mail.

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National Council on Disability

The National Council on Disability is an independent federal agency that helps develop government disability policies, such as the original Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

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Exceptional Nurse

Connections for nursing students and nurses with disabilities who are also working in disability care

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UCP Seguin of Greater Chicago

The United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Chicago and Sequin Services have merged to provide services to advance the independence of children and adults with disabilities, enrich their lives, provide support to their families, and advocate for their inclusion in every facet of community life.

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U.S. Dept of Labor - Disability and Employment

The Employment and Training Administration programs and initiatives for job seekers with disabilities mission is to facilitate programmatic and physical accessibility through the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA)

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