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Military and Veteran Resources

This is a list of resources for active military and veterans for support, financial assistance, and health benefits.

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Cancer Resources

The listing of cancer resources consists of information on resources related to diagnosis, treatment, and next stages.

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Online Resource

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Meal Assistance Services in Illinois

Meal service agencies help people get meals when they are not able to cook themselves, such as in recovery, elderly, or people with a disability.

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Chagall Tapestry at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

One of the greatest artistic treasures for all the people with a disability. Learn the story of the Marc Chagall Tapestry located in the Shirley Ryan Abilitylab, 10th floor.

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Info Sheet

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Adjusting to an Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital

Rehabilitation services are delivered by a multidisciplinary treatment team. This means that you will have contact with a number of rehabilitation professionals during your stay.
All medical care is coordinated by an attending physiatrist (doctor specializing in rehabilitation medicine).

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Info Sheet

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Service Animals - Understanding the laws

Many people, including health care professionals and other service providers, may be unsure of statutory requirements when interacting with an individual with a disability using a service animal. This source gives guidelines for proper requirements.

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vintage photo of firls eating porrage circa 1940

Preventing Abuse and Neglect of Children with Disabilities

Parenting or providing care for a child with a disability can be challenging to the caregiver, the child, family members and friends. Children and adolescents with disabilities are at greater risk for abuse or neglect than those without disabilities. Preventing child abuse and neglect is a critical issue across the US. Information and listing of resources provided below.