Who do I call first for disability services in Kankakee County, Illinois?

Start with early intervention (children under 3), your school district's special education office (ages 3–21), and Illinois vocational rehabilitation for employment. This guide points to the right front door for Kankakee County.

Is help available in Spanish in Kankakee County?

Yes. This Kankakee County guide includes Spanish-language support, and most Illinois agencies provide interpretation on request.

What should I do in a disability-related crisis in Kankakee County?

For an immediate emergency call 911. For mental health crisis support call or text 988 (the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline), available 24/7. This page also lists local crisis resources where available.

Disability Services in Kankakee County, Illinois

A free, plain-language guide to disability services in Kankakee County, Illinois. Find who to call first for early intervention, special education, Medicaid waivers, transition planning, employment supports, and crisis help, with Spanish-language support. Always call to confirm details, which can change.

Services covered in Kankakee County

Early intervention (under 3) and special education / IEPs (ages 3–21)
Medicaid waivers and home- and community-based services
Vocational rehabilitation and supported employment
Transition planning, guardianship, and benefits
Crisis support: 911 for emergencies, 988 for mental health crisis

Local organizations in Kankakee County

Disability-related organizations on file with an address in Kankakee County. Details change, so always call to confirm before you visit.

Options Center for Independent Living ((815) 936-0100, Bourbonnais)
Bradley Center (Bradley). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
JumpStart - Bradley (Bradley). Easterseals affiliate — disability services (varies by location: early intervention, employment, day programs, respite).
The Arc of Illinois. State chapter of The Arc — advocacy, family support, and connections to local chapters for people with intellectual and
AMITA Health — Behavioral Health Unit (815-937-2490, Kankakee)
Edward Hines Junior VA Hospital — Kankakee Clinic (815-932-3823, Bourbonnais)
Nexus — Indian Oaks Family Healing (815-802-3700 x8001, Manteno)
Community Health Partnership Of Illinois (815-932-6045, Kankakee)
Kankakee Community Health Center (877-692-8686, Kankakee)
Mobile Medical and Dental Van 02 (815-932-6045, Kankakee)
KASEC Alternative Day Program (Saint Anne)
KASEC Communications Program (Bourbonnais)
KASEC Transition Program (Saint Anne)
Safe Harbor School (MANTENO)
"There'S No Place Like Home" Microboard, Inc. (815-954-5621, SAINT ANNE). Group home / residential (I/DD)
Accuquest Hearing Center, Llc (815-936-1440, BOURBONNAIS). Hearing & speech services
Addus Healthcare Inc (815-932-7370, KANKAKEE). In-home support
Aunt Martha'S Youth Service Center Inc (815-937-0100, KANKAKEE). Behavioral health agency
Presence Home Care-Kankakee (815-937-2475, KANKAKEE)
Basham, Inc. (815-468-0200, MANTENO). Medical & accessible transport
Breakthrough Healthcare, Inc. (815-523-7795, KANKAKEE). Medical & accessible transport
Enhaus Care Inc (855-364-2878, KANKAKEE). Medical & accessible transport
Gentle Reliable Rides (651-336-7213, KANKAKEE). Medical & accessible transport
Harbor Street Apartments ((773) 572-5328, Kankakee)

Statewide programs serving Kankakee County

These serve every county in Illinois, including Kankakee County.

Institute on Disability and Human Development. University center on disabilities (UCEDD)
Equip for Equality (800-537-2632). Protection & Advocacy: free disability rights legal help
Illinois Council on Developmental Disabilities ((312) 814-2080). State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Illinois Assistive Technology Program ((217) 522-7985). State assistive technology program: device loans, demos & reuse
Family Matters Parent Training and Information Center (217-717-8016). Parent center: free special-education help for families
Family Resource Center on Disabilities (312-939-3513). Parent center: free special-education help for families

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