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A Guardian’s Rights and Responsibilities in Illinois
In Illinois, guardians for people with special needs have specific rights and responsibilities to meet. If you have become a guardian or are considering a guardianship for your adult child, take some time to learn about what a guardian must …
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What Is the Illinois PUNS List, and Why Is It Important?
Trying to get services for your child with developmental disabilities can be a struggle. You face long waiting lists, reams of paperwork, inconvenient appointment times, and more. In Illinois, you need to enroll your child on the PUNS List to …
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Just Moved to Illinois with Your Child with Special Needs? What You Need to Know
If you have just moved to Illinois and have a child with special needs, you need to take action now to ensure your child gets vital services. You also need to make sure that your child and your family are …
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My Child was Selected from the PUNS List
From the Arc of Illinois: So, You Received a Letter that Your Child was Selected from the PUNS List? If you receive a letter informing you that your child has been selected to apply for services, IMMEDIATELY contact your Independent …
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Different Definitions of “Special Needs” Under the Law
Different federal and state laws provide very different definitions of the terms “disability” or “special needs”. You may be surprised to learn that many individuals whom their families, doctors, or communities consider to have special needs are not protected by …
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What Is the Illinois Health Care Surrogate Act?
For people with special needs and their families, the Illinois Health Care Surrogate Act provides much-needed peace of mind about making medical decisions if they have not yet started the future planning process. The Health Care Surrogate Act allows family members or friends to make …
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Post-22 Programs Available in Illinois
Individuals with special needs living in Illinois qualify for a number of educational services and assistance until they turn age 22. As families of individuals with special needs know, these needs do not stop at age 22, but many may …
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What Is a Power of Attorney?
A power of attorney ensures that someone will be there to make decisions for a person when he is no longer able to make them for himself. It is a legal document specifying that a certain person or persons can …
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