Access Living

115 West Chicago Avenue

Chicago, IL  60610

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Established in 1980, Access Living is a non-residential Center for Independent Living for people with all types of disabilities. We provide services that promote the independence and the inclusion of people with disabilities in every aspect of community life. We follow the independent living philosophy that calls for community-based, consumer-controlled service and advocacy programs that emphasize a cross-disability and self-help approach.  All of our services are provided at no charge to our Consumers.

News and Events

August 26, 2008

Good news for mainline riders with disabilities--Governor Blagojevich signs into law SB 1920

 

August 22, 2008

The 2008 Access Living Get Out the Vote Schedule

 

August 22, 2008

Bridges to Independence: Conference for people with disabilities and their families scheduled for September 27

 

August 4, 2008

 Access Living awarded Gold LEED Certification

 

 June 16, 2008

Access Living honors Ambassador Luis Gallegos and Anne Roosevelt with "Lead On" Awards

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

                                                                           

 

                       

                               

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In July 2008, Access Living earned Gold LEED Certification for our building at 115 West Chicago Avenue. 

LEED stands for Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design and is a national rating done

by the U.S. Green Building Council.  

                            

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