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Access Living salutes Governor Quinn for decision
to close Howe Developmental Center Access Living of Metropolitan Chicago salutes Governor Patrick Quinn for his decision to close the Howe Developmental Center in Tinley Park, Illinois. The decision to close the institution was announced today by the Office of the Governor. 		August 28, 2009
Reaching Our DreamsIndependent Living Skills training program empowers youth with skills to live independently Reaching Our Dreams is a new program that helps young people with disabilities develop skills that will enable them to become independent and more active in their future Group Meets Bi Weekly
Evelyn Glennie performs with Sao Paulo Orchestra On Monday, October 12, 1,100 people filed into the Harris Theater in Chicago for a performance of Dame Evelyn Glennie with the Sao Paulo Orchestra. October 16, 2009
Access Living’s 2009 Annual Report The 2009 Annual Report is now available online.

For a hard copy version of the report, please contact Gary Arnold at Access Living 		December 2, 2009
A message for personal assistants regarding W-2 FormsW-2 information for Personal Assistants January 15, 2010
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Lead On: The Access Living Blog

Disability Rights & Empowerment

Access Living is committed to the advancement and empowerment of people with disabilities in Chicago and nationwide. Our programs and services represent a multifaceted approach in attaining this goal.
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20th Anniversary ADA Events in Chicagoland and beyondNearly 20 years ago, President George H.W. Bush signed into law the Americans with Disabilities Act, proclaiming, “let the shameful wall of exclusion finally come tumbling down.” June 26, 2010
2012-AlexisSmith Access Living catches up with two students during the CPS Strike While the public schools are closed, what have Access Living members who attend Chicago schools been doing? This blog catches up with a few of them. September 18, 2012
2012-Helen-TomWilson Access Living celebrates the life and contributions of Helen Morley
The piece looks at the work and accomplishments of Helen Morley, a disability advocate who passed away on June 6. 		June 27, 2012
2012-Rahnee-Testify-Springfield Access Living Director testifies in Springfield in support of independence On March 21, Rahnee Patrick testified before the Senate Appropriations Committee in support of community based services and independent living for people with disabilities. March 22, 2012
Access Living heads to Springfield to protect community reintegration program On May 25, about 30 Access Living staff, volunteers and consumers are visiting the Capitol in Springfield to meet with legislators regarding the budget. May 25, 2011
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Events Calendar

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2013-BodiesofWork Creative Movement Workshop A Creative Movement Workshop May 14, 2013
2013-gala-invite-3 The Access Living “Lead On!” Award Gala Join Access Living as we honor Lifetime Champion for the Civil Rights of People with Disabilities Senator Bob Dole
and Disability Activist Susan Nussbaum with the “Lead On!” Award. 		June 3, 2013
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Press Releases

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STATEMENT REGARDING ALDEN VILLAGE NORTH Access Living applauds closure of dangerous institutionAccess Living of Metropolitan Chicago applauds Illinois for taking the initial step to close Alden Village North on Chicago’s north side. On March 3, 2011, State officials told Alden Village North that Illinois will revoke the nursing home’s license. March 4, 2011
Disability groups rally against budget that fails to support people with disabilities in the communityThursday morning, February 24, individuals and organizations representing a wide range of disabilities rallied outside the Thompson Center against Governor Quinn’s proposed state budget. The advocates called on Quinn to rescind cuts to services that empower people with disabilities to live independently in the community. February 24, 2011
Mayoral questionnaire indicates broad support for people with disabilities in ChicagoAccess Living recently released the results of a questionnaire issued to candidates running for mayor in Chicago. All of the candidates participated and each candidate indicated broad support for the disability community. February 1, 2011
CHA Lowers Age Limit for Select Senior Buildings‘Reduced Age’ Senior Buildings Welcome Applicants Age 55 or Older October 15, 2010
Disability Community Rallies to protect independence Facing budget cuts that could force people into costly institutions, disability advocates and organizations representing thousands of people with developmental, psychiatric and physical disabilities rallied outside the State of Illinois Building today. July 19, 2010
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The Bullhorn - The Newsletter of Access Living

Access Living’s bimonthly newsletter

The Bullhorn, the newsletter of Access Living, is published bimonthly.
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The Bullhorn Volume 78Volume 78 of the Bullhorn, the Newsletter of Access Living, from October 2012. January 10, 2013
The Bullhorn Volume 77The Bullhorn Volume 77 August 2012 January 10, 2013
The Bullhorn - Volume 76The Newsletter of Access Living Volume 76 of the Bullhorn, the Newsletter of Access Living, published in June of 2012. January 9, 2013
The Bullhorn Volume 75Volume 75 of the Bullhorn, the Newsletter of Access Living, published in April 2012 April 2012
The Bullhorn Volume 74Volume 74 of The Bullhorn, The Newsletter of Access Living March 2012
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