August 1, 2024
Disability Pride Month, And What Makes Our Clients Proud!
Did you know that July is Disability Pride Month? At Helping Hand, we are dedicated to creating a world in which all are equally valued—and equally proud of who they
July 26, 2024
Embracing Abilities: Helping Hand’s Summer of Community Connections and Celebration
Helping Hand is having fun in the sun this summer as we connect with our community! This summer, you’ll find us at local farmers markets, bridging connections, and spreading awareness
June 24, 2024
Introducing HH’s Mascot!
You’ve probably seen how much genuine joy a mascot can bring. You may have memories of cheering for your mascot in team huddles while playing sports as a child. Even
May 29, 2024
Transforming Lives through Community Connections
When you look good, you feel good, and our students are feeling amazing! This month, local entrepreneur and barber, Anthony Lekkas, collaborated with the HH School to provide a transformative
April 30, 2024
How Community Connections Spread our Mission
At Helping Hand, community connections are a valuable resource for us to share our mission and transform lives. Volunteers from the Chicagoland area that have collaborated with us have had
March 28, 2024
Transformative Employment: Establishing Independence and Community Connections
At Helping Hand, one of the many ways that we inspire transformation is through community connections. Through these connections, we display how people with intellectual and developmental disabilities are equally
February 20, 2024
Genuine Education and Nutrition: Transforming Eating Habits
This month, the Helping Hand school curriculum demonstrated mindful eating habits and practices to our students. The curriculum and lesson plan involved providing HH classrooms education regarding healthy habits and