HELPING HAND'S BLOG
Resources, connections, and stories.
Stay connected with us through this go-to resource dedicated to providing valuable information, insights into the world of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, and stories of transformation. This blog is designed to be a resource hub for individuals, families, educators, and anyone interested in gaining a deeper understanding of our mission.
Together We Shine: Helping Hand at the La Grange Pet Parade
What an unforgettable day! Helping Hand showed up full force at this year’s La Grange Pet Parade at the beginning of this month- with over
Celebrating Voices, Transforming Lives: The Impact of Speech Therapy
May is National Speech-Language-Hearing Month and allows us to put a special spotlight on our Speech Pathologists that continue to improve functional communication with our
Workers with Disabilities – The Untapped Workforce
Since the State of Illinois passed the Employment First Act in 2013, they have made progress to help people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) find and
Celebrating 70 Years of Transformation with Helping Hand
WGN featured our Adult Day Program on their Around Town segment as we celebrated our 70th Anniversary. This special segment with Ana Belaval features various
Transitioning to Adulthood through Genuine Care
So, what’s next? We have all asked ourselves this question, especially right after high school. Did you picture yourself in college? A trade? Working full-time?
Our Bilingual Counseling Service Is Bridging the Language Gap through Genuine Care
As an organization that transforms the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, we know that we need to expand our support. We are
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