Free Amplified Telephone Program: WGCIL is a Selection Center for the Illinois Communication Access Corporation ( www.itactty.org ) providing free amplified telephones to eligible residents.
Assistive Technology Mini-Grant: Through funds from private funders, our Center offers some assistance to families of children with disabilities who need assistive technology devices. Note: funds are limited and assistance depends upon their availability.
Illinois Assistive Technology Program: www.iltech.org Provides information on programs and services, equipment information and loans, visual and audio communication devices, support, and networking.
"Dear Center for Independent Living Staff:
I wanted to thank you so much for the computer. I use the computer every day for my schoolwork. My handwriting is not very legible, as I have low muscle tone. This computer helps me to finish all of my homework and I'm getting better grades. I can never thank you nenough for what you did to help me!"
Jenny
Note: Jenny was a recipient of a 2010 Assistive Technology Grant from the WGCIL, made possible by the Joliet Junior Woman's Club