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economic security in our state.

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Disability Employment Policy

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News & Features

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From 2019 IL IPS Conference:
New Developments in IPS & Nationally 

Learn how families can best support a relative's employment goals

Video series on IPS supported employment in Illinois @DisabilityWorks

​Illinois ABLE helps people with disabilities save for disability-related expenses

Learn how to set a SMART career goal

Employment Credential for Certified Recovery Support Specialists (CRSS-E)

Study the first to show long-term effects of supported employment in the decade after services. Click here to request a copy.

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