Supporting Information

Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities

A Guide for MOPD's Language Access Policy
MOPD's Language Access Policy
ADA Sidewalk Ramp Program Progress Report
Since 2006, the Chicago Department of Transportation has installed thousands of sidewalk ramps throughout the city that comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
Accessibility Contact Information
Accessible Housing
Housing information services offered by the Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities (MOPD) are designed to promote and identify integrated, adaptable/accessible and affordable housing for people with disabilities in the Chicago metropolitan area.
Accessible Transportation Information for People with Disabilities
Information on Accessible Transportation Information for People with Disabilities
Advocacy - Disability Resources
The Disability Resources Division provides Advocacy Services, which involves helping people with disabilities under the age of 60 resolve issues with other agencies.
CTA/RTA Customer Service Center Information
Disability Rights Resources - Accessibility Compliance Unit
Below are links to the websites of accessible transportation providers and organizations that provide transportation-related information.
Emergency Preparedness Resources for People with Disabilities
Emergency Preparedness Resources for People with Disabilities
Extreme Weather Advisories
Media Advisory - City Services and Tips to Stay Safe and Warm - Wind Chill Advisory Overnight and Dangerously Cold Temps Expected Through The Weekend
Facts and Figures about People with Disabilities in Chicago and the U.S.
Statistical information about people with disabilities in Chicago and the U.S.
File a Mayor's Office for People with Disabilities FOIA Request
IDHS National Human Trafficking
The Illinois Department of Human Services introduces; Human Trafficking Protocol for Victims of slavery and human trafficking are protected under the United States and Illinois law
In-Home Assistive Devices
MOPD provides personal devices or equipment that will assist an individual to become more independent in their home. Provisions of equipment and instruction is based on the individual needs in the home environment. For more information on this program please contact MOPD at 311.
Inclusive Terminology 101
The Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities provides information to print and broadcast reporters, students, disability organizations and the general public about terminology and portrayal issues concerning people with disabilities.
Individualized Needs Assessment
Individualized Needs Assessment empowers an individual with skills, education, motivation and support services needed to accomplish a healthy, more independent lifestyle.
Information for Motorists with Disabilities
Information about driving and parking in Chicago for motorists with disabilities.
MOPD Calendar
MOPD Social Story Collections
Social Stories is a tool to help individuals with ASD (autistic spectrum disorder) better understand the nuances of interpersonal communication to interact effectively and appropriately for public events.
Personal Assistance Program
The Personal Assistance Program allows qualified individuals with disabilities who live in the city of Chicago and are under the age of 60 to receive in-home services.
Practical Assistance - Disability Resources
Practical Assistance is assistance provided to help an individual obtain a service or benefit. Assistance may include completing forms such as the circuit breaker, filing applications such as the RTA Reduced Fare application** and writing and/or explaining a letter or formal document.
Resources for the Disability Community
Resources for the Disability Community
TSA Service Animal Expectation Document
Service animals are animals that are individually trained to perform tasks for people with disabilities such as guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling wheelchairs, alerting and protecting a person who is having a seizure, or performing other tasks.

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