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 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

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.

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.

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.