Gradually Resume
The City of Chicago is currently in Phase Four: "Gradually Resume." Many City services have adjusted hours or locations and may require health screens prior to entering their physical
spaces. Please call ahead or visit any department's website to get additional details, or visit chicago.gov/covid-19.
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.
Staff members may make a telephone call, write a letter or have personal contact with an agency or individual with whom the client has had dealings to help ensure for instance that:
- the client's concerns are relayed and understood
- the client receives the service or benefit to which he or she is entitled
- the services or benefits are prompt and of high quality
- consideration is given to client for emergency assistance, e.g. reconnection of utilities