Illinois School of Health Careers

Established in 1971, South Chicago Parents and Friends is a nonprofit organization that serves more than 200 senior citizens with developmental disabilities. The organization serves the residents of Deering, Shore, Pullman and Roseland counties in Illinois. It offers assistance with the development of self-care, communication, gross and fine motor skills. South Chicago Parents and Friends organizes vocational, basic academic and computer training sessions. The organization provides a range of recreational activities, such as cooking, gardening, and arts and crafts. In addition, it offers home-base support services. South Chicago Parents and Friends also hosts fieldtrips and sports training events. The organization is located in Chicago.

Psych Resource Net is a division of the Medical Services Department of Trilogy that provides comprehensive behavioral health care services for individuals, companies and institutions. It offers a wide range of clinical services, such as diagnostic evaluations, individual and group psychotherapy, psychological testing, substance abuse treatment and case management services. It also offers treatment for depressive and anxiety disorders, marital and family problems, substance abuse and dependence, relational difficulties, bipolar spectrum disorders, and stress and social adjustment problems. Additionally, it provides various programs for corporate and institutional settings that include personal development, illness prevention, conflict resolution, organizational consulting, stress reduction, executive training and individual consultations. Psych Resource Net N is located in Chicago.

With a presence in Chicago, Ada S. McKinley Community Services offers vocational training and employment programs for low-income and developmentally disabled individuals. The agency provides work adjustment training, vocational evaluation, job placement and individual assessment services. It features career counseling, job readiness and case management programs. Ada S. McKinley Community Services offers recruitment, training and referral programs to prepare individuals for employment as personal assistants, who assist disabled individuals with daily activities. The agency additionally operates the Janitorial Services program that offer training in cleaning methods, chemical applications and janitorial processes. It provides employment opportunities in federal, state and commercial areas.