Building Bridges Staff Help With

Entry into Developmental Disabilities System

  • Linkage to Pre-Admission Screening Agencies (PAS)
  • Placement on State Waiting List (Prioritization of Urgency for Need of Services or PUNS List)

Financial/Medical Benefits

  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
  • Medicaid

Legal Resources

  • Guardianship
  • Special Needs Trusts
  • Power of Attorney
  • Wills

Program Funding

  • Home and Community-Based Waiver Programs
  • Residential Programs
  • Day Programs
  • Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Program Funding

Training/Coaching

  • Parent Education and Support
  • Options for Community Services
  • Self Advocacy