
Judges Laurie Edwards, Mark Schneider and
Susan Pettit of the Champaign
DRS Office choose the winners of the 2008
IRA Conference Art Contest.
The Illinois Rehabilitation Association is a voluntary division of the National Rehabilitation Association. Professionals in the rehabilitation field, as well as other fields, people with disabilities, students and other interested citizens make up IRA's membership.
IRA is dedicated to promoting programs that help people with disabilities, while educating the public on the importance of such programs. IRA also provides professional development and support for individuals with disabilities.
Anyone from any field or background who shares and understands these interests is welcome to become a member. Click here to become a member.
2008 National Rehabilitation Association Issue Statements (pdf)
Upcoming Events
2010 ANNUAL ILLINOIS REHABILITATION ASSN. CONFERENCE SPONSORED BY NORTHERN CHAPTER.
"THE HILLS ARE ALIVE WITH REHABILITATION" APRIL 19-20, 2010 AT EAGLE RIDGE RESORT AND SPA IN GALENA, ILLINOIS.
8:30 to 5 pm. 4/19/10 and 8:30 am to 2 p.m. on Tuesday April 20, 2010. Seminars topics include: Ethics, Employer Panel, Social Security Ticket to Work/Work Incentives, Guardianship, Fetal Alcohol Syndrome, Wellness and etc. For additional information contact Kathy Kaniewski (312) 814-5761. Registration Deadline: March 30, 2010. Mail registration form to Rich Jonathas, DHS/DRS, 2740 Grand Ave., Waukegan, IL 60048 Phone (847) 244-8474
LODGING INFORMATION: Eagle Ridge Resort and Spa, 444 Eagle Ridge Dr., Galena, IL 61036 Toll Free: 800-892-2269 Direct # 815.777.5000 Fax 815-777-4502. Contact resort for reservations.
REGISTRATION: Member $195; Non Member $220; One day Fee $100; Retired Professional $100; Student $60 (Students: limited scholarships are available to students attending college in the Northern IL IRA Chapter counties. Contact Kathryn.Kaniewski@illinois.gov. Conference Fees includes Awards lunch 4/19 and a brunch on 4/20.
Top 10 Reasons to Join the Illinois Rehabilitation Association
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