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
- Affordable, multiple and varied opportunites to earn continuing education credits.
- Networking with other professionals toward "best practices" in the profession and opportunities for membership in professional and special interest divisions.
- Access to resources on a local, regional and national level with current rehabilitation information. Regular e-mail notifications, announcements and local newsletter.
- Leadership development and skill building including committees, conferences, leadership roles in local, state and national levels, and mentor programs.
- Participation in community servie activities that build good will toward the rehabilitation professions as a whole.
- A Governmental Affairs Program that provides current and accurate advocacy and legislative updates relating to rehabilitation.
- The Journal of Rehabilitation, an internationally acclaimed scholarly journal providing cutting edge rehabilitation research.
- The Contemporary Rehab-The National Rehabilitation Associations bi-monthly newsletter, filled with timely rehabilitation information and important division and general membership news.
- Professional liability and health insurance.
- The perception by public and private employers, non-profit organizatios, insurers and the general public of IRA membership as a mark of excellence.
Click here to become a member.
