We do what neighbors have always done for one another:
We help you through your most difficult times.
Lighthouse for the Blind 1850 W. Roosevelt Road Chicago 60608 (312) 666-1331 Fax: (312) 243-8539
www.thechicagolighthouse.org
Oak/Leyden Developmental Services 411 Chicago Ave. Oak Park 60302 (708) 524-1050 Fax: (708) 524-2469 E-mail: ratkinson@
oakleyden.org www.oak-leyden.org
Executive Director
Robert Atkinson Provides opportunities and programs for children and adults with develop- mental disabilities.
Opportunity (Knocks) 8020 Madison Street River Forest 60302
Executive Director Michael Carmody (708) 771-6159, x220 E-mail: mike@
opportunityknocksnow.org
The idea of losing a loved one is something most would rather not think about. And yet, more and more people are finding value in planning with us. One reason is all the exclusive benefits we can offer through the Dignity Memorial® network, such as our One-Of-A-Kind Memorials,
thoughtful
tributes that recognize the importance and value of those who have passed on. But what people tell us they most appreciate is the way planning freed them to celebrate the life of one whom they will always remember.With respect and with dignity.
www.opportunityknocksnow.org A non-profit organization dedicated to providing opportunities and resources for individuals with developmental dis- abilities. Please call, email or visit our website to learn more.
Progress Center for Independent Living 7521 Madison Street Forest Park 60130 (708) 209-1500 TTY: (708) 209-1826 Fax: (708) 209-1735 E-mail:
info@progresscil.org www.progresscil.org
Executive Director
Horacio Esparzo Helps disabled persons live indepen- dently.
Woodlawn Funeral Home
7750West Cermak Road, Forest Park IL 60130 • 708-442-8500
Proudly owned and operated byWoodlawn Cemetery of Chicago, Inc.
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| BEREAVEMENT TRAVEL PROGRAM | | SERVICE GUARANTEE |
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Website Access News Association (708) 383-6258 (24 Hours) P.O. Box 3221 Oak Park 60303 E-mail:
info@wsana.org www.wsana.org
Executive Director
Joel Sheffel A non-profit organization enriching peoples lives by providing accurate information on disability issues.
West Suburban Special Recreation Association 2915 Maple St., Franklin Park (847) 455-2100
www.wssra.net
Contact: Marianne Birko Year-round recreational programs for individuals of all ages with disabilities. A cooperative of the Park District of Oak Park and nine other neighboring communities. For program information call or visit our Website.
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ABLE Career Institute Division of National Network, Inc. 180 N. Wabash Chicago, 60601 (312) 580-0389 Fax: (312) 580-0348
Email:
able@nationalable.org
www.nationalable.org Offers a number of employment and career support services and classes to help students find employment or rec- ognize barriers that may be preventing them from gaining employment.
Adoption Link 1113 South Blvd. Oak Park 60302 (708) 524-1433 Hours: Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
Director of Domestic Adop-
tions: Noreen Davidson Developing international adoptions in Haiti, Ethiopia and Honduras. Also programs for HIV and orphans left be- hind.
Animal Care League 1011 Garfield Oak Park 60304 (708) 848-8155 E-mail:
contact@animalcareleague.org
www.animalcareleague.org This small animal shelter finds homes for stray and abandoned animals.
SCC—The Lifelong Learning Center 414 S. Oak Park Ave. Oak Park 60302 (708) 848-5251
(formerly known as Senior Citizens’ Center Oak Park River Forest) Pro- vides artistic, cultural, creative crafts, educational and volunteer opportuni- ties. Social programs: men’s club, duplicate bridge, mixed chorus, travel programs, potlucks, discussion groups, investment club and lectures.
2011-2012 Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce Community Guide
www.oprfchamber.org
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS
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