A center for service, advocacy, and social changes for people with disabilities, led by people with disabilities.
About UsThe majority of Access Living Consumers have always lived on Chicago’s South and West sides, and to create the equitable city that disabled Chicagoans deserve, services must be accessible to where people live. We are proud to announce that next year, Access Living will open a new neighborhood location in Auburn Gresham in the heart of Chicago’s South Side.
Medicaid, a program that helps millions of people with disabilities pay for healthcare, home services, and other needs is under attack in Washington DC. Millions of people are at risk of losing Medicaid. Right now, lawmakers are deciding whether to cut Medicaid funding—decisions that will directly impact people with disabilities. We want to hear from you about why Medicaid matters.
Metra, Pace, CTA, paratransit—there are many public transit options for people with disabilities in Chicagoland. Explore helpful information about your options getting around Chicago and the collar countries, helpful links, and a dedicated contact/complaint hub.
When the world feels heavy—as it often can these days—it’s more important than ever to celebrate when progress is made….
Access Living mourns the passing of our dear friend and Chicagoan Mike Ervin this morning after a brief illness. Mike…
As we close out National Disability Employment Awareness Month, a top issue on the mind of many employment justice advocates…