
Becoming a member of the Institute connects you to more than 60 Illinois-based service providers committed to improving the lives of individuals with IDD. Our focus is on offering our member organizations information, resources, and connecting to assist you in providing high quality, impactful, and innovative services to people with disabilities.
Since its inception in 1999, the Institute has operated with the belief that every individual with IDD has limitless potential. As Illinois’ only member organization focused exclusively on the needs of people with IDD, we deliver best-in-class education, resources, and advocacy to support disability service organizations that enrich the lives of more than 35,000 adults and children with IDD in Illinois.
The Institute has spent 30 years supporting adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Nothing matters more than the needs of the community.
The best work happens when government agencies, policy makers, and direct service providers come together.


Institute members have complimentary access to national industry resources