Association for Individual Development

Association for Individual Development AID provides customized services for individuals with developmental, behavioral and crisis needs.

Operating in the greater Fox Valley area and other western suburban counties, AID is a leading provider of services that address the unique needs of individuals throughout every stage of their lives. Serving over 5,700 children and adults, AID operates community day centers in Elgin, Aurora, Batavia and Yorkville; mental health outpatient clinics throughout the Fox Valley; supports over 500 individuals living in their own apartments; and more than 200 individuals in group homes scattered throughout the greater Fox Valley. AID is also a sponsor of the Ride in Kane paratransit program in partnership with RTA, Pace, Kane County, and local municipalities and social service agencies.

🎨🖍️ Vocational Exploration Class: Artist Edition! 🌷🧑‍🎨This month, the AID Employment First program started a new course ...
03/30/2026

🎨🖍️ Vocational Exploration Class: Artist Edition! 🌷🧑‍🎨

This month, the AID Employment First program started a new course with the lovely Laura Lynne Art! Clients (and staff!) were invited to explore art, learning about composition, color, technical skills, and most importantly, job opportunities in the art realm🧑‍🎨

With the course running 6 weeks, the students will hone their skills over several different units, opening doors of endless possibilities for their futures🚪

Thank you so much to Laura Lynne for sharing your knowledge and time with AID! Be sure to check out her work🎨

These classes are designed for client skill development in accordance with Illinois Dignity in Pay initiatives. ✨💰

💙🌾For the past two weeks, DSP House Manager Bri Clemens has been taking the Aktion Club to Feed My Starving Children - S...
03/29/2026

💙🌾For the past two weeks, DSP House Manager Bri Clemens has been taking the Aktion Club to Feed My Starving Children - Schaumburg to do a little giving back!🌾💙

The twist? The group decided to do a little challenge: Guys vs. Girls! 🤝

In the end, the girls and their group came out on top with 184 boxes of MannaPack Rice meals packed- enough to feed 109 kids daily for a year. However, we think they all win gold for volunteering! 🥇

🌼🌈Get Groovy with 6 NEW Merch Designs!🌈🌼Find them here: https://tinyurl.com/AIDGetGroovyThis new permanent collection is...
03/27/2026

🌼🌈Get Groovy with 6 NEW Merch Designs!🌈🌼
Find them here: https://tinyurl.com/AIDGetGroovy

This new permanent collection is inspired by our debut decade: the 60s! With a rainbow of retro designs to choose from, we hope at least one of them gets your groove 😎

Which one will you be adding to your cart? 🛒

🚨 Medicaid Members: Don’t miss important updates!Make sure your contact information is up to date so you don’t lose your...
03/26/2026

🚨 Medicaid Members: Don’t miss important updates!

Make sure your contact information is up to date so you don’t lose your health coverage. Illinois Medicaid needs to be able to reach you with important notices about your benefits.

✅ Update your address, phone number, and email TODAY
📬 Use an address where you can always receive mail

It’s easy, fast, and free:
🌐 Visit abe.illinois.gov
📞 Call 877-805-5312

Stay covered. Stay informed. 💙

Today, we recognize Epilepsy Awareness Day 💜Epilepsy affects millions of people, yet stigma and misunderstanding still e...
03/26/2026

Today, we recognize Epilepsy Awareness Day 💜

Epilepsy affects millions of people, yet stigma and misunderstanding still exist. Today is a reminder to listen, learn, and stand alongside those living with epilepsy- because awareness leads to acceptance, and acceptance creates stronger, more inclusive communities.

At AID, we’re committed to supporting individuals of all abilities and advocating for understanding, dignity, and access to the care and resources everyone deserves.

Let’s keep the conversation going- not just today, but every day.

🍀🍕Shamrock Deep Dish Pizza🍕🍀The AID Wildwood crew's weekly Group Dinner landed on St. Patrick's Day this year! Having vo...
03/25/2026

🍀🍕Shamrock Deep Dish Pizza🍕🍀

The AID Wildwood crew's weekly Group Dinner landed on St. Patrick's Day this year! Having voted on deep dish pizza the week before, they all decided it needed a festive twist: green crust, green cheese, and shamrocks made out of fresh mozzarella and basil on top!

Clients and staff worked together, fetching different ingredients and bouncing new ideas off of one another until their Irish-Italian mashups were created! Although it was weird to eat green pizza, it was absolutely delicious as always 🤤💚

📢Briefing with Representative Matt Hanson💬This month, Illinois State Representative Matt Hanson came to the AID Main Off...
03/24/2026

📢Briefing with Representative Matt Hanson💬

This month, Illinois State Representative Matt Hanson came to the AID Main Office to meet with Lore Baker, AID President & CEO; Eileen McNamee, Executive Director of the Supportive Housing Providers Association (SHPA); and Angela Cudmore, AID Development and Community Engagement Manager. The group briefed Rep Hanson on key House bills that AID is seeking his support for, as well as gave him a tour of the Thompson Center to familiarize him with upcoming AID capital needs and projects.

Relationships like these are important- not only for AID, but for the community as a whole. 💗

Thank you to Representative Matt Hanson for taking the time out of your busy schedule to meet with us on such important matters!


State Representative Matt Hanson | Supportive Housing Providers Association - SHPA

❗🏠Urgent Action Needed to Protect Homelessness Funding!🏠❗The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has ...
03/23/2026

❗🏠Urgent Action Needed to Protect Homelessness Funding!🏠❗

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has not yet released renewal funding for Continuum of Care (CoC) programs, despite direction from Congress to do so. These programs provide housing and supportive services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

Because of this delay, providers across the country, including here in Illinois, are facing serious funding uncertainty, with some programs already losing access to essential resources.

We need your help to urge Illinois leaders in Congress to take action immediately.

Read more and take action at https://conta.cc/4lRCXWU

🗣️Help us understand the Behavioral Health needs of our Aurora community!📢We are working to transform our outpatient ser...
03/23/2026

🗣️Help us understand the Behavioral Health needs of our Aurora community!📢

We are working to transform our outpatient services to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) - a model designed to expand access to care.

📋 Take this short survey now: tinyurl.com/AIDneeds26
⌚Completion time is approximately 14 minutes
🗺️Eligible Areas: Regions 1 & 7 (Aurora)

Thank you for taking the time to help better our services!


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🎂Happy Birthday, Eliza!🎈AID Barnes House resident Eliza celebrated her birthday surrounded by friends and staff! 💗 With ...
03/22/2026

🎂Happy Birthday, Eliza!🎈

AID Barnes House resident Eliza celebrated her birthday surrounded by friends and staff! 💗 With a delicious cake and good company, it looks like it was a birthday for the books 🕯️🎁

We hope you had a wonderful birthday, Eliza, and that all of your wishes came true! 🌠

🩷🥭🥥 In honor of Spring's official entry and the WONDERFUL weather we have been enjoying these past few days, we decided ...
03/21/2026

🩷🥭🥥 In honor of Spring's official entry and the WONDERFUL weather we have been enjoying these past few days, we decided to share a delicious treat enjoyed last month- Mango Coconut Refreshers!

Inspired by the creamy, fruity refreshers at classic drink stops like Starbucks and Dunkin' Donuts, AID O'Shea Center Community Day Services have been enjoying these delicious concoctions that they help create with AID Culinary Specialist Anna Barnes ✨

Having tackled (and conquered) the "Pink Drink"- a delicious callback to strawberry milk with a refreshing twist served at Starbucks- Anna and her sous chefs have decided to explore other flavors, leading to this delectable mango-coconut goodness 🤤

Served with a balanced topping of whipped cream and a few sprinkles, these treats were sure to brighten the days- and tastebuds- of all who gave them a try 👅💗

Today, on World Down Syndrome Day, we celebrate the individuals in our community who have Down syndrome—their talents, p...
03/21/2026

Today, on World Down Syndrome Day, we celebrate the individuals in our community who have Down syndrome—their talents, perspectives, and the joy they bring to the world every day. 💙💛

At AID, we are proud to support individuals in living full, meaningful lives and to advocate for a more inclusive community where everyone is valued and respected.

Join us in celebrating abilities, promoting understanding, and continuing to build a world where everyone belongs.

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309 New Indian Trl Court
Aurora, IL
60506

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Organized in 1961 by parents of 8 children with special needs, Association for Individual Development (AID) has grown to serve more than 6,500 children and adults with disabilities annually throughout the greater Fox Valley area. The mission of AID is to empower people with physical, developmental, intellectual and mental health challenges to enjoy lives of dignity and purpose. AID services include job training and employment, autism services, housing supports, counseling, health care services, psychiatric and crisis intervention services, and family and community supports. More than 1,500 Fox Valley residents are currently waiting to receive services locally.

Operating in the greater Fox Valley area and other western suburban counties, AID is a leading provider of services that address the unique needs of individuals throughout every stage of their lives.

In FY 2017, AID served 6,547 children and adults. AID currently operates 8 community day centers in Elgin, Aurora, Batavia and Yorkville, 15 mental health outpatient clinics throughout the Fox Valley, supports over 500 individuals living in their own apartments, and more than 200 individuals in 4 dozen group homes scattered throughout the greater Fox Valley. AID also administers the Ride in Kane paratransit program in partnership with RTA, Pace, Kane County, and local municipalities and social service agencies.

Visit www.AIDcares.org to learn more about AID.