Community Choices

03/23/2026

Help support the creation of 24 Community Supported Living options in Illinois! Witness Slips needed by Wednesday, March 25th!
🚨 Take Action: Witness Slip Needed
Support HB5605 – Community Supported Living Act
We Need Your Help, Illinois!
Community Supported Living with 24-hour support is a federal Medicaid option available in most states—but not in Illinois.
Currently, the Illinois Adults with Developmental Disabilities Waiver does not include a defined 24-hour community supported living service for adults whose needs require continuous, coordinated supports in a home or community-based setting.
As a result, individuals with complex support needs are left without a workable community-based option, increasing the likelihood of institutional or other out-of-home placement away from their families and communities.
There is a solution.

📢 Take Action for HB5605 — We Need You, Illinois!

HB5605 — the Community Supported Living Arrangement Services Act — is heading to a committee hearing on Wednesday, March 25.

We need to show strong support NOW.
👉 Go to www.SupportTheComplex.org

There are 3 simple ways to help:
1️⃣Submit a Witness Slip (most important)
→ Select “Record of Appearance Only”

2️⃣ Share Your Story (written testimony)
→ Select “Written Testimony” OR share your story after submitting a slip
💡 Already submitted a slip? You can still share your story!

3️⃣Speak at the Hearing
→ Email IPACDD@gmail.com to coordinate
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⏰ Deadline: March 25

Every witness slip counts and helps determine if this bill moves forward.

Without this service, too many individuals with complex needs are left without a real option to live safely in their homes and communities.

👉 Take action now: www.SupportTheComplex.org

Please share—every voice matters.

https://www.ilga.gov/House/hearings/details/3061/22636/CreateWitnessSlip/?legislationId=167658&GaId=18&View=Create

02/10/2026

TIMER'S ON! RAVIOLI'S COOKIN! Get yours now! -- The time is now to eat ravioli AND support people with I/DD to live with opportunity -opportunities for jobs, friends, and independent living!

ORDER HERE: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ravioli-fundraiser-community-choices--2026
Pick up on 2/12/26 or Get it Delivered on 2/13/26

QUANTITIES LIMITED - Sales open until we run out! Get yours Now!

02/09/2026

It's the best time of the year for 2 things: Eating Ravioli and SUPPORTING COMMUNITY CHOICES! Lucky for you, you can do both with our Pop-Up Ravioli Fundraiser!

Order your ravioli now for pick up on 2/12 or delivery on 2/13 - All proceeds go to supporting people with I/DD to find real opportunities in the community!

ORDER NOW: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ravioli-fundraiser-community-choices--2026

01/22/2026

Interested in working but don't know where to start? Sign up for Community Choices Workforce Empowerment Program (WEP)!

Starting February 2nd, WEP is a 12-week course that focuses on critical skills needed for successful employment, increases workplace experience, and helps you gain a better sense of real-life job roles and responsibilities. Topics we review include but are not limited to: ADA Basics, Expectations, Time Management, Employment Logistics, and more.

Class will meet every Monday at Community Choices from 10am to 11:30am to have an educational lecture-style lesson. On Wednesdays starting February 25th, we will go out into the community to many different jobs and get first-hand experience.

Unsure if you should sign up? WEP is great if you...
- Are a first-time job seeker
- Unsure of your employment goals
- Looking to try out new employment ideas

Not a member and want to take the course? If you are interested and on PUNS come in and do an easy member intake!

Sign up for the class using this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfV31YC0MBXjU6ZXEDaL-W_dkc5VmW9KpioZrMuExVPNKiNfA/viewform

01/14/2026

TONIGHT at 6:00pm via Zoom! Learn about the Legislative Process & Self-Advocacy!

The conversation will focus navigating the legislative process as self-advocates. Access Living will lead this conversation as part of our “Going Deeper.” We’ll also touch in on our various projects.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85989013753
RSVP:https://forms.gle/XvuPt3Zu8hGsoZTw8

01/06/2026

Join us for a practical, supportive workshop designed to help families and caregivers navigate benefits, financial planning, healthcare decisions, supportive services, and legal planning for the future. Participants will create a personalized planning binder to keep important documents and information organized and easy to access.

REGISTER BELOW :
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSezjOvoINQ8AZpuogf8Zsy5vg_UE7y2Pj1aXjj8Np3mLufHog/viewform

📅 1st Wednesday of each month starting 01/07/26
🕠 5:30–7:00 PM
📍 Community Choices Office (44 E. Main St. Suite 210)
Dates: 1/7/26, 2/4/26, 3/4/26, 4/1/26, 5/6/26

This series is ideal for families, caregivers, and anyone looking to build a clear, confident plan for the years ahead.

12/29/2025

Consider Supporting Community Choices this Holiday Season! Donate Here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/support-community-choices-in-the-2025-season-of-giving

12/16/2025

We welcome you to read our FY25 Annual Report! In it you can read about some of the amazing people we have the honor of supporting and about the scope of our growing services. READ THE REPORT HERE: https://pub.marq.com/CCannualreport2025/

Consider donating to support more services like these! https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/support-community-choices-in-the-2025-season-of-giving

12/02/2025

At Community Choices, we believe every person deserves the chance to live, work, and thrive in a community that values their voice. For nearly 20 years, we’ve stood alongside adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities, creating opportunities for inclusion, independence, and connection. 💙
This , your gift helps:
✅ Support members in finding meaningful employment
✅ Teach skills for independent living
✅ Create spaces for friendship and belonging
✅ Empower families with tools and advocacy
As one board member shared: “Every day, this organization empowers adults with developmental disabilities to live, work, and thrive in our community. I am proud to support an organization that delivers such tangible, life-enhancing impact.”
SUPPORT US TODAY: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/support-community-choices-in-the-2025-season-of-giving