SPECIAL EDUCATION INITIATIVE | ILLINOIS GUARDIANSHIP AND ADVOCACY COMMISSION

160 North Lasalle Street, Suite S500, Chicago, IL 60601

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Mon 8:30 am - 5 pm Tue 8:30 am - 5 pm Wed 8:30 am - 5 pm Thu 8:30 am - 5 pm Fri 8:30 am - 5 pm

(866) 274-8023

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English

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Service area

Illinois

Description

Helps families navigate the special education system through education, advocacy, and legal assistance.

Date of Last Formal Update

09/22/2025

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Special Education Education Advocacy Groups

Providing organization

ILLINOIS GUARDIANSHIP AND ADVOCACY COMMISSION

Safeguards the rights of persons with disabilities by providing public guardianship services, legal representation in mental health proceedings, a process to investigate disability rights violations, and a resource for special education inquiries.