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Heart Disease and Cardiovascular Resources for Patients and Families

Cardiovascular heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. You can greatly reduce your risk for heart disease through lifestyle changes and, in some cases, medicine. This listing includes resources for education, support, and research for heart disease, including LVAD info.

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Caregiver Agencies in Metropolitan Chicago and Illinois

Explore this selected list of caregiver agencies to start your search in finding help.

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Camps and Special Recreation for Adults

A listing of camps and special recreation programs in Illinois that include social clubs, sports teams, and opportunities for engaging with other people with live with a disability.

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Stroke Camps

A listing of retreat options for stroke survivors to be among others with similar capabilities in a safe environment that nourishes and helps people have a fun relaxing weekend or vacation away from family.

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Adaptive Clothing and Shoe Vendors

Selected list of vendors providing fashionable adapted clothing and shoes. Contemporary attractive fashions are available.

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Emergency Call Systems

Emergency call systems can be very helpful, allowing a person at home to summon caregiver assistance inside the home or to call outside the home to a neighbor or 911. See list below for further information.

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Drivers Rehabilitation Programs in Chicago Area

This listing of driver rehabilitation locations in Chicago and Illinois will help people regain their driving ability through training with specialized occupational therapists in certified locations.

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Housing Resources

A listing of housing options for people with disabilities looking for accessible housing. Agencies also serve the homeless.

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Home Modification Contractors, Vendors and Funding

This listing of home modification resources supplies business contractors, vendors and certified aging in place specialists CAPS to assist in your changing home environment needs, including home financial options for people in Chicago.

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Transportation Options in the Chicago Area and National Resources

This list for transportation options, within the city of Chicago and metropolitan areas, offers a complete line of public accessible trains, special transit buses and specially equipped vans that provide curb-to-curb service for persons unable to use the general public routes. There are additional options for private taxis, medicars, and transportation for medical transport.

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