Únete a IDHS y sé parte de un equipo diverso que fortalece a Illinois. ¡Las habilidades bilingües son una ventaja! Explora oportunidades y apoya a tu comunidad: www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?it...

🎡 It's the final weekend of the Illinois State Fair! Stop by the IDHS Tent to meet our team, learn about programs and services, explore career opportunities, and enjoy trivia, activities, and giveaways before the fair ends!

🚨 Potential immigration emergencies require planning. IDHS helped launch IllinoisImmigrationInfo.org – a trusted, easy-to-use site with information on how to: ✅ Create a family plan ✅ Prepare a power of attorney ✅ Plan for childcare 🔗 www.illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/get-prepared...

🌟 ISB alum Mark Peters now leads assistive technology training and continues to support future students as president of the school's Advisory Council. Learn more about the Illinois School for the Blind: www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?it...

¿Quieres actualizar el género en tu acta de nacimiento de Illinois? ✔️ Completa una Declaración Jurada de Corrección ✔️ Haz que lo notaricen ✔️ Envía tu identificación + tarifa de $15 a Vital Records La mayoría de las actualizaciones toman alrededor de 2 semanas 📞855-805-9200 💻 ilprideconnect.org

The federal government made changes to SNAP and some customers lost benefits if they weren’t meeting or exempt from new work requirements. 📝 See if you can file an exemption: aberp.illinois.gov/screener/ABA...    💻 Resources to regain eligibility: www.dhs.state.il.us?item=177800

Todos merecen apoyo. La Línea 988 está disponible 24/7 con ayuda gratuita y confidencial. 📞 Llama o 📲 manda un mensaje al 988. 🌐 988lifeline.org Nunca estás solo

🌟 IDHS School Spotlight: The Illinois School for the Blind in Jacksonville provides educational and residential programs that help students build independence, learn new skills, and prepare for the future. Learn more: www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?it...

🎡 We're having a great time at the Illinois State Fair! Stop by the IDHS Tent to meet our team, learn about programs and services, explore career opportunities, and enjoy trivia, activities, and giveaways!

Want to update the gender on your Illinois birth certificate? ✔️ Fill out an Affidavit of Correction ✔️ Get it notarized ✔️ Send your ID + $15 fee to Vital Records ⏳ Most updates take about 2 weeks 📞 855-805-9200 💻 ilprideconnect.org

💙 Aug. 15–21 is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Breastfeeding Week. Every family deserves access to culturally responsive breastfeeding support. Learn more and find a WIC clinic: signupwic.com/find-a-clinic

El gobierno federal hizo cambios a SNAP y algunas personas perdieron sus beneficios si no cumplían con los nuevos requisitos de trabajo o si no estaban exentos de ellos.  📝 Averigua si puedes declarar una exención: bit.ly/4dClpvO  💻Recursos: bit.ly/41n8Sow

🎉 It's Opening Day at the Illinois State Fair! Stop by the IDHS tent to meet our team, learn about programs and services, explore career opportunities, enjoy interactive activities, and win giveaways. 📍 Find us behind the Emmerson Building.

🎉 It's Opening Day at the Illinois State Fair! Stop by the IDHS tent to meet our team, learn about programs and services, explore career opportunities, enjoy interactive activities, and win giveaways. 📍 Find us behind the Emmerson Building.

🌟 ISD alum Autumn Hoyt returned to the Illinois School for the Deaf as a school psychologist after earning three degrees at Gallaudet University. Learn more about ISD: www.isd.illinois.gov/home

🩵 August is National Breastfeeding Month. Illinois WIC offers education, counseling, peer support, eligible breast pumps, nutritious foods, and referrals to help families meet their breastfeeding goals. Learn more: wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/get-support-...

Medication Assisted Recovery (MAR) is an effective treatment and harm reduction tool for opioid use disorder. MAR NOW connects callers directly with providers offering treatment options – like prescriptions by phone or same-day clinic visits, offering the first step toward recovery. 📞 833-234-6343

🌟 IDHS School Spotlight: The Illinois School for the Deaf in Jacksonville provides educational and residential programs that prepare students for independence, employment, and continued education. Learn more: www.isd.illinois.gov

Summer EBT benefits are now being issued in Illinois. Each eligible child will receive $120. Most families are automatically enrolled, but some may need to apply. Check eligibility and apply if needed: abe.illinois.gov/sebtPortal

A new school year brings new opportunities – and new challenges. BEACON helps Illinois families find mental and behavioral health services, explore supports, and connect with providers. Learn more: beacon.illinois.gov

🧡 Aug. 8–14 is Indigenous Milk Medicine Week. This observance honors the cultural traditions and knowledge that have supported Indigenous families for generations while raising awareness of the importance of equitable breastfeeding support for all.

🎡 Heading to the Illinois State Fair? Stop by the IDHS Tent August 13–23 to learn about our programs and services, explore career opportunities, play trivia, and win prizes! Find us behind the Emmerson Building, across from the Lincoln Stage. prez.ly/50Md

🌟 Illinois Center for Rehabilitation and Education – Roosevelt graduate Geoffrey Hockeberry is building a career advocating for people with disabilities and mentoring others. His story highlights the impact of transition services. Submit a referral: wr.dhs.illinois.gov/wrpublic/wr/...

Los beneficios de Summer EBT se están distribuyendo en Illinois. Cada niño elegible recibirá $120. La mayoría está inscrita automáticamente, pero algunos hogares podrían necesitar solicitar. Verifica elegibilidad: abe.illinois.gov/sebtPortal

Changing the name on your Illinois birth certificate? ✔️ Get a court order ✔️ Fill out and notarize an Affidavit of Correction ✔️ Send your ID, court order, and $15 fee to Vital Records Need help? We’ve got you. 📞 855-805-9200 💻 ilprideconnect.org

El gobierno federal hizo cambios a SNAP y algunas personas perdieron sus beneficios si no cumplían con los nuevos requisitos de trabajo o si no estaban exentos de ellos. 📝 Averigua si puedes declarar una exención: bit.ly/4dClpvO 💻Recursos: bit.ly/41n8Sow

🌟 IDHS School Spotlight: ICRE-R in Chicago helps students with physical disabilities transition to employment and independent living through vocational training and life skills. Interested in services? Submit a referral: wr.dhs.illinois.gov/wrpublic/wr/...

Did you receive a Link card in the mail?  It may be for Summer EBT.  Families not already receiving SNAP or cash benefits may be mailed a card to access Summer EBT.  Learn more: abe.illinois.gov/sebtPortal  Access benefits: link.illinois.gov or call 1-800-678-LINK

🩵 August is National Breastfeeding Month, and Aug. 1–7 is WIC Breastfeeding Week. The Illinois WIC Program provides breastfeeding education, one-on-one support, and resources to help families meet their feeding goals. #WorldBreastfeedingWeek

Governor JB Pritzker signed legislation officially renaming the Illinois School for the Blind. The change reflects feedback from students, families, alumni, faculty, and advocates and recognizes language embraced by many in the blind community. Learn more: prez.ly/wlMd