Today, we celebrate National Disability Independence Day, marking the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) being signed into law on July 26, 1990. 🎉 This act has played a crucial role in ensuring that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else. At Aspire, we are committed to connecting people with disabilities to ever-greater possibilities for learning, jobs, and safe places to call home. 🌟🏡💼 Let us celebrate National Disability Independence Day and continue to build an inclusive future for everyone. 💙 #PoweredbyPossible #NationalDisabilityIndependenceDay #ADA #DisabilityPrideMonth Serena Alaily, MBA
Aspire Chicago
Individual and Family Services
Hillside, IL 2,447 followers
Aspire believes in a community where people of all abilities live, learn and work together.
About us
Aspire is recognized as a leader in providing bold, pioneering and uncompromising services to individuals with disabilities, their families and the Chicagoland community. We are one of the most innovative human service non-profits in the Midwest with an incredibly talented and dedicated team.
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http://www.aspirechicago.com
External link for Aspire Chicago
- Industry
- Individual and Family Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Hillside, IL
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1960
- Specialties
- Aspire Careers, Aspire Living, Aspire Partners, and Aspire CoffeeWorks
Locations
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Primary
1815 S Wolf Road
Hillside, IL 60162, US
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3235 W. Montrose Ave
Chicago, IL 60618, US
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4100 Litt Drive
Hillside, IL 60162, US
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Employees at Aspire Chicago
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A huge thank you to Medline Industries, LP for inviting Aspire to celebrate Disability Pride Month with a presentation on the importance of disability inclusion in the workforce! 🌟 We had an incredible time the other week sharing insights about our Community Employment program and the many benefits that come from inclusive hiring practices. It was especially inspiring to see Maria and Zach, two of the amazing individuals we support, take the stage for a lively panel discussion. 💬✨ Their stories and perspectives truly brought the message to life! Your support helps us champion a more inclusive and diverse workplace, community, and support network. 💙 We look forward to future collaborations and making a difference together! #PoweredbyPossible #DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityInclusion Serena Alaily, MBA
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Thank you to Bank of America #Chicago for truly showing what it means to be a partner in progress! 💙 Last weekend, a group from Bank of America #Chicago visited one of our community homes and spent the afternoon playing outdoor games and connecting with residents. It was so wonderful to see everyone enjoying the day together and building new friendships! 🎉⚽ Your time and kindness make a memorable impact in our community, and we cannot thank you enough for your support. We had so much fun and are looking forward to future events with you! 🌟🏡 #PoweredbyPossible #VolunteerAppreciation #AspireCommunity Serena Alaily, MBA
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July is Disability Pride Month! 🎉 It's a time to celebrate the incredible achievements, resilience, and diversity of the disability community. 🌟 Let's honor the progress made, acknowledge the challenges still faced, and amplify the voices of individuals with disabilities. Here at Aspire, this month serves as a powerful reminder of our mission to empower people with developmental disabilities, strengthen families, and build embracing communities. Join us in spreading awareness, supporting inclusive practices, and advocating for a world where everyone can thrive. 💪💙 #PoweredbyPossible #DisabilityPrideMonth #CelebrateDifferences #InclusionMatters Source: The Arc of Illinois Serena Alaily, MBA
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Last week, Aspire’s Donor Engagement Officer, Donna Bogosh, and Consultant, Grainne Mahoney, attended the Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development's Annual Legislator Breakfast! 🏛️ Donna and Grainne had the opportunity to meet with government officials to discuss key legislative issues like support for business and economic development, as well as funding opportunities to support people with disabilities. A sincere thank you to Illinois Senate President Don Harmon and Speaker of the Illinois House of Representatives Emanuel “Chris” Welch for meeting with us and discussing these crucial topics! With Aspire Community Homes and Academies in their districts, their continued support for these measures means the world to us. They truly are champions of our mission and supporting people with disabilities in our local community. 💙 #PoweredbyPossible #DisabilityInclusion Serena Alaily, MBA
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The Career Academy Alliance program had its first day this week! We are so excited to welcome this new group as they embark on their journey towards competitive employment. Shoutout to Aspire Chicago for the welcome gifts on their first day!
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Empowering People Through 🍕 Inspiration alert at MOD Pizza in #Chicago. During a recent visit to MOD Pizza , I saw a dedicated member of Aspire Chicago mentoring an employee with disabilities, providing them invaluable work experience and support. I hadn't realized that MOD employs 300 individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). "It’s an important initiative for us because 81% of adults with IDD do not have a paid job in the community." Aspire Chicago is an incredible organization committed to creating inclusive communities by empowering individuals with disabilities through education, employment, and support services. Seeing their mission in action, and in partnership with MOD Pizza, was a heartwarming reminder of the positive impact that businesses and organizations can have on people's lives. At Packed with Purpose we are passionate about celebrating initiatives like these use business as a force for good. Kudos to MOD Pizza and Aspire for creating opportunities for all individuals to feel the satisfaction of being part of a professional team, and feel pride in partnering with others to deliver excellent products and services to their customers. Proud to call Aspire's workforce development sister agency, Aspire CoffeeWorks, one of our Impact Partners, where we source their award winning coffee in our gifts! Katie Welge Filippini Beth Scott Serena Alaily, MBA https://lnkd.in/ghDFXxmW #Empowerment #SocialImpact #Inclusion #PurposeDriven #SupportLocal
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Feeling the volunteer love! 💖 This past Tuesday, we welcomed CenterPoint Properties to our Shannon Center for a morning full of volunteering fun! 🖌️🎨 They generously painted our office spaces and front entrance with vibrant colors reflecting our recent rebranding. We couldn’t be happier with the results! A huge thank you to CenterPoint Properties for spending your morning with us. We’re already looking forward to future events together! 🌟 #PoweredbyPossible #VolunteerAppreciation #AspireCommunity Serena Alaily, MBA
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Netflix is funding a yearlong fellowship for writers and filmmakers with disabilities to help launch their work in the entertainment industry. Each awardee will receive $55,000 to make their short with an experienced crew and support themselves as part of the Visionary Fellowship. In addition, the program will provide access to health insurance, marketing support and money for travel and access needs. This is the largest investment of any studio to try to include perspectives from people with disabilities. Netflix will fund the effort through its Fund for Creative Equity, the program will be run by the Inevitable Foundation, a nonprofit that invests in writers and filmmakers with disabilities. Not a huge amount of $ or time, but a great start, I hope it will lead to many more opportunities for artists in these communities. Diversity and inclusivity benefits everyone! https://lnkd.in/eM8ej4yv
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Celebrating a Day of Care! 🌟 Last week, we had an amazing time at Wesco Anixter’s second annual Day of Caring! Wesco employees spent the day learning about local nonprofits, volunteering, and contributing to local causes. Wesco volunteers built gardening kits, wrote notes of cheer for those living in our Community Homes, and shared all about our fantastic programs here at Aspire. 🪴✉️ Huge thanks to Wesco Anixter for including Aspire in this day dedicated to giving back to the community! Your support means the world to us, and we can't wait for more events together! 💙 #PoweredbyPossible #WescoDayofCaring #AspireCommunity Serena Alaily, MBA
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