Our Mission

Avenues to Independence is dedicated to putting aside old ideas about what is possible. We work in partnership with the community to support and encourage people with disabilities to lead the lives they choose responsibly and with independence and dignity. We have a life long commitment to the people we serve.
 

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Avenues in the News

Avenues in the News!

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WGN Radio
Chicago Blackhawks TV Feature
WTTW Chicago Feature

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People with Disabilities Deserve More!

Join the Campaign to solve the Workforce Crisis.

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News & Issues

Success Stories

success Stories: Cindy

Way Cool

Cindy

man in motion

Man In Motion

Rick

A yarn about Giving

A Yarn About Giving

David

Part of the Family

Part of the Family for Over 33 Years

Charlie

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Pics & Flicks

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Programs for Independence

Make a difference by Donating to Avenues to Independence

You can make a difference

Help us keep the Avenues to Independence vision alive with a tax-deductible donation. your contributions help support programs that increase the quality of life for an underserved population of adults with developmental disabilities.

Contribute to Avenues Today

You can support the programs of Avenues through volunteering or interning within the various areas listed below and through gifts designated for specifict programs or projects.

Contribute
Contribute to Avenues Today
Support Our Programs Honorariums and Memorials
Sponsor and Attend Events Fund Our Future - Sasser Society  
Center for Independence 

Events

Creative Avenues Art Exhibition

Saturday, May 4, 11 and 18

Avenues Gorman Golf Classic

Monday, July 29