People with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) often rely on multiple systems across their lives, including education, healthcare, employment, and community-based services. 

A system designed around the individual can improve access, reduce complexity, and better support people in living full, self-directed lives.

In this fact sheet, you’ll learn about:

• The realities, opportunities, and challenges of the I/DD system in Illinois

• The key pillars and initiatives we support to improve the system

• Why a more person-centered system is critical and what it would result in