Uniting Illinois I/DD Providers

The Provider Coalition

Stronger providers. Stronger services. Better outcomes for the individuals and families we serve.

Become a Founding Member

Founding membership is now open to eligible Illinois I/DD providers.

Becoming a Member

Why join the Coalition?

Meaningful change happens when providers work together. Tap any item below to see what membership unlocks.

Share Best Practices & Resources

Stop solving the same problems alone. Members exchange proven strategies, templates, and resources so your organization can move faster and operate smarter.

Solve Workforce Challenges Together

Recruitment and retention are the biggest pressures facing providers today. The Coalition creates a space to tackle staffing challenges collectively and share what actually works.

Advocate With a Unified Voice

One provider is easy to overlook. A coalition is not. Together we advocate for policies that support providers and the individuals with I/DD they serve across Illinois.

Build Strategic Partnerships

Connect with organizations and stakeholders who share your mission — opening the door to collaboration, referrals, and partnerships that strengthen everyone involved.

Improve Service Quality & Sustainability

Shared knowledge and collective problem-solving help members raise the quality of care while building organizations that are financially and operationally sustainable.

Strengthen Illinois's Provider Community

By bringing organizations together around common goals, the Coalition builds a stronger, more connected I/DD service system throughout the state.

Become a Founding Member

Membership Requirements

Who can join?

The Coalition is only as strong as the organizations behind it. To join as a founding member, your organization must meet all six of the requirements below.

Licensed in Illinois

Hold a current license, certification, or approval required by the State of Illinois.
In good standing

Be in good standing with all applicable regulatory agencies.
Serving the I/DD community

Provide services to individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Operating within Illinois

Deliver those services inside the state of Illinois.
Aligned with our mission

Support the Coalition's mission and values.
A designated representative

Name an official representative to act on your organization's behalf.