IDHS — Developmental Disability Services
Overview of Illinois home and community-based services, waivers, and supports for adults with developmental disabilities.
DDD 101 for Services (opens in new tab) →Resources
Illinois CILA & disability resources
Trusted links for families, guardians, and professionals exploring CILA group homes and developmental disability services in Illinois — plus quick links to Billie's House in Chicago Heights.
Illinois services
Understanding CILA in Illinois
A Community Integrated Living Arrangement (CILA) is a licensed residential option where adults with developmental disabilities live in a community home with individualized support. In Illinois, services are often coordinated through state systems, Independent Service Coordination (ISC) agencies, and personal plans. Billie's House follows this model in Chicago Heights. See how we support residents →
PUNS — Prioritization for Services
Learn about the PUNS list, how to enroll, and how Illinois prioritizes individuals waiting for developmental disability services.
Understanding PUNS (opens in new tab) →Find an ISC agency
Use the IDHS Office Locator to find your local Independent Service Coordination (ISC) agency for referrals and service planning.
IDHS Office Locator (opens in new tab) →Adults with Developmental Disabilities Waiver (HFS)
Illinois Medicaid Home and Community Based Services waiver information for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
HFS DD waiver page (opens in new tab) →For families
Guidance for families & guardians
These organizations offer education, peer support, and navigation help when you're exploring residential options, transition planning, or long-term supports for a loved one.
The Arc of Illinois
Statewide advocacy and resources for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families.
The Arc of Illinois (opens in new tab) →Illinois Life Span
A comprehensive directory of disability services, programs, and information across Illinois — searchable by need and location.
Illinois Life Span (opens in new tab) →Family Resource Center on Disabilities
Chicago-area training and support for families of children and adults with disabilities — rights, IEPs, transition, and more.
FRCD Chicago (opens in new tab) →Start a referral at Billie's House
Ready to talk about placement? We welcome family, guardian, and professional inquiries for our Chicago Heights CILA home.
Referral & inquiry form →Rights & advocacy
Know your rights
People with disabilities have legal protections in housing, healthcare, employment, and community life. These resources can help you understand options and get support.
Equip for Equality
Illinois' protection and advocacy organization — legal help, rights information, and systemic advocacy for people with disabilities.
Equip for Equality (opens in new tab) →Illinois Guardianship & Advocacy Commission
Information on guardianship, alternatives to guardianship, and advocacy for individuals with disabilities in Illinois.
IL GAC (opens in new tab) →ADA.gov — Americans with Disabilities Act
Federal civil rights information on accessibility, reasonable accommodations, and nondiscrimination.
ADA.gov (opens in new tab) →Our nondiscrimination commitment
Billie's House does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability, marital status, or sexual orientation.
About Billie's House →Local & community
Chicago Heights & the south suburbs
Billie's House is rooted in Chicago Heights at 529 Concord Court, serving residents and families across the south suburbs of Chicago. We're proud to be neighbors in a community that values connection and belonging.
Contact Billie's House
529 Concord Court
Chicago Heights, IL 60411
Phone: (708) 953-5553
Email:
BilliesHouse0811@gmail.com
Sheila Watkins-Leach, CEO · NPI 1538010293
501(c)(3) nonprofit · EIN 99-3363800
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Quick links
Jump to the most-requested pages at Billie's House.