Independence!

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The Arc of Illinois

Posted Apr 25, 2019

The Arc of Illinois is a coalition of people with disabilities, families and community organizations working to make Illinois a place where people with disabilities can be full participants in community life.

Hosted by: Ellee Pai Hong Produced by: Greater Chicago Newsmakers Team

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