Posts by Legal Council
COVID-19 Response Recommendations for Illinois Governor
Legal Council and Protect Our Care Illinois shares recommendations to protect the health and well-being of Illinoisans.
Read MoreBlack History Month: American Policies & Black Communities
Exploring the disparities facing Black communities that stem from previous policies in America.
Read MoreIllinois Immigrant Families Still Shielded From Trump Wealth Test
Legal Council advocates ask the U.S. Supreme Court to keep a court order in place blocking the public charge rule in Illinois while federal lawsuit continues.
Read MoreClient Focus: Tami
Tami’s health kept her from working a steady job. With new resources, she and her son can now reach their full potential.
Read MoreCPS Reinstates Transportation Services for Young Children
Chicago children who are enrolled in Early Childhood Special Education are finally entitled to receive comprehensive transportation services.
Read MoreClient Focus: Quinn
Quinn, 35, was a single mother raising two children on the south side of Chicago who was hit with an unexpected life storm. Throughout her life she was diagnosed with several mental illnesses, depression, and anxiety. But a late diagnosis of HIV caused the biggest shift of all.
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Zoe Harris
Staff Spotlight is a blog series featuring a member of Legal Council’s expert and ever-growing team. Today’s Spotlight features Zoe Harris, our new Children’s Mental Health Advocate. What brought you…
Read MoreStaff Spotlight: Caroline Creed
Staff Spotlight is a blog series featuring a member of Legal Council’s expert and ever-growing team. Today’s Spotlight features Caroline Creed, our new Homeless Advocacy Specialist. What brought you to…
Read MoreYou Have One Week Left to Get Affordable Health Coverage
Guest blog author: Marina Kurakin, Legal Advocate and Health Insurance Specialist Six years ago, the Affordable Care Act (ACA, or Obamacare) broadened access to medical care for millions of Americans. Over…
Read MoreIllinois Supreme Court Vindicates Rights of Nursing Home Residents
The Illinois Supreme Court issues a decision upholding the rights of residents facing an involuntary transfer or discharge from their nursing homes.
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