Association for Individual Development

06/02/2026

🌏✈️AID Elgin Residential clients and staff had a first-class night at the Global Gala Dinner Dance!💃🕺

Last Friday at the beautiful Villa Olivia, vibes were soaring sky-high as everyone enjoyed groove-worthy tunes, a delicious dinner, and the wonderful company of friends, peers, and staff that have come to feel like family. 🧳🫂

In their best-dress, clients and staff alike took to the dance floor for an incredible night to remember- with everyone cheering on as Kevin P. and Sharon L. were crowned Prom King and Queen! 👑💐

HUGE thank-you to all of the AID Residential Event Planning Committee members, community helpers, volunteers, and venue staff that made this night possible 💖 Keep an eye out for the recap video! 👀

| Villa Olivia-Banquets

06/01/2026

05/31/2026

🦋As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, we reflect on the stories we've heard, the lessons we've learned, and the lives we've changed throughout the years.💚

What is one thing you have taken away this Mental Health Awareness Month? Let us know in the comments below 💬

To learn how you can connect yourself or a loved one with AID mental health services, visit aidcares.org

05/31/2026

🚨 TODAY IS THE DAY 🚨

Illinois lawmakers are making final budget and legislative decisions today, and your voice can still make a difference.

Even if you've already contacted your legislators, now is the time to reach out again. As negotiations continue into the final hours, every call helps reinforce the importance of these critical priorities.

Don't miss your chance to be heard. Learn more and take action today ⬇️
https://conta.cc/49rsSuE

05/31/2026

❗EARLY BIRD SPECIAL DISCOUNT PRICE ENDS TOMORROW, JUNE 1, 2026!❗
🔗Click here to register: https://afid.givecloud.co/stroll-roll-2026
🐦💸Early Bird Registration Price: $40 | Current AID Client Price: $10
👕All registrants will receive an official "AID Summer Stroll & Roll" T-shirt!

On Sunday, June 14th at 10:00 A.M., enjoy a relaxed stroll or roll around the idyllic Peck Farm (Geneva) with a slightly later start time in 2026, and indulge in tasty refreshments- including hot dogs, snacks, and snow cones in the afternoon!

During your stroll or roll, keep an eye out for exciting games where you can win fun mystery prizes. Have some fun and help raise funds to support services for individuals with developmental, behavioral, and crisis needs across Kane, Kendall, DeKalb, DuPage, Will, McHenry, and suburban Cook County communities

We hope to see you all there! 🚶‍➡️👩‍🦼‍➡️🏃‍➡️👨‍🦽‍➡️

05/30/2026

AID is helping to raise awareness about the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline- and that no matter what, you are not alone 💙

With 24/7 support regardless of status, 988 is a reminder that you never have to bear your burdens alone.

📞 If you or someone you love needs help, call or text 988 for free support. 🫂

#988 ***de | Kane County Health Department

05/30/2026

Don't Stop Now: Call Again as Budget Talks Continue Through Sunday! 📞
Take action and learn more here: https://conta.cc/49rsSuE

Have you contacted your legislators yet? Now is the time to act!

Even if you've already reached out, please call again today. Every call helps keep these critical priorities front and center during final budget negotiations.

Take action now to support:
• The Living Room – Aurora
• DSP Wage Increases
• The Elgin Unsheltered Project

Your voice matters. Together, we can make a difference.

05/30/2026

🦋🛡️ Wear Your Care - Mental Health Awareness Month!💗📄
Check out the collection here: https://tinyurl.com/AIDSeasonalCollection


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05/29/2026

📢Protect Mental Health Crisis Support Services!💰

While Illinois legislators finalize the state budget, we need YOUR help to protect critical mental health crisis services. AID is urging legislators to include $1.6 million in funding for The Living Room in Aurora: a FREE, 24/7 mental health crisis support program that provides compassionate care in a safe, home-like setting (https://www.aidcares.org/the-living-room/).

This service is available to everyone, regardless of insurance or ability to pay, but continued funding is essential. Please contact your Illinois legislators today and ask them to support $1.6 million for The Living Room in the FY27 state budget. Here is a sample message to give when calling:
"We are gravely concerned that the Aurora area will lose funding for the 24-hour a day Living Room program that supports people in behavioral health crises due to a technical issue with the AID FY27 application. This would be a tragic loss for the second largest city in Illinois. $1.6M are needed in the state budget to ensure that these vital services don’t disappear."

Call any or all of these legislators below:
📞State Senator Karina Villa: (217) 782-0471
📞State Representative Maura Hirschauer: (217) 782-1653
📞State Representative Barbara Hernandez: (217) 558-1002
📞State Senator Linda Holmes: (217) 782-0422
📞State Representative Stephanie Kifowit: (217) 782-8028

Learn more about this advocacy action and others at https://conta.cc/4vcLGGp