In 1949, Lois Lloyd, founder of SHORE, began an informal organization to provide services for her daughter Patricia "Patty" and other children with mental retardation in the north shore area. Services were provided in her Evanston home, which allowed networking with other parents who had children with similar needs. This innovative effort led to the formal incorporation in 1951 of the North Shore Association for Retarded Children.
Lois' energy and creative spirit generated further development of the organization leading to the establishment of the first public school program for children with moderate to severe, intellectual disabilities in the state of Illinois.
Today, SHORE provides a comprehensive array of services including small, scattered, integrated living arrangements, vocational center, senior and adult day programs, early intervention, in-home respite care, and service coordination. These programs are located in Evanston, Morton Grove and Skokie. Each year, nearly 500 individuals with developmental disabilities receive services with 400 enrolled on a regular basis.
If you are interested in touring any of SHORE's facilities, please call (847) 982-2030 ext. 21.
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SHORE's 2011 Annual Report
& Fall Newsletter "SHORElines"
Now Available!
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Annual Report
Fall Newsletter
Save the Dates
Spring Benefit - Saturday, April 28, 2012 Hilton Orrington/Evanston
Pizzamania - Tuesday, February 21, 2012 at Giordano's in Evanston. Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Evanston for the benefit of SHORE's programs and services.
Taste of Morton Grove - Thursday, March 8th at White Eagle Restaurant & Banquets in Niles. Tickets are $30 presale & $40 at the door. SHORE receives money from the Morton Grove Foundation, which is hosting the event. Please call Mary Matz at (847) 982-2030 ext. 21 to purchase tickets.
Ticket To Work
SHORE's Joseph Koenig, Sr. Training Center is an Employment Network (EN) for the Ticket to Work Program.
The Ticket to Work Program provides most people receiving Social Security benefits (beneficiaries) more choices for receiving employment services. Under this program, the Social Security Administration (SSA) issues tickets to eligible beneficiaries who, in turn, may choose to assign those tickets to an Employment Network (EN) of their choice to obtain employment services, vocational rehabilitation services, or other support services necessary to achieve a vocational (work) goal. The EN, if they accept the ticket, will coordinate and provide appropriate services to help the beneficiary find and maintain employment.
If you have a Ticket and you are interested in being considered for assistance with gaining community employment call Anni Braverman, Rehabilitation Coordinator, at 847-581-0200 x 33.
Entertainment Books Now Only $15
Last chance to purchase an Entertainment Book for only $15.00, original price was $25.00. Save up to 50% at restaurants, hotels and entertainment spots all around the Chicagoland area. There is over $20,000 worth of everyday savings and bonus cards are included for additional dollars off purchases from popular merchants. Quantities are very limited so call Mary Matz at (847) 982-2030 ext. 21 if interested.
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