Who Does Conductive Ed Help?
Conductive Education demands active participation. To benefit from the program, the participant should have good auditory, visual and cognitive skills. Participants with Cerebral Palsy (CP) must have a consistent yes/no response and learn well in a highly stimulating, peer environment.
Is Conductive Education right for you?
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT
Families interested in Conductive Education are asked to schedule an appointment to observe the program in action by calling the Center.
Come visit us! Call: 708-588-0833
EVALUATION
Families interested in an evaluation will complete an intake form and participate in a function driven assessment by a team of conductors, physical and occupational therapists. All participants require a prescription from a physician.
LIMITATIONS
Many families have children or loved ones with Cerebral Palsy (CP), complications from stroke, spina bifida or motor delay and wish to find treatments to best serve them. Conductive Education can be a good model of intervention; however, it is not an appropriate model for everyone.
- Conductive Education may not be appropriate for children with uncontrolled seizures, who exhibit significant sensory processing impairments, or who have profound visual or hearing impairments.
- Conductive Education may not benefit adults post-stroke with aphasia or severe neglect.
Our Mission
The mission of the Center for Independence is to help children and young adults with disabilities achieve their highest level of independence in the home, school, community and workforce. Our therapy programs help children with Cerebral Palsy (CP) develop life skills, motor-function and an "I Can!" attitude.
Committed to breaking down barriers to employment, the Center also provides job training and placement for young adults with developmental disabilities through our innovative program Working Together Chicago.
The Center is an IL 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
EIN: 36-4259162
Our Vision: That children and young adults with disabilities have the opportunity to be fully participating members of the community.
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Center Hours
Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:30 PM
Program times vary — check calendar.
Quick Contact
Center Locations
CFI Main Center
100 W. Plainfield Rd.,
Countryside, IL 60525
The Hope Collective
23153 W Miller Rd.,
Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Brighton Park
2701 W. 36th Pl.
Chicago, IL 60632