Volunteers needed for AID’s annual telethon

Submitted by Association for Individual Development

AID is seeking volunteers to answer phones for one-hour shifts throughout the day for a two-hour total time commitment between the hours of 9 a.m. and 7 p.m. Saturday, March 15.

More than 500 volunteers will come together to help AID raise $125,000 for programs and services for individuals with developmental disabilities, mental illness, those who have suffered a trauma and those at risk.

Join the team at the 15th annual AID Telethon on March 15. Show some school or company spirit by wearing matching jerseys or shirts.

This live 10-hour event will broadcast from Waubonsee Community College in Sugar Grove; it airs on local cable television stations and streams on the AID website at www.the-association.org.

To sign up, call Wendy Bialek at (847) 931-2294 or email wbialek@the-association.org.

For 52 years, the Association for Individual Development has provided services to individuals who have developmental, physical and/or mental disabilities; those who have suffered a trauma; or those at risk.

All clients have access to life-enriching services through early intervention; pediatric therapy; respite care; permanent, affordable housing; developmental and vocational training; job placement and on-the-job coaching services; crisis intervention; victims services; mental health treatment; behavioral intervention; community education and advocacy.

Serving more than 5,100 clients in 20 programs in 45 communities, AID is a leading provider of services that address the needs of individuals throughout every stage of their lives.

A person-centered approach, coupled with innovative practices, ensures the highest level of accomplishment. The employees and families of AID strive to empower individuals with disabilities, mental illness and special needs to achieve independence and community inclusion.