Service Animals Resources

This page provides resources for those seeking information on service animals.  As there are different types of service animals to maximize challenge needs of a Deaf, Hard of Hearing or DeafBlind individual may need, information can be found at the following resources shown below.  The Illinois Attorney General office provides information for Illinois businesses as well as individuals with disabilities on the rights of having a service dog.  The U.S. Department of Justice also provides information: 

• Service Animals and the ADA FAQ
• Revised ADA Requirements (2011): Service Animals

Assistance Dogs International

Canine Companions for Independence

DOGS for Better Lives

International Hearing Dog

Leader Dogs for the Blind

MidAmerica Service Dogs' Foundation

Quad Cities Canine Assistance Network, Inc

National Education for Assistance Dog Services (NEADS)