Skip to Content
Illinois
Department of Human Services
Michelle R.B. Saddler, Secretary
Search:
Menu
for
Customers
Alcoholism & Addiction
Cash
Child Care
Customer Service
Developmental Disabilities
Disability & Rehabilitation
Food
Health & Medical
Housing
Mental Health
Pregnancy & Parenting
Violence & Abuse
Youth Services
Services
by Division
for
Providers
Becoming a Provider
Centralized Repository Vault (CRV)
Contracts
Forms
FAQs
Grants
Licensure & Certification
Payments
Procurement
RFPs
Rules
Software
Training
Provider Information
by Division
about
DHS
Contacts
Events
Initiatives
News
Brochures
Forms
Reports
Publications
About DHS
by Division
Breadcrumb
DHS
about DHS
About DHS by Division
Rehabilitation Services
Client Assistance Progam (CAP)
Your Rights and Responsibilities
You as a customer have a right to...
Apply or reapply for rehabilitation services
Receive a timely decision on your eligibility for services based on a complete assessment of your disability
Receive an explanation in writing, should you be determined ineligible for services, telling you why you were denied services
Receive an explanation about services that you may receive
Partner with your counselor in making informed choices for you rehabilitation plan
Be assured of the complete confidentiality of your case records
Review your rehabilitation case record with a staff member present
Participate with your counselor in any decision to close your case
Appeal any decision with which you do not agree
Be informed of the Client Assistance Program (CAP)
Be provided with a form of communication appropriate to accommodate your disability
It is your Responsibility to...
Fully participate in your rehabilitation plan
Set realistic goals and participate in writing your rehabilitation plan with your counselor
Follow through with your plan for rehabilitation
Communicate with your counselor and ask questions when you do not understand services
Keep all appointments and let your counselor know beforehand if you cannot make the appointment
Keep a copy of your plan or services and any amendments related to the plan
Notify your counselor of any change in your personal condition or work status
Be aware of financial eligibility requirements for some services
Keep original documents and send only copies to your counselor's office
Related Links
What is The Purpose of CAP?
Who is Eligible?
What CAP Services are Available?
When Should I Contact CAP?
Your Rights and Responsibilities
How to Contact CAP
Brochures and Forms
Other Resources
Self Advocacy Tips
Footer
State of Illinois
Accessibility
Privacy
Report Abuse/Neglect
Contact DHS
DHS Outlook Login