The Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission, established in 1979, is a state agency dedicated to protecting the rights and welfare of individuals with disabilities. Governed by a board of eleven Commissioners, the Commission provides legal representation, investigates complaints of rights violations, and offers state guardianship services for the disabled population in Illinois.
The Office of State Guardian, a part of the Commission, is the largest public guardianship agency in the United States, serving thousands of adult disabled wards. Additionally, the Commission's Human Rights Authority conducts investigations into complaints of rights violations, while the Legal Advocacy Service provides legal advice and support for eligible individuals with disabilities. Through its various divisions, the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission strives to give a voice to those who have been marginalized and unheard.
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