Best Buddies Illinois Friendship Programs
Best Buddies in Illinois
Chicago, Illinois - Cook County
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May 30, 2026
Chicago
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Provider overview
Best Buddies Illinois Friendship Programs connect people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities through one-to-one friendships, Chicagoland adult Citizens matches, school and college chapters, e-Buddies, and inclusive social connection.
Best Buddies in Illinois offers one-to-one friendship, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living programs for people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Quick facts
- Registration
- https://www.bestbuddies.org/join/
- Contact page
- https://www.bestbuddies.org/illinois/
- Phone
- 800-892-8339
- Ages
- Students and adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities, with chapter or program fit confirmed directly
- Season
- Ongoing friendship programs by school, chapter, Citizens, e-Buddies, and travel schedule
- Cost
- Families and adults should confirm any local chapter, Citizens, travel, or event costs directly with Best Buddies Illinois.
Location contacts
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The source lists Chicagoland Area Citizens in Chicago and statewide Illinois friendship programs; local meetings vary by chapter or program.
Programs and offerings
Source-linked details we found. Current options may differ, so confirm directly.
One-to-one IDD friendship programs
Friendship programs with school and college chapters, Chicagoland adult Citizens matches, e-Buddies, travel, staff-supported buddy pairs, and inclusive social connection.
- Ages
- Students and adults with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities, with chapter or program fit confirmed directly
- Season
- Ongoing friendship programs by school, chapter, Citizens, e-Buddies, and travel schedule
- Schedule
- The source describes weekly contact expectations for buddy pairs and program chapters; current meeting and event schedules vary by local program.
- Cost
- Families and adults should confirm any local chapter, Citizens, travel, or event costs directly with Best Buddies Illinois.
How we checked this listing (2 public sources)
Source notes only. They do not evaluate quality, safety, fit, or availability.
Listing check
- Last checked
- May 30, 2026
- Why this is listed
- The official Best Buddies Illinois Friendship page says one-to-one friendship programs build friendships between people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities, includes elementary, college, Citizens adult friendship, e-Buddies, travel, and lists Chicagoland Area Citizens in Chicago.
- Sources used
- 2 public sources
- Location contacts
- 1 public contact found
Program details we found
One-to-one IDD friendship programs
The official Best Buddies Illinois Friendship page says one-to-one friendship programs build friendships between people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities, includes elementary, college, Citizens adult friendship, e-Buddies, travel, and lists Chicagoland Area Citizens in Chicago.
Inclusion and support details
What the provider says: The source lists one-to-one friendships, adult Citizens, school and college chapters, e-Buddies, online friendships, travel-readiness, inclusive community, staff contact, and social interaction.
Access notes to confirm: Participants should confirm application steps, chapter availability, sponsor requirements, match support, communication preferences, event accessibility, transportation, sensory needs, mobility access, and restroom access.
What we checked
What we found: The official Best Buddies Illinois Friendship page says one-to-one friendship programs build friendships between people with and without intellectual and developmental disabilities, includes elementary, college, Citizens adult friendship, e-Buddies, travel, and lists Chicagoland Area Citizens in Chicago.
We avoid ranking, recommending, evaluating quality, or making safety claims. Use the source links and contact the provider before enrolling.
Sources used
Public pages used for this listing.
- Provider websiteBest Buddies Illinois Friendship
Please confirm current details directly before enrolling.
- Provider websiteOffice Directory - Best Buddies International
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What to confirm
- Openings, deadlines, cost, and cancellation rules.
- Ages, eligibility, forms, and first-visit expectations.
- Support model, staff preparation, supervision, and safety policies.
- Exact location, entrance, parking, equipment, and what to bring.
Questions to ask before you register
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- Do you currently have openings, waitlists, deadlines, or intake steps?
- What ages, support needs, communication needs, mobility needs, or supervision levels can this specific program support?
- What should families know about cost, financial assistance, cancellation rules, forms, and first-visit expectations?
- For sensory-friendly activities: what changes are made to sound, lighting, crowds, timing, quiet space, and re-entry?
- Who should families contact to talk through accommodations before registering?
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Common questions
Is Best Buddies Illinois Friendship Programs reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?
No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.
What information should families confirm with Best Buddies in Illinois?
Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.
Where did the listing information come from?
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