![]() These natural hormones are responsible for self-balance, reproduction, development and behavior of natural hormone synthesis, secretion, and transport. Mass industrial production and widespread use of EDCs have resulted in worldwide contamination.ĮDCs are exogenous agents with the ability to mimic endogenous hormones, interfering with their biosynthesis, metabolism, and normal functions. People’s exposure to chemicals is thought to be extensive, especially to EDCs, which supposed to alter the male reproductive tract. These chemicals could interact with the endocrine system. Light refreshments will be served.The focus of male infertility is that our environment is contaminated by natural and synthetic chemicals. The free resource fair will also feature appearances and remarks from north side community leaders, representatives of various city and state departments, and elected officials. ![]() The event will highlight VR and employment resources, as well as other human services that are available for all community members, with and without disabilities. ![]() Numerous private, non-profit and government agencies will distribute information about available services. "Closing this gap in VR services will improve the health and economic security of all members of the disabled community."ĭuring the resource fair, participants will be able to make connections and obtain information on how to access a variety of health care, nutrition, vocational training and rehabilitation services, as well as job-search tools and other employment-related resources. "Immigrants and refugees with disabilities living in Chicago's north side neighborhoods will no longer have to travel outside their community to access VR services," said Jae Jin Pak, ADOPT's Community Outreach Coordinator. Researchers at University of Illinois-Chicago's project ADOPT believe the new location will improve accessibility and outreach to more than one underserved community. "Residents of Chicago's north side will now be able to gain meaningful access to the state's VR system, as well as other employment-related resources and human services." "Ensuring that our residents can easily access and apply for our services is paramount to the success of the department," said IDHS Secretary Michelle R.B. The previous office located on Chicago's west side, was difficult for individuals with disabilities of all ethnicities and cultures to access in search of vocational rehabilitation (VR) services to obtain employment. Broadway will improve access to culturally competent disability and social services for immigrants and refugees, including Asians and for the broader population -disabled and non-disabled alike. The new IDHS Family and Community Resource Center (FCRC) at 5050 N. The event will celebrate the arrival and opening of the newest IDHS office in the diverse north side neighborhood of Uptown. at Lakeshore Medical Center, located at 4700 N. Aurelio Huertas or Januari Smith: (312) 793-2345Ĭhinese Mutual Aid Association North Side Communities Welcome Expansion of IDHS Services for Area Residents Resource Fair Highlights Employment and Rehabilitation ServicesĬHICAGO - The Illinois Department of Human Services' (IDHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS), in collaboration with Asian Human Services (AHS), the Chinese Mutual Aid Association (CMAA) and partners at the University of Illinois-Chicago Asians with Disabilities Outreach Project Think-Tank (ADOPT), will host a Welcoming Community Event and Resource Fair on Monday, May 5, 2014, from 10 a.m.
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