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Elim Christian School-Day

Special-Needs Schools · Crestwood, IL
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Focus
Day School Autism Developmental Delay Emotional Disability Hearing Impairment Intellectual Disability Multiple Disabilities Other Health Impairment
Area
Crestwood, IL
Description
ISBE-approved nonpublic special-education facility (day school), serving students with autism, developmental delay, emotional disability, hearing impairment, intellectual disability, multiple disabilities. Illinois districts can place and fund students here under Section 14-7.02.
Website
elimcs.org

What this special-needs school offers

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Elim Christian Services is a faith-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit in Illinois that supports children and adults with disabilities in leading their fullest, God-given lives through person-centered school, adult, and consulting services. Operating since 1952, it runs two campuses (Crestwood and Orland Park) and employs over 400 staff.

Leadership
Dr. Bill Lodewyk — President
Dr. Vanesa Scott-Thompson — Vice President of Program and People
Mr. Robert Hooker — Vice President of Finance and Operations
Mr. Brian Page — Vice President of Strategic Partnerships
Dennis Harms — Associate Vice President of Philanthropy
Stacey De Groot — Director of Human Resources
Bradley Johnson — Director of Adult Services
Brian Nichols — Director of Information Technology
Irene Yuska — Director of School
Xan Nikchevich — Director of Learning & Organizational Development
Christopher August — Director of Facilities
Joshua Beaton — Director of Advancement, Marketing, and Communications
Julie Blecker — Director of Finance
Staff
Dr. Mackenzi Huyser — Board Chairperson
Mrs. Jennifer Harris — Board Vice Chairperson
Mr. Ross Van Drunen — Board Treasurer
Mr. Allan Abinoja — Board Secretary
Populations served
Intellectual disabilities Physical disabilities Autism Spectrum Disorder
Setting
Day
Ages
3–22 (school); adults (adult services)
On-site therapies
Behavioral therapy (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)
Services
Special education Vocational/life skills training Behavioral therapy (BCBA services) School consulting Adult day programming Community service opportunities
Programs
Elim Christian School Elim Adult Services Elim Learning (school consulting services)
Founded
1952
Phone
(708) 389-0555
Highlights
Founded in 1952; over 400 staff across two Illinois campuses (Crestwood and Orland Park); open to all individuals regardless of religious affiliation.
Approach
Equip people with disabilities to pursue their God-given potential by offering person-centered services and partnering with communities.

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