ABOUT US Since 1969, Cornerstone Services has been an advocate for people with disabilities in Joliet and greater Will County area. The agency is a recognized leader in providing the support necessary for individuals with disabilities to live and work in the community. In recent years, Cornerstone has expanded services to Kankakee County, as well. Cornerstone is guided by the belief that people with disabilities are entitled to live in their own communities and make choices for themselves, like everybody else. To this end, Cornerstone employees provide specialized services that empower individuals with as much independence as possible. Some individuals may need a lot of help, while others may need just a little. The agency’s dedicated staff helps people find and keep jobs, maintain stable housing, and learn to access public transportation and community resources. Group and individual counseling and therapy for mental health needs are also provided by Cornerstone professionals. The organization is guided by an all-volunteer board of directors and has fostered partnerships with other local service providers. Our Mission Cornerstone Services, Inc. provides progressive, comprehensive services for people with disabilities, promoting choice, dignity and the opportunity to live and work in the community. Guiding Principles and Values To guide the agency toward the fulfillment of this mission, Cornerstone Services values... Individual Choice, as evidenced by the belief that:   • individuals are treated with dignity and respect.   • individuals are offered a variety of choices as well as the supports necessary to make informed decisions.   • service plans developed with (not for) individuals lead to greater independence.   • service planning should always be driven by the individual served and his/her supporters. Community Inclusion, as evidenced by the belief that:   • services are best when offered in typical community settings.   • services contribute to the ability of individuals to live and work as typical residents of the community. An advocacy role for staff and volunteers, as evidenced by a commitment  to:   • learn and practice skills necessary to act as advocates and teach individuals to advocate for themselves.   • a "team approach" for delivery of services. Locations Administrative 777 Joyce Road Joliet IL 60436 ph 815.741.7600 fax 815.723.1177 map Behavioral Health & Employment Services 800 Black Road Joliet IL 60435 ph 815.727.6667 map Community Services Personal Enrichment Program 134 Van Buren Joliet IL ph 815.727.3627 map Community Services Industrial Operations 2401 W Jefferson St Joliet IL ph 815.773.7113 map Community Services Developmental Training 1475 Harvard Kankakee IL 60901 ph 815.823.8412 Impact Training Center 777B Joyce Rd Joliet IL 60436 ph 815.730.4579 map Community Services Developmental Training 777B Joyce Rd Joliet IL 60436 ph 815.741.7607 map Administrative Officers President/Chief Executive Officer Ben Stortz Vice-President/Chief Operating Officer Don Hespell Vice-President/Chief Financial Officer David Loncala Vice-President/Chief Human Resources Officer Susan Murphy Vice-President/Chief Development Officer Susan Bultman Board of Directors Chairperson John R. Rogers Vice Chairperson Vincent A. Benigni Secretary J.D. Ross Treasurer Paul Leber Stanley Adams Jeffry Bennett Judith A. Block James B. Harvey Daniel W. Hecht John Kella Stephen M. Klafter Alex Ledesma Priscilla Lynch Ruth A. Mertz Robert A. Rogina Betsy Ruettiger John A. Sheridan

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