Our Mission
Our mission is to empower individuals with disabilities, mental illness and special needs to achieve independence and community inclusion.
Service Area
- The Association for Individual Development serves individuals throughout Kane, Kendall, Dekalb, Dupage, Suburban Cook and Will Counties. To see a map of our service are as well as a list of all our locations, click the more info link below. AID Service Area
- AID has a rich and dynamic history. In 1961 AID began as a classroom for eight children with disabilities in Aurora, now AID serves over 5,100 children and adults with disabilities throughout the entire Fox Valley Community. AID Timeline
- Be a part of AID's future. Follow the link below to view open positions available at this time with AID. AID Employment Opportunities
Our History
Employment
About AID
For over 50 years the Association for Individual Development (AID) has provided services to individuals who have developmental, physical and/or mental disabilities, those who have suffered a trauma or those at risk. All clients have access to vital, life enriching services through early intervention; developmental therapy; respite care; permanent, affordable housing; developmental and vocational training; job placement and on-the-job coaching services; crisis intervention; victims services; mental health treatment; behavioral intervention; community education and advocacy.
Serving more than 5,100 clients in 20 programs operating in 45 communities, AID is a leading provider of services that address the unique needs of individuals throughout every stage of their lives. A person-centered approach coupled with innovative practices ensures the highest level of accomplishment.
Board of Directors

- Chuck Miles, Chairmen
- Patrick Flaherty, Vice Chairmen
- Walter Dwyer, Treasurer
- Toni Vaughan, Secretary
- Sue Bergeson
- Milton Evans, Jr.
- Clifford Klotz
- Dan Lundberg
- Dr. Clem Mejia
- Jeff Noblitt
- John Potter
- Dr. Laurie Schnell
- Lydia Smith

