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We would like to welcome all people coming from outside the Chicago area to participate in the Disability Pride Parade! To make your stay in Chicago more enjoyable, we are offering you a variety of information to help you plan your visit, including:
List of Low Cost Housing Suggestions: Available in rich text format and adobe acrobat (PDF).
Low Cost Housing Suggestions
for the Nation's Second Annual Disability Pride Parade in Chicago, Illinois
GENERAL INFORMATION
**The Disability Pride Parade Planning Committee wishes to thank the Chicago March 20 Anti-War Organizing Coalition and the Society for Disability Studies for allowing us to adapt their existing housing lists to meet our specific needs.
As Chicago holds many business conventions which sometimes make getting housing difficult (particularly during the summer months), it is strongly recommended that out of town parade attendees make their hotel/motel reservations as soon as possible. Included in the list below also are low-cost hostels and university residences.
Wherever possible, we have indicated the number of accessible rooms available according to facility representatives. It is the responsibility of all out of town parade attendees, however, to arrange their own lodging and to ensure the accessibility of their lodging of choice. To assist with this, the Disability Pride Parade Planning Committee is including a copy of the U.S. Department of Justice's ADA Checklist for New Lodging Facilities in this packet. You can also access it at: http://www.ada.ufl.edu/ADAcd/cdpages/PDF_PUBS/HOTELCK/HSURVEY.PDF We strongly encourage out of town parade attendees to fax this checklist to potential lodging sites ahead of time, and receive a response before making a reservation.
When planning your trip from your lodging to the parade line-up/start, please note that Chicago is a very large city geographically, and so getting around can take a considerable amount of time. For more information on transportation options, please refer to the enclosed Transportation handout.
Inclusion of a facility on this list does not constitute approval or endorsement of that facility by the Disability Pride Parade Planning Committee. Also, prices listed are subject to change, so be sure to inquire about pricing for the month of July when you contact the facility in question.
DOWNTOWN LOCATIONS
H.I. Chicago
J. Ira and Nikki Harris Family Hostel
24 E. Congress Parkway
Chicago, IL 60605
Dormitory rooms: $30
(312) 360-0300 or (800) 909-4776, code 10
(312) 360-0313 (fax)
Accessible rooms available
http://www.hichicago.org/whatsnew.htm
Best Western Inn of Chicago
162 E. Ohio St.
Chicago, IL 60611
Rooms: $79
(312) 787-3100
(312) 573-3180 (fax)
11 accessible rooms
http://book.bestwestern.com/bestwestern/selectHotel.do
Chicago Travelodge Downtown
65 E. Harrison St
Chicago, IL 60605
Rooms start at $80
(312) 427-8000
(312) 427-8261 (fax)
3 accessible rooms
The Claridge Hotel
1244 N. Dearborn Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60610
Rooms: $129
(312) 787-4980
(312) 266-0978 (fax)
Comfort Inn and Suites
15 E. Ohio St.
Chicago, IL 60611
(312) 894-0900
(312) 894-0999 (fax)
At least 10 accessible rooms
http://www.chicagocomfortinn.com/
Essex Inn
800 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605
Rooms: $82
(312) 939-2800 or 1-800-621-6909
(312) 939-0526 (fax)
2 accessible rooms
Holiday Inn Mart Plaza
350 N. Orleans St.
Chicago, IL 60610
(312) 836-5000
(312) 222-9508 (fax)
8 accessible rooms with single beds
10 accessible rooms with double beds
http://www.chicago.martplaza.holiday-inn.com/
Holiday Inn and Suites
506 W. Harrison St.
Chicago, IL 60607
Rooms: $119
(312) 957-9100
(312) 957-0474 (fax)
8 accessible rooms
http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/hotel/chiwh?rpb=hotel&crUrl=/h/d/hi/1/en/hotelsearchresults
Howard Johnson Inn
720 N. LaSalle St.
Chicago, IL 60610
Rooms: $90
(312) 664-8100
(312) 664-2365 (fax)
Ohio Street Motel
600 N La Salle Drive
Chicago, IL 60610
Rooms: $77
(312) 943-6000
(312) 943-6063
Red Roof Inn
162 E. Ontario St.
Chicago, IL 60611
Rooms: $97
(312) 787-3580
(312) 787-1299 (fax)
http://www.redroof.com/reservations/inn_details.asp?innNumber=281
University of Illinois at Chicago
Inexpensive university residence hall that is perfect for student travelers on a budget needing a place to stay
Residence Life West
1933 W. Polk St.
Chicago, IL 60612
Private rooms: 20
Rate: $32 per room per night
Semi-private rooms: 40
Rate: $22 per room per night per person
(312) 355-6300
(312) 355-6404 (fax)
e-mail: angelau@uic.edu
Dates of operation: May 31 through July 31
Hours of operation: check-in: 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.; check-out: 11 a.m.
Facilities: University of Illinois' residence hall accommodations range from traditional double rooms with community baths to apartment-style rooms with private baths and kitchens. Rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with single beds, desks and chairs. Linens are available to all guests.
Location and nearby attractions: University of Illinois at Chicago is located on Chicago's near west side. The residence hall is easily accessible by both bus and train routes which make several stops on the campus.
Amenities: Laundry room and cafeteria.
Reservations accepted.
Payment: Cash, traveler's checks
NORTH SIDE LOCATIONS
Chicago International Hostel
6318 N. Winthrop Ave.
Chicago, IL 60660
Private rooms: start at $55 per room per night
Dormitory rooms: $25
(773) 262-1011
http://www.ci.chi.il.us/Tourism/GeneralInfo/HostelChicInt/html
Best Western Hawthorne Terrace
3434 N. Broadway Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
Rooms: $79 to $99
(773) 244-3434
(773)244-3435 (fax)
4 accessible rooms
http://www.hawthorneterrace.com
Inn at Lincoln Park
601 W. Diversey Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60614
Rooms: $109
(773) 348-2810
(773) 348-1912 (fax)
No accessible rooms
Majestic Hotel
528 W. Brompton Ave.
Chicago, IL 60657
Rooms: $109
(773) 404-3499
(773) 404-3495 (fax)
No accessible rooms
Days Inn Gold Coast
1816 N. Clark St.
Chicago, IL 60614
Rooms: $79 to $89
(312) 664-3040
(312) 664-3048 (fax)
8 accessible rooms
Days Inn Lincoln Park North
644 W. Diversey Pkwy.
Chicago, IL 60614
About 6 miles from the parade line-up/starting point.
Rooms: $70
(773) 525-7010
(773) 525-6998 (fax)
3 accessible rooms
http://www.lpndaysinn.com/index2.html
Willows Hotel - CTB
555 W. Surf St.
Chicago, Illinois 60657
Rooms: $89 - $109
(773) 528-8400
(773) 528-8433 (fax)
Arlington House International Hostel
616 W. Arlington Pl.
Chicago, IL 60614
Private rooms: $68 per room per night for 1 or 2 guests
Semi-private rooms: $54 per room per night for 1 or 2 guests
Dormitory rooms: $24 per night/per person
(773) 929-5380
Toll free: (800) 467-8355
(773) 665-5485 (fax)
Private rooms and bathrooms are accessible
http://www.arlingtonhouse.com/
SOUTH SIDE LOCATIONS
International House of Chicago (hostel)
1414 E. 59th St.
Chicago, IL 60637
The International House is located on the campus of University of Chicago. Public transportation on the South Side is notoriously slow as buses are infrequent on weekends.
Private rooms: $50
Phone: (773) 753-2270
Fax: (773) 753-1227
http://ihouse.uchicago.edu/
Illinois Institute of Technology
Inexpensive university residence hall that is perfect for student travelers on a budget needing a place to stay
3200 S. Wabash Ave.
Chicago, IL 60616
(312) 808-6403
(312) 567-5926 (fax)
summerhousing@iit.edu
Dates of operation: June 1 through August 1
Hours of operation: check-in: 1 p.m. (Sunday - Friday); check-out: 11 a.m.
Facilities: The Illinois Institute of Technology's accommodations are typical residence hall style. Guests may choose single or double rooms, but single rooms are limited and issued on a first come-first served basis. Community bathrooms are located on each floor.
Location and nearby attractions: The residence hall is located three miles south of Chicago's downtown Loop. Bus lines are within one block of campus.
Amenities: Laundry room and cafeteria.
# of Private rooms: 42
# of Semi-private rooms: 335
Reservations accepted one week in advance with credit card guarantee.
Payment: Cash, personal checks, Visa
Photo identification required.
MORE EXPENSIVE OPTIONS
Chicago Hilton and Towers
720 S. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60605
Phone: (31) 922 4400 or (800) 445 8667
Fax: (312) 922 5240
Courtyard by Marriott Chicago Downtown
30 E. Hubbard St.
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 329 2500 or (800) 321 2211
Fax: (312) 329 0293
Days Inn Lake Shore Drive
644 N. Lake Shore Dr.
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 943 9200 or (800) 541 3223
Fax: (312) 255 4411
DoubleTree Guest Suites
198 E. Delaware Pl.
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 664 1100 or (800) 222 8733
Fax: (312) 664 9881
Embassy Suites
600 N. State St.
Chicago, IL 60610
Phone: (312) 943 3800 or (800) 362 2779
Fax: (312) 943 7629
Embassy Suites
511 N. Columbus Drive
312-836-5900
http://www.embassysuiteschicago.com/
Fairfield Inn and Suites
216 E. Ontario
312-787-3777
http://www.fairfieldsuiteschicago.com/
Fairmont
200 N. Columbus Dr.
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: (312) 565 8000 or (800) 527 4727
Fax: (312) 856 1032
Four Seasons
120 E. Delaware Pl.
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 280 8800 or (800) 332 3442
Fax: (312) 280 1748
Hotel Inter Continental Chicago
505 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 944 4100 or (800) 628 2112
Fax: (312) 944 3050
http://chicago.intercontinental.com/
Hyatt Regency
151 E. Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: (312) 565 1234 or (800) 233 1234
Fax: (312) 565 2966
Omni Chicago Hotel
676 N. Michigan Ave.
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 944 6664 or (800) 843 6664
Fax: (312) 266 3015
Palmer House Hilton
17 E. Monroe St.
Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: (312) 726 7500 or (800) 445 8667
Fax: (312) 263 2556
Radisson Hotel and Suites
160 E. Huron
312-787-2900
http://www.radisson.com/chicagoil
Raphael Chicago
201 E. Delaware Pl.
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 943 5000 or (800) 983 7870
Fax: (312) 943 9483
Renaissance Chicago Hotel
1 W. Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: (312) 372 7200 or (800) 468 3571
Fax: (312) 372 0093
Ritz Carlton
160 E. Pearson St.
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 266 1000 or (800) 691 6906
Fax: (312) 266 1194
Sheraton Chicago Hotel and Towers
301 E. North Water St.
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 464 1000 or (800) 233 4100
Fax: (312) 464 9140
Swissôtel
323 E. Wacker Dr.
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: (312) 565 0565 or (800) 654 7262
Fax: (312) 565 0540
The Drake
140 E. Walton Pl.
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: (312) 787 2200 or (800) 553 7253
Fax: (312) 787 1431
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Transportation Information: Available in rich text format and PDF.
Traveler's Guide to Parade Location
The parade starting point is conveniently located one block west of the Randolph exit of the Kennedy Expressway at Halsted, just west of the Loop. Use the closest of these routes from your starting point.
Driving
From the North or Northwest
1. Edens Expressway (I-94) south to the Kennedy Expressway (I-90/94)
2. Kennedy Expressway to Randolph exit just past the "Hubbard's Cave" overpass. Use caution, as heavy trucks are merging. So get into the right lane early, as exit comes up quickly. West to Halsted.
3. Lake Shore Drive, south to Randolph Street exit, then west through the Loop, 1.5 miles to Halsted.
4. Any east/west street that crosses Halsted; go to Halsted then proceed south to Randolph.
From the West
1. I-290 east (Congress/Eisenhower Expressway) to Kennedy Expressway (I-94 west; Circle Interchange) north to Randolph exit, then west.
2. Washington Boulevard, east to Halsted, left one block north to Randolph.
From the Southwest
1. I-55 (Stevenson Expressway) to I-94 west (Dan Ryan Expressway) to Randolph Street exit, then left on Halsted about 2.5 miles to Randolph.
2. Archer Avenue to Halsted, then left on Halsted about 2.5 miles to Randolph.
From the South
1. Dan Ryan Expressway (I-94) north to Randolph, then left to Halsted.
2. Lake Shore Drive north to Randolph Street exit, then west 1.5 miles (through the Loop) to Halsted.
3. Michigan Avenue north to Randolph, turn left 1 mile to Halsted.
Parking
The first block of the parade (between Halsted and Green) is the staging area and there is no parking there.
Further west on Randolph Street on the adjacent service drives there is parking and it will not interfere with the parade. In fact, if you park there and have supporting signs on you car, it would help. Parking is available on adjacent parallel streets to the parade route: Washington and Madison to the south and Lake Street to the north. Madison has meters the whole length to Ashland, but Washington and Lake have them starting about 3-4 blocks from Halsted Street.
Keep in mind that the city, by ordinance cannot write a parking ticket at a meter if the vehicle displays a valid disability plate or placard (from mirror).
There is also parking on many close north/side side streets as these are shorter blocks. Resist the temptation to park in anyone's parking lot whose business you are not using, even if the business is closed, as you will be towed anyway. Also watch for day/hour sign restrictions.
Public Transportation (CTA/RTA)
Call RTA at 836-7000 (any local area code) or go online at www.transitchicago.com for route connections to Randolph and Halsted. All CTA and PACE buses are wheelchair accessible. However, only about 98 of 144 CTA rail stations are accessible. So let them know if you will need an accessible route. The Green Line exit at Ashland and Lake is accessible. This is at the parade end and is about 100 feet away from Union Park.
Metra Trains
Please call 312-322-6777 or go online at www.metrarail.com to get Metra schedules for Saturday.
Paratransit and Taxi Drop-Off/Pick-Up
The Drop-Off Address for the start of the parade is 150 N. Halsted; the pick-up addresses at parade end is 1501 W. Randolph.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Inclusion of a transportation option on this list does not constitute approval or endorsement of that option by the Disability Pride Parade Planning Committee. Also, prices listed are subject to change, so be sure to inquire about pricing when you contact the resource in question.
GETTING TO/FROM THE AIRPORT
Continental Airport Express
This airport shuttle service is readily available at the airport for riders who can board vans and buses. This service also offers wheelchair accessible vans if reservations are phoned in no later than the day before pick-up is needed. A one-way trip between O'Hare Airport and the downtown hotels is $17.00. The trip between Midway Airport and downtown is a bit less costly. To reserve a ride or to obtain more information, call (800) 654-7871.
Standard taxi service is readily available at both airports. To reserve accessible taxis, call any of the following companies (they must be reserved in advance), or call the Chicago Accessible Taxicab Service toll-free at 1-800-281-4466. You need to specify whether you use a wheelchair, scooter or other mobility device.
American United Cab (773) 248-7600. Call an hour ahead.
Yellow Cab (312) 829-4222
Blue Ribbon (773) 878-5400
Checker (312) 243-2537
SCR Livery Service (773) 768-7000
Dart & Flash Cab, Inc. (773) 866-9200
King Drive Cab (773) 487-9000
Limos R Us, Inc.(773) 792-9380
To report any problems with the accessible cabs, call (312) 744-9400 or www.cityofchicago.org
Public Transportation From O'Hare Airport
From the lower level baggage area, follow the signs downstairs to the "el," Chicago's subway. Standard fare is $1.75, with $.25 for a transfer. Allow yourself approximately 1 hour or more for transit time to and from the airport. To return to the airport after the parade, take the Blue Line train all the way to the end of the line at O'Hare Airport.
Public Transportation From Midway Airport
Follow the signs in the airport to the "el," Chicago's subway. Standard fare is $1.75 with $.25 for a transfer. Allow yourself at least one hour and 15 minutes transit time. To return to the airport after the parade, take the Orange Line train all the way to the end of the line at Midway Airport.
GETTING AROUND CHICAGO
If you would like information about public transportation in the Chicago area, call (312) 836-7000. (There are accessible public commuter trains and buses traveling between airports and downtown but we hear that break-downs and equipment problems can leave guests stranded on their way to the city if they don't know how to work the systems, so consider these options carefully. Within the downtown area, however, public buses are quite reliable.)
If you are a registered paratransit rider in your state and would like to extend your paratransit eligibility to Chicago while visiting here, call (312) 432-7025, ext. 6652 (Ms. Petty), or ext. 6643. To receive paratransit service, all visitors must present documentation that they are ADA paratransit eligible for the jurisdiction in which they reside. If a visitor is unable to present such documentation, the CTA will require documentation of residence and/or disability. Visitors will not be provided service for more than 21 days from the date of the first paratransit trip.
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A List of Equipment, Service, Supply, and Resources: Available in rich text format and PDF.
Equipment, Supply, and Service Resources
for the Nation's Second Annual Disability Pride Parade in Chicago, Illinois
GENERAL INFORMATION
**The Disability Pride Parade Planning Committee wishes to thank the Society for Disability Studies for allowing us to adapt their existing equipment and supply list to meet our specific needs.
Inclusion of a vendor or service on this list does not constitute approval or endorsement of that vendor or service by the Disability Pride Parade Planning Committee. Also, prices listed are subject to change, so be sure to inquire about pricing when you contact the resource in question.
WHEELCHAIR/SCOOTER/SUPPLY RENTAL
Amigo Mobility Center - (scooter rentals, $20/day; $35 delivery)
(630) 268-8670 (voice)
(630) 268-8667 (fax)
doh246@aol.com (email)
Contact: Dan Doherty
Fitzsimmons Surgical Supply Co. - (Medical supplies - purchase only)
2147 w. 95th St.
Evergreen Park, IL 60642
(773) 881-8700
Metro Rehab Services, Inc. - (3-day notice for wheelchair/scooter rental)
11551 S. Ridgeland
Worth, IL 60482
(708) 361-7060
Contact: Beth Ann Foster
National Seating and Mobility
1665 Quincy Ave. Suite 187
(630) 428-9350
Contact: Denise Harmon
Rehabtech - (wheelchair rental, some equip. rental)
(630) 420-8585
Contact: Erika
Savant Medical Supply - (w.c./scooter rental, oxygen/respiratory equip. rental)
(708) 771-2000 ext. 30
Contact: Arthur Wierzdbicki
Steele Home Health Care Center (rents wheelchairs, scooters, all types of equip.)
(773) 545-9500
Contact: J.B. Roback
SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETING SERVICES
Chicago Hearing Society Interperter Referral Service
773-248-9121
www.chicagohearingsociety.org/Programs/interpreter_referral.htm
Interpreting Hands, Inc.
773-818-8378
Chicago Area Interpreter Referral Services
312-895-4300
www.cairs.net
REAL-TIME CAPTIONING SERVICES
Caption First
www.captionfirst.com
PERSONAL CARE ASSISTANCE SERVICES
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Other Relevant Links:
WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE VAN RENTALS:
Midwest Mobility
http://www.mobilityvans4rent.com/
437 West Wise Road
Schaumburg, IL 60193
(847) 923-9892
Fax: (847) 985-0876
Wheelchair Getaways http://www.wheelchairgetaways.com/franchiselocations.htm
2511 Sigwalt Street
Rolling Meadows, IL 60008
Sue Keyzer
(800) 637-2597
Accessible Vans of America
http://www.accessiblevans.com/
Wheelers
http://www.wheelersvanrentals.com/index.htm
Access Wheels, Inc.
Headquarters in Arizona
Serves central Illinois area and locations throughout the country.
(800) 456-1371
ADAPTED RENTAL CARS:
Rental cars with hand controls are available at many airports and major cities. For more Information call:
Avis, (800) 331-1212
Hertz, (800) 654-3131
National, (800) 328-4567
TRAINS:
Metra Passenger Services
547 West Jackson Blvd.
Chicago, IL 60661
(312) 322-6777
www.metrarail.com
Chicago Transit Authority--Buses & "L" trains
www.transitchicago.com
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