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Illinois AgrAbility.

Illinois AgrAbility provides free, customized assistance to help farmers and farm workers with disabilities or chronic health conditions continue working safely.

Offered byUniversity of Illinois Extensionverified 2026-07-10

Overview

What it does.

The statewide partnership can assess a Chester-area farm, recommend practical modifications and assistive technology, and connect the client with other service providers that may help implement solutions.

Best for: Agricultural workers whose health or disability creates barriers to safe, independent work.

Eligibility

Who and what may qualify.

Eligible applicants

  • Illinois farmers, farm workers, and veterans in agriculture affected by disability, injury, chronic disease, or age-related limitations

Eligible uses

  • Free customized onsite farm assessments
  • Recommendations for safe equipment and work practices
  • Education and referrals to other assistance

Uses excluded by the source

  • Direct equipment grants through AgrAbility itself

Application

How to start.

  1. Request assistance through the official Illinois AgrAbility site.
  2. Discuss the farm operation and limitations with program staff.
  3. Schedule an assessment when appropriate.

Timing: Requests are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Planning notes

Limits to account for.

  • Recommended equipment or modifications are not automatically funded.

AgrAbility can refer clients to other programs that may help finance recommended changes.

Evidence

Official sources.