INCIL continued our “Around the State” feature in March with a spotlight on Executive Director Dawn Hand and the Stone-Hayes Center for Independent Living in Galesburg where building community relationships reaps rewards for their consumers. INCIL – Dawn, Stone-Hayes CIL is based in Galesburg and serves Henderson, Knox, and Warren counties. How would you describe …
Housing Action Illinois is a statewide coalition formed to protect and expand the availability of quality, affordable housing throughout Illinois. “We are working to create an Illinois where everyone has a good, stable home,” the HAI website explains. According to HousingActionIl.org, more than 160 housing counseling agencies, homeless service providers, developers of affordable housing, and …
The Harvard Law Review is among countless individuals and organizations worldwide remembering the life and work of civil rights pioneer, advocate, and warrior Judy Heumann who died on March 4, 2023. Read the tribute here.
IATP opens new doors to enhanced demonstration center, reuse collection, and accessibility trainings in deluxe new facility Illinois Assistive Technology Program in the former Vibra Hospital 701 N. Walnut, Springfield, Illinois www.iltech.org Everything about the Illinois Assistive Technology Program’s new home is an upgrade. The public rooms, 3-D Maker Space, Smart Home display rooms, Tech …
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“It always feels like we have all the barriers ahead,” Executive Director Pete Roberts reflects from his office at the Springfield Center for Independent Living. “But we have put so many behind us. We’ve won a lot of battles. It’s incredible what’s been done.” And so began my interview with the long-time disability rights advocate …
RAMP CIL Executive Director Jackie Sundquist admittedly “talks fast,” keeps facts at her fingertips, and engages others with her enthusiasm, dedication, and expanding vision for meeting the needs of persons with disabilities. Her team’s results tell the rest of the RAMP CIL story. “What sets RAMP apart,” Sundquist began when we spoke this week, “is …
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This story from Dezeen landed in our Inbox today featuring 11 accessible products they like. Let us know what you think! Dezeen Magazine, Eleven everyday designs reimagined for people with disabilities Lizzie Crook | 16 January 2023 From tableware to clothing, this roundup spotlights 11 everyday designs rethought by designers to maximize accessibility and inclusivity. Accessible design is a term used to describe products and …
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Thanks to INCIL’s Megan Norlin for recommending “Crip Camp, a Disability Revolution” on Netflix. I asked Megan for a resource to help my language skills and provide context for my new role and got a world more in this amazing film. It was the kind of experience audiences enjoy after hearing a perfect concerto, or …
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For our series spotlighting the activities of Illinois CILs, we spoke with DRC Executive Director Missy Martin from her office in Joliet. She described the Center’s new fully accessible, fully experiential life-skills center serving student groups, 1:1 training, FastTrack, and more. DiAnne: Good morning, Missy. Thank you for setting aside time to talk about DRC’s …
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As part of INCIL’s look at the work of CILs throughout the state, we asked Executive Director Sarah Stasik to share highlights of the Illinois Valley Center for Independent Living. IVCIL “Did You Know?” * The IVCIL team serves LaSalle, Bureau, Marshall, Stark, and Putnam counties.* Compared to Illinois averages, all 5 counties have a …