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 …
IMPACT CIL collaborates to serve seniors aging in place Thanks to IMPACT CIL Executive Director Cathy Contarino and IMPACT CIL for helping INCIL launch the new column “Around The State” which will feature new CIL hires, consumer stories, projects, funding sources, and more. Watch for updates! DC: Good afternoon! Cathy, are there any activities or projects …
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