In the United States, 1 in 4 adults has a disability – that\’s 61 million Americans. Illinois CILs work collaborate government and community partners to improve the health and independence of people living with disabilities in Illinois where more than 18% of adults have a disability. We know that awareness is important when educating the …
See more on Ann\’s life and legacy, including photos and videos, at https://incil.org/annford Sept. 24, 2018 Today the Illinois Network of Centers for Independent Living mourns the loss of Ann Ford, our founding Executive Director. Ann secured a place in history as a trailblazing organizer for people with disabilities who spent her entire adult life …
HAVE A TRANSPORTATION ISSUE? CAN’T FIND A RIDE? DO YOU NEED A RESOURCE TO HELP UNTANGLE THE COMPLICATED TRANSIT SYSTEM IN YOUR COMMUNITY? If an individual you serve has difficulty securing a ride to life situations, call the Rural Transit Assistance Center (RTAC) at the Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs at Western Illinois University. RTAC, …
On July 26, 2017, INCIL\’s Founding Executive Director Ann Ford was honored for her trailblazing advocacy by the National Council on Independent Living at the Annual Conference on Independent Living in Washington, D.C. Liz Sherwin accepted the award on Ann\’s behalf, recognizing her lifetime of service to others. Following is the nomination for Ann: Ann Ford\’s …
On May 1, 2017, Equip for Equality launched an Employment Rights Helpline – to provide FREE legal advice to employees and job seekers with disabilities in Illinois. Dial 1-844-744-4879 to access the helpline. This helpline was made possible by a grant from the Chicago Community Trust, and it aims to expand job opportunities for people …
Centers for Independent Living have a major, quantifiable impact in Illinois. Here are a few highlights — 22 Centers for Independent Living (CILs) operate across the state of Illinois 17 satellite offices extend the reach and impact of Illinois CILs 93 of Illinois’ 102 counties are directly served by a CIL 68,642 …
Dave Munroe at the Springfield Center for Independent Living was contacted by a person with a disability who lost coverage under an Integrated Care Plan under Medicaid.
There are 22 Centers for Independent Living across Illinois. Find yours here.
Through the centers, persons with disabilities in Illinois are empowered with the knowledge and skills to make their own life choices and pursue their own goals of self-sufficiency and full participation in their communities.
