Select a Service:

[Advocacy]

[Information & Referral]

[Peer Counseling]

[Skills Training]

[Veteran Services]

[Home Modification Program]

[Community Services]

[Youth School Groups]

[Ramp Project]

[Social Recreation]

[Additional Services]

Additional Independent Living Services...

The following list of services is provided to illustrate the variety and comprehensive nature of the services available to individuals or groups of individuals. This is in no means all inclusive, but services as a general guide to the array of services and supports that can be available.

Assessments

• Independent Living Needs Assessment
• Physical Assessment/Surveys for Home, Business, and Recreational Facilities; Program Assessments are available

Benefits Counseling

• Applying for Social Security Income and Social Security Disability Income
• Appeal Procedures
• Work Incentives
• PASS Plans

Civil Rights/Laws

• Disability Issues (i.e. - Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Individual's with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Individualized Education Plan (IEP), etc.)
• Self Advocacy Skills Development

Communication

• Educational Opportunities
• Aquiring Supportive Services
• Application/Registration
• Funding Options

Employment

• Educational Opportunities
• Acquiring Supportive Services
• Application/Registration
• Funding Options

Employment

• Resume Development
• Interviewing Techniques
• Job Seeking Skills
• Getting/Keeping a Job

Finances

• Spending Habits
• Financial Management/Banking
• Insurance Coverage (health, life, auto)
• Shopping/Comparison Shopping

Health Care Issues

• Medical Needs/Preventative Health Care
• Managing First Aid, Illness, and Emergencies
• Substance Abuse
• AIDS/HIV/Sexually Transmitted Diseases

Personal Growth/Self Help

• Self-Esteem/Self Confidence
• Problem Solving/Decision Making
• Goal Setting
• Understanding Disabilities
• Disability Awareness and the Community
• Peer Counseling - Cross-Disability; Group and Individual
• Sexuality/Relationships

Self-Care/Daily Living

• Menu Planning/Cooking Skills/Nutrition and Diet
• Laundry Skills
• House Cleaning Skills
• Hygiene/Grooming Skills
• Personal Care Management
• Adaptive Equipment

Social/Recreation

• Leisure Interests and Activities
• Developing Leisure Skills
• Community Recreational Opportunities

Transportation

• Driver's Education (permit only)
• Adaptive Equipment
• Community Transportation
• Preparation for Travel
• Travel Safety

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