Additional
Independent Living Services...
The following list of services is provided to illustrate the variety and comprehensive nature of services available to individuals or groups of individuals. This is in no means all inclusive, but serves as a general guide to the array of services and supports that can be available.
Assessments
- Independent Living Needs Assessment
- Physical Assessments/Surveys for Home, Business and Recreational Facilities; Program Assessments are available.
Benefits Counseling
- Applying for Soucial 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
- 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
