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/Program Assessments 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

• Social Skills/Manners
• Interpersonal Skills (Teasing, Bullying, Criticism, Anger Management)
• Assertiveness Skills

           Education/Training

• 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

          Information & Referral: 

   Common topic areas include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Housing
• Assistive Technology
• Disability-Related Organizations/Agencies/Resources
• Got a question? Just give us a call.

          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 Credit Management
• Adaptive Equipment

        Social/Recreation

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

        Transportation

• Drivers' Education (permit only)
• Adaptive Equipment
• Community Transportation
• Preparation for Travel
• Travel Safety
• Getting Around the Community