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This service can be provided at an individual, community, or systems level. Consumers can request assistance in advocating for specific needs or services. 

Individual Level Advocacy may include (but is not limited to):
  • Assisting in Social Security Application process
  • Assisting in locating and filling out applications for county assistance
  • Attending Team Meetings
  • Attending IEP Meetings 

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Community Level Advocacy​
SWCIL representatives serve on a variety of committees, boards, and other groups to help ensure the needs of the disability community are considered and met. Some of the community groups SWCIL serves on include:
 

Citizens for Accessibility
Community Transition Inter-Agency Committee

DHS - EIDBI Advisory Group
Local Community Transit Advisory Committees
Local Community Transition Inter-Agency Committees

Mental Health Advisory Councils
Minnesota Association of Centers for Independent Living (MACIL)

Marshall Community Services Advisory Board
Marshall Area All-Inclusive Park Committee
Minnesota State Council on Disability
MN State Council on Disability- Access Committee

N. Collaborative Community Leadership Team
Southwest Regional Development Commission
SW MN Regional Ride Council
And Others


Systems - Level Advocacy

Advocates work to keep legislators informed about changing needs and how policy impacts individuals with disabilities.
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  • Home
  • Services
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Independent Living Skills Program >
      • Relocation Services
      • Advocacy
      • Information & Referral
      • Peer Counseling
      • Independent Living Assessments
    • Ramp Programs >
      • Permanent Ramp Program
      • Temporary Ramp Rentals
    • Assistive Technology Program >
      • Audio/Visual Aids
      • Physical Aids
      • Computer-Based
      • Cognitive/Learning Aids
    • Veteran's Services
    • CDCS Program
    • WIOA Program
    • Benefits Coaching
  • About
    • Staff >
      • Employment Opportunities
    • Board of Directors
    • Centerpieces Newsletter
    • Calendar of Events
    • Contact
  • Resources
    • Accessibility Information
  • Employment Opportunities