Services
The Southwestern Center for Independent Living (SWCIL) offers a wide array of services for individuals, businesses, and communities. The list below describes just some of the services we provide. Please contact us with additional questions on services or eligibility.

Independent Living Skills 

Independent Living Skills Training includes services which assist people in maintaining or gaining independence in one or more areas of their lives. This can include social skills, employment skills, personal care skills/management, budgeting and money management, daily living skills such as housekeeping and meal preparation, and others.

Accessibility Information

If you have general questions about accessibility for your home or business, we can provide you with information and resources to help. The Southwestern Center for Independent Living engages in community involvement in order to create more inclusive communities with equal access for all.

Ramp Program 

Our Ramp programs offer free assessments for individuals looking to install modular wooden ramps for home access or who are interested in renting ramps on a temporary basis. SWCIL will assist individuals in locating resources to be able to purchase ramps, and has a dedicated construction team to build the customized ramps.
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CDCS

Our CDCS Support Planning Program assists consumers on County Waiver Programs who are eligible to allow them choice and flexibility with the services and supports they receive. Our Certified Support Planners offer assistance in developing and monitoring support plans as well as locating available resources.

Veteran's Directed 

SWCIL is dedicated to serving Veterans and offers many community-based services for Veteran's and their families. 
SWCIL services are not a replacement for benefits that a Veteran may qualify for with the U.S. Department of Veteran's Affairs. Veteran's with disabilities may access any SWCIL service. 
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Assistive Technology

Our Assistive Technology (AT) Program offers a lending library and learning baskets for free demonstrations on the assistive technology we have available. Our AT Program Manager will assist you in finding the device or devices that are right for you.

 Consumer Direction and Consumer Control
The Southwestern Center for Independent Living provides services  that are consumer-directed. This means that you determine whether to receive services, which services are needed, the best methods to work together, and the target goal. Your goals and needs are our first priority when working with you. To view more information on our team members, click the link below. 
Have a question? Contact us! Our team is here to provide resources, answer questions, or give you direction on where to go to meet your needs. Click on the button below to contact someone in our office today!
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Funding for Independent Living Services is provided by the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development, Vocational Rehabilitation Services from the State's General Fund, and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.