Tag Archives: independent living

Olmstead Community Training

…  World Institute on Disability and the Center for Independent Living are co-sponsoring a series of training events to educate the disability community on the Olmstead Decision. The first of this series will be Thursday, May 24, with Brenda Premo, Olmstead Advisory … Continue reading

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Accessible Playhouse Raffle

…  you know a child with a disability who dreams of owning a playhouse? The Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC) is collaborating with Intel and Habitat for Humanity Silicon Valley to provide accessible playhouses to children with disabilities and … Continue reading

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Take a Survey on Assistive Technology

The  Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU) program is conducting a survey to assess the assistive technology needs of people with disabilities. They want to ascertain both the current availability of such technologies as well as the potential for new innovative devices. With this … Continue reading

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Grand Opening of The Shop @ CIL

…  and celebrate the Grand Opening of THE SHOP at the Center for Independent Living on May 4 from 4:00 – 7:00 pm with demonstrations of assistive technology, information about The Shop, refreshments, and door prizes. The Shop provides wheelchair repairs and distributes donated … Continue reading

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Free Tax Preparation Help

…  preparation help.  For the nearest IRS location check this webpage, while AARP locations can be found here. If you happen to live in the San Francisco Bay Area, you have even more options!  The United Way of the Bay Area … Continue reading

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In the Sponsor Spotlight – CIL

…  Center for Independent Living (CIL) is a national leader in supporting disabled people in their efforts to lead independent lives.  As an organization founded by people with disabilities, the folks at CIL are highly motivated to achieve solutions, whether … Continue reading

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"It Just Makes You Smile"

…  fitting that the Ed Roberts Campus (a tribute to the late Ed Roberts, one of the primary leaders the Independent Living Movement) would itself represent yet another milestone in that movement. For the first time, a building specifically designed … Continue reading

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The Future of CTP

…  like this. The ERC will feature a sweeping circular ramp visible through two-story glass walls, Braille maps, automatic doors, extra-large elevators operated by foot paddles, and dozens of other features that will allow nearly anyone to feel at home. … Continue reading

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California Department of Rehabilitation

The California Department of Rehabilitation works in partnership with consumers and other stakeholders to provide services and advocacy resulting in employment, independent living and equality for individuals with disabilities. Continue reading

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The World Institute on Disability

The mission of the World Institute on Disability (WID) in communities and nations worldwide is to eliminate barriers to full social integration and increase employment, economic security and health care for persons with disabilities. Continue reading

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