Services for Independent Living, Inc.

Programs and Services

Advocacy

Advocating for the rights of persons with disabilities by influencing public policy on local, state and national legislative issues.
Assisting individuals with disabilities or family members to become self-advocates through one-on-one or group training sessions.

Program and Facility Evaluations: Providing consultation and customized workshops on the mandates of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA) as well as accessibility evaluations of facilities and programs to ensure compliance with the ADA.
Disability Awareness Training Workshops: Offering an opportunity to gain a better understanding of people with disabilities and disability related issues.
TTY Training: Providing training on how to handle TTY calls promptly and effectively.

Providing up-to-date information on adaptive equipment, transportation, accessible housing and other issues, as well as assisting individuals access resources.

Individual Peer Support Services: Providing consulting and support services to enhance an individual's independence.
Independent Living Skills Evaluation: Assessing a person's needs and abilities as they relate to living an independent, self-directed lifestyle.
Independent Living Skills Training: Teaching independent living skills necessary for persons with disabilities to create or maintain independent lifestyles.
Peer Consulting: Matching a trained volunteer peer consultant with a person who has a disability to share experiences, knowledge and skills.
All Disability Support Group: Sharing information through individual life experiences and guest presentations.

Assisting people with severe physical disabilities in their application for Personal Care Assistance (PCA) funds. SIL is a facility representative for the Ohio Rehabilitation Services Commission.

Assisting students with disabilities in making a smooth transition from school to work and/or higher education.