Promote the independent living philosophy, based on consumer control, peer support, self-help, self-determination, equal access and individual and systems advocacy.
Maximize the leadership, empowerment, independence, and productivity of individuals with significant disabilities.
Promote the integration and full inclusion of individuals with significant disabilities into the mainstream of American society.
Centers for Independent Living are operated and designed by individuals with disabilities. Each CIL provides independent living services for people with disabilities to support both community living and independence for people of all ages with all types of disabilities.
At a minimum, the centers are required to provide the following independent living services:
Information and referral services.
Independent living skills training.
Peer counseling.
Individual and systems advocacy.
Services that facilitate transition from nursing homes and other institutions to the community, provide assistance to those at risk of entering institutions, and facilitate transition of youth to postsecondary life.
If you live in a county that is listed as unserved, reach out to the Center for Independent Living that is nearest to you for information. In addition, you can reach out to your Disability Access Point (DAP) for assistance finding services and supports in Iowa.
List items for Centers for Independent Living
Director, Title: Kaydee Layne, Co-Executive Director & Outreach Specialist
Address: 1556 S. 1st Ave., Suite B, Iowa City, IA 52240
Note: The main office is in Lincoln, Nebraska. The League CEO Mike Schafer with the phone number at 1-402-441-7871 and email at mschafer@leagueofhumandignity.com.
