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How do Independent Living services help?
Independent Living assists eligible individuals with significant disabilities obtain services that :
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provide an alternative to institutionalization, when possible
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improve functioning in one's family, home and community
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help prepare a person for a vocational rehabilitation program
Who is eligible?
A person may be eligible for Independent Living services if all of the following apply:
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they have a significant disability
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the disabling condition severely limits their ability to live independently
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services will significantly improve a person's ability to live independently
A person's financial resources must be considered to determine if the agency should pay
for many services. Some services are available to eligible individuals without regard to
financial need.
What services are available?
The Independent Living Program will help eligible individuals develop objectives and identify services that will result in a plan of action. Services may include but are not limited to:
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guidance and counseling
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rehabilitation engineering
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home and vehicle modifications
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independent living skills training
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certain equipment purchases
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recreation therapy services
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assistance with leisure services
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personal assistance and personal assistant management training
Services may be provided directly, purchased, or coordinated through other community
resources. For more information contact your local
Independent Living office.
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