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Disability Pride Flag Colors and Symbolism

Posted on 07/01/25 by Isabel in General

A LEAP consumer co-wrote this blog. [image:1] July marks Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diverse members of the disability community for who they are. It promotes awareness and understanding of everyone's unique experiences, fostering... read more

Disability Pride Flag Colors and Symbolism

Posted on 07/01/25 by Isabel in General

July marks Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the diverse members of the disability community for who they are. It promotes awareness and understanding of everyone's unique experiences, fostering inclusion and acceptance. These celebrations... read more

Disability Pride Party: Embracing the Power of Disability Pride

Posted on 06/26/25 by Isabel in Community Social/Recreation

[image:1]Grab your friends and join us on Tuesday, July 22, for a Disability Pride Party! We'll be at Forest City Brewery from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. to celebrate disability pride and the 35th anniversary of... read more

Community-Based Services: Localized Support

Posted on 05/28/25 by Isabel in Independent Living

[image:1] Across the United States, there are 403 Centers for Independent Living (CILs). Each of these CILs is designed to serve a specific geographic region. For instance, there are 12 Centers for Independent Living statewide in Ohio.... read more

Non-Residential: Staying In Your Community

Posted on 05/14/25 by Isabel in Independent Living

[image:1] Unlike independent living facilities, Centers for Independent Living (CILs) do not provide housing. Instead, we support individuals with disabilities in living independently in their community through various programs and services that empower independent living. Independent Living... read more