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
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
Posted on 05/14/25 by Isabel in Independent Living
[image:1] A key feature of a Center for Independent Living (CIL), like LEAP, is that we are consumer-controlled. What does consumer-controlled mean? Consumer control means that individuals with disabilities are not merely recipients of our services. They... read more
Posted on 05/07/25 by Isabel in Independent Living
[image:1] Centers for Independent Living (CILs) are designed to support community members with all types of disabilities. This inclusive approach ensures everyone in the disability community can access the support they need. In the 2024 program year,... read more
Posted on 04/11/25 by Isabel in Independent Living
[image:1] Centers for Independent Living (CILs) are often misunderstood or overlooked. Many confuse them for independent living facilities, asking questions like, "Do you provide housing?" The short answer is no, but there's a lot more to... read more
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