Information and Referral

We provide current information on local, state and federal disabilities issues and resources; refer persons with disabilities to other organizations for further assistance.

Independent Living Skills Training

We promote training of personal care assistance, kitchen skill and good nutrition, household management, self-care, interpersonal communication skills, managing personal finances, mobility/travel skills, equipment maintenance, personal growth, recreation, and exercising consumer rights.

Peer Counseling, Bob Hughes

We provide counseling by individuals with experience, knowledge and skills who have similar disabilities. Strive to maximize the leadership, empowerment, independence and productivity of individuals with similar disabilities.

Advocacy

We promote a policy for providing self-help and self-advocacy among individuals with significant disabilities. To establish personal goals, increase assertiveness, enable access to sources and serves, and exercise their rights to establish and maintain control over their own destiny. To educate and advocate businesses and government representatives on the abilities and needs of people with disabilities.

Education

We promote a variety of outreach activities to educate members of the community on the needs and abilities of people who have a disability and to address the school systems educational needs for children with disabilities.

Transportation

We promote a variety of outreach activities to educate members of the community on the needs and abilities of people who have a disability and to address the school systems educational needs for children with disabilities.

Housing

We promote a program for a greater number of accessible housing units for disabled persons. Provide an awareness program for Realtors and contractors that reflect the market place for accessible housing.

Ombudsman, Melissa Miskuf

A Long-Term Care Ombudsman serves as an advocate whose purpose is to resolve complaints on behalf of consumers of Long-Term Care services. The Ombudsman of an area receives, investigates, and attempts to resolve conflicts affecting residents of Long-Term Care facilities.