CIL
INFORMATION PACKET
HISTORY
MISSION STATEMENT
STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
GUIDELINES FOR ELIGIBILITY
PROGRAMS, SERVICES, & ACTIVITIES CIL HISTORY
The CIL was created by a group of people who were made up of consumers, parents, professionals, and community advocates. This group of people felt it was important to develop an organization that would provide independent living services for individuals with disabilities. The CIL is an organization that offers programs and services to assist people with disabilities achieve their own independent lifestyle.
The CIL is a non-profit organization certified by the State to operate as a Center for Independent Living. The funding and financial support of the CIL comes from many sources including: private and public foundation grants, governmental grants, community grants, United Way, contributions from the public, and fee for service.
The programs and services that the CIL offer include Information and Referral, Community Services, Individual and Systems Advocacy, Peer Counseling, Independent Living Skills Training, Transition from School to Community Living, Waivered Services, Semi-Independent Living Services (SILS), Community Alternatives for Disabled Individuals (CADI), Ramp Project , Assistive Technology and Recreational Activites. The services are offered in a nine county area of the state. The nine counties include: ___, ____, ____, ____, ____, ____, _____, ____, and ____.
MISSION STATEMENT
The CIL is a non-profit organization committed to providing a wide array of services to assist individuals with disabilities to live independently, pursue meaningful goals, and have the same opportunities and choices as all persons.
STATEMENT OF PHILOSOPHY
The CIL believes that persons with disabilities have the right to:
live as independently as their abilities allow; receive services based on need; have the same access to opportunities as all persons; exercise self-determination; access to programs which maximize their potential; integration into the community; employment which enhances their self worth and financial independence; a guarentee of full civil and constitutional rights; and choose available options and receive assistance toward independence. GUIDELINES FOR ELIGIBILITY
PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY
Independent Living Program Transition From School To Community Living Program Peer Counseling Program Advocacy Information and Referral Assistive Technology Assessments Community Services Ramp Project
The CIL will provide the above programs and services to individuals or families regardless of race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, color, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, and economic status. Service is provided to all disability groups where barriers are present that limit the individuals ability to live independently.
An individual seeking assistance will be accepted into the program based on 1) the presence of a disability that limits his/her ability to function independently and 2) a reasonable expectation that independent living services will assist the individual to achieve a degree of independence.
SEMI-INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES ELIGIBILITY
Any person age 18 or older who is diagnosed as developmentally disabled or has a related condition as determined by the Department of Human Services criteria is eligible to receive SILS services. Equal consideration will be given to any individual requesting services without regard to race, creed, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, color, religion, ancestry, age, marital status, or disability.
WAIVERED ELIGIBILITY
Persons determined appropriate for waivered services by a county screening team shall be considered for services. Any person who is diagnosed as Traumatic Brain Injured, Developmentally Disabled, or has a related condition as determined by this state’s Department of Human Services criteria is eligible to receive Waivered Services. Equal consideration will be given to any individual requesting services without regard to race, creed, sex, national origin, color, religion, ancestry, age, marital status or disability. COMMUNITY ALTERNATIVES FOR DISABLED INDIVIDUALS (CADI) ELIGIBILITY In order to be eligible for CADI you must:
Be under age 65;
Be certified as disabled by either the Social Security Administration or by the State Medical Review Team;
Be eligible for Medical Assistance (MA). Eligibility for MA is based on your income and assets, even though you may live with your parents or spouse. However, parents of minor children are required to pay a contribution toward the medical bills paid by MA for their child if their income is above certain limits;
Be an applicant to, or resident of a nursing home;
Require the level of care provided in a nursing facility;
Have a Preadmission Screening (PAS). A brochure on PAS [DHS-2497] is available through your county social services agency or public health;
Choose community care;
Have an individual care plan that assures your health and safety; and
The cost to MA for community care cannot exceed the cost to MA for nursing home care. INDEPENDENT LIVING PROGRAM
SERVICES
Independent living skills training is provided on an individual or small group basis. This training can be provided in the home, CIL office, or in the community.
The Independent Living Program provides adults and youth with disabilities an opportunity to make choices and learn the skills which will assist them in achieving the highest level of independence possible.
GOALS
1. To assist adults and youth with disabilities to live as independently as possible. 2. To assist adults and youth in learning independent living skills for maximum community integrations and participation. 3. To insure that adults and youth with disabilities are aware of available resources and options that assist with independent living..
SKILLS TRAINING AREAS
socialization skills health care issues housing home making transportation financial management cooking sexuality community resources employment and education options recreation and leisure safety advocacy disability awareness TRANSITION FROM SCHOOL TO COMMUNITY LIVING PROGRAM
SERVICES
Independent living skills training is provided to students on a small group basis. Young adults between the ages of 14 and 22 who are interested in learning independent living skills are eligible for this program. Training is provided within the school, the home, and in the community.
The Transition from School to Community Living Program provides a bridge between the security of school and the opportunities, risk, and responsibilities of adult life.
GOALS
1. To assist young adults with disabilities in the transition from school to independent living and adult life. 2. To assist young adults in learning independent living skills for maximum community integration and participation. 3. To insure that young adults with disabilities are aware of available resources and options that assist with the transition process.
SKILLS TRAINING AREAS
socialization skills health care issues housing home making transportation financial management cooking sexuality community resources employment and education options recreation and leisure safety advocacy disability awareness
PEER COUNSELING PROGRAM
Peer Counselors assist persons with disabilities to achieve the independence they desire by sharing experiences, providing educational resources, and giving support to:
assist individuals to become independent by recognizing and developing their own knowledge, skills, and strengths; increase social contacts; assist in problem solving; increase knowledge and use of community resources; provide support and friendship; increase interpersonal skills; and provide opportunities for individuals to become positive role models while encouraging self-help, self-direction, and self-determination.
ADVOCACY PROGRAM
The CIL provides advocacy for consumers in the areas of housing, transportation, civil and constitutional rights, employment, recreation, and other life situations. Advocacy is based on consumer self referral and referrals by family members, or other service providers requesting assistance from the CIL.
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL
The CIL provides individuals with disabilities, family members, other service providers, and the community at large with information on options, resources, and issues that influence independent lifestyles. The information helps to assist in making choices and meeting the Independent Living needs of individuals with disabilities.
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL AREAS
Accessible Housing Directory Accessible Transportation Directory General Information and Referral
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY ASSESSMENTS
The CIL provides consumers with comprehensive technology assessments. Needs and skills are evaluated with recommendations made in the areas of daily living, education, employment and recreation.
SEMI-INDEPENDENT LIVING SERVICES (SILS) SERVICES
Services are provided on an individual basis within the home or in the community. The SILS program serves individuals diagnosed as developmentally disabled, who do not require twenty-four hour supervision yet are not ready for complete independent living.
GOALS
1. To provide consumers with the necessary supports which will enable them to maximize their independence in the community. 2. To prepare consumers for an independent life style in the community of their choice. 3. To gradually decrease the amount of support each consumer needs until they reach the point where they are living as independently as possible within the community.
SKILLS TRAINING AREAS
training in meal planning, meal preparation, and shopping; training in first aid skills, responding to emergencies, and symptoms of illness; training in money management; training in self-administration of prescriptions and nonprescription medications; training in the use of the telephone and public utilities; development of social, recreation, and transportation abilities; specific training plan concerning the development of appropriate behaviors for consumers displaying inappropriate behaviors; training in matters of personal appearance and hygiene; training in apartment and living environment maintenance; training in use of community resources; training in socialization skills; training in the area of sexuality; training in educational and employment options; and training regarding disability awareness and self-advocacy. WAIVERED SERVICE SERVICES
Services are provided on an individual basis within the home and in the community and include:
In-Home Family Support Supported Living Services for Adults Supported Living Services for Children Independent Living Skills
Waivered services provide adults and children with Traumatic Brain Injury and Developmental Disabilities an opportunity to learn skills which will assist them in achieving the highest level of independence possible.
GOALS 1. To increase independence in performing tasks and activities that reduce dependence on care givers. 2. To increase opportunities to use and participate in a variety of community resources and activities. 3. To increase opportunities to develop decision making skills and to make informed choices in all aspects of daily living. 4. To increase interaction with non-disabled individuals. 5. To provide daily schedules, routines, environments, and interactions similar to that of non-disabled individuals.
SKILLS TRAINING AREAS socialization skills health care issues housing home making transportation financial management cooking sexuality community resources employment and education options recreation and leisure safety advocacy disability awareness COMMUNITY SERVICES FOR DISABLED INDIVIDUALS (CADI) SERVICES
SERVICES
Independent living skills services on an individual basis within the home and in the Community.
GOALS
The CADI program is intended to promote community living and independence by providing appropriate support services based on individual needs.
SKILLS TRAINING AREAS
socialization skills health care issues housing home making housing transportation financial management cooking sexuality community resources employment and education options recreation and leisure safety advocacy disability awareness
RAMP PROJECT
The purpose of the Ramp project is to provide an accessible means for disabled individuals to leave and return to their homes. The project provides a ramp at a cost for materials only and allows a method of payback based on a sliding fee scale according to the household size and income.
COMMUNITY SERVICES
Community outreach relates to activities including presentations/workshops, systems advocacy, support groups, recreational activities, technical assistance, and assistive technology. The activities have an impact that will increase disability awareness and provide a means for consumer involvement along with leadership roles.
PRESENTATIONS/WORKSHOPS
The CIL provides information through sessions and training pertaining to Independent Living goals and philosophy. The CIL also provides disability awareness training and training on other disability related issues to various community organizations, agencies, and the public at large.
SYSTEMS ADVOCACY
In its role of providing systems advocacy, the CIL takes a position on local, state, and national disability issues and conducts activities involving consumers in promoting disability rights and independent living.
SUPPORT GROUPS
Support groups provide a common setting where individuals of similar disabilities can share experiences and ideas as they relate to their disabilities in everyday life. Individuals draw support from one another and gain insight into disability awareness and coping mechanisms.
RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
The CIL offers recreational opportunities to its consumers. The CIL wants to expose consumers to activities and facilities that could provide positive leisure experiences. Some of these activities include: Summer Softball, Wilderness Inquiry, YMCA Day, Enjoy Life Club (ELC). TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
The CIL provides information and assistance to businesses, other service providers, and schools about disability laws which include: Americans with Disability Act (ADA), Section 504, Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) etc.
ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY
The CIL offers a drop-in Technology and Resources Center that is open to the public. The center has low tech assistive devices that are useful in a variety of daily living situations. The technology center also provides user-friendly hands-on adaptive computer hardware and software, state-of-the-art taped and written materials on technologies such as various independent living items. This information is available in alternate formats upon request.
Revised April, 2001