Progressive Center For Independent Living


	Information & Referral You can tap into our comprehensive resources on accessible housing, transportation, personal assistance, sign language interpreters, readers for the visually impaired, and many other community supports. In addition, our quarterly newsletter helps you, your family, and advocates stay informed of relevant activities, legislation and news affecting you and the disability community. PCIL also raises general awareness of issues affecting people with disabilities through regular contact with media and legislators. Advocacy PCIL provides individual and community-wide advocacy and facilitation of self-advocacy groups. At the individual level, we work directly with you to obtain the supports you need. At the systems level, we work with legislators and related disability agencies to effect change throughout the community and state. Peer Support Through our "person-centered" philosophy we facilitate social/support groups and innovative programs to enhance your life. Independent Living Skills Training Learn to manage a budget, understand the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), deal with insensitive and/or discriminatory behavior, and more.