Indiana Statewide Independent Living Council - INSILC

Indiana Statewide Independent Living Council - INSILC The Indiana Statewide Independent Living Council is a nonprofit dedicated to improving life for Hoosiers with disabilities.

The Indiana Statewide Independent Living Council shares the goals and philosophy of the Independent Living movement, which state that people with disabilities have the right to dignity and self-determination. This means that individuals with disabilities should self-direct their daily care, activities, and life choices; the goal of INSILC is to advocate for and support these rights by writing and implementing a Statewide Plan for Independent Living.

Join us TODAY for a public meeting! Learn about our work and priorities—we want your input. Share your perspective, ask ...
06/10/2026

Join us TODAY for a public meeting! Learn about our work and priorities—we want your input. Share your perspective, ask questions, and help shape independent living in Indiana.

🗓 June 10, 2026
🕑 2–4 PM ET
📍 Join online or in person: 4740 Kingsway Drive, Indianapolis

Zoom link and more info here: https://insilc.org/public-council-meeting-june-10-2026/

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INSILC is excited to partner with the following organizations for our Disability Town Hall this Wednesday, June 3 in dow...
06/01/2026

INSILC is excited to partner with the following organizations for our Disability Town Hall this Wednesday, June 3 in downtown Columbus, Indiana. From 5:00-8:00 PM ET at The Commons, check out their resources and programs for people with disabilities!

ADA-Indiana
Bartholomew County Public Library
Bartholomew County Veteran Services Office
Empowered Pathways, LLC
Foundation For Youth
Go Baby Go of South Central Indiana
Indiana Governor's Council for People with Disabilities
REACH Columbus, Inc.
Southern Indiana Center for Independent Living (SICIL)
Stone Belt
The Arc of Bartholomew County
Thrive Alliance

🔗 Learn more and register here: https://insilc.org/columbus-town-hall-june-3-2026/

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What do you need to live independently and thrive in your community? Tell us tomorrow at 10:00 AM ET!INSILC wants to hea...
05/28/2026

What do you need to live independently and thrive in your community? Tell us tomorrow at 10:00 AM ET!

INSILC wants to hear from people with disabilities about the resources and supports they need to live independently and participate fully in their community. Your input shapes statewide projects that impact people with disabilities.

🔗 Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/Zj7wkqRFSRG5Fx5H-dLG0Q #/registration

CART services will be provided; please send accommodation requests to [email protected].

Image Description: Graphic with a yellow and light gray background featuring a blue icon of a person in a wheelchair holding a megaphone. Large text reads “We Want To Hear From You!” followed by “Tell Us at a Virtual Input Forum:” and bullet points: “Are your needs being met?”, “Do you have access to the services you need?”, “Are there resources you wish were available?”, and “What challenges do you face?”. At the bottom, bold text states “May 29 @ 10 AM ET.”

How can we make community accessible for everyone? Join us for the conversation!INSILC is excited to welcome the followi...
05/27/2026

How can we make community accessible for everyone? Join us for the conversation!

INSILC is excited to welcome the following panelists for a discussion about accessible community engagement next Wednesday, June 3 at The Commons in downtown Columbus. Hear from these local leaders and ask your own questions!

Wendy Kirts, The Arc of Bartholomew County​
Amber Scherer, Thrive Alliance​
Jacob Sipe, City of Columbus​
Kevin McCracken, IU Columbus​
Grace Kestler, City of Columbus

🔗 Register Today! https://form.jotform.com/260995554463166

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🗣️ We need your voice! People with disabilities in Indiana are invited to join tomorrow's Virtual Disability Input Forum...
05/20/2026

🗣️ We need your voice! People with disabilities in Indiana are invited to join tomorrow's Virtual Disability Input Forum to share what matters most.

When: Thursday, May 21 at 6:00 PM ET
Where: Virtually on Zoom

We’re gathering input on the disability services and supports people need to live independently and participate in their communities. What you share helps guide statewide projects that impact people with disabilities.

Register here: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/l5DS5rT0SICmOtaN731fmQ #/registration

CART services will be provided; please send accommodation requests to [email protected].

Image Description: Graphic with a yellow and light gray background featuring a blue icon of a person in a wheelchair holding a megaphone. Large text reads “We Want To Hear From You!” followed by “Tell Us at a Virtual Input Forum:” and bullet points: “Are your needs being met?”, “Do you have access to the services you need?”, “Are there resources you wish were available?”, and “What challenges do you face?”. At the bottom, bold text states “May 21 @ 6 PM ET.”

05/15/2026

Changes are coming to Medicaid Waiver Case Management Organizations (CMOs), and we know many individuals and families have questions about what this means for their future services and supports.

The Bureau of Disabilities Services (BDS) will be hosting Meet & Greet opportunities across Indiana to help individuals and families connect directly with the approved CMOs, ask questions, and learn more before making a decision.

If your current CMO was not selected, a new CMO must be chosen by July 15, 2026. These events are an opportunity to gather information, explore options, and make the choice that feels right for you or your loved one.

View all dates and locations, as well as information on 2 virtual options at
arcind.org/news/cmo-meet-greet/

05/15/2026

Congressman Frank Mrvan wants to hear from YOU, from US, about how the cuts to health care are affecting our lives and our families.
Please, come share your story. Food trucks will be on site so you can grab some dinner, plus, reps from Everybody Counts and partner organizations will be there to chat and share info. You do not want to miss this event!

📣 Calling All People with Disabilities! We want to hear about the supports you need to live in your community. Your inpu...
05/12/2026

📣 Calling All People with Disabilities! We want to hear about the supports you need to live in your community. Your input will directly shape statewide efforts to promote policies that support independence and self-determination for everyone.

🔗 Register here for 5/13: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/yDdN_xc6TiSnlG1MetULdg%20

Image Description: Graphic with a yellow and light gray background featuring a blue icon of a person in a wheelchair holding a megaphone. Large text reads “We Want To Hear From You!” followed by “Tell Us at a Virtual Input Forum:” and bullet points: “Are your needs being met?”, “Do you have access to the services you need?”, “Are there resources you wish were available?”, and “What challenges do you face?”. At the bottom, bold text states “May 13 @ 2 PM ET.”

INSILC is thrilled to be a member of the newly formed Indiana Disability Alliance, a coalition of the state's leading di...
05/11/2026

INSILC is thrilled to be a member of the newly formed Indiana Disability Alliance, a coalition of the state's leading disability organizations working to advance policies that promote independence, inclusion, and opportunity for all.

This coalition comes at a critical time as advocates nationwide monitor discussions around Medicaid funding and policy changes that could impact access to Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS). Protecting these essential supports is vital to ensuring individuals can live, work, and thrive in their communities.

We are proud to stand alongside:
Autism Society of Indiana
Down Syndrome Indiana
FUSE
Independence Indiana
Indiana Family to Family
Self-Advocates of Indiana
The Arc of Indiana

Read the full announcement: https://insilc.org/indiana-disability-alliance-announcement/

Stay tuned for more details about how you can get involved!

Image Description: Graphic introducing the Indiana Disability Alliance, featuring the alliance logo with the outline of Indiana and a gold torch, and partner organization logos including Autism Society of Indiana, Down Syndrome Indiana, Independence Indiana, INSILC, FUSE, Indiana Family to Family, Self-Advocates of Indiana, and The Arc of Indiana.

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Indianapolis, IN
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1-844-4INSILC

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