Freedom Center for Independent Living

07/20/2026

Help support our National Independent Living advocacy!
Orioles games, photography sessions, even a weekend in DC!!!

Defending civil rights and promoting community inclusion for all

07/02/2026

Check it out! Come for a little while or stay all day - Air conditioned!

🎉 Join Us for Power In Our Voices: Celebrate Disability Pride! 🎉

Join us for a day of learning, empowerment, and celebration as we recognize Disability Pride Month and reflect on the history, progress, and future of disability civil rights. Whether you're a person with a disability, family member, advocate, professional, or community member, there's a place for you at this event!

📅 Thursday, July 30, 2026
🕤 9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Delaware State Troopers Association
500 Messina Hill Rd.
Dover, DE 19904

During this event, you'll:
✅ Learn about disability history and civil rights
✅ Discuss current threats to disability civil rights
✅ Hear from people with lived experience
✅ View our Disability Pride Documentary Series
✅ Celebrate the passage of SB 198 and what it means for Delaware!

🥐 A complimentary continental breakfast and lunch will be provided.
💙 This event is free to attend, but registration is required.

Register today:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/F7XSXMV

We hope to see you there! Please share this post to help us reach others who may be interested.
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A light blue event flyer promoting Power In Our Voices: Celebrate Disability Pride. At the top left is a colorful "Power In Our Voices" graphic featuring people with disabilities of different ages and backgrounds, along with the words Advocacy. Strength. Community. Across the top right, large bold text reads "Celebrate Disability Pride!!" Below it are the event details: Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Delaware State Troopers Association, 500 Messina Hill Road, Dover, DE 19904.

The center of the flyer lists discussion topics, including civil rights, disability history, disability civil rights laws, current threats to disability rights, lived experiences, the Developmental Disabilities Council Disability Pride Documentary Series, and celebrating the passage of SB 198.

To the right is a collage of photos celebrating disability pride, alongside a bright "Register Now!" graphic, a QR code, and a registration link. At the bottom, the flyer notes that everyone is welcome, including individuals with disabilities, family members, professionals, advocates, and community members. The Delaware Developmental Disabilities Council logo appears in the lower right corner.

06/11/2026

Come as you are and stay as you can for June's Fireside Chat on Thursday, June 25th from 6:30–8:00 PM.

This month, we welcome Part 2 of a two-part series presented by John Whitelaw, Advocacy Director with Community Legal Aid Society, Inc. (CLASI).

The topic, "Ins and Outs of Disability Benefits," will provide an overview of benefit programs through the Social Security Administration, Medicaid, and Medicaid Waivers. Whether you are new to these programs or looking to better understand your options, this session will offer helpful information and an opportunity to learn more about available supports and resources.

To register please scan the QR or click the link:
https://tinyurl.com/2r5mkep5

06/11/2026

Friendship House is calling a Code Orange. All three Friendship House empowerment centers are open today and tomorrow for cooling, hydration, and hospitality.

We are calling Code Orange today, Thursday, and tomorrow, Friday (June 11th and June 12th). Walk-ins are welcome for Code Orange services - no referrals are needed.

Those in need of heat relief are encouraged to visit these locations - light snacks, water, and access to bathrooms will be available:
WILMINGTON
FH Wilmington Empowerment Center (720 N Orange St): 7:00 am - 5:00 pm
NEWARK
FH Newark Empowerment Center (300 E Main St): 8:30 am - 4:30 am
MIDDLETOWN
FH Middletown Empowerment Center (44 W. Main St): 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Please share this information with those who may benefit.

Interested in volunteering or donating supplies? Reach out to us at [email protected].

Supplies needed:
sunscreen
granola bars
sun hats

Additionally, monetary donations are always welcome to support this program!
By mail: Send a check to PO Box 1517 Wilmington, DE 19899.
Online: https://buff.ly/mYCdPJO
Please designate "Code Orange" with your donation.

Thank you!

06/11/2026

Monday Via Zoom! Let's hear your voice!!!!

Your vote should never be limited by accessibility barriers.

Too many voters with disabilities still face challenges at the polls, from inaccessible voting locations to transportation, communication, and assistive technology barriers.

Join us for “Let’s Talk: Voting & the Disability Community,” a community conversation centered on the real experiences, concerns, and solutions that matter to the disability community in Delaware.

📅 Monday, June 15 | 12:00 p.m. – 1:15 p.m. via Zoom
🔗 https://www.ywcade.org/all-events/lets-talk-breaking-barriers-for-voters-with-disabilities

Community Legal Aid Society, Inc. - CLASI

06/11/2026

It's HOT today in Delaware!!! Need to get cooled off? Here are locations with water and AIR Conditioning:
New Castle County

· Claymont State Service Center, 3301 Green Street, Claymont (302-792-6505)

· DHSS Canby Park Office, 1920 Maryland Avenue, Wilmington (302-434-3340)

· Churchman's Corporate Center, 84 Christiana Road, New Castle (302) 395-6500)

· Hudson State Service Center, 501 Ogletown Road, Newark (302-283-7500)

Kent County

· Smyrna State Service Center, 100 Sunnyside Road, Smyrna (302-514-4503)

· Williams State Service Center, 805 River Road, Dover (302-857-5000)

Sussex County

· Adams State Service Center, 546 Bedford Street, Georgetown (302-515-3004)

· Laurel State Service Center, 31039 N. Poplar Street, Laurel (302-875-8402)

· Shipley State Service Center, 350 Virginia Avenue, Seaford (302-628-7000)

05/11/2026

Its Today!!! Still time to register!

05/11/2026

Why attend?
These conversations are all about listening, learning, and building together. Your voice helps inform priorities, identify challenges, and co-create solutions that reflect the needs of communities across the state

Date: Monday, May 11, 2026 (TODAY!!!)
Time: 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location: (Hybrid)
The Freedom Center for Independent Living (105 Sleepy Hollow Dr # A, Middletown, DE 19709)
Virtually via Zoom
Population of Focus: We’d especially love to hear from individuals living with a disability, but everyone is welcomed!

Register here: https://udel.zoom.us/meeting/register/jizVjYjsQlGo4IdTgQc6kQ #/registration

The location is fully accessible for wheelchair users. Please list additional accommodations needed via registration link.

04/24/2026

This is great!! FCIL wants everybody to be safe in their homes - Check it out

04/24/2026

Get your FREE tickets to the Disability Fashion Show at UD:

Join us for the University of Delaware's 5th Adaptive Runway Show hosted by the Runway of Dreams Club. Our club is dedicated to showcasing adaptive clothing and advocating for a more inclusive fashion industry.The Runway of Dreams Foundation is a nonprofit organization that works to promote disabili...