Summit Independent Living

Summit Independent Living Summit’s mission is to advance the independence and civil rights of people with disabilities.

Summit Independent Living is a non-residential, private, non-profit organization that offers a wide range of services designed to give people with disabilities the tools and resources that are needed to improve independence, self-confidence, knowledge, skills and access to community resources. Summit also works at the community level to build awareness and reduce attitudinal, architectural and com

munication barriers; combat discrimination; and promote the development of needed resources, programs, services, and policies. Summit is governed by a consumer-controlled Board of Directors whose lives have been personally impacted by a disability. It is funded in part by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended in 1992 (Title VII- Independent Living Services), and the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (Disability Transitions Programs). Summit has offices located in Missoula, Hamilton, Kalispell, and Ronan.

Happy Labor Day, one and all. All of our offices will be closed on Monday in observance of the holiday, and we hope you ...
09/04/2026

Happy Labor Day, one and all. All of our offices will be closed on Monday in observance of the holiday, and we hope you have a safe and enjoyable weekend.

September is full of FREE stuff to do at Summit! Have questions? Just DM us or call (406) 363-5242. If you need to plan ...
09/01/2026

September is full of FREE stuff to do at Summit! Have questions? Just DM us or call (406) 363-5242. If you need to plan transportation to any of our events, contact Bitterroot Bus at (406) 363-7484.

🍳 C.H.E.W. FREE COOKING CLASSES 🍳
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9, 2-3 PM
Our free cooking class will give you the skills you need to create healthy, affordable, and delicious meals. Prepare a different dish every week, while learning things like menu planning, nutrition basics, kitchen safety, and more!

📨 MAIL & MUNCHIES ☕
THURSDAY, SEPT. 3 & 17, 1 pm-3 pm
Sorting through paperwork from Medicaid, SNAP, and other programs can be overwhelming. We’re here to help you cut through the red tape, with coffee, snacks, and friendly faces. Bring your paperwork to our Hamilton office on the first and third Thursday of every month, and we’ll go over it together — with free coffee, tea, and treats.

🐉 DUNGEONS & DRAGONS 🐉
EVERY MONDAY & TUESDAY, 1 pm-3 pm
Experience vast fantasy worlds with all kinds of people and monsters of legend!
Our games are open to all players ages 18 and up (due to fantasy violence ⚔️ and the potential in-game death of beasts and people alike 💀). Email [email protected] to let our Dungeon Master know you're coming!

🎨 T.G.I.A.F. (Thank Goodness It's Activity Friday) ✂️
EVERY FRIDAY, 1 pm-3 pm
Every Friday is a different activity!
First Friday: UNO & Dunkin Man
Second Friday: Abstract Art
Third Friday: Bingo!
Fourth Friday: Collage Art

We're paving the way to a better Summit! We're in the last phase of fixing up our new headquarters office: tearing out t...
08/27/2026

We're paving the way to a better Summit!

We're in the last phase of fixing up our new headquarters office: tearing out the old curbs and parking lot and replacing it with a universally accessible entryway.

This will take a while, and it will be loud and smelly, as a bunch of life-sized Tonka toys tear up our property. So for the next month, just know that 1) we are open! and 2) you'll have to enter through the north side of the building.

Plus, Mountain Line paratransit services are still running to serve you.

Let us know if you have any questions, and thanks for your patience!

The journey starts tomorrow! Our free virtual Disability Advocacy Academy kicks off Thursday, Aug. 27 with our first ses...
08/26/2026

The journey starts tomorrow! Our free virtual Disability Advocacy Academy kicks off Thursday, Aug. 27 with our first session: Disability Rights 101.

Join two of our community's most experienced and revered (and also very funny) advocates — Nina G and Michael Beers — as they teach us about the foundations of disability rights, key laws, and how to advocate for equal access and inclusion.

Class is in at 6 p.m. tomorrow, and registration is required! So follow the link below or use the QR codes to sign up.

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/Y7ESYlKoQpiuSMteDuZf2A #/registration

Your voice matters. Your experience matters. And your advocacy can create change.You can learn how to advocate for yours...
08/25/2026

Your voice matters. Your experience matters. And your advocacy can create change.

You can learn how to advocate for yourself and your community with our free virtual Disability Advocacy Academy, starting this week!

This academy is designed to give you the knowledge, tools, and confidence to make your voice heard and turn your passion into action.

Over four months, we’ll come together for one hour each month to learn, connect, and build our advocacy skills. You don’t have to be an expert to be an advocate. You just have to be willing to speak up, learn, and take action.

Join us for all four sessions and become part of a growing community of people working together to create meaningful change.

Registration is required for each session — DM us or use the QR codes for the registration links.

Please let us know if you need an accommodation, and share with your networks!

• Thursday, August 27th 6:00pm

Session 1: Disability Rights 101 with Michael Beers and Nina G

Learn the foundations of disability rights, key laws, and how to advocate for equal access and inclusion.

• Wednesday, September 23rd 6:00 pm OR Friday, September 25th 11 am

Session 2: Navigating the Legislature with Catalyst Montana

Discover how Montana’s legislative process works and practical ways to influence public policy.

• Wednesday, October 21st at 11 a.m. or 6 p.m.

Session 3: Your Voice Matters, Advocacy in Action

Explore how everyday actions can create meaningful change and build confidence in using your voice to advocate.

• Thursday, November 19th at 11 am and 6 pm

Session 4: Effective Storytelling

Learn how to share your personal experiences in a way that educates, inspires, and influences decisionmakers.

TOMORROW! If it's Wednesday then it's 🖍️ Arts & Crafts in Polson 🪡!Bring your own project, or use our materials to start...
08/25/2026

TOMORROW! If it's Wednesday then it's 🖍️ Arts & Crafts in Polson 🪡!

Bring your own project, or use our materials to start a new one! Like everything we do, Arts & Crafts is open to people of all abilities.

Just stop by from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Summit's Polson office, 3 Ninth Ave W, Suite 1.

Now there's twice the adventure in Hamilton! Because our Dungeons and Dragons meets twice a week, every Monday and Tuesd...
08/24/2026

Now there's twice the adventure in Hamilton! Because our Dungeons and Dragons meets twice a week, every Monday and Tuesday!

Experience vast fantasy worlds with all kinds of people and monsters of legend!

Our games are open to all players ages 18 and up (due to fantasy violence ⚔️ and the potential in-game death of beasts and people alike 💀).

Stop by our Hamilton office at 274 Old Corvallis Road, Suite B, between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. and email [email protected] to let our Dungeon Master know you're coming!

We'd rather you hear this from us directly than on the street somewhere: BASE will be closed Monday, August 17 through F...
08/14/2026

We'd rather you hear this from us directly than on the street somewhere:

BASE will be closed Monday, August 17 through Friday, August 21.

We're gonna be in Billings with other Independent Living folks learning about how to better serve you and each other during that time.

WE WILL BE BACK on Monday, August 24, so don't you worry now, y'hear?

Boredom is your adversary. We are your ally.Come find fun and community every Friday at T.G.I.A.F. (Thank Goodness It's ...
08/13/2026

Boredom is your adversary. We are your ally.

Come find fun and community every Friday at T.G.I.A.F. (Thank Goodness It's Activity Friday). Every Friday is a new activity! And tomorrow is ... you guessed it ... UNO!

Stop by 274 Old Corvallis Road, Suite B in Hamilton between 1 and 3 tomorrow!

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3104 W. Broadway Street
Missoula, MT
59808

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

(406)7281630

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