Center For Independent Living

02/26/2026

JFAC HEARING THURSDAY FEBRUARY 26TH!
8:00 AM (MST)

Tune in to listen to the update from the Chair of the Senate Health and Welfare Committee!
https://www.idahoptv.org/shows/idahoinsession/jfac/

01/29/2026

Restore Revenue Instead of Cuts to Healthcare - https://mailchi.mp/wintrowforidaho/as-tom-petty-said-i-wont-back-down-8337143 Week 2 in the Idaho Legislature...

01/29/2026

06/10/2025

35 years!!!

Honoring the 35th Anniversary of the ADA
Friday July 25th, 2025
11:00 Am to 4:00 PM
Cecil Andrus Park, in Boise Idaho

Join us for a powerful, statewide educational event honoring 35 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! Hands Around the Capitol 2025 is a free, in-person event uniting communities, organizations, and policymakers in recognition of the progress and ongoing work to advance disability rights.

This family-friendly gathering will take place at Cecil Andrus Park, directly across from the Idaho State Capitol.

Over 40 disability-related resource booths and interactive exhibits. Activities include a sensory/obstacle course, kid-friendly activities, a community painting wall, accessible recreation and food trucks. Guest Speakers and Proclamations and multi-cultural and community performances.. An ADA history display featuring photos from Tom Olin’s collection. Accessibility Services will be provided (ASL, trained sighted guides, Spanish and other languages).

Why It Matters: Disability touches every community. This event is about building bridges—connecting people of all abilities and backgrounds, celebrating our shared history, and advancing access and equality for the future.

11/15/2024

Be safe

❄️🚗 Winter is Coming—Be Ready for the First Major Snowfall! 🚗❄️

While the first major snowfall of the season hasn’t arrived yet, it's never too early to start preparing for winter driving conditions. When snow and ice hit, roads can become slippery and dangerous. We want everyone to stay safe, so here are some tips to keep in mind when that first big snow arrives:

🔹 Prepare Your Vehicle – Make sure your tires are properly inflated and have good tread for winter driving. Check your windshield wipers and keep your gas tank at least half-full to avoid running out in case of delays.

🔹 Slow Down – Snow and ice create slippery conditions, so reduce your speed. It's important to give yourself plenty of time to react to unexpected situations.

🔹 Increase Following Distance – Leave more space between you and other vehicles. Stopping on slick roads takes longer, so a greater distance gives you more time to stop safely.

🔹 Clear Your Car Completely – Before hitting the road, make sure to remove all snow and ice from your windows, lights, mirrors, and roof. This ensures better visibility and prevents snow from blowing off and obstructing other drivers.

🔹 Stay Alert for Changing Conditions – Snow can fall quickly, and roads can become hazardous fast. Be cautious, especially on bridges, overpasses, and shaded areas that freeze first.

❄️ Don’t wait until the snow falls! Start preparing today for safe winter driving.

Let’s make sure we're all ready to drive safely when the snow starts to fall. Stay tuned for more tips and updates as the winter season approaches.

09/06/2024

Please look at learning saving system for people with disabilities!!

08/30/2024

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YOUR STORIES MATTER! Are you a direct care worker or someone who uses direct care services? We want to hear from you!
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08/02/2024

Free Healthy Relationships Training for people with disabilities and their supporters is now available online. No registration needed.

You will learn about:
What is a healthy relationship
Tips for dating
Speaking up and setting boundaries
Your body and sexuality

http://bit.ly/4dat4h6

Provided by the Center on Disabilities and Human Development at the University of Idaho.

La capacitación gratuita sobre relaciones saludables para personas con discapacidades y quienes las apoyan ya está disponible en línea. No es necesario registrarse.

Aprenderás sobre:
Qué es una relación sana
Consejos para citas
Hablar y establecer límites
Tu cuerpo y sexualidad

http://bit.ly/4dat4h6

Proporcionado por el Center on Disabilities and Human Development at the University of Idaho.