PACE, Inc. Center for Independent Living

10/09/2026

10/01/2026

Every child deserves opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive! 💙💛

Urbana Neighborhood Connections Center supports K–12 students through affordable academic support, social-emotional enrichment, and recreational activities that help build confidence and connections.

Programs include:
📚 Afterschool and summer enrichment
📖 Intensive literacy support
🎓 College and career readiness
💼 Summer youth employment
🚌 Transportation and meals

Interested in learning more? Contact the Center:
📍 1401 E. Main Street, Urbana, IL 61802
📞 (217) 954-1749
📧 [email protected]

Share this flyer to help connect local families with these opportunities!

09/04/2026

PACE, Inc. Center for Independent Living and our staff have lost not only a team member but a true friend in Kerry Lowry. Kerry our Deaf Services Coordinator passed away on August 16, 2026. He was the kind of person who always looked out for everyone else! He will be truly missed here at PACE! Please find his obituary information below. There will be a Celebration of Life this weekend for Kerry and the information is listed in his obituary.

Celebrate the life of Kerry Lowry and join others in sharing memories, stories, and condolences.

08/17/2026

🍕 Support PACE Inc. with a delicious meal from Monical’s Pizza!

Join us for a Community Day on Tuesday to support PACE Deaf and Hard of Hearing services, September 8, 2026. When you dine at a participating Monical’s Pizza location and present the attached flyer, Monical’s will donate 20% of your pre-tax bill to PACE Inc.

Your participation will help PACE continue providing programs and services that empower people with disabilities to live independently.

📅 Tuesday, September 8, 2026
📍 Participating Champaign and Urbana Monical’s locations
📱 Show this flyer on your phone or tablet—or bring a printed copy.

Please share this post and invite your family and friends. Enjoy a great meal while supporting a great cause!

07/30/2026

Join PACE Center for Independent Living as we celebrate the community partnerships and services that help people with disabilities live with independence, dignity, and opportunity.

Come meet our team and community partners, learn about our programs and services, enjoy refreshments, and participate in our auction and raffle. Everyone is welcome!

Thursday, October 8, 2026
4:00–7:00 p.m.
301 S. Vine St., Suite 211
Urbana, IL 61801

PACE is committed to making this an accessible and inclusive event. If you require an accommodation to participate, please contact us in advance so we can best meet your needs.

For more information:

Phone: 217-344-5433
Video phone: 217-689-0289
pacecil.org

Come celebrate, connect, and help us build a stronger community!

07/28/2026

📢 Low Vision Program Announcement

Join us on Thursday, July 30, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM, as we welcome Kathie Spegal from Illinois Radio Reader to our ECI Low Vision Program.

Come learn about the free accessible reading services available through Illinois Radio Reader and how they can helpConsumers who are blind, have low vision, or have other print disabilities.

📍 Location:
PACE Center for Independent Living
301 S. Vine St Suite 211
Urbana, Illinois 61801

🧭 Directions:
The presentation will be held at the PACE office. Come into the southeast entrance of Lincoln Square Mall, before entering the main mall area take the elevators on your right to the second floor. Upon arrival, please check in at the front desk, and staff will direct you to the meeting room.
❓ Questions?
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact the PACE office at 217-344-5433 or Email at [email protected]. We look forward to seeing you!

Send a message to learn more

05/21/2026

🏠 Stable Housing Support Available for Champaign County Residents with Disabilities

Through a partnership between the Housing Authority of Champaign County and PACE Inc., funding has begun, while funds last, to help eligible residents secure and maintain stable housing.

Assistance may include:
• Security deposits
• Application fees
• Rental assistance
• Eviction prevention support

This program is designed for Champaign County residents living with disabilities who are at risk of becoming unhoused, experiencing housing instability, or need help obtaining or maintaining permanent housing.

Please note: current HACC clients are not eligible under this specific funding.

📞 Contact PACE Inc. today to take the next step:
217-344-5433
[email protected]
301 S. Vine Suite 211, Urbana, IL 61801

Help today for a more stable tomorrow. We’re here for you.

05/20/2026

Ready to become a homeowner? Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County may be able to help.

The Habitat Homebuyer Program is now accepting applications for families and individuals who are ready to take the next step toward affordable homeownership.

Through this program, qualified applicants may have the opportunity to purchase a home with an affordable mortgage, often making homeownership more realistic than traditional options. This is a great opportunity for renters, first-time buyers, or anyone looking for a stable place to call home.

The 2026 Homebuyer Program Application Period runs Tuesday, June 2 at 10 AM through Tuesday, June 16 at 5 PM.

For questions, contact [email protected] or call 217-819-5113.

Please share this post with anyone who may be ready for homeownership or knows a family who could benefit from this opportunity.

05/20/2026

Mobility Equipment Available — Help Someone Regain Comfort, Safety, and Independence

I currently have a Hoyer lift and a sit-to-stand lift available for someone who may need extra support with safe transfers at home.

These pieces of equipment can make a huge difference for individuals with limited mobility, caregivers, families, and anyone caring for a loved one who needs help moving from a bed, chair, wheelchair, or recliner.

Rather than letting this equipment sit unused, I’d love for it to go to someone who truly needs it.

Whether it’s for you, a family member, a friend, or someone in your community, please reach out. This could be a real blessing for someone needing safer care and more independence.

Message me for details, availability, and pickup information.

Please share so we can get this equipment into the hands of someone who needs it.

05/13/2026

We had a great evening bringing together students for a fun night with their peers. Events like this give teens the chance to connect, relax, build friendships, and enjoy time together outside of the regular program setting.
A huge thank-you to Jet’s Pizza🍕for sponsoring the food and helping make the night even better! Your support means so much to our students and our program.
We’re grateful for everyone who helped make this event possible and for the amazing teens who showed up, participated, and made the night special.
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