Web Directory

» Association of Programs for Rural Independent Living
   A national network of rural independent living centers, other programs, and individuals concerned with the unique aspects of rural independent living. APRIL is an advocate for increased funding and policy changes to improve rural disability services.
   http://www.april-rural.org/

» Canadian Association of Independent Living Centres (CAILC)
   A national umbrella organization which consists of local autonomous Independent Living Resource Centres (ILRCs). Each ILRC is community-based and controlled by and for persons with disabilities.
   http://www.cailc.ca/

» Centers for Independent Living Web Sites
   Links to centers and resources for the United States and Canada.
   http://www.jik.com/ilcs.html

» Consortium for Citizens with Disabilities
   A housing initiative designed to provide information and technical assistance on affordable housing issues to people with disabilities, their families, advocates, and service providers across the United States.
   http://www.c-c-d.org/

» Disability World
   A web-zine dedicated to advancing an exchange of information and research about the international independent living movement of people with disabilities.
   http://www.disabilityworld.org/

» Family Village--Independent Living Resources
   Links to papers on Independent Living philosophy and lists of Independent Living Centers.
   http://www.familyvillage.wisc.edu/general/indpndt.htm

» IMPACT Center for Independent Living
   A site to preserve and promote the rich history and philosophy of the independent living movement.
   http://www.impactcil.org/

» Independent Living Research Utilization
   Information, training, research and technical assistance in independent living.
   http://www.ilru.org/

» Independent Living USA
   Resource for individuals with disabilities, their families, providers of services, Independent Living centers, and professionals.
   http://www.ilusa.com/

» Institute on Independent Living
   Promotes the opportunities of persons with disabilities to gain more personal and political power, self-determination, full participation and equality, both in Sweden and internationally through educational activities.
   http://www.independentliving.org/

» Judith Creed Homes for Adult Independence
   A non-profit organization that offers a variety of housing and support services for people with developmental dissabilities. Covers Philadelphia areas.
   http://www.jchai.org

» National Council on Independent Living (NCIL)
   A membership organization that advances the independent living philosophy and advocates for the human rights of, and services for, people with disabilities to further their full integration and participation in society.
   http://www.ncil.org/

» National Home of Your Own Alliance
   Funded by the Administration on Developmental Disabilities to promote opportunities for people with disabilities to own and control their homes.
   http://alliance.unh.edu/

» Rebuilding Together with Christmas in April
   This national nonprofit free of charge rehabilitates homes for low-income homeowners, particularly the elderly and those with disabilities.
   http://www.rebuildingtogether.org/

» The San Diego Regional Center (SDRC)
   Supports people with disabilities and families in San Diego and Imperial Counties, California, who wish to use individualized funding to purchase their own services and supports. Project information, principles, hotline, and resources.
   http://www.sdrc.org/