WELCOME
Joy A. Shabazz Center for Independent Living is a nonprofit consumer controlled disability rights organization. Our mission is to help persons with disabilities to become and maintain their independence in their communities. This is achieved by providing multiple independent living and community services which are:
- consumer advocacy
- community and systemic advocacy
- independent living skills training,
- information & referrals,
- nursing home transitions
- peer support
- assistance with the acquisition of section 8 housing vouchers
- transportation training (how to use fixed bus routes)
- self advocacy newsletter
- disability rights newsletter
- eat meet and greet social/recreational events
- computer training
- public education
- disability etiquette and sensitivity training
- and other services to enhance consumer independence
If you do not see the program or service that you need listed above, contact our office and speak with one of our representatives. We will do our best to accommodate you.
