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Independent Living Centers

At Independent Living Centers, you can partner with peers, counselors, and advocates to become more independent.

What is an Independent Living Center?

Independent Living Centers (ILCs) are community-based non-profit organizations run by people with disabilities. At ILCs, you can work with peers and advocates to live more independently.

How does MassAbility work with ILCs? MassAbility supports ILCs and evaluates their performance on a regular basis.

Independent Living Center (ILC) services

What can Independent Living Centers (ILCs) do for me?

  • Peer counseling 
  • Skills training 
  • Referral resources for finding accessible housing, assistive technology, transportation, and more 
  • Advocacy programs for understanding your disability rights  

If you have a severe disability, ILCs can:

  • help you transition from a rehab facility to a home and/or community setting
  • help you stay at home and in your community

Learn about ILC-based programs for youth with disabilities here. 

Find an Independent Living Center near you

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Location Details

Am I eligible for ILC services?

If you would like to learn more about eligibility requirements for Independent Living Center (ILC) programs, please contact us at 617-204-3600.

If you are interested in applying for ILC services, contact us at 617-204-3600 or apply via the link below.

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