Southwest Center for Independence supports independent living by and for people with disabilities, and facilitates change within the community for the inclusion of all people. We envision a world where all people with disabilities are valued friends and neighbors, receiving the supports they need to lead the lives they desire, defining their own quality of life and contributing back to the community.
HELP WANTED: Independent Living Coordinator to work PT from home in Cortez area. Preference given to people with disabilities, but commitment and passion about disability issues is a MUST. Bachelor’s in related field is required. Work in partnership with people with disabilities to maximize quality of life & inclusion. Resume & cover letter to director@swilc.org.
“Independent Living” means deciding one’s own pattern of life – schedules, entertainment, food, vices, virtues, leisure, and friends. It is the freedom to take risks and the freedom to make mistakes. (The Atlantis Community)
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Please welcome Jason Ragsdell
to SWCI! He is an AmeriCorps Volunteer through SUCAP, and our new Housing Coordinator. Our Section 8 Choice Voucher waiting list is solely for people with disabilities, but the list is (years) long so be sure to get your name in.
Also welcome Glenda Worth,
our new SER Assistant. She'll be helping us out with a little bit of everything, from 8:00 - 1:00 Monday through Thursday.
Join the CCDC and their Member Political Alerts e-mailing for up to date state and federal issues, and instructions for making your voice heard!
Colorado Legislative Update 04/16/12
Contact Your Representatives:
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Gov John Hickenlooper
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Sen Michael Bennet
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Sen Mark Udall
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Rep Scott Tipton
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State Sen. Ellen Roberts
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State Rep J. Paul Brown
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State Rep Don Coram
SAVE THE DATES!!! -
NOTHING ABOUT ME WITHOUT ME: Disability Rights, Political Involvement, and our Struggle for Access and Inclusion - Monday May 21st in Durango from 9:00 - 3:30. Join Julie Reiskin from CCDC for a workshop meant for people with disabilities an their allies who will commit to joining a local action committee to address disability issues. See the flyer.
Our ANNUAL PICNIC will be on Wednesday, June 6th this year, from 11:30 - 4:00. As usual, we will provide barbeque meat and drinks, you bring a potlock dish to share, and Adaptive Sports will join us and have boat rides and such available. Hope to see you there! More news will be forthcoming.
Our 1st annual INDEPENDENCE RALLY on the 4th of July will be a "mobility walk" at Viles Park in Durango! Keep posted for specifics!
TBI SUPPORT GROUP: Every month - 2nd Wednesday from 1:00 - 2:00 & 4th Wednesday from 5:00 - 6:00. Support, education, humor, friendship. Contact Sharon for information.
COFFEE HOUR:
Come have coffee and chat with us and special guests! Check the calendar for dates and times. Call Martha at 259-1672 with questions.
POTLUCK & A MOVIE! - Generally on the 3rd Friday of every month, but check the calendar to be sure. Call Martha or Jeannie to see what the movie is.
VIP - Visually Impaired Seniors - 2nd Monday of every month, 10:00 am at the Durango Senior Center. Call Tim at 259-1672
