Independence Inc serves both people who have disabilities and the communities where they live. They provide services to people with disabilities that are a result of aging or other life changes. Resources include a publicly accessible computer lab with a variety of assistive technologies, a medical equipment loan bank, and a selection of specialized phones available through the Telecommunications Access Program (TAP). Learn more here.
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Employment Services:
- assistance with creating/updating resumes
- practicing interview skills
- finding and applying for jobs
- discussing options for requesting reasonable accommodations in the workplace
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Independent Living Skills
- assist with learning how to budget and manage finances
- strengthen organizational skills
- create routines, schedules, or to-do lists
- meal planning and preparation
- cleaning and cooking skills
- navigating community resources
- learning tech skills
- managing or setting up a checking/savings account
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Advocacy
- connect people to attorneys, advocates, and legal aid services
- advocate for finding and maintaining housing or employment
- making reasonable accommodation requests in writing
- explaining to landlords and businesses why certain service animals are used
- assist people with learning how to exercise their rights, use mediation to resolve differences, and file complaints
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Housing Services
- provide accessible housing modifications for those who meet income qualifications living in Lawrence
- provide information about one's rights under fair housing laws
- helps individuals obtain affordable or accessible housing
- assists people with applications for Section 8
- help with filling out applications for rent & utility assistance
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Medical Equipment Loan Bank
- borrow or keep donated medical equipment
- first come, first serve basis - contact front desk to confirm inventory
- complete list of accepted items on their website
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Peer Support Groups
- visit Peer Group Activities page for more information
2001 Haskell Avenue | https://independenceinc.org/ | 785-841-0333 | Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
