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Center for Independent Futures
Добавлен 14 май 2012
Based in Evanston, Illinois, Center for Independent Futures is committed to meeting the needs of individuals with intellectual developmental disabilities (IDD). Our mission is to support them in achieving independence and leading fulfilling lives, emphasizing equity and self-determination. We collaborate closely with families, using our pioneering, person-centered approach to enhance their independence through coaching, experiential learning, and shared activities. We also assist in securing affordable, safe, and inclusive housing. We aim to inspire individuals with diverse gifts and talents to unite, support each other, build communities, and create environments where everyone can thrive.
Jenny's Full Life
Watch how Jenny creates her own full life, with the support of Center for Independent Futures.
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ABLE Accounts and Special Needs Trusts, with Michael C. Walther II of Oak Wealth Advisors
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Mike assists families in their efforts to provide their loved ones with special needs with the financial resources and other supports necessary to live their lives to their fullest potential. Oak Wealth Advisors understands the challenges that your family is facing because we are also living with those same challenges. We have been educating and empowering families with special needs members by...
Integrating Taxes into your Overall Plan with Mary Anne Ehlert of Protected Tomorrows
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Mary Anne Ehlert is a financial professional and sister to an individual with disabilities. She is a highly regarded specialist working with families of individuals with disabilities and serves on the boards of several organizations, including the Special Olympics of Illinois. She speaks at conferences nationally and locally on planning for families with special needs.
SSI and SSDI with Suzanne Aaron of The ARC of Illinois.
Просмотров 1399 месяцев назад
Learn about SSI and SSDI, the federal benefits administered by the Social Security Administration. You’ll learn about eligibility requirements, the application process, and the difference between these two programs. This was a free webinar hosted by Center for Independent Futures on Tuesday, February 20, at 7pm, via Zoom.
Unleashing Potential: William's Story
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Jeffrey and Elizabeth took a crucial step towards making their son William's dreams come true. They found themselves at a crossroads, searching for the missing piece to help William live on his own terms. Traditional options didn't quite fit the bill - either too stifling or not supportive enough. It was during this search they found Center for Independent Futures and its Community Living Options.
Living a Full Life: Jonathon's Coffee Delivery Business
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Take a glimpse at how focusing on strengths rather than deficits, is what CIF is all about. This video, created by TEO Creative, Inc. was a 2023 Silver Telly Winner for Non-Broadcast General-Fund Raising.
Right to Independence
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Everyone deserves to choose how to live their best life. See how parents, educators, and individuals benefit from the work of Center for Independent Futures. To support Independent Futures, visit secure.givelively.org/donate/center-for-independent-futures.
SPARK 2020
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This is Independent Futures' annual SPARK benefit, an event where guests can witness Independent Futures’ impact firsthand. Throughout the evening, SPARK guests get to know our community, our participants, and our mission. Since the pandemic began, we have needed to alter SPARK, moving from our original April date to a virtual November 7th celebration. Our evening will feature talents from our ...
Community Safety Roleplaying for People With Disabilities
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Learn about safe ways to express yourself while you navigate your community. In this video, actors from Improv Therapy Group will show you communication tips, especially for situations when someone is feeling overwhelmed. Next, check out our first community safety video, Community Safety Tips for People With Disabilities, featuring advice from Crisis Intervention Trainers and a local Evanston p...
Community Safety Tips for People With Disabilities
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Learn about strategies to stay safe as you navigate your community. Get tips from Crisis Intervention Trainers and a local Evanston police officer about what to do when you encounter problems. Next, check out our companion video Community Safety Roleplaying for People With Disabilities, featuring actors from Improv Therapy Group. Don't forget to like this video and subscribe to our channel!
Community Partnerships: David Pope, Oak Park Residence Corporation
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Community Partnerships: David Pope, Oak Park Residence Corporation
Community Partnerships: Engaging Developers in Housing Creation 3
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Community Partnerships: Engaging Developers in Housing Creation 3
Community Partnerships: Engaging Developers in Housing Creation 2
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Community Partnerships: Engaging Developers in Housing Creation 2
Community Partnerships: Engaging Developers in Housing Creation 1
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Community Partnerships: Engaging Developers in Housing Creation 1
Community Partnerships: Using Technology to Supplement Supports
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Community Partnerships: Using Technology to Supplement Supports
Community Partnerships: Center for Independent Futures and The Coleman Foundation
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Community Partnerships: Center for Independent Futures and The Coleman Foundation
Community Partnerships: Keynote - Micaela Connery, The Kelsey
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Community Partnerships: Keynote - Micaela Connery, The Kelsey
Community Partnerships: Creating Environments that Work for Individuals
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Community Partnerships: Creating Environments that Work for Individuals
Building Bridges into the Community
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Building Bridges into the Community
Symposium Panel - Creating Alternative Housing Options
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Symposium Panel - Creating Alternative Housing Options
New Futures Initiative™ Training in Wilmette, IL
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New Futures Initiative™ Training in Wilmette, IL
New Futures Initiative™ Training in Frankfort, IL
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New Futures Initiative™ Training in Frankfort, IL
Lo Que Puede Venir collaborates with Center for Independent Futures
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Lo Que Puede Venir collaborates with Center for Independent Futures
Now the officers are trained to descalate in situations of stress or panic, I think that the professor said earlier.
The police officers are supposed to have a non loaded gun and be train and prepare to load it, in the case of a 911 call, is this correct officer?
Or watches the person .
A power of attorney is different from a guardians. One have power and the other one is a guardian or watches over the person.
TTY phone number for nonverbal people.
Does 911 have a TTY number?
TTY number
People with disabilities who receive a social security disability check at the end of the month, is require to work more than twenty hours?
Bring your own bags, please do not forget your receipts when asking for a rain check at the grocery stores.
The pantries are open Mon-Fri for homeless people or anybody who needs food.
People with addiction are considered runners, too.
A medallion like, a person can ask for the ambulance if they say I have a health or mental health condition. It was a chain engraved with the condition.
Usually that is necessary in a 911 ambulance call.
Recently I asked during a 911 call for a mental health screener, similar to a CIT?
How safe is it to drink and drive in a community with people with disabilities, professor?
And you too, because we have a responsibility to live in our communities with them.
People are prescribed dopamine medication which dopes the brain. Slows it, or prescribed drugs like street dope for example.
Are the medications prescribed to slow that raise of thoughts, for example? Or to slow the breathing?
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They put people in slums and protect slumlords!!! Not their clients!
Beware!!! I'm disabled and terminally ill!!!! Was supposed to move July 31st. It's Aug 17th and I can't get anyone to reply to phone calls, text, email. I'm on ssi and alone!!!!!!
Now I see why I can't get any help with the abusive housing supervisor TERRENCE WATKINS, OR CORPORATE INTERMOUNTAIN CENTERS O'ROURKE, C, BURNETT, ROSE LOPEZ,
What a tear jerker! I am so honored to know Jonathan and his wonderful parents. Thank you CIF for all you do to empower people with disabilities to live the lives THEY want in the community!!
Thank you, Tara! Your work and the work of other self-advocates help guide us as we support people's self-determination.
Very important for me to know what are the community safety rules
Good points made. Very informative and easy to follow advice. Well done. Great share. Dare to Care
What an amazing variety of living options Independent Futures has!
Hi excelente video
I'm watching this for my presentation " Words Make World 🌍 "
At his job at Duxler Complete Auto Care, CIF Participant Tom helps maintain the shop and assists other mechanics. “He brings great camaraderie into the shop,” store manager Craig Stone says. Watch this Ability Awareness video to see Tom in action and learn about Curt's Cafe, another Evanston business that benefits from inclusive hiring. ruclips.net/video/1CRsjbJa9n8/видео.html
This is GREAT!!! Jonathan is a joy to be around and has plenty of conversation. He also gives me reviews of the latest movies. GO JONATHAN!!!!
William Ivy Hi William...we agree, Jonathan is a joy to be around and full of all kinds of information...including movie reviews!