Arizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL) - Independent Living Center

Address: 5025 East Washington Street
Phoenix, AZ 85034
Contact Phone: (602) 296-0515
Fax: (602) 254-6407
Website: http://www.abil.org/
Services Available: Center for Independent Living provide four core services: advocacy, peer support, information and referral, and independent living skills training.

Advocacy is working to remove the barriers to independent living and full inclusion in all aspects of community life. Sometimes Centers will advocate for the rights of one person in his or her own community. Sometimes Centers work to achieve change that will benefit thousands or even millions of persons with disabilities all over the state or the nation. This kind of systems change is often achieved through legislative and regulatory advocacy. Systems advocacy focuses on barrier removal and equal access to society.

Peer support is providing the opportunity for people to learn and grow by discussing their needs, concerns and issues with people who have had similar experiences. Sometimes staff will provide the peer support, sometimes individuals will receive their support from another person in the community, and sometimes they will take part in a support group.

Information and referral gives people access to the information and resources they need to make informed choices and get what they need to live independently.

Independent living skills training helps individuals acquire the skills they need to live. Often it will include teaching people how to employ and manage personal assistants, or care for physical needs related to their disability, or how to communicate effectively. Who better than another person with a disability to show someone the "tricks of the trade?"


To Apply: Contact the housing assistance agency at the phone number above, or via the website if available.

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Latest Reviews, Comments, Questions for Arizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL)

Comment from Arizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL): Nice to know that the site is up and running full steam ahead. I was never offered any type of training or skills etc. They suck at it.
Comment from Arizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL): Looking for advocate to help a senior citizen special nreeds person find housing, financial aid and to help control decision making . She is her own guardian. This s urgent. Family has placed her in a drug rehab location. She does not do drugs.

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