Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia, Inc.

Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia, Inc. The Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia, Inc. (or, “The SILC”) is a private nonprofit What Is Independent Living?

It is important to understand that Independent Living is not a place; it is a philosophy, or viewpoint that barriers to independence have more to do with the world around us than with diagnosis, label or condition. Independent Living is about changing policies and practices that under-estimate, segregate or oppress people with disabilities. Independent Living promotes the idea that people with disabilities have the same rights and responsibilities, the same control over life choices as those without disabilities. We therefore, work to change societal attitudes by moving away from segregation, paternalism and pity and toward empowerment, independence and fully contributing and valuable citizens. The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 was an important piece of legislation for disability rights in the U.S. It prohibited discrimination against people with disabilities in federal employment or in any federally funded programs. Amendments to the Act later mandated that the states establish Statewide Independent Living Councils (SILCs) to provide guidance for the development and expansion of independent living programs.

Alice Wong, renowned disability rights advocate passed away this weekend at age 51. Let us celebrate her life and legacy...
11/17/2025

Alice Wong, renowned disability rights advocate passed away this weekend at age 51. Let us celebrate her life and legacy by continuing to push forward in advocacy for everyone with disabilities! Thank you, Alice!

INFORMATION ON SNAP BENEFITSFact: SNAP benefits are SNAP benefits are 100% federally and congressionally funded, and DHS...
11/04/2025

INFORMATION ON SNAP BENEFITS

Fact: SNAP benefits are SNAP benefits are 100% federally and congressionally funded, and DHS disburses the benefits to eligible households in Georgia. USDA has not received federal funds for November, thus they are unable to distribute for this month or any foreseeable months until the government shutdown ceases. When the government reopens, however, funds are set aside for SNAP. Other USDA programs are distributed on an annual or quarterly basis, whereas SNAP is distributed monthly to DHS.

Fact: They still are accepting applications for SNAP.

Fact: No one will receive termination letters at this time for SNAP, and no one will have to reapply for SNAP when it reopens.

These answers came from GA DHS- Update on November SNAP Amid Federal Government Shutdown | Georgia Department of Human Services https://dhs.georgia.gov/update-november-snap-amid-federal-government-shutdown.

10/29/2025

New Podcast Episode on a Legacy of Serving the Independent Living Movement: Ester DuRante shares how Shelly’s mentorship helped her embrace her full self, refusing to be defined by others’ limits. Through trust and openness, Shelly encouraged her to “live out loud,” a lesson Ester continues to carry into her daily life. Listen to the full podcast episode here: https://youtu.be/xyCJl3pxfWw?si=DC14OaFTsme_lkZ3

10/24/2025

New podcast episode featuring remembrances of SILCGA and others on the impact of Shelly Simmons https://youtu.be/xyCJl3pxfWw

Newly appointed director Becky Tuttle reflects on Shelly’s lasting legacy, her wisdom, her love for the community, and her unwavering focus on making sure every part of Georgia was served. Shelly’s impact continues to guide the work of those she inspired https://youtu.be/xyCJl3pxfWw

Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual Gala, where we celebrated Shelly Simmons' legacy and 30 years of SILCGA!
09/30/2025

Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual Gala, where we celebrated Shelly Simmons' legacy and 30 years of SILCGA!

Address

315 W Ponce De Leon Avenue, Ste 600
Decatur, GA
30030

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 3pm
Tuesday 10am - 3pm
Wednesday 10am - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 3pm

Telephone

+17702706860

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