Independent Living Center

Independent Living Center Aging, Disability & Independent Living Resource Center;
Here to assist individuals to live independently in the homes and communities of their choice.

Independent Living is a philosophy and a way of life. It is a movement of people with disabilities who work for self-determination, equal opportunities and self-respect. The Independent Living philosophy says that every person, regardless of disability, has the potential and the right to exercise individual self-determination. We expect the same choices and control in our everyday lives that everyone else takes for granted. We want the same freedom to try, and fail, and learn from our failures. We want to grow up in our families, go to the neighborhood school, use the same bus as our neighbors, work in jobs that are in line with our education and abilities, start families of our own. We need to be in charge of our lives, to think and speak for ourselves. We need to support and learn from each other. We must organize ourselves and work for political changes that lead to the legal protection of our human and civil rights. We are profoundly ordinary people sharing the same need to feel included, recognized and loved.

Get your stoke on!!!!  Ski dates are set!!!  March 11/12/13. Call for more details 907-235-7911
11/06/2025

Get your stoke on!!!! Ski dates are set!!! March 11/12/13. Call for more details 907-235-7911

Hey all you gamers...Tonight is the night!!!
11/06/2025

Hey all you gamers...Tonight is the night!!!

The Joint Advocacy effort of the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority and partner advisory boards (Governor's Council on...
11/06/2025

The Joint Advocacy effort of the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority and partner advisory boards (Governor's Council on Disabilities & Special Education, Alaska Commission on Aging, Advisory Board on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse, and Alaska Mental Health Board) announces this invitation to attend the 'Super Advocate' Advocacy Training on Friday, November 14 (10am-3pm, with working lunch), delivered by Zoom. See attached flyer for more information. Registration is required.

This free training offers tools and hands-on practice for advocating for policy and funding that impact Trust beneficiaries (people with mental illness, substance use disorders, intellectual/developmental disabilities, Alzheimer’s disease/dementia, traumatic brain injuries), families, caregivers, providers of services, administrators, and others interested in advocating for Trust beneficiaries.

What you’ll learn: Tips for Telling Your Story to Policymakers and Making Your ‘Ask’ · Tips for Meetings with Policymakers · Tips for Speaking at Public Testimony · How to Follow the Legislature · Advocacy From Home.

Participants should be prepared to participate with cameras on. Sharing your story can be your own personal experience, the experience of a friend or family member (with their permission to share), your experience as a professional working in the field, or a composite of people/clients in your experience.

To request a Registration Form, send an email to advocacy.coordinator@mhtrust.org.

Registration is required!

It's a beautiful sunny Fall day...looks like snow in the forecast, best get your sun today.  Travel safe friends... Apol...
11/05/2025

It's a beautiful sunny Fall day...looks like snow in the forecast, best get your sun today. Travel safe friends... Apologies for the delay in sharing the fun planned this month in Homer.

If you are in need of a hot meal, a food box, or a holiday meal this November, here is a resource list for the Central K...
11/05/2025

If you are in need of a hot meal, a food box, or a holiday meal this November, here is a resource list for the Central Kenai

Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15th-December 7th. Do you need help comparing Medicare part d prescription plans and...
10/03/2025

Medicare Open Enrollment is October 15th-December 7th.

Do you need help comparing Medicare part d prescription plans and enrolling in the best plan for you? Get help from a Medicare counselor.

We are taking appointments for ILC's Homer location November 12th.

Call 907-235-7911 to schedule an appointment.

ILC is pleased to announce the appointment of two Co-Executive Directors who will guide the organization.We welcome Magg...
10/02/2025

ILC is pleased to announce the appointment of two Co-Executive Directors who will guide the organization.

We welcome Maggie Winston, Executive Director of Outreach and Advocacy, and Lisa Ellison, Executive Director of Operations.

Both individuals bring significant strength to these positions which will only further the mission of the agency.

Happy early Boss Day (October 16th) to you both.

Hey Homer friends, recent northern light sightings, snow on the mountains and crispy mornings, October is right around t...
09/30/2025

Hey Homer friends, recent northern light sightings, snow on the mountains and crispy mornings, October is right around the corner. Check out this month's activities.

TRAILS had a fun filled couple weeks celebrating the change of seasons.  Thanks to Cody Wicken at Homer Horse Adventures...
09/16/2025

TRAILS had a fun filled couple weeks celebrating the change of seasons. Thanks to Cody Wicken at Homer Horse Adventures , Joscie Norris at Center for Alaskan Coastal Studies and Stacey Shultz at The Homer Foundation. TRAILS loves to connect with our community members in fun ways.

TRAILS was donated a day on the water fishing for silvers with  Drifters.  Thanks to Ben Collier for helping folks reduc...
09/02/2025

TRAILS was donated a day on the water fishing for silvers with Drifters. Thanks to Ben Collier for helping folks reduce barriers and having a stellar day on the water. Looking forward to exploring more rivers and lakes with you next year!!!

There's talk of fall in the air...TRAILS isn't done yet.  Check out what's happening down in Homer
08/27/2025

There's talk of fall in the air...TRAILS isn't done yet. Check out what's happening down in Homer

Address

265 E. Pioneer Avenue Suite #201
Homer, AK
99603

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+19072357911

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