Coalition for Independent Living Options, Inc.

12/23/2025

Need a personal care attendant (PCA) for at least 2 activities of daily living such as ambulation, bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, toileting, or other similar tasks? If so, and you are at least 18 years of age, you might be eligible for financial assistance to offset the cost of care through the JPPAS (James Patrick Memorial Personal Attendant Services & Employment Assistance) Program!
Send a message or call us at 561-966-4288 and ask for more info about JPPAS!

11/29/2025

🌊 SAIL Program: Navigate Your Journey to Independence! 🌊

Are you a resident of Palm Beach County with a disability? The SAIL Program from the Coalition for Independent Living Options is here to help you on your journey to greater independence!

🌟 We Can Help With:

Job readiness & pre-employment training
Socializing with other people with disabilities
Gaining independent living skills
Applying for food stamps or Medicaid
Prescription drug assistance
Medicare premium waivers
Transitioning out of nursing homes
Accessing recreational opportunities
Emergency food & financial assistance
Transportation needs
And much more!

✅ Eligibility:
Palm Beach County resident
Have a disability
Income at or below 50% area median income
Let’s talk about what you need to thrive!

📞 Contact us today! Phone: (561) 966-4288
📧 Email: CILO@cilo.org

11/27/2025

🦃 Happy Thanksgiving from CILO! 🧡

This Thanksgiving, we are grateful for our consumers, community partners, and supporters who help us promote independence and inclusion every day. Your kindness and collaboration make a lasting difference in the lives of those we serve.

CILO will be closed on Thursday, November 27th, and Friday, November 28th, in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.
We will reopen on Monday, December 1st, for normal business hours.

Wishing everyone a safe, joyful, and gratitude-filled holiday! 🍂

11/26/2025

🌟 Empowering Youth with LEAP! 🌟

Our Learning and Educational Advocacy Program (LEAP) is here to support individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, along with their families, in achieving their goals! LEAP offers personalized advocacy, skill-building, and training programs tailored to help you succeed in education, career, and independent living.

LEAP Services Include:
✔️ Disability Screening and Evaluation Information
✔️ Free Advocacy for IEP and 504 Meetings
✔️ Assistance with Food Stamps & Medicaid Applications
✔️ SSI Income Guidance
✔️ Career, Social, and Independent Living Skills Development
✔️ Youth Leadership Skills and College Preparation
✔️ Counseling and Therapy Services (When Available)..and so much more!

Who We Support: Individuals with intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, autism, spina bifida, Down syndrome, Phelan-McDermid syndrome, Prader-Willi syndrome, and more!

If you're looking for support, guidance, or resources, reach out today to see how LEAP can help! 💪✨

11/20/2025

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Transcript: tavalen

"disability advocacy went wrong when it became about inspiration p**n and "differently abled" and savants.

"its incredible that that guy with no legs did a triathlon but your sister with no legs will not and she doesn't need prosthetics or five hour training days to deserve respect and compassion and accommodations.

"its incredible that that autistic guy can look at a city from a helicopter for an hour and then draw the entire detailed skyline from memory when he lands but your autistic friend cannot and they dont' need to have a special Autism Power to deserve respect and compassion and accommodations.

"activism framed around "we are just as CAPABLE" means that when people genuinely are less capable they are left behind.

"activism framed around "we are just as WORTHY” is fundamental to radical compassion."