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CIL Orlando

We are a private, non-profit organization that was founded by Central Floridians dedicated to helping people with disabilities.

CIL is a cross-disability service agency with a mission to create opportunities for disability inclusion. It serves individuals with any type of disability of any age residing in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Polk, Hardee, Highlands, and DeSoto counties. CIL has two office locations dedicated to serving the Central Florida region, each of which have specific programs and services available to their surrounding community.

08/11/2025

In 1976, Beverly Chapman took a bold stand for disability rights and changed lives forever.

This month, we proudly honor her legacy as part of our 50th Anniversary Campaign. What began as one woman’s fight for access and independence has grown into a movement that continues to transform lives across Central Florida.

Join us as we celebrate 50 years of advocacy, inclusion, and the power of community.

08/08/2025

Our Foundations to Freedom program helps ensure that people with disabilities can live with dignity by making essential home modifications that promote safety, mobility, and independence.

Whether it's building a wheelchair ramp, widening doorways, installing grab bars, or exterior step modifications, we meet people where they are and transform houses into homes that truly support independent living.

Because access isn’t just about getting through the door, it’s about thriving once you’re inside.

Support our Foundations to Freedom program by visiting our Amazon Wish List and helping provide the essential tools and equipment needed for individuals with disabilities to live independently.

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08/06/2025

This week, we welcomed Emma, a psychology senior from UCF, as part of the Knight Shadow program, a wonderful initiative that connects students with professionals for a day of immersive learning.

Emma joined us to experience a day in the life of the Center for Independent Living in Central Florida, learning about disability rights, advocacy, and our critical programs. We’re honored to have shared insights into how we support independence and inclusion in our community.

Thank you, Emma, for your enthusiasm and curiosity! We look forward to watching all you accomplish.

08/04/2025

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are canceling both of our upcoming Hurricane Preparedness events originally scheduled for August 5 in Winter Park and August 7 in Lakeland.

We remain committed to ensuring our community has access to life-saving information and will continue to share emergency preparedness resources online throughout the month.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we prioritize the safety and accessibility of our community.

Follow us here for future updates and resource links.

Debido a circunstancias imprevistas, hemos cancelado nuestros próximos eventos de Preparación para Huracanes, programados originalmente para el 5 de agosto en Winter Park y el 7 de agosto en Lakeland.

Seguimos comprometidos a garantizar que nuestra comunidad tenga acceso a información vital sobre preparación para emergencias. Compartiremos recursos accesibles en nuestras redes sociales y sitio web durante todo el mes de agosto.

Agradecemos su comprensión y continuo apoyo mientras priorizamos la seguridad y accesibilidad de nuestra comunidad.

Síganos aquí para recibir futuras actualizaciones y recursos.

08/04/2025

August is Access for All Month! At the Center for Independent Living in Central Florida, we believe accessibility touches every part of life, from sidewalks you can safely navigate to websites everyone can use.
This month, we're shining a light on how accessibility and inclusion empower independence for people with disabilities across Central Florida. Whether it's removing physical barriers or promoting digital inclusion, every effort brings us closer to a truly inclusive community.
Join us! Follow along as we share real stories, resources, and ways you can help break down barriers and celebrate inclusive living.
Learn more about our work and how you can get involved: www.cilorlando.org

07/31/2025

🏠 Home should be a place of ease and comfort, not barriers.

Through our Foundations to Freedom program, we help older adults and individuals with disabilities safely and independently navigate their homes.

💜 From wheelchair ramps and grab bar installations to bathroom safety upgrades and stair modifications, these life-changing home improvements make daily life easier and safer.

Thanks to support from HUD grants and local partnerships, we’re are able to offer these lifechanging services at no cost to individuals across Central Florida.

🔗 To learn more about our Foundations to Freedom program, please visit cilorlando.org/programs/foundations-to-freedom

07/30/2025

💜 In 1976, a grassroots movement began in Central Florida, born from the belief that people with disabilities deserve the same opportunities to live, work and thrive as anyone else.

From humble beginnings to a powerhouse of advocacy, we have spent the past five decades redefining what independence means. Our movement has championed for disability rights, accessible housing and public transit, youth empowerment, lifelong partnerships and inclusive programs.

As we celebrate our 50th Anniversary, we honor our past and look forward to an unstoppable future. Together, we’re building a future rooted in equity, access, and freedom for all.

🙏 Thank you, Central Florida, for 50 amazing years.

07/29/2025

💜 A Day to Remember.

On Friday, we celebrated the 35th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a landmark moment in the disability rights movement.

We heard from speakers like Tammy, a mother of two boys who have gone through our career camps and Project SEARCH programs, Chip Byers, chairman of the Orange County Disability Advisory Board, and Representative Anna V. Eskamani.

🏆 We also had the honor of awarding Norm Hickling with the Beverly Chapman Legacy Award. Norm is a community changemaker that has significantly increased transportation accessibility for people with disabilities through his role as the Director of Mobility Services at LYNX.

We ended the event with the unveiling of Florida's first historical marker ever given to a disability advocate, in honor of our founder, Beverly Chapman.

🙏 Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special day. The impact we have made in Central Florida is the result of the hard work, sacrifice and support of countless individuals. We are excited to continue to support a safe, more accessible Central Florida community for people with disabilities.

Address

720 N Denning Drive
Winter Park, FL
32789

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4pm
Tuesday	9am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 4pm
Thursday	9am - 4pm

Website

http://www.cilorlando.org/

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