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The New York State Independent
Living Council (NYSILC) is a not-for-profit, non-governmental, consumer
controlled organization. The council is composed of 27 appointees from around
the state, a majority of whom have disabilities, representing diverse cultures
and needs in the state. NYSILC is responsible for the development,
implementation and monitoring of the 3-year Statewide Plan for Independent
Living (SPIL). The council is jointly responsible for the SPIL with Its state
plan partners: New York State Education Department/Office of Vocational and
Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities (VESID) and the Office
of Children and Family Services/Commission for the Blind and Visually
Handicapped CBVH)
Independent Living means
controlling and directing your own life, taking risks, and being allowed to
succeed and fail on your own terms.
Statewide Independent Living
Councils (SILCs) established under Title VII of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
as amended, are state appointed councils which coordinate the functions related
to the planning, monitoring and evaluation of the SPIL.
NYSILC provides support and
technical assistance to 37 independent living centers-community-based
organizations directed by and for people with disabilities. Finally, NYSILC
assists in the drafting of disability legislation, promotes selected research
projects and coordinates the collection of polling data. .
Council meetings are held
quarterly in Albany and are open to the public. For more information, call us
at 518 427 1060, Voice and TDD; Toll Free 1 (877) 397-4126; E-mail us at
nysilc@nysilc.org; or fax us at (518) 427
1139
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