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What Does "Independent Living" Mean?

Independent Living Programs & Services

Sight Services for Independent Living

Statewide Independent Living Council

What Does "Independent Living" Mean?

For many Americans with Disabilities, Independent Living Means freedom - the freedom to Make choices in their lives Taking an active part in daily Living at home and in the Community, which some people Take for granted, can be difficult For a person with a significant Disability.

Independent Living programs can Help overcome barriers; especially those that impede a person's Ability to pursue activities of his/her own choice.

A variety of services are available In New Hampshire to assist people with disabilities in Achieving their personal life choices and goals.

Independent Living Programs and Services

Information and Referral
Independent Living Skills
Training Peer Support Counseling
Advocacy (assistance with resolving
Problems related to disabilities)
Home Modification
Accessible Transportation
Adaptive Aids and Equipment
Interpreters for Individuals who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
Service Coordination (Case Management)
Personal Care Attendants (PCAs)

Note: Eligibility for services from The Granite State Independent Living (GSIL) and the State Independent Living Program is Based on the existence of a significant disability that impedes independence. Some of the services available Are dependent upon financial need.

For information on any of these programs, contact:

GSIL
P.O. Box7268
Concord, NH 03301-7268
Tel: (603) 228-9680 Or 1-800-826-3700 (Voice/TTY).
For more information visit gsil.org

Sight Services for Independent Living

Independent Living Services are available for individuals who are legally blind or visually impaired and who are 55 years of age or older including:

For more information contact:

Services for Blind and Visually Impaired
21 South Fruit Street, Suite 20
Concord, NH 03301
Tel: (603) 271-3537 or 1-800-581-6881 (Voice/TTY)

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