Independent Living Program
Living independently means different things to people. For some, it is the freedom and ability to make choices on how to live their life. For
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Northwestern Illinois Center for Independent Living (NICIL) offers five (5) core focus areas:
INDIVIDUAL AND SYSTEMIC ADVOCACY | PEER SUPPORT | INFORMATION AND REFERRALS | INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS TRAINING | TRANSITIONAL SERVICES
In addition to our five (5) core focus areas we offer services that include: Personal Assistance (PA Services), Community Reintegration Program, and Education/Outreach programs.
Not sure what services you need? Call us at 815-625-7860 or 888-886-4245. We will ask some questions, listen to you, and help you find the resources that will match your needs, even if that isn’t NICIL. We want you to be empowered and encouraged to live independently in our communities. Let’s talk.
Living independently means different things to people. For some, it is the freedom and ability to make choices on how to live their life. For
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Toll Free: 888-886-4245
TTY: 815-625-7863
Local: 815-625-7860
Fax: 815-625-7876
After Hours: 779-245-7045 (Monitored phone only. Your call will be returned on the next business day.)
Please Note: NICIL is NOT an emergency response agency. If you have an emergency, please dial 911 for assistance!