The Independent Living Experience
"Nothing About Us Without Us" - The Independent Living philosophy's focus is on maximizing each individual's independence, dignity, choice and flexibility. Decisions will never be made for participants but rather BY and WITH participants.
MWCIL coordinators recognize that people with disabilities are the best experts on their own needs. We have experience with barriers to independence and inclusion, but each consumer will drive the discussion and services.
If you are a person with a disability, and a need or goal, and live within our 26 town district, then MetroWest Center for Independent Living will work with you without charge.
What to expect
- Initial Call: During your first call to the center, you will be asked some general questions to ensure eligibility, and to help us understand your situation and goals.
- Assignment: The Director of Services will review your initial information, and assign an IL Coordinator to work with you.
- Initial Meeting: The Independent Living Coordinator will call you back, and schedule a place and time for the two of you to discuss your situation in detail. By the end of the initial meeting, you and the IL Coordinator should have a good understanding of an attainable goal, and the steps required. One outcome of this Consumer/Coordinator meeting is the development of each Consumer's personal Independent Living Plan and the the steps needed to accomplish this plan.
- Ongoing Meetings: The MWCIL services available to a Consumer are designed to increase each person's independence. Consumers are empowered by linking them with appropriate organizations, services, information or technologies. More specific information can be found on the Services Page, and include Advocacy, Information and Referral, Peer Support and Independent Living Skills Training.
- Other Support: If a situation requires a presence outside of the home or MWCIL office, such as a meeting with a Housing Authority, your Independent Living Coordinator can support you as needed at your meeting.
MWCIL service area of 26 towns: Ashland, Bellingham, Dover, Hudson, Foxboro, Framingham, Franklin, Holliston, Hopkinton, Maynard, Marlboro, Medway, Medfield, Millis, Natick, Needham, Norfolk, Plainville, Sherborn, Southboro, Stowe, Sudbury, Wayland, Wellesley, Weston and Wrentham.