updated 10/16/2023 MWCIL has collected COVID-19 resources for people with disabilities. Follow up with the providers to confirm all details as many programs have ended. If you have a disability and need assistance, MWCIL continues to be fully staffed. COVID Tests From MASS.gov: In Massachusetts, visit the Find a COVID-19 test page for more information… Read More Coronavirus – COVID-19: Resources
Category: News
From The Hill The Americans with Disabilities Act is turning 30. Here’s what you should know. The civil rights law bans discrimination on the basis of disability. By Chia-Yi Hou https://thehill.com/changing-america/well-being/prevention-cures/478658-the-americans-with-disabilities-act-is-turning This is the first we’ve seen of what will be many articles on what’s right and what’s wrong in 2020.
September 30, 2019
Sue Rorke
Join us in congratulating MWCIL Advocacy Director, David Correia, as the recipient of the 2019 Regional Advocacy Award for Region I from the National Council on Independent Living (NCIL). The award was announced in Washington in July at the national conference, and he received it last week at the Statewide Independent Living Conference. Region I… Read More NCIL Advocacy Award to David Correia
August 12, 2019
Sue Rorke
Danya, Mikaela and Kyla traveled to Washington in July for the National Council on Independent Living Annual Conference. The highlight of this conference is a march and rally at the Capital, and then visits with Senators and Congress people. This annual event is a chance for independent living staff and advocates to grow as they… Read More NCIL Annual Conference
July 22, 2019
Sue Rorke
The 29th celebration of the ADA was great. Dunn Pond State Park had a cool breeze. We had lots of food, kayaking, hiking, music and friends! Visit ADA Celebration 2019 and check out our photos.
May 23, 2019
Sue Rorke
The 2019 Caring Force rally was for fair pay for comparable work and a student loan repayment program. Legislators were asked to support bills that will strengthen our workforce. Check out our photo page.
May 23, 2019
Sue Rorke
Hundreds of PCAs and 1199SEIU members marched to the governor’s office on May 15, 2019, asking for better wages. Attorney General Maura Healey supported them in a rally outside of the state house. Paul Spooner from MWCIL also spoke. Check out our photos from the day.
April 18, 2019
Sue Rorke
Made the annual trip to Natick, just short of the 10 mile mark, to photograph the wheelchairs and hand cycles. 2019 Boston Marathon Photos page
March 25, 2019
Sue Rorke
All of our photos are posted – visit the 2019 IL Education Day photo page. Visit the MA Statewide Independent Living Council website masilc.org. for an overview of the event. 2019 Legislative Priorities Align MA AAB regulations with the ADA Support Independent Living Centers Services and supports for Youth Access to Housing for People with… Read More IL Education Day at the State House 2019 review
February 7, 2019
Sue Rorke
We had a great discussion at our annual Legislative Roundtable with the Easter Seals of MA. Check out the photos! https://mwcil.org/index.php/photo-galleries/ada-celebrations-3/2019-legislative-forum/