California Foundation for Independent Living Centers (CFILC)

We're on the news! Here's a segment from our opening ceremony featured on KCRA 3. We had a blast showing our attendees our newest office and meeting new faces. Thank you for the support! https://lnkd.in/gYjkxprT

Yesterday, CFILC, advocates from Disability Resources Agency for Independent Living-DRAIL and allied organizations visited the California State Capital to speak at the Senate Subcommittee on Health and Human Services in response to massive cuts proposed in the Governor's May Revise of the State budget. Advocates spoke against cuts to programs critical for older adults and people with disabilities, including In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS), CalFresh| CA|COUNTY |Housing Assistance Programs and funding for housing programs for older adults and people with disabilities. IHSS is an especially critical program, providing attendant/caregiver support for low income individuals, allowing them the ability to live in community, instead of being forced into institutionalization. These programs are critical, and CFILC remains committed to holding our government accountable to its commitment to building a California For All — a California that remains committed to supporting the independence of older adults and people with disabilities.

Did you sign up yet? Register today and come see our new offices with a ribbon cutting ceremony, tour and reception to follow. We can't wait for you to join us! RSVP here: bit.ly/3Wq3QGB

Come on down and celebrate with us! RSVP today!

Save the Date! June 10th, 2024 Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony, tour our new office, and meet our team! Help us start a new chapter in CFILC’s history by celebrating with festivities and commemorations. Register today with the link provided below: https://bit.ly/3Wq3QGB Image Description: A blue box has the following text at the top, “California Foundation for Independent Living Centers has a new office!” In the middle is a photo with three people holding a red ribbon. Below the photo is a yellow box with the following text, " Ribbon Cutting Ceremony." Below is a box with the following text, “RSVP: bit.ly/3Wq3QGB, June 10th, 2024, 11:00 AM-12:00 PM.” At the bottom left corner is the CFILC logo.

Hello! Our Statewide Youth Organizer is open so apply today! This is a great opportunity to engage with new communities, become a leader and help shape policies for people with disabilities. https://lnkd.in/gHcPdAgF

Join us March 15th-17th at Abilities Expo at the Los Angeles Convention Center!   Join the CFILC program teams for a weekend of demonstrations, informative conversations, and advocacy resources. This will be your chance to see new AT in action and ask about our upcoming events. Visit our showcase booth #224 and #227! See you soon!  #AbilitiesExpo #AssistiveTechnology #AbilityTools #CFILC #CaliforniaFoundationForIndependentLivingCenters #LosAngeles #LosAngelesConventionCenter

Disability Rights California is thrilled to announce that Governor Newsom has signed AB 545 (Pellerin) into law. This legislation brings improvements to voting accessibility, with a particular focus on curbside voting, taking an important step towards ensuring that all Californians have the opportunity to participate equally in our democracy. Key provisions of AB 545 include mandatory curbside voting, readily available handheld magnifiers, and signature guides at all voting locations across the state. These measures are designed to remove barriers that voters with disabilities often face when exercising their right to vote. Read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/eg3TKmZR

Thank you for the excellent conversation today!

33 years ago on July 26, 1990, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) was signed into law. This historic civil rights law protects the rights of people with disabilities. Whether it's having an office building accessible to enter or changing office work to be more flexible, the ADA has made sure we are heard for changes in the workplace, the classroom and overall society.  How has the ADA helped you over these years since it was created in 1990? Comment below! #ThanksToTheADA  #ADA33  #ADANetwork #DisabilityPride Image Description: A white flier with a logo in the center reads, “ADA 33 (1990-2023) Americans with Disabilities Act. Celebrate the ADA! July 26, 2023.” On the left and right sides of the flier are curved dotted red designs. A picture of a person using a wheelchair is traveling on an access ramp where three other people are standing at the top of the ramp. In the bottom left corner is a half blue circle with the CFILC logo inside of it.