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This one-to-one mentoring model is based on the belief that a staff Peer Mentor with shared disability related experiences is the best guide to independence.

The Peer Mentor

Provides motivation and serves as a role model of living independently with a disability;

  • Assists with self-exploration and attainment of goals for independence;
  • Provides information regarding community resources; and
  • Promotes being part of the disability advocacy community speaking up for equal rights and opportunities.

Peer Networking

Peer network opportunities such as Independent Living Skills Training and participant led activities provide an opportunity for individuals with disabilities across disability types and age spans to meet together to explore common issues and share strategies for success. The advantages of networking are:

  • To help build peer support;
  • To provide a setting to discuss disability issues;
  • To share common experiences and knowledge; and
  • To encourage problem solving through individual empowerment.

All Services

Information & Referral

Current disability-related information on programs, resources and support services is offered to the public.

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Advocacy Services

ECI provides assistance in resolving discrimination complaints between, individuals, groups, & more…

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Peer Mentoring

One-to-one mentoring model with a peer sharing their disability-related experiences.

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Skills Training

Participants identify training needs to gain skills for living independently and work with a Peer Mentor.

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Transitioning

Help with disability-related Nursing Home / Institution / Youth and transitioning.

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Housing

We maintain resources of housing available in our service area, including subsidized & tax credit housing.

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Education

The ECI staff provides students and their parents with information, guidance, and advocacy training.

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Transportation

Transportation options, how to apply for them, ILS training related to transportation, and more.

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Hearing Outreach

Technical assistance, equipment training and disability awareness services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing

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Benefits Counseling

Services for Employment, Supplemental Security Income, Social Security Disability Insurance, & more…

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Employment Network

Finding opportunities in the job market, resume assistance, interview prep, and more…

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