WRILC will be participating in Boscov's Friends Helping Friends Sale this year!

For a $5 donation, you will receive a 25% off shopping pass to use in-store or online for the Friends Helping Friends Sale,

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 (Store hours 8:00 am - 11:00 pm) AND a chance to win a $100 Boscov's Gift Card. Shop at any Boscov's location OR online

100% of your $5 donation will benefit Western Reserve Independent Living Center

Passes are available now - October 22 in our office!

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A message from our Partner ACIL

Greetings,

As a partner of the Access Center for Independent Living (ACIL), including consumers of the ACIL, Ohio Centers for Independent Living, Ohio county public health departments, nonprofit organizations, and community organizations serving individuals with disabilities; you are invited to participate in research about individuals with disabilities living in Ohio who want to share their experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. We would appreciate your help in disseminating the survey to individuals with disabilities and individuals who work with individuals with disabilities who would like to provide feedback on their experiences with the COVID-19 pandemic. You can share the advertisement flyer by posting it on social media accounts, websites, or at your physical organization location. You may share the included email and the attached flyers by forwarding them to your partners who may have interest or interaction with other individuals with disabilities living in Ohio.

This survey will ask basic questions about demographic data, disability status, and COVID-19 pandemic challenges and barriers. The information collected will help improve emergency preparedness and response related to future disasters, such as pandemics. Results can be used to improve efforts to have more accessible healthcare within the community.

There are two ways to take the survey: using the online link listed below, or by requesting a paper copy through bergman.103@wright.edu. If an individual requests to complete a paper survey one can be mailed to them. An addressed return envelope and stamp will be included to submit the completed survey. To protect the participants, directions for completing and returning the paper survey will explain not to include their return addresses on the return envelope. This survey will be anonymous, and participants can voluntarily complete the survey. Individuals can complete the survey at their own discretion and with additional help from their caretakes or other support people if needed.

Link: https://wright.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_cGWCJ19le8ZcW0e

For questions related to the research and completion of this survey, technical assistance, or for general questions about the survey of Unmet Needs of Ohioans with Disabilities, please contact Marissa Bergman with Wright State University and the Access Center for Independent Living at bergman.103@wright.edu or 937-341-5202 or the faculty lead at amanda.hinson-enslin@wright.edu and (937) 775-1430. If you have questions about your rights as a research volunteer or would simply like to speak with someone other than the research team about concerns regarding this study, please contact the IRB at (937) 775-4462 or irb-rsp@wright.edu. All reports or correspondence will be kept confidential.

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Our offices are now fully reopened reopened.

Monday– Friday

8am– 4PM

Walk ins welcome!

Come Visit us today!

330-372-3325

Our Independent Living Specialists and professionals are available to you for in-person appointments Monday - Friday from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.!
Please call or email your support professional to set up an appointment if needed.

You can reach us by phone at 330-372-3325.
Please visit our website www.wrilc.org to find staff members’ EMAIL if you wish to reach them that way or you can CONTACT US here.

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For a limited time get unlimited talk, text and 10 GB of Data PLUS a Free Smartphone when you sign up for the Emergency Broadband Benefit (EBB) Program!

But wait, there’s more! AND get a tablet for just $10.01 when you qualify. Apply now to unlock your one-time discount on a brand-new tablet!

For the last 35 years, the FCC has made it possible for low-income consumers to receive access to free or heavily discounted communication services. The service originally started with home phone access, but as they saw the needs change over time, they expanded the program to provide wireless phones. Federal law requires telecommunication companies to contribute to the Universal Service Fund which in turn pays for the cell phone program, administered by USAC.

StandUp Wireless is a provider of Lifeline, a government benefit program. Qualifying individuals enrolling in Lifeline with StandUp Wireless will receive free minutes, text and data. Customers qualify through programs such as Medicaid, SNAP, Federal Public Housing and Veterans Pension, or based on your household income.

Our service works on most GSM handsets. To see if your phone is compatible, click here.

If you qualify for Lifeline, you also qualify for the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program. Your online Lifeline application will give you access to apply to both programs automatically to ensure that you are maximizing your benefit. If you would like to apply for Lifeline or EBB only, just give us a call at 1-800-544-4441.

Cruise Self-Driving Car Survey for Wheelchair Users

Cruise is a self-driving car company based in San Francisco. We are developing ride-sharing and delivery services that will be accessible to all.

We’re seeking anonymous feedback from people who use wheelchairs to inform and improve products. If you have a moment, please complete a short survey (no more than 5 minutes).

Please feel free to forward this survey to friends, family, or colleagues who want to participate.

New Behavioral Health Resources for Ohio’s Deaf Community

The Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services’ Disparities and Cultural Competence (DACC) Advisory Committee has released new behavioral health resources for Ohio’s deaf and hard-of-hearing community. The DACC Committee partnered with Ohio Association of the Deaf, Inc. to record videos in American Sign Language that focus on alcohol and drug addiction, suicide prevention, and the impact of trauma on lifelong wellness. Click the following to view/listen to the videos.

What is Drug and Alcohol Addiction: Audio
What is Drug and Alcohol Addiction: Video
Suicide Prevention: Audio
Suicide Prevention: Video
Traumatic Events can Impact Wellness: Audio
Traumatic Events can Impact Wellness: Video

Pediatricians Should Look for Risk Factors Linked to Teen Suicide

The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new guidelines for Pediatricians that include looking for risk factors linked to teen suicide. The guidelines were first published in 2007, and were updated this year. Risk factors that are included in the guidelines include substance abuse, a history of physical or sexual abuse, mood disorders, identifying as LGBT, and bullying. To see more, click here.

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