by Paulette Southerly | Feb 4, 2019 | Disability, Public Awareness
We’re loving this Superbowl ad from Microsoft.
by Paulette Southerly | Jan 23, 2019 | Advocacy, Disability, Public Awareness
Remembering a pioneer of disability rights on Ed Roberts’ Day. Ed Roberts (1939-1995) was an American activist and a pioneering leader in the disability rights movement. He was the first student with severe disabilities to attend the University of Berkeley,...
by Paulette Southerly | Jan 21, 2019 | Disability, Outreach, Public Awareness
WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-WV) this week released information to help West Virginians impacted by the government shutdown. The list of resources includes information about how to obtain unemployment benefits, food assistance, loans, as well as...
by Paulette Southerly | Jan 4, 2019 | Outreach, Public Awareness
NWVCIL is hiring an Independent Living Resource Specialist in Elkins, WV! A full job listing and additional information can be found on idealist.org. The ILRS provides consumer-directed independent living skills training and peer and supportive counseling. Shares...
by Paulette Southerly | Dec 20, 2018 | Public Awareness
Happy Holidays from everyone at NWVCIL to you and yours! The Northern WV Center for Independent Living will close on Friday, December 21st and reopen Wednesday, January 2nd to allow staff to celebrate the holiday season.
by Paulette Southerly | Dec 19, 2018 | Advocacy, Disability, Public Awareness
Reminder: IMPROVE Act Passed the House – Now Call Your Senators! The House of Representatives has passed the IMPROVE Act (H.R. 7217) with a vote of 400-11. Now the bill moves to the Senate where a vote is expected as early as this week!Call your Senators today...
