The Grand Rapids Center for Independent Living values the contribution persons with disabilities can offer through the affirmation and empathy that comes with shared life experiences.
All people have a right to dignity that comes with making choices and taking risks.
We recognize that through this process of decision making an individual may need a trusting environment to seek information, practice skills, and discuss issues with peers. The Grand Rapids Center for Independent Living recognized peer support services as a source of validation and a catalyst for change and achievement. The Center for Independent Living has a responsibility to ensure the integrity of peer services, and to support the efforts of individuals and groups. The Grand Rapids Center for Independent Living will provide as a core service, peer support to individuals and groups within confidential environment that respects their responsibility for openness, honest and caring. Us Other CIL's Newsletters ARS Community CO-OP DEAF, etc.