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Narrative

Self advocacy empowers consumers to be assertive and articulate when faced with obstacles to independent living goals.  Self advocacy means knowing what an individual wants, and knowing how to achieve one’s personal goals.

MWCIL actively educates consumers in advocacy methods. Consumers are encouraged to take direct roles in advocating for their own issues as well as the issues of others. MWCIL trains consumers how to contact public officials and present their issues in writing, over the telephone and by appointment.

With access to the MWCIL database of state and federal officials’ contact information combined with educational materials and training on effective letter/email writing, and phone calling, consumers have the tools they need to effect change.

MWCIL also will support an individual’s rights in their community by filing complaints and taking action as needed to remove illegal barriers or obtain services.

Service Types

• Independent Living Centers
• Self-Advocacy

Program Type

• Advocacy

Populations Served

• All Disabilities
• Intellectual Disabilities
• Mental Illness
• Physical Disabilities

Ages Served

• Birth to 3
• 3 - 4
• 5 - 8
• 9 - 13
• 14 - 18
• 19 - 22
• 23 – 59
• 60 +

Languages Spoken

• Portuguese
• Spanish

Accessibility Features

• Able to serve clients in their wheelchair
• Accessible Parking
• Accessible Public Transportation
• Accessible Restrooms
• Elevators
• Near Public Transportation
• Services at Home
• Wheelchair Ramps

Additional Information

• Fees: Free Service