Meet Latrell Jackson
Latrell Jackson is a 16-year-old who attends school in Duval County and is part of the ILRC’s RAMP program, Ready to Achieve Mentoring Program, a career-focused program for youth with disabilities.
Meet Immanuel Santos
Though the doctor told his mother that he would never walk or talk, Immanuel Santos has defied all of that with a sunny disposition and rapid fire conversation.
Welcoming New Additions to the ILRC Family
We have recently welcomed Deidra Simon, Madison Stewart, Adriana Cheraso, and Jose Morales to the ILRC family! We are excited to see what they will bring to the team with their knowledge and experience helping the Jacksonville community.
ILRC of Northeast Florida Reminds Those Living With a Disability to Plan Ahead During Hurricane Season
Jacksonville, FL (August 26, 2016) – This year the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts the strongest Atlantic hurricane season since 2012 with up to 17 possible storms. Now is the time to plan for a hurricane in Northeast…
Summer Camp Success
During the week, several guest speakers were invited to give presentations on credit, self-advocacy, and public transportation. The students completed STEM Projects on solar energy, wind energy, circuitry, and weather.
Deaf Social Gathering at The ILRC
Written by: Daniella Sinofsky When Deidra Simon moved to Florida in 2004, she never would have thought she would become the new Deaf Consumer Coordinator for the Independent Living Resource Center (ILRC). She changed her career, learned a new language and…
ILRC of Northeast Florida to Participate in We Vote Rally at Jacksonville City Hall Thursday, July 21
Who: The nonprofit Independent Living Resource Center (ILRC) of Northeast Florida will be participating in a We Vote Rally in the Jacksonville City Hall rotunda on Thursday, July 21 from 5:30 to 8pm. What: The We Vote Rally is designed…
Meet Sherry Bell
Grandmother Sherry Bell was born deaf but it hasn’t stopped her from having goals for herself or her family.
Independent Living Foundation Announces First Statewide Fundraising Campaign – 500 Founders; Matching Grant from Farah & Farah to Boost Donations
Jacksonville, FL (June 30, 2016) — The Independent Living Foundation has kicked off its first statewide fundraising campaign, 500 Founders, with a $50,000 grant from the law firm of Farah & Farah. The announcement was made by Sharon Dykes, Executive…
Abilities in Art
This Saturday, the Independent Living Resource Center (ILRC) will pair art and awareness for its third annual Abilities in Art project at the Riverside Arts Market. The project raises awareness of persons living with physical disabilities in the Jacksonville community.