CIL Jacksonville

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Lights of Independence

Join us for an inspiring evening as we celebrate independence, inclusion, and the power of community.

As the sun sets, attendees become a glowing, flowing 'living river of light' parade, and we want YOU there!

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Learn more about Lights of Independence

Any individual or group can become a float! Festival and parade participants may raise money, or just participate!

Start decorating your mobility device (or yourself), and get ready to be a part of something magical!

Lights of Independence: Spirit of the ADA Festival and Parade. A wheelchair outlined in glowing neon lights. Celebrate, empower, shine!
Lights of Independence in American Sign Language (ASL)
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Set A Goal Today!

Become a CIL consumer and set your eyes on specific goals for independent living.

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Get UNLOCKED!

Join any branch of UNLOCKED and unleash your dreams!

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PCAMatch.org

Find a personal care assistant

PCAMatch.org is a free service operated by CIL Jacksonville. It connects people with disabilities in Northeast Florida to personal care assistants (PCAs): people who help with daily living at home, at work and in the community.

Search by ZIP code or city, message the assistants who fit your needs, and hire on your own terms.

Are you a caregiver? Join free, set your own rate and hours, and be found by people near you.

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pcamatch.org

The PCAMatch.org home page: the headline "Find a skilled Personal Care Assistant", a box to search by ZIP code or city, and an invitation for caregivers to join.

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Programs and Services

Deaf Empowerment

Interpreting services, job search assistance, and free assistive technology to all deaf or hard of hearing individuals.

Ready to Achieve Mentoring

A high-tech, career-focused mentoring program for youth involved with or at risk of becoming involved with the juvenile justice system.

Temporary Loan Closet

A wide selection of wheelchairs, walkers, canes, shower equipment, and other medical equipment available for free short-term and long-term loan.

Benefits Planning and Assistance

Planning and information about work incentives, benefits you may qualify for, and social security benefits.

Information and Referrals

Our team members are here to assist you with navigating benefits and disability systems in any way we can.

Victims Advocacy

If you are the victim of domestic abuse or crime, we believe you and have trained crisis managers here to support you.

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At CIL Jacksonville we empower all people with any disability to achieve their independent living goals by providing community-based programs and self-directed services.

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Our team is ready to help you achieve your goals for independence.

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CIL Circles: Our Valued Sponsors and Community Partners

Jacksonville Sheriff's Office
Farah & Farah
Mayo Clinic
JTA
Hubbard House
DEX Imaging
La Firma del Chef
Brooks Rehabilitation
Access Jax
RS&H
UniVista Insurance
YMG Air Services

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