Independent Living

Short Description
Services:

Information and Referral
Available to any individual in the community who has a disability related question, concern or need

Advocacy
ACCESS works to assist individuals to communicate their needs to obtain services and support.

Peer Support
​Staff and trained volunteers with disabilities assist consumers with reaching independent living goals.

Skills Training
Individualized and group training in many skill areas

Transition Services
Specialized help in areas of community and post secondary transition

Youth Services
Access provides a wide variety of classes and services specifically for youth 18 and under

Assistive Technology
Over 1,000 devices can be tried, and many can by borrowed, free of charge for up to three weeks
Assessibility Assessment
Home safety, workplace accessibility, and ADA compliance assessments to improve physical and programmatic accessibility.
Address
3810 Milwaukee Street, Madison, WI
53714
Short Description
Associated Health Care Partners provides paraprofessional services to clients within their place of residence thereby assisting them to realize their highest level of independence and quality of life.
Address
525 Stone Arbor Trail, Verona, WI
53593
Short Description
We provide community mental health and day service programs for Rock County and the surrounding areas. Our day program starts at 4th grade and goes up until age 30 to help ease the transition phase of young adulthood and being able to stay with the same familiar faces. We focus on our communities and building relationships!
Address
23 W. Milwaukee St, Janesville, WI
53548
Short Description
Consultation to Preschools, Headstart and School Districts
Yoga and Mindfulness (classes, training or individual)
Support for anxiety management and emotional regulation
Support for mental health disorders such as trauma, ADHD/ADD, OCD and other behavioral disorders
Support in conducting functional behavior assessments/creating positive behavior intervention plans
Offering strategies to support successful inclusion within the community
Support for peer, sibling, and other family relationships
Strategies developing independence with daily living and self care routines
Support in developing communication systems and strategies
Supporting technology use and integration
Educational Assessments
Address
128 E. Olin Avenue, Suite 201, Madison, WI
53713
Listing Title
Short Description
Pioneering the use of art, creativity, and creative technologies to spark self-confidence, encourage independence, and build pathways to employment for autistic individuals.
Address
2122 East Edgewood Avenue, Shorewood, WI
53211
Listing Title
Short Description
Workshop OutcomesIncreased independence while living in family home, practicing skills for moving outIdentifying specific apartments or homes to move into and learning about affordable housingCreating a detailed plan of support needs and budget for support costsCreating a detailed budget of personal expensesLearning about Night Owl, grocery delivery, Energy Assistance and other community programsConnecting with potential roommates or neighbors with an emphasis on sharing support to maximize support dollars
Address
504 S. Brearly St. Madison, WI
53703
Listing Category
Short Description
The New Beginnings Club is a weekly social program for adults with disabilities! Join us at Neighborhood House every Friday (starting 2/18/22) from 10 AM-12 PM for food, fun, games, and activities!
Address
29 South Mills Street, Madison, WI
53715