Enabling Access (Mar ’24)–Community Corner
Imagine for a moment that you are a wheelchair user who lives independently with the help of Personal Care Assistants (PCAs). Your PCA has left for the evening, leaving you alone, and suddenly you hear the distinct wailing of Tornado sirens outside. What would you do? The scenario described above is all too real for […]
Enabling Access (Mar ’24)–Program Spotlight : HOME Choice
Many people dream of returning to life in their community during a long-term stay at a hospital or nursing home, but many do not know how to make that dream a reality. A Medicaid program called HOME Choice is the answer for many individuals who want to get back into the community. Established in 2008 […]
Enabling Access (Mar ’24)–ACIL Happenings : Eclipse Preparation
Are you aware of how the upcoming solar eclipse will impact the Dayton community? This month’s ACIL Happenings article is dedicated to ensuring consumers are prepared for the once in a lifetime celestial event. A solar eclipse occurs when the Moon passes between Earth and the Sun, obscuring the view of the Sun from a […]
Enabling Access (Mar ’24)–Staff Spotlight : Jeff Allen
Meet Jeff Allen, Manager of the Recycled Equipment Donated for Independence (REDI) Program at the Access Center for Independent Living (ACIL). Life thew him a curve ball in 2004 when he was diagnosed with Guillain-Barré Syndrome, a rare autoimmune disorder that affects nerves causing weakness and tingling in extremities which in severe cases can cause […]
Enabling Access (Feb ’24)–Staff Spotlight : Allison Boot
Meet Allison Boot, a newly-hired independent Living Specialist at the Access Center for Independent Living. Allison worked at ACIL years ago and is excited to be back here working again. When asked why she decided to come back she answered, “I am the current Ms. Wheelchair Ohio. I have some amazing experiences as a statewide […]
Upcoming Event (Feb ’24 Events Calendar) March 6th Living Well In Community Meeting
The Access Center is offering Living Well In The Community again this year for individuals with disabilities (age 18 and older) who would like to personally develop healthy habits for this new year! This 10-week virtual program focuses on an individual’s health and wellness. There is no cost to participate. Meeting virtually allows participants to […]
Upcoming Event (Feb ’24 Events Calendar) February 26th Access & Functional Needs Committee Meeting
ACIL is excited to announce that the Access & Functional Needs Committee will have it’s first meeting at our building on February 26th, 2024, from 2pm-3:30pm with an additional to join virtually. This and future meetings will be open to anyone interested in participating. ACIL and other organizations on the committee are looking to have […]
Upcoming Meeting (Feb ’24 Events Calendar) March 7th The Molina Bridge to Access Quarterly Meeting
If you are a Molina member, have a family member who is, or are a caregiver through Molina, you are invited to The Molina Bridge to Access Quarterly Meeting on Thursday, March 7th, 2024, from 12 PM to 1:30 PM at The Access Center for Independent Living, Inc. (ACIL). Molina Healthcare is hosting the quarterly […]
Upcoming Event (Feb ’24 Events Calendar) February 13th Breaking Silences Advocacy Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss Senate Bill 213 which is is a bill to recognize supported decision-making as an alternative to guardianship in Ohio. Kristen Henry, Executive Director of Advocacy & Protectives Services, Inc. (APSI) Ohio will share the background of how the bill was developed, why it is an important step in expanding options for […]
Upcoming Event (Feb ’24 Events Calendar) March 12th Breaking Silences Advocacy Committee Meeting
The committee will discuss various types of fraud. Kathryn Metz, Senior Outreach & Education Specialist at the Office of the Ohio Consumers’ Counsel is organizing a discussion panel with representatives from relevant agencies. Kathryn will give an overview of utility scams and fraud. Someone from Senior Medicare Patrol will be presenting on Medicare fraud, someone […]