Joplin / Missouri / United States
The Independent Living Center is a private, nonprofit corporation that offers services to meet the needs of individuals with disabilities. The organization offers services for the residents of southwestern Missouri. It administers the Consumer Directed Services (CDS) attendant program. The Independent Living Center provides more than 35,000 worth of medical equipment free to consumers on an annual basis. The organization offers assistance with daily living activities, such as bathing, meal preparation, grooming, toileting, and hair and nail care. Founded in 1994, it conducts one-on-one independent living skills training classes. The Independent Living Center additionally organizes social and recreational activities.
