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Westchester Independent Living Center Westchester Independent Living Center is an advocacy and resource center for people with disabilities.

WILC is teaming up with Brewster High School and the Putnam County Transition Consortium once again for the Resource & T...
10/28/2026

WILC is teaming up with Brewster High School and the Putnam County Transition Consortium once again for the Resource & Transition Fair. Families and students with an IEP or 504 plan can connect with local agencies and service providers covering education, training, employment, independence, and more, all in one place. Mark your calendar for November 5th, 4-7pm at Brewster High School.

WILC is hiring. đź’ĽTwo new positions are open for people who want to help connect others with the information, support, an...
10/26/2026

WILC is hiring. đź’Ľ

Two new positions are open for people who want to help connect others with the information, support, and resources they need across the Hudson Valley.

One role focuses on TBI/NHTD Waiver intake and housing. The other is a Peer Independent Living Specialist position for someone with lived experience of disability.

Know someone who would be a great fit? Pass this along.

Persons with disabilities, women, and minority individuals are strongly encouraged to apply.

To learn more about these open positions, check out the link here: https://www.wilc.org/category/employment-opportunities/

October 27 is World Occupational Therapy Day. This year's theme, Participation Matters, highlights how everyday activiti...
10/26/2026

October 27 is World Occupational Therapy Day. This year's theme, Participation Matters, highlights how everyday activities and routines support health and wellbeing. WILC connects our community to resources that help people build independence and stay engaged in the activities that matter most to them.

October is ADHD Awareness Month. ADHD affects children and adults alike, shaping how people focus, process, and navigate...
10/23/2026

October is ADHD Awareness Month. ADHD affects children and adults alike, shaping how people focus, process, and navigate daily life. WILC connects our community to resources and support for individuals and families navigating an ADHD diagnosis.

This week is National Healthcare Quality Week. For people with disabilities, quality healthcare isn't just about a docto...
10/21/2026

This week is National Healthcare Quality Week. For people with disabilities, quality healthcare isn't just about a doctor's visit, it's about access, communication, advocacy, and the social factors that shape overall health. Two WILC experts, Aimee Parks and Joan O'Brien, sat down to talk about what quality care looks like in practice and the barriers their clients face navigating the system. Read the full conversation on our blog. Link in bio.

Join us on October 21, from 2:00–3:00 PM for a free virtual discussion on navigating everyday stressors, building resili...
10/19/2026

Join us on October 21, from 2:00–3:00 PM for a free virtual discussion on navigating everyday stressors, building resilience, and promoting positivity.

This session is part of a recurring series offered every two months!

Future dates include December 22., February 25, April 29, June 24, and August 19,.

For more info visit the link in our bio!

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Every person with Down syndrome brings their own strengths, talents, and persp...
10/15/2026

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month. Every person with Down syndrome brings their own strengths, talents, and perspective to our community. WILC connects individuals and families to resources and support that help them thrive, learn, and live independently.

WILC’s in-depth series for families navigating special education is underway!There is still plenty of critical learning ...
10/14/2026

WILC’s in-depth series for families navigating special education is underway!

There is still plenty of critical learning ahead as we move through our live webinar blocks and advocacy projects.

Why join?
• Strengthen your ability to advocate effectively for your own child.
• Prepare to serve as an informed resource for other families in your community.
• Build practical knowledge on IEPs, evaluations, NYS rules, district communication, and more!

To learn more or get involved, reach out to [email protected].

WILC’s Minority Outreach Program works to ensure that Hispanic and African American persons with disabilities and their ...
10/14/2026

WILC’s Minority Outreach Program works to ensure that Hispanic and African American persons with disabilities and their families have access to available resources and an equal opportunity to participate in all aspects of community life. It receives federal financial assistance from the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), and provides all services in a culturally appropriate manner.

For more information and how to access services, please visit our website.

WILC would like to thank Doug Hovey for his donation to The Joe Bravo “Play it Forward” Scholarship. Be sure to check ou...
10/13/2026

WILC would like to thank Doug Hovey for his donation to The Joe Bravo “Play it Forward” Scholarship.

Be sure to check out our website to learn more on how you can donate to help individuals with disabilities access the life-changing opportunities that sports can provide!

Address

10 County Center Road
White Plains, NY
10607

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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