SJCI provides outreach and training to Businesses and Agencies in San Juan and McKinley county on the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Disability Awareness, and other independent living-related topics. As a provider of independent living services in New Mexico, we know that not everyone understands how important this is when helping individuals with disabilities. At SJCI we make it a point to share our knowledge and expertise to assist our community in providing the equal opportunities for everyone.
Advocacy
SJCI works to increase community options for people with disabilities by the reduction of barriers that are architectural, social and attitudinal. Community education is provided by a team of people with various disabilities to schools, service clubs and businesses.
Independent Living Skills
Despite the title, an Independent Living Specialist at SJCI is really a generalist who supports people with disabilities toward the independent lifestyle of their choice.
Information and Referral
SJCI provides information and referral services to individuals with disabilities, family members, services providers and the community at large on available resources and ways to access:
Youth Transitions
As a community, it is our responsibility to make sure young people with disabilities DO get the same opportunities and support that the rest of us take for granted.
Nursing Home Transitions
The bedrock of the independent living movement is in assisting individuals with significant disabilities who receive Medicaid to transition from nursing homes and other institutions to community living.
Peer Support
Peer Mentors assist consumers by: Developing a “Peer to Peer” relationship Providing information Sharing knowledge Sharing personal experience
Personal Care
The Consumer Directed Personal Care Service is to assist people with disabilities in living as independently as possible at home.