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Heightened Independence and Progress
26 Journal Square, Suite 602
Jersey City, New Jersey 07306
201-533-4407
E-Mail: hud@hipcil.org
Kathleen Wood, Director
E-Mail: kwood.hud@hipcil.org
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- Programs and Services -
Information and Referral frequently occurs as a brief service where staff
either provides direct information or functions as a clearinghouse, directing
individuals to other appropriate resources.
Advocacy to Individuals is an essential service which provides assistance with such
issues as housing, employment, and financial benefits.
Systems Advocacy efforts are directed at addressing support or change of appropriate
legislation, enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the
Fair Housing Act, and other issues which promote the full inclusion of people
with disabilities in the community.
Peer Support services are provided by persons with disabilities who may be
staff members, consumers, or other individuals who are in a position to be
of assistance as a result of their own life experiences.
Independent Living Skills Training is the sharing of any information or support which
enables individuals to function as independently as possible.
A great deal of staff time is devoted to the provision of these
core services.
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Advocacy
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Nancy Hodgins
Email: nhodgins.ber@hipcil.org |
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| | Advocacy is a leading service at hip which occurs in many ways. The overriding goal is to promote and ensure the full inclusion of people with disabilities in the community. Advocacy staff direct their efforts toward working with individual consumers who face difficulties in areas of housing, employment, transportation, and many other issues.
Systems advocacy is geared toward challenges faced by many people with disabilities. Efforts are directed at addressing support or change of appropriate legislation, enforcement of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and the Fair Housing Act and other issues which promote the full inclusion of people with disabilities in the community. Other areas which have recently been addressed include working with the community to assist people with disabilities in relocating from institutions to their own residences and providing technical assistance to municipalities who are gentrifying their business districts. |
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Comprehensive Independent Living Support
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Claudia Urdanivia
Email: curdanivia.hud@hipcil.org |
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| | CILS provides ongoing care management services for Hudson County residents with disabilities ages 18 – 59. CILS enables individuals to remain independent in their homes. Staff works with consumers to assess needs and coordinate community based services such as home health-care, financial benefits programs, etc. |
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Hispanic Outreach Program
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Marily Gonzalez
Email: mgonzalez.hud@hipcil.org |
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| | Through this project bilingual staff provide all Center for Independent Living services to people with disabilities who are Hispanic. Assistance is provided with completing applications for immigration, Social Security, housing, and other financial benefit programs. Translation is provided when necessary. |
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Project Access
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Bob Duffy at (201) 996-9100
Email: ber@hipcil.org |
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| | Project Access is a unique initiative which reviews site and architectural plans for multi-unit residential dwellings in Bergen and Hudson Counties, and provides technical assistance to ensure their compliance with construction codes for accessibility. Plans are reviewed for high rise buildings, senior citizen housing, and other construction. Through the efforts of a licensed building inspector, Project Access provides technical information to ensure that people with disabilities have equal access to newly constructed housing. Staff interacts with architects, developers, and construction officials to ensure accessibility and with state and federal enforcement agencies when compliance is not forthcoming. |
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Rehabilitation Technology
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Marily Gonzalez
Email: mgonzalez.hud@hipcil.org |
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| | The Special Assistance for Independent Living (SAIL) and Special Assistance for Independent Living for Seniors (Senior SAIL) programs provide financial assistance (full or partial) toward the purchase of medical devices, assistive technology items, or other equipment in order to enhance an individual’s ability to live more independently. SAIL and Senior SAIL can help with the purchase of items such as: wheelchairs, walkers, hearing aids, low vision aids, air conditioners (for specific disabilities), automobile hand controls, ramps, bathroom safety equipment, and medical alert systems. SAIL and Senior SAIL can assist individuals who have no other resources to cover the cost of the requested item. |
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Traumatic Brain Injury
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Marily Gonzalez
Email: mgonzalez.hud@hipcil.org |
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| | Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) is a new state-funded case management program for New Jersey residents who have survived an acquired brain injury, for services and supports they need to live in the community. |
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Youth Envisioning Success (YES) - Transitioning From High School to Adult Life
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Marian Padilla
Email: mpadilla.hud@hipcil.org |
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| | This project has been designed to assist Hudson County students, and families as they move from high school to higher education or employment. Students will be linked with all of the programs and services of the Center for Independent Living, in order to prepare for the next stage of life. Students and families will have the opportunity to learn about available community resources, interact with peers and appropriate role models, and be assisted to access needed services. |
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