In accordance with Federal Statute the Governor of Connecticut appoints each member of our twenty-three member statewide council. The Council is charged by the United States Congress to advance the principles and philosophy of Independent Living for all citizens with disabilities. Federal Statute requires that at least fifty-one percent of the Council’s membership be comprised of persons with a disability. The Council, which is funded by both state and federal resources, collaborates with five Centers for Independent Living, located in the communities of Hartford, Naugatuck, Norwich, Stratford, and West Haven.

Come to a meeting…it would be a great way to get involved!  SILC meetings are open to the public.  There is opportunity at the beginning of the meeting for public comment.  Our next regular meeting will be held on July 30, 2008 at Center for Disability Rights, 764A Campbell Ave., West Haven, CT.  Please contact Debbie Melaragno deb.ctsilc@gmail.com to confirm your attendance.  Any special accommodations must be requested by July 15, 2008.

A primary responsibility of the Council is to develop and administer a three year strategic plan known as the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). The “SPIL” details Council’s plans, advocating, and financially supporting independent living initiatives for individuals with disabilities.

What’s happening in Connecticut this month?  Click here to view the calendar created by the CT Disability Advocacy Collaborative.  Click here to review the news bulletin created by CDAC.

Save the Date!!  Disability Convention and Expo 2008 – Saturday, September 27th at the Connecticut Expo Center! Bring the kids, participate in fun activities for the whole family! For more information look under our Event Category of this website.

Thank you for visiting and for your interest in the CT-SILC