Independent Living Research Utilization

SILC NET is a national IL NET project that provides a continuum of information, training, and technical assistance for statewide independent living councils. The SILC NET assists statewide independent living councils to operate effective organizations; to fulfill their role in developing state plans for independent living; to monitor, review, and evaluate the implementation of completed plans; and develop partnerships with designated state units and other agencies to foster effective independent living programs.

(DOT) 2003. Microsoft Word Document. The purpose of this document is to aid airline employees and people with disabilities in understanding and applying the ACAA with respect to service animals. Full version of this document can be found here

A podcast is an audio broadcast on the Internet. The reason it's called a podcast is because people can download the audio file to listen on their iPods. However, you don't need an iPod to listen to a podcast. You can use a computer or any portable musci player as long as it is able to play digital audio files like mp3s. If you can play music on your computer, your computer can play a podcast.

To receive the Web cast on your computer, you will need the plug-in, RealOne Player®. If you do not have this plug-in, a free version is available for download from the Internet. Use the link to connect to the Web site offering a free version of RealOne Player®, the FREE realplayer is on the bottom of the page on the right.

ILRU and NCIL are constantly in the process of arranging training for the upcoming calendar year. Detailed information on upcoming Onsite Training will be available closer to the time of the training.

ILRU offers training on a number of different disability-related topics to a broad range of constituents. Training is available through a number of modalities, including:

• online moderated courses;
• in person demand response training;
• consultations;
• web casts, and
• podcasts

ILRU brings another benefit to centers for independent living and statewide independent living councils: IL Coach, a service provided as part of the IL NET Project.

What is IL Coach?
IL Coach is a resource for centers and SILCs seeking the short-term technical assistance we so often need. That question about the Rehab Act. A personnel matter. Changes in regulations. Best practices. Maybe just some friendly advice.