Michigan Statewide Independent Living Council

September 10, 2010 SILC Council Meeting

On September 10, 2010 there will be a SILC Council meeting at the Radisson Hotel in Lansing MI. This meeting is open to the public. If you requre any accessibility assistance please contact Tracy Brown at the SILC Office. tracy@misilc.org or 800-808-7452

Where: Radisson Hotel, Lansing Mi
When: September 10th at 9 a.m

Agenda:
Agenda (Microsoft Word Format)

Silc Congress 2011 Web Site has launched

The web site for the 2011 SILC Congress which will be held in Atlanta from January 9-12 2011 can be located below:
2011 SILC Congress Web Site

May 14th SILC Council Meeting Minutes are available

May 14th Council Meeting Minutes

2011-21013 Final SPIL

The final SPIL, which has been submitted to MRS and MCB for approval, is available for viewing.
 

As of June 1, public comment on the document is now closed and any further changes will require approval of all three signatories. (SILC, MRS, and MCB)
 

2011-2013 Final State Plan for Independent Living (Microsoft Word Format)

CreateAbility

CreateAbility is an on line storefront featuring works of art by persons with and without disabilities living in Jackson, Lenawee and Hillsdale counties. Direct link to Createability 2010

If you’re interested in getting involved as an artist, board member or guest critique, please contact Brenda Bobon at 517-782-6054.

The Fiscal Year 2009 Legislative report is available

The fiscal year 2009 report to the Michigan Legislature is now available for viewing. This report is compiled and submitted by MISILC and Disability Network Michigan to show the cost savings to the Michigan tax payer for Centers for Independent Living Services.

Highlights Include:

1. Almost 39 Million dollars in cost savings to Michigan Taxpayers for their support of Michigan Center's for Independent Living
2. Over 154 thousand hours of direct individual services
3. Over 56 thousand hours in community activity service

Download the report here:
FY 2009 Michigan Legislative Report (Microsoft Word Format)
More formats to follow.

Silc is now on Facebook !

Please feel free to follow the Michigan Statewide Independent Living Council on Facebook.

Website Usability Survey:

SILC is requesting input on the usability of this website.  Please take a moment and visit here to complete the survey.  There are just 7 questions and is completly anonymous.  

The Michigan Statewide Independent Living Council (SILC) is an organization of individuals who represent the interests of people with disabilities across Michigan. Council members are appointed by the Governor and a majority must be people with disabilities. In addition, non-voting ex-officio members provide a vital link to state agencies which provide services for people with disabilities.

What is the purpose of SILC?

The Council promotes a philosophy of independent living. This includes consumer control, peer support, self-help, self-determination, equal access, and individual and systems advocacy to maximize the leadership, empowerment, independence, and productivity of people with disabilities. The Council promotes integration and full inclusion of people with disabilities into the mainstream of American society.

What does the SILC do?

The Statewide Independent Living Council works cooperatively with the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth-Rehabilitation Services (MDLEG-RS) and the Michigan Commission for the Blind (MCB) to develop and submit the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). The SPIL establishes a blueprint for present and future independent living programs and services in Michigan.

How can I be involved in SILC activities?

Input from people with disabilities is vital for the development of the SPIL. Public comment at SILC meetings and at public hearings helps shape the independent living service delivery system. The SILC welcomes consumers' comments, criticisms, questions and concerns, and consistently works to improve independent living services in Michigan. The SILC Council meets four times a year at an accessible location; each of these meetings are open to the public.