NEXT COUNCIL MEETING: FEBRUARY 19, 2026
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Meeting Information

2026 Meeting Dates: February 19, May 21, August 20, and October 15.

Visit our external meeting website to access information about the SILC and committee meetings.

State Plan for Independent Living

The State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL) serves as a blueprint detailing the activities planned by the state to achieve its independent living objectives.

The 2025-2027 State Plan for Independent Living has been approved by the Administration for Community Living (ACL).

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Centers for Independent Living

Centers for Independent Living (CILs) provide independent living services for people with disabilities. CILs are designed and operated by individuals with disabilities.

What is Independent Living?

“Independent Living is not doing everything by yourself; rather, it is being in control of how things are done.” ~ Judy Heumann, advocate and pioneer of disability rights movement

Activist Judy Heumann delivering a speech

News & Updates

OOD Launches 2026 Webinar Series to Advance Disability Inclusion Across Ohio

The Ohio Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is launching a new webinar series in

All About Disability Etiquette – OOD Webinar

All About Disability Etiquette January 22, 2026 | 10:00–11:00 AM ET Join Opportunities for Ohioans

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