NEXT COUNCIL MEETING: AUGUST 21st, 2025
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Meeting Information

2025 Meeting Dates: February 20, May 15, August 21, and October 16.

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).

Map of Ohio CILS

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

Advocacy Survey

The Ohio SILC wants to hear your opinions about important topics to the disability community.

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 Ohio Developmental Disabilities Council is seeking new members to help make a difference for people with

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