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Paraquad’s Services for Independent Living
Paraquad provides tangible support for independence. We function on the belief that people with disabilities should integrate fully into society, have equal opportunities and maintain control of their lives. The entire community benefits when all citizens live with self-reliance and dignity — and it begins with trusted services for independent living.
Explore each independent living program for adults with disabilities at Paraquad.
Providing Support for Independence
The Paraquad team is guided by the idea that societal barriers and negative attitudes toward disability must change. People with disabilities deserve to have more outlets for independence embedded in our society.
The independent living movement defines independence as the ability to control one’s own life by making responsible choices from “acceptable options.” Paraquad ensures acceptable options exist through our five core services: advocacy, independent living, information and referral, peer services and transition.
Assistive Technology Services
Paraquad’s Assistive Technology program supplies assistive devices to people with disabilities. Through our services for independent living, users are better able to succeed in work, school, community engagement and beyond.
Independent Living Adult Program
Paraquad’s Independent Living Adult Program provides support for independence through community resources and skill-building. Our services for independent living include facilitating housing, transportation and beyond.
Peer Services
At Paraquad, Peer Services provide an outlet for people with disabilities to connect with one another. Through support groups and peer mentoring, participants share their experiences and provide social support.
People First of St. Louis
Paraquad hosts the St. Louis chapter of People First — an organization led by or for people with developmental disabilities. Participants learn to advocate for themselves and others through tailored programming.
Transition Services
Paraquad assists nursing home residents with reintegrating into the community. Backed by a team of independent living specialists, we provide support for independence by addressing each person’s concerns and teaching invaluable life skills.