Independent Living
Adult Program
Paraquad’s Independent Living Skills Training is a personalized program that gives participants the opportunity to identify adaptive living skills and resources that will help them live more independently.
Why is independent living so important?
Independent living is something that we cannot take for granted. It is the ability to participate in and contribute to the communities around us. Independent living boils down to empowerment. People with disabilities have the ability to make decisions for themselves — whether that be about their healthcare, employment, recreational activities and beyond.
What can ILAP assist you with?
Our ILAP team can assist you with a variety of factors in independent living, such as finding affordable housing, navigating accessible transportation services and connecting you with valuable community resources.
Participants identify their independent living goals and are responsible for working toward them. Our independent living specialists provide resources, training and encouragement to achieve the goal, but the participant always maintains control.
Participants work one-on-one with independent living specialists to set independent living goals such as:
Finding affordable and accessible housing
Navigating vocational rehabilitation and other community agencies
Participating in community recreation
Learning adaptive living skills after a new disability
Socialization and making friends
Discovering community resources
Problem-solving
Personal relationships and sexuality
Money management and budgeting
Healthcare
Planning meals and shopping
Safety and emergency planning
Personal care and hygiene
Navigating and qualifying for accessible transportation services such as Call-a-Ride
How can you get started?
Paraquad’s Independent Living Skills Training sets each participant up for a successful, fulfilling life in the adult world. Partner with our team of independent living specialists to get started today.
For more information, call (314) 289-4200 Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. — or email us at contactus@paraquad.org
Renters Workshop Registration
Renters Workshop Registration
Renters Workshop Registration
This three-part workshop will cover Tenant Landlord Law, Affordable Housing, and how to be a good tenant.
Transportation is available!
These workshops are offered at no cost to the participants. It is encouraged that participants attend all three workshops.
Dates: May 8th, May 22nd, June 5th
Time: 11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Location: Jim Tuscher Auditorium, 5240 Oakland Ave. St. Louis, MO 63110
May 8th: Tenant Landlord Law
May 22nd: Affordable Housing
June 5th: How to be a good tenant
Find affordable, accessible housing and more!
Living Well in the Community
A program for people with disabilities:
Set goals and get the support you need to achieve them
Learn how to live your healthiest life