Center for Independent Living of South Florida Inc

Center for Independent Living of South Florida Inc. is a non-profit organization based in Miami, Florida. The organization employs 17 people and generates $2.5 million in annual revenue. CILSF provides a range of services designed to empower individuals with disabilities to achieve their highest level of independence. These services include individual and systems advocacy, peer support, independent living skills training, information and referral, and transitions support. The organization also focuses on creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities to participate in committees, alliances, coalitions, advisory boards, and boards of directors, influencing disability policy and funding in the community. Founded in 1993, CILSF operates under the philosophy of peer role modeling, self-determination, equal access, and advocacy. Their mission is to empower individuals with disabilities to reach their highest level of independence and advocate for systems change that promotes access, equality, inclusion, independence, and choice for all people with disabilities. CILSF can be reached online at cilsf.org.