Information and Referral
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Collaborative Audits for Accessibility
Today, accessibility is a top priority for all businesses and organizations wanting to ensure their goods, services and workplaces are available to every Manitoban.
It’s not just the law…accessibility makes sense!
ILRC’s unique collaborative approach can help you reach new communities and tap into the potential of a growing and diverse population through leadership and insight rooted in the lived experience of disability and navigating the levels of accessiblity.
ILRC Accessible Audits can provide:
- An onsite accessibility audit of the physical business or office environment.
- Tools and resources to reach or exceed legislative requirements.
- A collaborative team building approach with various workshop and training options.
- Optional website, emergency planning and policy consultation.
- Accessibility supports for public events.
Every audit and partnership is as unique as your organization. Contact ILRC today to start your journey, we can’t wait to hear from you!
Contact thecentre@ilrc.mb.ca for details.
Information and ReferralAccess to Justice
Could you benefit from a free law clinic? The Access to Justice Program is an opportunity provided to consumers with a disability for a free 30 minute consultation with a lawyer on whether or not the consumer has a legal case.
How it works: Contact the Independent Living Resource Centre at 204-947-0194 and ask for Natalie. An appointment will then be coordinated at the Independent Living Centre between the lawyer and the consumer.
About Information & Referral
I & R is a core program available to the entire community. I&R staff are prepared to respond to inquiries related to independent living needs.
I&R staff can provide a vast array of current and accurate information or make a referral to people with concerns about, but not limited to, such issues as:
- Independent Living Options (SFMC/SFMC as Agent/Brokerage)
- Advocacy
- Housing
- Financial Support Options
- Education
- Employment
- Transportation
- Recreation
- Local Elective Government Representatives
If you're having difficulty finding information on the above topics, or any other topic, please contact Information and Referral.
Newsletter
I&R produces Options, a quarterly newsletter accessible in a variety of formats, that is distributed to all ILRC members and within the community.
Community Presentations
I&R provides presentations, workshops and displays about the ILRC and Disability Awareness. All sessions are tailored directly to the audience and encompass the Independent Living Philosophy. Please check the ILRC calendar page for upcoming workshops.
Knowledge can often make the difference between dependence and independence.
Whenever you are uncertain about where to go or who to call about the resources you need to live independently in the community, call the I&R Program.
ILRC welcomes visitors to the Centre. Please contact I&R to arrange a tour to learn more about the ILRC and the many programs we offer.