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The
Independent Living Resource Centre opened in February 1984.
The purpose of the ILRC is:
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To establish an Independent
Living Resource Centre which will encourage the
self-determination, self-help, and participation of all
people with disabilities in the community
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To develop several specific
Independent Living Programs such as: peer support,
self-managed attendant care, information and referral
services and individual advocacy
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To research community and
individual independent living issues and propose
alternative service models to fill in gaps in service as
they are identified
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To provide workshops i.e:
identified problem areas and stimulate public education
about independent living
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