The document describes the services provided by an organization called "Doorway to Independence" including information and referral, peer support, independent living skills training, advocacy, assistive technology, equipment loans, programs for older blind individuals, nursing home transition assistance, and independent living services. It provides examples of individual advocacy and systems advocacy initiatives. It also describes services like disability awareness events, a 5K run, peer support training, and inclusion opportunities. Housing and assistive technology services include accessible home modifications, equipment loans, and examples of accessibility projects. The organization aims to promote independence, inclusion, and empowerment for people with disabilities.
2. Information and Referral Peer Support Independent Living Skills Training Advocacy Assistive Technology Equipment Loan Bank Older Blind Program Nursing Home Transition Program Independent Living Services
21. Disability & Homelessness Homeless? Moving from one person’s home to another with no place of one’s own. Living in a Nursing Home without any resources to move out. Living on the street or in a car. INTERESTING FACT: 43% of men who are homeless are disabled veterans. http://oldtimer.wordpress.com People with Disabilities are often a large percentage of those who are chronically homeless through no fault of their own
22. Some time ago Chris was homeless in Cedar City After a divorce Chris, who’d lost his leg in a vehicle accident, was forced to move from home to home depending on the generosity of friends. At times he even lived on the street.
23. Chris Continued: Insult to Injury These stays at friends were punctuated by long stays in Nursing Homes. Where he recovered from injuries sustained from living in places that did not accommodate for his disability.
24. Chris and Jordi,Red Rock Center’s Nursing Home Transition Coordinator Jordi met Chris while he was in a Nursing Home. She provided advocacy, resources and encouragement. Chris provided the enthusiasm and willingness to work to leave the Nursing Home. And….