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Center for Independent Living Gulf Coast

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Center for Independent Living Gulf Coast

Organization dedicated to empowering people with disabilities regardless of age in the 5 Counties of Southwest Florida. Services Provided:
1.

Offering services that assist with acquiring the means to achieving a quality of life. Self-Advocacy/Self-Empowerment – improving the consumer’s ability to represent him/herself with public and/or private entities, the ability to make key decisions involving him/herself, or the ability to organize and manage his/her activities to achieve desired objectives.
2. Independent Living Skills (IL) – deve

lop independent living skills in such areas as personal care, coping, financial management, social skills, and household management. This may include education and training necessary for living in the community and participating in community service.
3. Information and Referral – helping consumer with obtaining and or using information necessary for consumer’s independence and community integration.
4. Peer Support – Counseling, teaching, information sharing and similar kinds of contact provided to consumers by other people with disabilities.
5. Employment Services – To assist individuals with disabilities find appropriate employment and assist with understanding Social Security Benefits while working.

08/08/2026

Save the Date: My Abilities Hiring and Resource Event
Talent has no boundaries!
The Center for Independent Living Gulf Coast is proud to partner with CareerSource Southwest Florida and other community organizations for the My Abilities Hiring and Resource Event.
This event connects businesses and organizations with talented job seekers while highlighting inclusive employment opportunities throughout Southwest Florida.
📅 Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
📍 Next Level Church
12400 Plantation Road
Fort Myers, FL 33966
Businesses and community organizations are invited to participate.
Business setup begins at 9:00 a.m. Participants should bring their own tables. Power and technology setup will be provided.
Business registration deadline: October 1, 2026
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register.
For additional information, contact:
Rona Scott
Business Services Account Executive
[email protected]
239-931-8200, ext. 1925
Please share this post with businesses, employers, service providers, job seekers, families, and community partners who may benefit.

08/05/2026

Are you, or someone you know, receiving Social Security Disability benefits and thinking about returning to work? Join us to learn how you can re-enter the workforce while continuing to receive certain disability benefits during your transition. This presentation will explain the work incentives, programs, and support services available to help you increase your financial independence and move toward greater self-sufficiency.

07/22/2026

🎉 Come celebrate with us! This Thursday, July 23rd, 2026, at 11:00am-3:00pm. We will be hosting an open house in order to celebrate our move to our new office. Come by to receive a tour of our facility and enjoy the provided refreshments!
📍2830 Winkler Ave, Suite 112, Fort Myers, FL 33917

🫵 Hope to see you soon!

07/15/2026

It is time for July's FAAST device showcase! Our FAAST program offers a range of free assistive technology services that we have available to borrow at CILGC. From 3D-printed gadgets to full-body at home mobilility training to AI touchless glasses, we offer something for everyone!

This month we are showcasing the FitMi, a full-body home rehab program device, and the Meta Ray-Ban glasses. And be on the lookout next month for a new monthly showcase of a few of the devices and services we can provide for you!!

To check out these services, feel free to stop into the office to freely rent or use any of these devices. If you wish to find more information, check our website at cilgulfcoastflorida.org

07/10/2026

Accessible voting matters, and everyone deserves the information and support needed to participate.

Join Disability Rights Florida and Lee County Supervisor of Elections for a free event focused on voter registration, ballot assistance, voting rights, accessible voting resources, and advocacy.

Wednesday, July 15, 2026
11:00 AM to 1:30 PM

Center for Independent Living Gulf Coast
2830 Winkler Ave., Suite 112
Fort Myers, FL 33916

Pizza lunch will be provided.

Please RSVP to Kenneth MacDonald by July 13 at 239-260-4575 or [email protected].

07/02/2026

Join Us! On July 14th, 2026, at 2pm, we will be hosting an event to help individuals looking for an affordable home find their way into homeownership! The event will take place in the office and virtually.

2830 Winkler Ave, Suite 112, Fort Myers, FL, 33916
For a virtual link, please reach out to Travis Taylor at (239)260-4575 or [email protected]

06/23/2026

❓Did you know we moved offices?
📍2830 Winkler Ave, Suite 112, Fort Myers, FL 33917

🎉 Come celebrate with us! Thursday, July 23rd 2026, at 11:00am-3:00pm. We will be hosting an open house in order to celebrate our move to our new office. Come by to receive a tour of our facility and enjoy the provided refreshments!

🫵 Hope to see you then!

06/15/2026

Are you, or someone you know, receiving Social Security Disability benefits and considering a return to work? This presentation will explain how you can transition back into the workforce while continuing to receive certain benefits for a period of time. Learn about the programs and supports available to help you achieve greater financial independence and self-sufficiency.

Address

Center For Independent Living Gulf Coast 2830 Winkler Avenue, Suite 112
Fort Myers, FL
33916

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12392604575

Website

http://www.cilgulfcoastflorida.org/index.html, https://bit.ly/CILintake

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