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Since 1994, the IL NET has been funded by the Rehabilitation Services Administration (Independent Living Branch), Department of Education, to provide training and technical assistance design to improve the management and operations of centers for independent living and statewide IL councils.We are pleased to make training support materials developed through this project available to the field via a medium that may provide greater access for people with disabilities.

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  • IL & Outcome Measurement--What You Need to Know (2007) This is your introductory guide to the world of Outcome Measurements. Using a number of easy to follow examples, trainer Mike Hendricks will guide participants through the fundamentals of creating Logic Models and Outcomes, and how to successfully incorporate them in the independent living field.
    The second part of the training expands on what you learned in the previous session and delves deeper into Measurable Indicators and progress towards Outcome Measurement specific to independent living. This session will also discuss NCIL's Outcome Measures Taskforce which is developing Measurable Indicators on independent living nationwide to present to RSA for development of a newly revised 704 report! Learn how you can provide YOUR input into these indicators before they go to RSA. IL Outcome Measurements in Word with no graphics | IL Outcome Measurements in Word with graphics | IL Outcome Measurements in PDF

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  • Olmstead and Community: A Three Course Self Study Series on Community Integration for Persons with Disabilities (2005)
  • Olmstead and Community: Implementing the New Freedom Initiative (2005)
  • Inside Policy: An Advanced Training for the Next Generation of Experts (2005) Since the beginning of our movement, disability activists have shouted the rally cry of “Advocacy, Advocacy, Advocacy,” pushing our CILs and SILCs to embrace their role as systems change agents. As a result, we have become more and more successful in identifying issues that impact people with disabilities and moving to change legislation and policies that are barriers to independent living. CILs and SILCs have become competent reactionaries, sorting out the issues and devising strong alternatives to models that are contrary to IL. It is time, however, to move to the next level. Instead of reacting to issues, CILs and SILCs need to take proactive steps to change our communities. We need to learn how to write, present, and defend laws that we develop, rather than react to bills that others create. Nationally, we need to build a cadre of legislative experts. It is time to support those leaders among us who want to become specialists. This workshop is designed for those advocates who are ready to step up. Inside Policy in Word Format | Inside Policy in PDF Format
  • E.D.G.A.R. & MORE… Federal Grant Holders Guide to Understanding Financial & Administrative Regulations -- Teleconference/Webcast on EDGAR June 13 presentation and EDGAR June 15 presentation (2005)   EDGAR in Word Format 
  • DEFINING, MEASURING, AND COMMUNICATING SUCCESS! (2005) The competition for funding in the Federal budget is increasing all of the time, and difficult choices are being made of whom to fund at what funding levels. The Office of the Management and Budget is using a Program Assessment and Rating Tool (PART) to determine the President's budget request to Congress for all Federal programs, including Centers for Independent Living and Statewide Independent Living Councils. The PART measures both the efficiency and effectiveness of programs and to what degree significant outcomes are achieved. Independent living programs are being rated on program design, performance expectations, and performance achievements. Defining, Measuring, & Communicating Success in Word Format 
  • Olmstead Implementation (2005) Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Manual and other information available for Olmstead Implementation Training

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  • Rural Transportation:  On the Road to Equity (2000) -- The lack of transportation is one of the most frequently cited problems of rural residents. In addition, federal funds to support public transportation have historically been inequitably allocated between urban and rural areas. Momentum is gathering among rural advocates to address these issues. Here is an opportunity to hear from those on the cutting edge of issues dealing with rural transportation and to become a part of the solution.  Rural Transportation in ASCII | Rural Transportation Zip File |
  • Advocacy:  Unite in Power (2000) -- One of the key distinguishing features of the independent living movement is that it involves systems advocacy in addition to individual advocacy and services.  As a result, we have the opportunity to affect significant and sometimes dramatic reforms in our communities.  This training provides a chance to hear two seasoned advocates in the movement share what they have learned about this critical process for changing our society's attitudes and infrastructure.   Advocacy Power in ASCII   | Advocacy Power Zip File | Advocacy Power PDF File |
  • Diversifying Consumer Representation in Independent Living:  Involving People with Cognitive Disabilities (2000) -- The IL movement is made up of a diverse mix of people.  Here is an opportunity to more effectively address the needs of our communities.  IL NET presents this distance learning session to provide you with practical information and tools to serve and involve individuals with mental retardation, traumatic brain injury and learning disabilities.  Cognitive Disabilities in ASCII   | Cognitive Disabilities Zip File | Cognitive Disabilities PDF File |
  • Homeownership AS a Housing Option (2000) -- The goal of fostering IL through housing choices may have entered the most exciting and promising time period ever.  With pending HUD regulation changes and federal legislation, options for people with disabilities of low to moderate incomes may soon leap light years ahead.  There are also existing programs and funding available to support homeownership that you should know about.  Homeownership in ASCII   | Homeownership Zip File
  • Your Three Year Plan in Action (2000) -- Would you like answers to your questions?  Have you ever wished the teleconferences could be made up entirely of questions and answers? Your 3-Year Plan in ASCII  | Your 3-Year Plan Zip File
  • Youth Focus:  Planning for Transition (2000) -- The transition from school into the adult world of work, family responsibilities and community life can be fully realized when the students' dreams, skills and needs are supported in a holistic way.  Effective communication, enforcement of disability laws, coordination of services and resources, and advance planning greatly increase opportunities for students to reach their goals.  IL NET presents three models from around the country of how to make this work.  Youth Focus in ASCII   |   Youth Focus Zip File
  • Core Services for Independent Living (2000) -- Ever wondered how the IL philosophy shapes a CIL's four core servcies?  Do you have a comprehensive plan that provides opportunities for consumers to take advantage of everything you can offer?  Whether you are new staff learning the ropes or seasoned staff looking to improve your programs, you will find practical tools that can make your center even better. Core Services for IL in ASCII   | Core Services for IL Zip File
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  • Total Quality Management (TQM) for a Total Quality CIL (1998)--Materials used in an innovative training designed to improve center management techniques and increase satisfaction for consumers, staff, and board.  TQM in ASCII  | TQM Zip File
  • Becoming a More Effective Trainer  (1998)--This training program was designed to promote a strong national network of IL trainers and technical experts based on a peer counseling model. Effective Trainer in ASCII  | Effective Trainer Zip File
  • Marketing Your Center: Foundations for Resource Development (1998)--The way your center is seen by consumers and in the community can directly affect the success of your resource development plan--strategies to improve and broaden your image.  Foundations for Resource Development in ASCII | Foundations for Resource Development Zip File
  • CHALLENGE '98:  Don't Toss Pebbles When You Can Be Launching Missiles:  Advocacy:  Using the Internet Power Tools (Teleconference 1998)--National teleconference concerning how the Internet can be a pivotal piece of a center's advocacy efforts.  Internet Power Tools in ASCII | Internet Power Tools Zip File
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  • Taking Charge: Leadership and Systems Advocacy (1997)--From seeing and overcoming oppression to building leadership and using center resources to lobby and advocate for systems change. Taking Charge in ASCII  | Taking Charge Zip File
  • For the Crime of Being Different:  Exploring Disability Rights, History, Philosophy, and Culture  (1997)--Includes sections on how the evolution of our culture can affect the future of centers and their communities; how language still influences our beliefs; and the roots of our culture.  Crime in ASCII | Crime Zip File
  • Increasing SILC Effectiveness Through Network Building  (1997)--This guide for the first national meeting of SILCs includes "Twenty Tips for Organizing Advocacy Groups," tips for planning and reporting, and emerging patterns and issues among SILCs. SILC Effectiveness in ASCII | SILC Effectiveness Zip File
  • The SILC Difference:   "Yes, You Can!" (1997)--Includes sections on the Rehab Act and IL, SILC composition, SILC roles and responsibilities, and how SILCs, CILs, and the DSU can work together.  SILC Difference in ASCII  | SILC Difference Zip File
  • CHALLENGE '97:  So You Are Thinking of Launching a Web Site--Is It Worth the Investment?  (Teleconference 1997)--National teleconference about accessibility and the Internet.   Do you need a web site, the stages and timing of developing a site, and common mistakes.  URLs of independent living centers, independent living and the WWW, and how to design an accessible website, with information on DIMENET.  Launching Website in ASCII  | Launching Website Zip File
  • Planning for the Future: Developing Your State Plan for Independent Living  (Teleconference 1997)--National teleconference manual includes reviewing elements for the state plan for independent living; how requirements for the next three-year cycle will change; and how other SILCs operate.  Developing State Plan in ASCII  |  Developing State Plan Zip File
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  • Systems Advocacy: Beyond Rhetoric (1996)--Includes sections on why systems advocacy is the most important component of a CIL; understanding the differences between systems, individual, and self-advocacy; understanding the differences between advocacy and public information/education.  Systems Advocacy in ASCII  | Systems Advocacy Zip File
  • CHALLENGE '97: The Reauthorization of the Rehab Act (Teleconference 1996)--National teleconference with the perspectives of RSA, NCIL, the blind community, and NAPAS on the Rehab Act.  Includes an overview of the reauthorization and what Congress wants.  Rehab Act in ASCII  | Rehab Act Zip File
  • Diversity and Inclusion: Approaches in Independent Living (1996)--Clarify values and beliefs regarding multicultural and cross disability issues; develop opportunities to involve people from diverse disability and cultural populations; identify leaders from under represented groups in your center; identify needs for diverse populations in your community; and share training and technical assistance resources for working with and involving people from all populations.  Diversity in ASCII  |   Diversity file
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  • ILRU Project Development/Grant Writing Manual (1995)--Project Development and Grant Writing is a workshop for Centers for Independent Living (CIL) which has been developed by two people nationally known in the field--Quentin Smith and Maggie Shreve.  Thanks to a grant from the National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research, this workshop provides information about how to develop effective projects and seek appropriate funding for them.  Grant Writing in ASCII  | Grant Writing PDF File  | Grant Writing Zip File
  • Completing the 704 Report:   SILCs and Centers (Teleconference1995)--Includes sample performance reports for CILs and SILCs and a sample CIL work plan, as well as a summary of the demographic findings from the FY 94 704 reports. 704 Report in ASCII |  704 Report Zip File
  • Developing the 3-Year State Plan (Teleconference 1995)--The goals of the IL NET national teleconference on the three-year state plan are:  explain and re-enforce critical elements of the state plan; share creative and innovative SILC-related projects; and introduce new ideas, strategies, and resources.  3-Year State Plan in ASCII    |   3-Year State Plan Zip File
  • Standards and More: Beyond Compliance (1995)--Actually four manuals in one, this book addresses systems advocacy, computer networking, standards and indicators, and consumer needs assessments/satisfaction surveys. Standards & More in ASCII   |   Standards & More Zip File
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