Northeast Independent Living Program Information

About: NILP supports people with disabilities to live independently in the community. We are unique because our staff have disabilities & we provide services to people with disabilities. Mission: The Northeast Independent Living Program, Inc. is a consumer-controlled Independent Living Center providing advocacy and services to people with all disabilities who wish to live independently in the community. Programs and Services: Our team are experts in their field and provide multiple services in a wide range of settings. • Recovery Learning Community provides welcoming, safe, understanding, judgment-free spaces where individuals of diverse backgrounds can gather for healing and growth. For individuals recovering from mental health challenges, addiction and/ or traumatic life experiences. • Youth Services develops students’ work readiness skills, self-advocacy skills, social and communication skills, and independent living skills. Benefits youth 14-22. • Nursing Home Transition Services assists individuals in transitioning from nursing facilities into the community by providing necessary supports to live independently & avoid a nursing facility re-admission. • Community Supports assist people in navigating the process of obtaining benefits (SSI, MassHealth, SNAP, Transportation etc.) and services on their path to living independently in the community. • Personal Care Assistance Program keeps consumers living in their homes with personal care help as opposed to hospitals or nursing homes.