Our Mission

The principal mission of Freedom Center for Independent Living is to empower persons with disabilities to enable them to gain effective control and direction over their own lives; and to assist them with navigating the bureaucratic system so that they can acquire the support they need to achieve and maintain a dignified, independent lifestyle within the community. Thus, we attempt to stimulate and promote a growing sense of empowerment, self-determination, self-esteem and self-direction in persons with disabilities by providing, at a minimum, support and training services:

• Individual and Systems Advocacy;

• Information and Referral;

• Peer Support; and

• Independent Living Skills Training.

Our Vision

Our Vision starts with the belief that a disability is a natural part of life. Some people are born with their disability, while others acquire one through an injury or illness. Even individuals who currently have no disability are likely, with aging and changing circumstances, to acquire one. Thus, we look forward to a day when all Delawareans with disabilities can become valued participants within their communities; be empowered to have control and self-determination over their own lives; and have the necessary resources available to achieve and maintain a dignified lifestyle within the community of their choosing.