SCIL, Southeast Center for Independent Living

08/13/2026

Happy 10 year anniversary to our Director of Programs, Heidi Collins! Here's to 10 more!

08/10/2026

Check out some great pictures from ADA Day 2026 at Dunn State Park celebrating 36 years of the ADA!

Categories ADA Celebration News 2026 ADA Day Post author By Aliza Levine Post date May 4, 2026 Celebration of 36 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act! Friday, July 31st, 2026Dunn State Park, Gardner Members of the disability community from across Massachusetts gathered to celebrate the 36th....

07/30/2026

We are hiring! We're seeking a full-time Youth Coordinator to work with youth who have disabilities. Visit our website for more information.

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07/02/2026

Big news!

We're excited to officially announce our Rally for Repairs on July 14 at South Station in Boston.

As private equity firms continue to buy up major wheelchair repair companies, wheelchair users are paying the price. Delays that once lasted days now stretch into weeks and months, leaving people stranded without the equipment they rely on to work, attend school, get to medical appointments, and live independently.

That's why we're coming together. Join wheelchair users, families, caregivers, advocates, providers, and allies as we raise awareness about the wheelchair repair crisis, share our stories, and hold the industry accountable.

This is our chance to show the public what these delays really mean and why change can't wait.

Register today: tinyurl.com/Rally4Repairs

The more people who show up, the harder this issue will be to ignore.

04/24/2026

SCIL was proud to attend IL Education Day at the State House yesterday, hosted by MA SILC. Alongside fellow IL staff and advocates, we worked to raise awareness about key Independent Living priorities and their impact on our communities.

Our team also had the opportunity to meet directly with legislators, engaging in meaningful conversations about the issues that matter most to the Independent Living movement.

04/17/2026

SCIL Virtual Open House! 5/18/26 @ 5:00pm -

SCIL Virtual Open House! May 18, 2026 at 5:00 pm. Join us via Zoom to learn about SCIL and meet our Board of Directors! Please email [email protected] to save your spot! Contact us if you need accommodations.

04/16/2026

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ICYMI: Spring Week 2026 begins next Monday! We are excited for April School Vacation and thankful for our partners across Massachusetts who will be opening their doors with FREE admission!

Check out the calendar below and visit our website for registration and additional information: https://www.highlandstreet.org/spring-week/

04/07/2026

Spread the word: MassHealth member webpage and webinars -

Hello, MassHealth is launching new resources for members to learn about the upcoming changes to Medicaid required by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OB3), including work and education requirements and more frequent renewals for some members.

03/18/2026

Protect the PCA Program Community Forum -

April 9, 2026 upcoming community forum to advocate to protect the PCA program 5PM at the Labor Council office – 560 Pleasant Street in New Bedford.

03/16/2026

https://mailchi.mp/33f95089fec2/independent-living-education-day-42326

Join hundreds of advocates from across Massachusetts to educate decision-makers about the priorities of the disability community.