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    Our Building will be CLOSED January 21-25 while our staff work from home. We can still be reached via email and phone and our transportation services continue to be available as usual. Visit our contact page
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    Quick, Easy, Reliable and FREE COVID-19 testing is available all across the state. Find a testing site near you today! https://www.gogettested.com/kansas
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    We want YOU to join us for our virtual Peer Groups, every Monday at 3:00!
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    Independence, Inc. General Public Transportation: serving Lawrence and Douglas County with fully accessible vans for your daily transportation needs. Call 785-843-5576 M-F 8:00-4:00
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    The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) posted an updated technical assistance publication addressing questions arising under the Federal Equal Employment Opportunity Laws related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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    Struggling to pay rent due to COVID? If you are behind on rent, facing eviction and need assistance, the Kansas Eviction Prevention Program</a> may be able to help!
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    Visit our News Page to see what we've been up to and what's happening in our communities
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    Are you in need of a ramp or other home modification to get you safely into and around your home? If you live within Lawrence City limits, have a disability and are low-income, visit our Accessible Housing Program Page to see if you qualify!
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    Maximizing the independence of people with disabilities through advocacy, peer support, training, transportation and community education
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    Forward Thinking: creating safe and secure spaces within our building. Learn more about our new lobby renovation aimed at keeping you AND us safe and healthy!
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    Why wear a mask? There are many reason but the two most important are all of YOU and all of US!
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    2020 marks year 30 since the signing of the American's with Disabilities Act into law. Learn all about the ADA including an overview, fact sheets, timeline, history and more!
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EEOC Issues Updated COVID Technical Assistance Publication

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  • About
    • Our Mission
    • Our Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • Contact Us
    • Career Opportunities
  • Services
    • Advocacy
    • Braille Services
    • Business & Community Services
    • Computer Lab
    • Deinstitutionalization
    • Housing Services
    • Independent Living Skills Training
    • Information & Referral
    • ILC/Working Healthy/W.O.R.K Program
    • Kansas TAP Program
    • Medical Equipment Loan Bank
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    • Find us on Social Media
  • Quick Links
    • Accessible Housing Program
    • Advocacy Alerts!
    • Board Meetings
    • Computer Lab
    • Equipment Loan Bank
    • Pay Invoice
    • PCSW Packet
    • Peer Group Activities
    • Schedule a Ride
    • News and Community
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    • Community Resources
    • COVID-19 Information and Resources
    • KanCare/Medicaid
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  • About
    • Our Mission
    • Our Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • Contact Us
    • Career Opportunities
  • Services
    • Advocacy
    • Braille Services
    • Business & Community Services
    • Computer Lab
    • Deinstitutionalization
    • Housing Services
    • Independent Living Skills Training
    • Information & Referral
    • ILC/Working Healthy/W.O.R.K Program
    • Kansas TAP Program
    • Medical Equipment Loan Bank
    • PASS/FMS
    • Peer Support
    • Independence, Inc. General Public Transportation
    • Youth Transition/Employment
  • Give
    • One-Time Gift
    • Recurring/Monthly Gifts
    • Planned/Major Giving
  • Media and Publications
    • Independence, Inc. Newsletter
    • Annual Report
    • Press Release Archives
    • Center Brochures
    • Find us on Social Media
  • Quick Links
    • Accessible Housing Program
    • Advocacy Alerts!
    • Board Meetings
    • Computer Lab
    • Equipment Loan Bank
    • Pay Invoice
    • PCSW Packet
    • Peer Group Activities
    • Schedule a Ride
    • News and Community
  • Resources
    • Community Resources
    • COVID-19 Information and Resources
    • KanCare/Medicaid
    • ADA information