Expertise in Areas that Promote Health Equity
People with disabilities come to ICS because we have expert staff who can help them achieve goals, improve their quality of life, and be active members in their community. ICS works with members to address their health, mobility and independence. These areas are the foundational pillars needed to stand up true health equity for people with disabilities.
HEALTH
ICS works to remove barriers to care that are all too common for people with disabilities, so each ICS member is able to enjoy the best possible health.
MOBILITY
Being able to get around freely and comfortably is essential. ICS staff help ensure members have access to properly fitted mobility supports.
INDEPENDENCE
Everyone wants be part of their community. ICS helps members stay engaged and involved, be it through social activities or professional interests.
Latest Posts from The Independent
A Caretaker’s Perspective On The Importance Of ICS
For more than two decades, Independence Care System (ICS) has supported the lives of people with disabilities, focusing on the health, mobility and independence of members to ensure they remain active and independent in their communities. By collaborating with service providers and advocates who work on members’ behalf, and connecting with members to gain a deep understanding of their needs and values, ICS has touched the lives of countless members, along with their families, caregivers and loved ones.
Maintaining Your Physical And Mental Health
There are 61 million adults in America living with a disability. Of those millions of people, one in four face roadblocks gaining equitable access to healthcare.
On A Roll Wheelchair Program Supports Disability Community
“When an On A Roll clinician is working with someone, it’s ‘how can I support you?’ We have to have a give and take relationship,” said Independence Care System (ICS) Senior Vice President, Rehab and Mobility Services Jean Minkel. “Only the person with the lived experience is the ‘expert’ of their lives. We listen to them — we are in partnership with them.”
Civics League Secures A+D Ointment, Catheters for Members
Members of the Civics League for Disability Rights (CLDR) recently achieved several important victories for CLDR and Independence Care System (ICS) members, including ensuring accessibility to A+D Ointment as a moisture barrier cream and securing additional catheters for members to prevent urinary tract infections (UTIs).
What ICS Members Are Saying
