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ICS Independent Living Program Empowers Members
“The Independent Living Program (ILP) has really allowed for a strong connection and a very supportive foundation between mentors and members,” said Independent Living Program Manager and Independence Care System (ICS) member Sharifa Abu-Hamda.
ICS’ Marcus Johnson Presents at SUNY Upstate Health Justice Conference
Independence Care System (ICS) Health Home Advocacy Specialist Marcus Johnson was a special guest presenter at SUNY Upstate Medical University’s annual Health Justice Conference.
ICS Named Leading Disability Employer for Second Year
Independence Care System (ICS) has been recognized as a 2022 Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability (NOD), marking the second year in a row the organization has received the designation.
Celebrating the ADA’s 32nd Anniversary
July 26 marks the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the civil rights law that has changed the lives of people with disabilities in America.
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).
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ICS Independent Living Program Empowers Members
“The Independent Living Program (ILP) has really allowed for a strong connection and a very supportive foundation between mentors and members,” said Independent Living Program Manager and Independence Care System (ICS) member Sharifa Abu-Hamda.
ICS’ Marcus Johnson Presents at SUNY Upstate Health Justice Conference
Independence Care System (ICS) Health Home Advocacy Specialist Marcus Johnson was a special guest presenter at SUNY Upstate Medical University’s annual Health Justice Conference.
ICS Named Leading Disability Employer for Second Year
Independence Care System (ICS) has been recognized as a 2022 Leading Disability Employer by the National Organization on Disability (NOD), marking the second year in a row the organization has received the designation.
Celebrating the ADA’s 32nd Anniversary
July 26 marks the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the civil rights law that has changed the lives of people with disabilities in America.