Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living (LVCIL)

04/07/2026

An assistive tech tip from LVCIL’s AT and Accessibility Team:

As the winter (finally) fades into spring, many people are taking advantage of being outside and enjoying the fresh air. For some people with disabilities, participating in outdoor recreation is dangerous or impossible due to factors such as steep and varied terrain. Indiana State Parks recently launched all-terrain track chairs at every state park to make sure more people have access to the benefits that nature can offer.
LINK:

https://events.in.gov/event/track-chairs-to-increase-access-to-nature-at-every-indiana-state-park-funded-by-lilly-endowment?fbclid=IwVERDUAQzqb9leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEexaEfPOgf1_G8p5WvmUk7DcYbVC4JS3PwRlJNrhAi7TU5wpevp8cx__j1OAk_aem_I2FMS2Beij5kXX3yyT3mzw

This information is brought to by LVCIL, the TechOWL Assistive Technology Resource Center serving Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, Monroe, Schuylkill, Berks, and Luzerne counties.

(Image description: An all-terrain power wheelchair with tracks instead of wheels.)

04/07/2026

Woman's Medical Advocacy: how you can speak up for you.

Join us Friday April 25th at 1pm at 713 N. 13th St. Allentown PA 18102 for a life skills event. Presented by students from Moravian University.

Please RSVP by April 20th by contacting Debbie Rozear at 610-770-9781, or email at debbierozear@lvcil.org.

We hope to see you there.

04/01/2026

Check out this opinion piece by friend of the Cil, Farmer Liz!

How One Farmer is Embracing Inclusion in Agriculture, and Reaping the Rewards [Opinion]

https://www.lancasterfarming.com/country-life/family/how-one-farmer-is-embracing-inclusion-in-agriculture-and-reaping-the-rewards-opinion/article_6d773845-3622-52df-ac3b-f6cd0d890676.html

Image description: Small plants spouting.

Several seasons ago, columnist Liz Wagner hired an autistic worker to help her around the farm. Since then, she has partnered with an organization to bring inclusion into agriculture, and

03/25/2026

We were happy to see Supported Decision Making (SDM) mentioned on a recent episode of The Pitt.

on Instagram shared information about SDM being mentioned on The Pitt, what Supported Decision Making is and why it matters.

See the full post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DWGIxbIlWsg/?img_index=1

Supported Decision Making Pennsylvania (SDMPA) is funded by Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council (PADDC).

To learn more about Supported Decision Making Pennsylvania (SDMPA) check out https://sdmpa.org/

03/23/2026

Want to learn more about our SEED program at Lehigh Carbon Community College?

On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 5:30p-6:30p we will be at LCCC's Open House to share more information and answer any questions.

Please register here: https://bit.ly/4azZL9r

Join SEED Program Information Nights at LCCC. Learn about disability services, student success initiatives, and inclusive support resources designed to empower learners.

03/22/2026

Thanks to Lehigh Valley IronPigs Charities for providing funding for the 10th Annual Fishing and Fun in the Park.
This years event will be September 27th.
We try to make it bigger and better every year!

Image Description:
Photo 1: ED Seth H and Iron Pigs Charities Director Staci S holding a big check in front on the LVCIL building
Photo 2: Fishing and Fun in the Park. September 27th 10am to 4pm
Lehigh Parkway
Inclusive Accessible Outdoor Fun For All Ages And Abilities
Graphics show multiple fish swimming about the page.

03/22/2026

Cars & Kids Beacuse
We CARe Gala photo dump!
Lookin’ good!

Photo Descriptions
Photo 1- 9 LVCIL Staff and consumer posing for camera. Grant recipients and logos
Photo 2 - 4 LVCIL staff and consumer posing for camera. Grant recipients and logos
Photo 3- ED Seth H on stage with 4 other grant recipients.
photo 4- ED Seth H on stage with 6 others.
Photo 5 - ED Seth H with Developmet Team member Diane W.
Photo 6 - ED Seth H with Bucks Director Claire L , Core Staff Ingrid M and Community Inclusion staff Julianna R.
Photo 7- ED Seth H with Core staff Ingrid and Community Inclusion staff Julianna R
Photo 8- ED Seth H and Bucks Director Claire L
Photo 9- ED Seth H and AED Joe M
Photo 10 - Board President Michelle M and others dancing.
Photo 11- Board President Michelle M, ED Seth H and 69 News Weather anchor Matt Broderick

03/22/2026

Lvcil is humbled and proud to be a recipient of a grant from the Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Dealership Cars and Kids Because We CARe Innagural Community Gala! Thank you!
LVCIL was dressed up and looking good!

Photo description: Nine LVCIL staff, Board President and consumer dressed up posing for a picture. Information below includes: Car & Kids Becase We Care. Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Dealership Association logo. Innagural Community Gala. 3.21.26 Windcreek Bethlehem. Logos of recipients: Love Ran Red , Community Action, PCFLV, Moravian Academy, Boys and Girls Club, LVCIL, Camelot for Children Boys and Girls Club, Scouting America, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Volunteer Center, America on Wheels.
Logo of Photo Booth Sponsor: First Commonwealth Credit Union
Rockin Photo Booth logo on Bottom.

03/20/2026

Resource Alert:
Friend of LVCIL, Dr. Domenico Cavaiuolo, asked to share this resource:

East Stroudsburg University 27th Annual
Through Their Eyes Conference
Friday April 10th 2026
Rosenkrans Learning Disability Empowerment Center

Register at: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1XbaxeVzKDD82ELcxYmgQ1QnSDyO4-UtHdM5FuUNlsog/viewform?edit_requested=true

ESU is honored to host speakers of extraordinary courage, wisdom, and abilities. Those individuals possess rich experiences in overcoming attitudinal, physical and cultural barriers. They offer a message of hope and inspiration about life and the path to success and achievement in society.

Including Recognition of CILLS students completing program

Presented by the Department of Special Education & Rehabilitation.

For assistance and special accommodation please email Aurelia Torres at atorres18@esu.edu or call 570-422-3558

Picture Description:
All above wording.
ESU Logo
An QR code to scan for registration
3 pictures including Slade Heller wearing a hat and drumming, Kaela Winn using a wheelchair in a graduation cap and gown, and Kristal Nemeroff, RN CSN in white medical coat.