The Access Center

30/03/2026

🚍 Your Voice Matters: Shape Greene County's Public Transit Future!

Hey, Greene County residents! 📢 The Greene County Transit Board is hosting two public meetings to discuss important changes to our transit system, and we need your input. Join The Greene County Transit Board on April 8 and April 10, 2026, to voice your opinions on proposed service reductions and fare increases. Your insights are crucial to a community-driven decision-making process!

🗓 Meeting Schedule:
- April 8: Fairborn Community Library, 1:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
- April 10: Greene County Job and Family Services Media Room, Xenia, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

The Greene County Transit Board will present the Revised Service Plan and hold an open Q&A session to hear your thoughts. Key changes include eliminating the Flex Route Service, reducing weekday hours, converting to on-demand service, and revising fare structures.

Can't attend? Review the plan and send comments to info@greenecats.org by April 23, 2026. Let's ensure our transit system reflects our community's needs! For accommodations, contact Ken Collier at 937-708-8322 by April 1, 2026.

💬 Join the conversation and make a difference!

30/03/2026

Help Increase Our Visibility!

Since 1984, the Access Center has been dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve independence in the community. We offer essential services such as Information & Referral, Peer Support, Independent Living Skills Training, and Advocacy on individual, self, and systemic levels. Our Individual Transitioning services help ease the journey to independence.

Additionally, through our REDI Program, we provide recycled medical equipment, supporting health and accessibility needs. Our Youth Transitions initiative and the Think This is Easy? program raise awareness and understanding of disability challenges.

Despite our long-standing presence, many people are still unaware of the services we offer. As a local non-profit, we rely on the generosity of individuals like you to continue our mission. Your donations are crucial for expanding our reach and enhancing our visibility on social media, allowing us to connect and support more people in need.

Join us in making a difference! If you would like to contribute or learn more about our work, please visit http://www.acils.com/make-a-difference/.

Together, we can create a more inclusive community. Thank you for your support! 🤝

27/03/2026

Embracing True Inclusion for Children with Disabilities

Children with disabilities often learn how to adapt—
whether it’s adjusting their communication, movement, learning styles, or self-regulation—to fit into the surrounding world.

However, inclusion should not be a one-sided lesson.

Genuine inclusion involves teaching everyone how to engage with individuals with disabilities—with respect, patience, and an open heart.

This includes:
- Listening without making assumptions
- Speaking directly to the individual, not just their support person
- Respecting diverse communication styles
- Recognizing both visible and invisible disabilities
- Allowing space for mobility aids, assistive technology, and sensory needs
- Valuing ability instead of focusing on limitations

Inclusion isn't about fixing individuals; it’s about dismantling barriers and fostering understanding!

Belonging should never hinge on how well someone can adapt to environments that were not designed with them in mind. 💛

27/03/2026

25/03/2026

Help Increase Our Visibility!

Since 1984, the Access Center has been dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities to achieve independence in the community. We offer essential services such as Information & Referral, Peer Support, Independent Living Skills Training, and Advocacy on individual, self, and systemic levels. Our Individual Transitioning services help ease the journey to independence.

Additionally, through our REDI Program, we provide recycled medical equipment, supporting health and accessibility needs. Our Youth Transitions initiative and the Think This is Easy? program raise awareness and understanding of disability challenges.

Despite our long-standing presence, many people are still unaware of the services we offer. As a local non-profit, we rely on the generosity of individuals like you to continue our mission. Your donations are crucial for expanding our reach and enhancing our visibility on social media, allowing us to connect and support more people in need.

Join us in making a difference! If you would like to contribute or learn more about our work, please visit http://www.acils.com/make-a-difference/.

Together, we can create a more inclusive community. Thank you for your support! 🤝

We also provide recycled medical equipment through our REDI Program. We work with Youth Transitions and provide Disability Awareness training through our Think This is Easy? program. As a local non-profit based in the community, donations from individuals are a vital part of our continued services.....

25/03/2026

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23/03/2026

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23/03/2026

Disability is a natural part of the human experience.

20/03/2026

🍓🥣 Kitchen Connection 2026 Kickoff! 🥣🍓

Join us on Friday, April 3rd, 2026 at 11:00 AM as we launch our Kitchen Connection 2026 classes!
We’re starting things off with a fun parfait bar, where you can create your own healthy snack, followed by a real conversation about our experiences in the kitchen—whether you’re navigating life with a disability or working toward healthier eating habits.
This is a safe, welcoming space to learn, share, and grow together 💛
📍 RSVP Required

Contact Barbara Thomas at (937) 341-5202 or barbara.butler@acils.com
⏰ Deadline to register: Monday, March 30th, 2026
(Please register by this date so we can ensure any needed accommodations are in place.)
Come hungry, come open, and come ready to connect—we can’t wait to see you there!

18/03/2026

🌟 Program Spotlight: HOME Choice 🌟

Dreaming of returning to life in your community after a long-term hospital or nursing home stay? The HOME Choice program makes it possible! Since 2008, this Medicaid initiative has empowered over 16,000 Ohioans to transition back to their communities, offering independence and a fresh start. 🏠✨

With partners like National Church Residences and The Access Center, HOME Choice provides crucial resources, from transitional housing to startup living expenses. Our dedicated IL Transition Coordinator is here to guide you every step of the way, ensuring a seamless transition. 🌟

Are you or a loved one ready to make the move? To qualify, you need to be 18+, enrolled in Medicaid, and have lived in a long-term care facility for at least 60 days. Let us help you find the freedom you deserve! 💪
For more info, call 1-888-221-1560 or visit https://medicaid.ohio.gov/homechoice

Helping Ohioans Move, Expanding Choice

18/03/2026

🌟 Program Spotlight: REDI Donation Request 🌟

Since it was established in the early 1990s, the Recycled Equipment Donated for Independence (REDI) program has been pivotal in promoting independence for those in need. Through The Access Center for Independent Living (ACIL), gently used medical equipment is redistributed to help individuals live fully in their communities.

We're calling on you to help keep REDI thriving! Donations of durable medical equipment like wheelchairs, rollator walkers, and shower chairs are crucial. Your contributions are tax-deductible and make a significant difference.

📞 Make an appointment to donate by contacting Jeff Allen at 937-341-5202 Ext 104 or emailing jeff.allen@acils.com. Let’s work together to empower lives! 💪