Statewide Independent Living Council of Georgia, Inc.

11/04/2025

INFORMATION ON SNAP BENEFITS

Fact: SNAP benefits are SNAP benefits are 100% federally and congressionally funded, and DHS disburses the benefits to eligible households in Georgia. USDA has not received federal funds for November, thus they are unable to distribute for this month or any foreseeable months until the government shutdown ceases. When the government reopens, however, funds are set aside for SNAP. Other USDA programs are distributed on an annual or quarterly basis, whereas SNAP is distributed monthly to DHS.

Fact: They still are accepting applications for SNAP.

Fact: No one will receive termination letters at this time for SNAP, and no one will have to reapply for SNAP when it reopens.

These answers came from GA DHS- Update on November SNAP Amid Federal Government Shutdown | Georgia Department of Human Services https://dhs.georgia.gov/update-november-snap-amid-federal-government-shutdown.

10/29/2025

New Podcast Episode on a Legacy of Serving the Independent Living Movement: Ester DuRante shares how Shelly’s mentorship helped her embrace her full self, refusing to be defined by others’ limits. Through trust and openness, Shelly encouraged her to “live out loud,” a lesson Ester continues to carry into her daily life. Listen to the full podcast episode here: https://youtu.be/xyCJl3pxfWw?si=DC14OaFTsme_lkZ3

10/24/2025

New podcast episode featuring remembrances of SILCGA and others on the impact of Shelly Simmons https://youtu.be/xyCJl3pxfWw

Newly appointed director Becky Tuttle reflects on Shelly’s lasting legacy, her wisdom, her love for the community, and her unwavering focus on making sure every part of Georgia was served. Shelly’s impact continues to guide the work of those she inspired https://youtu.be/xyCJl3pxfWw

10/20/2025

Join us Thursday at 1PM for our quarterly board meeting to learn about Independent Living in Georgia! https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81357642769?pwd=cW92NG5TcTFkWERiM3Y1c0twa1diQT09&mc_cid=e073ff17c5&mc_eid=03d54f2b52

09/30/2025

Thank you to everyone who attended our Annual Gala, where we celebrated Shelly Simmons' legacy and 30 years of SILCGA!

09/22/2025

Shelly's life committed to advocacy will live on! Join us Thursday 9/25 to celebrate her contributions! Tickets available here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stengthening-independent-living--2025

09/19/2025

Join us to celebrate Shelly's life and advocacy legacy next Thursday 9/25! Tickets available here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stengthening-independent-living--2025

09/17/2025

More words of wisdom from Shelly Simmons. Join us for her tribute event and 30th Anniversary of SILCGA on 9/25: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stengthening-independent-living--2025

09/15/2025

Shelly turned her own experience of independence into guidance for others. Her life was a testament to sharing what you learn so others can thrive. Join us for her tribute event and 30th Anniversary of SILCGA on 9/25: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stengthening-independent-living--2025

09/13/2025

Shelly Simmons taught us that advocacy takes focus, patience, and heart. We carry her lessons forward. Join us for her tribute event on 9/25: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/stengthening-independent-living--2025

09/12/2025

For those of you that could not attend and were not able to watch the live stream, here is the link to the video of Shelly Simmons' beautiful memorial service.

Join us as we celebrate the life and legacy of Shelly Simmons, who touched the lives of so many with their kindness, love, and wisdom. This service is a time...

09/11/2025

All who knew and loved SILCGA Director Shelly Simmons are invited to join us in honoring her life, her joy, and her unwavering service to others.
Live stream available here: https://www.youtube.com//streams