Center for Independent Living Gulf Coast

05/02/2026

📣 Mobility Monday Resource Event! 📣
Join us on June 8th, 2026, from 9:00am - 1:00pm at our new office location.
2830 Winkler Ave, Suite 112, Fort Myers, FL 33916

Do you or someone you know have a disability? Come see us at our Mobility Monday Resource Event and see all of the durable medical equipment available to you, such as:
* Manual Wheelchairs
* Transportation Chairs
* Walkers
* Canes
* Commode Chairs
* and more

For additional information, please feel free to reach out!
Call 239.260.4575 or email ttaylor@cilgulfcoast.org

05/01/2026

🎉WE MOVED!🎉
We are excited to share that we will be hosting an open house in celebration of our move to a new office! You will be able to get a tour of our new location, along with enjoying the on-site food truck!

📍Where: CILGC
2830 Winkler Ave, Suite 112
Fort Myers, FL 33916

📅When: July 26th, 2026
10:00am - 2:00pm.

For any additional information or questions, please feel free to reach out!
📞Contact:
Travis Taylor
Office #: 239-260-4575
Cell #: 239-788-5134
Email: ttaylor@cilgulfcoast.org

04/29/2026

🚨 Interview Skills Workshop 🚨

Looking to build confidence and stand out in your next job interview? This workshop is for you.

📍 WHERE
Center for Independent Living Gulf Coast
2830 Winkler Ave, Suite 112
Fort Myers, FL 33916

📅 WHEN
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

In this workshop, you will learn:
- How to answer common interview questions
- How to present yourself with confidence
- What employers are really looking for

📞 CONTACT
Kelly McQueen
239-260-4575
kmcqueen@cilgulfcoast.org

Spots may be limited. Don’t wait—secure your place today.

04/26/2026

💡 Ready to build real-world money skills AND explore your future?

The Center for Independent Living is hosting a **50 Hour Financial Literacy Career Camp** this June!

📍 **Where:** CILGC
2830 Winkler Ave, Suite 112
Fort Myers, FL 33916
(Please note: this is a NEW address)

📅 **When:** June 3–12, 2026
Weekdays only
⏰ 8:30 AM – 3:15 PM

👥 **Who:** Students ages 14–21
Must be in school with an IEP or 504 Plan

💼 **What You’ll Learn:**

* Job exploration counseling
* Self-advocacy skills
* Work readiness training
* Work-based learning experience
* Enrollment opportunity guidance

📲 **How to Register:**
Contact your local Vocational Rehabilitation office and request a referral

📞 Lee & Cape Coral: 239-772-6983
📞 Lee & Fort Myers: 239-278-7150

🌐 More info: https://www.rehabworks.org//student-youth/student-transition.html

This is a great opportunity to build confidence, gain independence, and get real experience that prepares you for life after school.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait.

02/12/2026

If you are an individual with a disability and
- Your home needs accessibility modifications, or
- Your home was damaged by a recent hurricane

You may qualify for home repairs and accessibility support.

The Center for Independent Living Gulf Coast is helping individuals determine eligibility through the SHIP program.

Phone: 239-260-4575
Email: ttaylor@cilgulfcoast.org

Support may include repairs that help you stay safe, independent, and in your home.

If this applies to you or someone you care about, please reach out or share this post.

01/28/2026

01/22/2026

01/14/2026

Ready to explore a new career? The free WISE webinar is the perfect chance to discover new opportunities and connect with resources designed to help you succeed. Tune in to the WISE on January 28 from 3 - 4:30 p.m. ET. Register now: choosework.ssa.gov/wise

After the webinar, contact us to learn more and get connected with support that fits your goals. Let’s explore what’s possible — together!

Attend a free Work Incentive Seminar Event (WISE) online webinar to learn about the Ticket to Work program or Work Incentives.

01/07/2026

💙 Celebrating Growth, Training, and Success at Project SEARCH 💙
We’re proud to share highlights from this quarter at Project SEARCH!
✔️ Our interns successfully completed BLS training, gaining life-saving skills and workplace readiness thanks to our valued partners at Florida SouthWestern State College.
✔️ Interns continue to make a meaningful impact across the hospital, bringing dedication, professionalism, and enthusiasm to every department they serve.
✔️ We’re celebrating successful employment outcomes, including alumni like JM, who turned determination into a full-time career and now helps train the next generation of interns.
None of this would be possible without the incredible support of our partners, mentors, and advocates who believe in creating competitive, meaningful employment opportunities for individuals with developmental disabilities.
👏 Thank you to everyone who helps make these successes possible—together, we’re building futures.
📩 Applications for the 2026–2027 Project SEARCH Program