Center For Independence

Center For Independence In 1982 CFI began as the Helen Campbell Center for the Blind.

CFI empowers individuals with disabilities to live independently through advocacy, information and referral, independent living skills, peer mentoring and community transitions, and more! Founded by five newly blind women that recognized the need for skills in survival, and independent living for people with visual impairments. In 1986, services were expanded to encompass and acknowledge the needs of people with all types of disabilities. The Center now serves 12 counties within 40,000 square miles on the Western Slope of Colorado, with offices in Grand Junction, Montrose, Glenwood Springs and Salida.

We’re incredibly grateful to United Way of Mesa County for their support! Their grant has played a key role in helping 2...
12/20/2025

We’re incredibly grateful to United Way of Mesa County for their support! Their grant has played a key role in helping 26 individuals with disabilities find, obtain, or keep safe housing. Thank you for investing in our community. We can’t wait to see what we accomplish together in 2026!

211 is a free, easy-to-remember helpline that connects individuals and families with important services and resources in our local communities. Services are available Monday to Friday 8 AM-5 PM.

12/10/2025
Happy Colorado Gives Day! Thank you for helping us empower individuals with disabilities to live independently! We could...
12/09/2025

Happy Colorado Gives Day!
Thank you for helping us empower individuals with disabilities to live independently! We couldn't do it without you.

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The Center for Independence offers 5 core services to empower people with disabilities to live independently: Personal & Systems Advocacy, Information & Referral, Peer Mentoring, Independent Living Skills and Community Transition. Plus, we offer Social Security Disability...

Thank you to Timberline Bank for choosing CFI!
06/05/2025

Thank you to Timberline Bank for choosing CFI!

☕ We’re excited to feature the Center For Independence (CFI) as our Nonprofit of the Month at The Timberline Community Coffee Bar!

CFI provides resources, advocacy, and support to help individuals with disabilities live independently and stay actively engaged in the community.

Swing by for a cup of coffee and take a moment to learn more about the work they’re doing right here in the Grand Valley. We’re proud to spotlight organizations that make a real difference in the lives of others.

We are honored to be Timberline Bank's Non-Profit of the month for June! Stop in for a FREE coffee and be sure to tip! A...
06/05/2025

We are honored to be Timberline Bank's Non-Profit of the month for June! Stop in for a FREE coffee and be sure to tip! All tips will be donated to CFI at the end of the month!

Check out the CFI May Newsletter!
06/02/2025

Check out the CFI May Newsletter!

Hello to all our friends, consumers, and supporters! We have had a wonderful month at Center For Independence (CFI), and we’re excited to share some of the highlights with you. Stay tuned as we celebrate achievements, spotlight our amazing staff, and look ahead to upcoming opportunities and events...

More photos from the Glide Demo Day event! What a great day of seeing new accessibility technology.
05/05/2025

More photos from the Glide Demo Day event! What a great day of seeing new accessibility technology.

This months housing workshops will take place on May 8th and 22nd! Please contact Amy at (970) 241-0315 to register!
05/05/2025

This months housing workshops will take place on May 8th and 22nd! Please contact Amy at (970) 241-0315 to register!

Check out this video on last Saturday's Glide Demo Day event! It was such a wonderful day here at CFI!
04/28/2025

Check out this video on last Saturday's Glide Demo Day event! It was such a wonderful day here at CFI!

Glidance comes to Grand Junction

CFI April Newsletter
04/24/2025

CFI April Newsletter

Dear Supporters, Community Members, and Friends, We’re thrilled to introduce the very first edition of the Center for Independence Monthly Newsletter! As we continue our mission to promote community solutions and empower individuals with a disability(ies) to live independently, we want to keep you...

Our CFI staff members had such a wonderful time at this year's event!
04/17/2025

Our CFI staff members had such a wonderful time at this year's event!

04/17/2025

Officer Naik recently visited the Center For Independence and spoke about pedestrian and traffic safety. Roadway safety is a shared responsibility. Whether you're on foot or behind the wheel, we all play a role in keeping each other safe. Pedestrians should stay alert and use designated crosswalks, while drivers must pay attention to the roadway and obey posted speed limits. Together, we can make our roads safer for everyone.

Address

740 Gunnison Avenue
Grand Junction, CO
81501

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 12pm

Telephone

+18006132271

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In 1982 the Center for Independence (CFI), began as the Helen Campbell Center for the Blind. Founded by five newly blind women that recognized the need for skills in survival, and independent living for people with visual impairments. In 1986, services were expanded to encompass and acknowledge the needs of people with all types of disabilities. The Center now serves 12 counties within 40,000 square miles on the Western Slope of Colorado, with offices in Grand Junction, Montrose, Glenwood Springs, and now Salida!

The Center for Independence works to promote community solutions and to empower individuals with disabilities to live independently. The Center for Independent provides 6 core services to help people live independently: Personal & Systems Advocacy, Information & Referral, Peer Counseling, Support Groups, Classes/Education, Independent/Daily Living Skills, and Training.