The Finger Lakes Independence Center

10/27/2025

The New York State Education Department’s Office of Adult Career and Continuing Education Services – Vocational Rehabilitation (ACCES-VR) and the State Rehabilitation Council (SRC) invite you to a virtual public input session to share your feedback and help shape ACCES-VR’s section of New York State’s Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) Combined State Plan.

10/27/2025

Check out our Door K**b Levers; they attach to most doorknobs giving the user an extended grip for better control over the door. We have three styles to try. Come on in!

10/24/2025

Remember this cool event tomorrow!

https://www.birds.cornell.edu/home/event/birdability-weekend-at-the-cornell-lab-of-ornithology/?fbclid=IwY2xjawNnZK5leHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFQNXZpZk5TMmFYcWVnYnUxAR5nTb6ipNZ2K8lHEUYIDbiPHlokktZoXvbgcb8rBA9KgMsrVK7qOtR-c0XEHQ_aem_3Bx26YxtApaSXQ-oFVWN1w

As part of Birdability Week, we invite people with disabilities—as well as their families, friends, and caregivers—to join us for a celebration of accessible birding at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. This free event is open to all and will highlight the joy of birds, community, and inclusion in...

10/24/2025

Last chance! Now through October 25, 2025, you can register to vote, making you eligible to vote in November. (Registration must be received by Tompkins County Board of Elections no later than October 25, 2025.) We have a table in our lobby with all the tools you need to register. Come on in!

10/23/2025

FLIC’s mission is to empower all people with disabilities while creating an inclusive society through the elimination of any and all barriers … and we are seeking Board Members to join our team!

The Board meets on the third Thursday of each month from 5:30 – 7pm. You can join via Zoom or in person at our offices.

Board appointments are for three years. All board members are asked to participate in monthly meetings and join a committee; there are no fundraising requirements.

To qualify, you must have a …
• commitment to the mission of the organization.
• willingness to attend meetings and join a committee.
• 51% of our Board members must be people with lived experience with disability.

To apply, please email your interest to Executive Director Jan Lynch at jan@fliconline.org. Jan will then send you an application.

If you would like more information before you apply, please email Jan.

We are committed to diversity and welcome applications from all individuals!

10/23/2025

The World of Skills Job Fair 2025 was a huge success!

10/22/2025

Soon!

As part of Birdability Week, we invite people with disabilities—as well as their families, friends, and caregivers—to join us for a celebration of accessible birding at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. This free event is open to all and will highlight the joy of birds, community, and inclusion in...

10/21/2025

We love this so much! Please share on YOUR page, too, Friends!

As part of Birdability Week, we invite people with disabilities—as well as their families, friends, and caregivers—to join us for a celebration of accessible birding at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. This free event is open to all and will highlight the joy of birds, community, and inclusion in...

10/21/2025

Won't you stop in? These Companion Pets can make a world of difference; they are designed to bring comfort, companionship, and fun to elder loved ones. Our interactive cat and pup are all about ease-of-care and convenience that pairs with technology for the best possible experience.

10/20/2025

Please spread the word. Josh has done a great job expanding opportunities for inclusive programming. The staff is trained, and they have adaptive equipment to assist people with different needs.

Dear Climbers and Supporters,

The Lindseth Climbing Center will be hosting Adaptive Rock Climbing the first Sunday in November! We know that Sunday mornings aren't the best time for everyone, but we hope many of you can make it. Our next event is on Sunday, November 2, from 10:30am-1:00pm at Bartels Hall. Please share with your communities, as appropriate, and encourage people to come climb with us! This free event is open to members of the community with a disability, as well as their friends and caregivers. Thank you for sharing! If you wish to be removed from my mailing list, let me know.

Adaptive Rock Climbing

When: Sunday, November 2, 10:30am-1:00pm

Where: Lindseth Climbing Center, Bartels Hall

Who: This event is open to anyone with a disability, as well as their friends and caregivers

Age limit: Climbers under 5 may have a tough time on our walls, but are welcome to join

Cost: Free, including all equipment, no experience necessary

RSVP: Optional, (but nice, especially if you want to give us a heads up on how to anticipate your needs!) to Josh Giblin, jbg286@cornell.edu

At the Lindseth Climbing Center, we welcome people with disabilities that want to take advantage of our climbing opportunities. Climbing offers both mental and physical challenges for beginners and experts alike. Through staff support, instruction, and adaptive gear systems, we can work with the abilities that each person brings to help them achieve their climbing goals. Climbing is for anyone! At the event we will have adaptive systems available to explore, as well as dedicated staff for belaying and coaching.

For more details and contact information, visit:

https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/adaptive

First time at the wall? Save time by viewing our orientation video and completing our waiver (bring it with you), available at:

https://scl.cornell.edu/coe/lindseth-climbing-center/plan-your-visit/orientation-and-waiver



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Josh Giblin | he/him/his

Manager, Lindseth Climbing Center

Cornell Outdoor Education

Phillips Outdoor Program Center

B01 Bartels Hall

Cornell University

Ithaca, NY 14853

Work: (607) 255-6040

email: jbg286@cornell.edu

Next Event: Sunday, November 2, 2025 from 10:30am-1pmTo get on our Adaptive mailing list for future events, please send a note to Josh Giblin.

10/20/2025

Check it out! What could be better than accessible birding!

As part of Birdability Week, we invite people with disabilities—as well as their families, friends, and caregivers—to join us for a celebration of accessible birding at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. This free event is open to all and will highlight the joy of birds, community, and inclusion in...