Independent Living Resources

Independent Living Resources ILR is committed to community diversity through advocacy, choice and education.

The history of Independent Living is closely tied to the civil rights struggles of the 1950s and 1960s. Basic human rights of people with disabilities were not being met- accessible housing, equal access to education & transportation; as well as employment. Today there are over 600 Independent Living (IL) Centers throughout the US that practice the cross disability philosophy: the belief that all people with disabilities share a common thread that brings them together. Centers are private not-for-profit organizations that are run by and for persons with disabilities.

We have fun, work hard, AND give back! ILR staff have been collecting food items to donate to our local pantries due to ...
10/31/2025

We have fun, work hard, AND give back!

ILR staff have been collecting food items to donate to our local pantries due to November Foodshare funds not being available. So we took this Halloween opportunity to show off our costumes and soon to be donations!

Hope everyone has a happy and safe Halloween.

Today ILR staff Dana and Melissa are attending the ADRC of Southwest Wisconsin Elderfest! Located at the Youth & Ag Buil...
10/24/2025

Today ILR staff Dana and Melissa are attending the ADRC of Southwest Wisconsin Elderfest! Located at the Youth & Ag Building of the Grant County Fairgrounds. Lots of vendors, give aways, live music and free health screenings. Head on down! There until 11:30am.

10/24/2025

📢 Important Update on FoodShare and WIC Benefits – Posted by DHS on October 21st

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services is closely monitoring how this affects vital nutrition programs like FoodShare and WIC.

WIC is currently available for October, and based on current info, November benefits will also be available.
WIC members can continue using their benefits and attending appointments as usual.

FoodShare Benefits
October benefits were issued on time and are fully funded.
November benefits will be delayed unless the federal government reopens. Even if the shutdown ends immediately, benefits will not be available on time.

What You Need to Know:
• FoodShare members may not be able to use QUEST cards in November—even if there are remaining funds.
• If you still have benefits on your card, consider stocking up on non-perishable items (canned goods, boxed foods) before the end of October.
• DHS is notifying members by mail, text, email, and online through ACCESS and the FoodShare News & Updates page.
• DHS will update everyone as soon as benefits resume.

Need help with food or infant formula?
Call 211 or 877-947-2211
Visit: https://211wisconsin.communityos.org
Text your ZIP code to 898211
Let’s support each other and stay informed. 💙

10/22/2025

Due to a maintenance emergency in our building and necessary repairs, the ILR office will be closed to visitors for the rest of this week. Our office will reopen on Monday, October 27th. Staff will be working from other locations, so all of our services are still available. Please feel free to call us at 608-787-1111 or email at advocacy@ilresources.org. We apologize for any inconvenience.

Assistive technology available for donation:Power wheel chairQuickie Q500M. 300 lbs capacity. 17 inch seat. Owners man...
10/22/2025

Assistive technology available for donation:

Power wheel chair

Quickie Q500M. 300 lbs capacity. 17 inch seat. Owners manual and charger. Used six months in 2024 in a nursing home environment.

Call 608-787-1111 or email advocacy@ilresources.org if you or someone you know is interested.

We are so grateful to the Rivoli Theatre and Pizzeria for hosting us for our staff fun day! Staff enjoyed pizza, popcorn...
10/21/2025

We are so grateful to the Rivoli Theatre and Pizzeria for hosting us for our staff fun day! Staff enjoyed pizza, popcorn, candy, and a movie! This time together helps us bond as staff members and show up better for the consumers we serve.

If you haven't been yet, The Riv is truly a La Crosse treasure and they do so many great events. Make sure to check them out 😎

10/21/2025

Due to a maintenance emergency in our building, the ILR office will be closed to visitors until Monday October 27th. Staff will be working from other locations, so all of our services are still available. Please feel free to call us at 608-787-1111 or email at advocacy@ilresources.org. We apologize for any inconvenience.

See you there! 🌸🟢💗🟩
10/20/2025

See you there! 🌸🟢💗🟩

10/20/2025

The Brief

Check this crew out! We're at Disability Pride Fest at Logan High School in La Crosse until 3pm! Thanks DAN - Disability...
10/19/2025

Check this crew out! We're at Disability Pride Fest at Logan High School in La Crosse until 3pm! Thanks DAN - Disability Action Network for hosting us 😇🤩

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4439 Mormon Coulee Road
La Crosse, WI
54601

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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