ILC, LLC

ILC, LLC ILC, LLC strives to provide the highest quality services to adults with disabilities in the La Crosse area. had expanded to include three adult family homes.

ILC, LLC is a privately held corporation specializing in providing community living support to adults with disabilities. Our mission is “respecting and supporting the dignity of all individuals to live and work in a free and unbiased society, while teaching and supporting the responsibilities that come with living in that society.”

Originally known as Independent Living Choices, Inc., the company was founded by Shirley Koepke in 2003. We began with one member two hours a day, five days per week, with Shirley as the sole employee. Her agency quickly grew with her reputation; within one year, Independent Living Choices, Inc. Today, ILC consists of six licensed adult family homes and a community supported living program. Shirley retired in 2021 and sold the company to a group of current employees. The company got a new name, but our mission, vision and values remain the same. We strive to continue Shirley's legacy, to continue providing the highest quality services to our members, and to be an employer of choice in the Coulee Region.

Winter is here, and Christmas is just a few weeks away! While we enjoy the snow and the holiday spirit, days like today—...
12/04/2025

Winter is here, and Christmas is just a few weeks away! While we enjoy the snow and the holiday spirit, days like today—with these frigid temperatures—make us look back with appreciation on the beautiful fall season and all the fun events and activities our residents enjoyed.

Happy Thanksgiving, Team ILC!As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to thank each of you for...
11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving, Team ILC!

As we celebrate this season of gratitude, we want to take a moment to thank each of you for the heart, dedication, and compassion you bring to our homes every single day. The work you do truly matters, and our residents feel your kindness in countless ways.
We are deeply grateful for your commitment, your teamwork, and the care you show to one another and to those we serve. Because of you, ILC continues to be a place where people feel safe, understood, and supported.

We would also like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our residents and their families for trusting us with their care, to our former staff who contributed to our journey, and to our business partners and collaborators who continue to support our mission. Each of you plays an important role in making ILC a place of safety, dignity, and comfort.
We are especially grateful to our founders, Shirley and Jim Koepke, for laying the foundation of ILC and their contributions that helped shape who we are today.

Wishing all of you—and your loved ones—a warm, joyful, and restful Thanksgiving.
Thank you for everything you do and for the community we build together.

Halloween may be over, but the magic still lingers! 🦄✨ Our residents’ smiles when they met the unicorn and received thei...
11/07/2025

Halloween may be over, but the magic still lingers! 🦄✨ Our residents’ smiles when they met the unicorn and received their trick-or-treat goodies are still glowing bright in our hearts (and memories)! 🎃💕

Where did summer go? Time really does fly when you’re having fun! Here’s a photo recap of some of the wonderful activiti...
09/08/2025

Where did summer go? Time really does fly when you’re having fun! Here’s a photo recap of some of the wonderful activities our residents enjoyed in there of this season—summer camp, swimming, ice cream socials, outings, races, nature walks, pontoon rides, and so much more.

Now we’re looking forward to fall! 🍂 This beautiful season brings so many new opportunities for fun and adventure, and we can’t wait to share them together.

Another UWL Part-Time Job Fair is in the books! Our ILC recruiting team did an outstanding job, resulting in four job ap...
09/08/2025

Another UWL Part-Time Job Fair is in the books! Our ILC recruiting team did an outstanding job, resulting in four job applicants in a single day. It’s always an exciting and rewarding experience to meet new students and share why ILC, LLC is such a great place to work.

It’s hard to believe it’s already August—summer always seems to fly by when you’re having fun! Here’s a photo update sho...
07/31/2025

It’s hard to believe it’s already August—summer always seems to fly by when you’re having fun! Here’s a photo update showcasing how our residents have been enjoying their summer days. A special thank you to our wonderful staff—Brenda Pedrin, Jamie Savage, Dawn Garner, Amanda Tallman, and Kirstie Urbanek—for their support and assistance in making these activities possible.
Congrats to Michelle Hill for winning VARC “Crush it” Challenge! Well done ! We are proud of you!

Summer is here—a perfect time for outdoor fun, staying active, picnics, and relaxation! Our residents are joyfully embra...
06/18/2025

Summer is here—a perfect time for outdoor fun, staying active, picnics, and relaxation! Our residents are joyfully embracing a variety of exciting opportunities offered by the Special Olympics (walking club abd bocee ball) and our local community. With plenty of sunshine and smiles, they’re even teaming up with our staff to help plan outdoor adventures of their own. A big thank you to Amanda Tallman, Megan Arenz, Dawn Gagner, Leo Tysse and Kirstie Urbanek for helping our residents make the most of this summer and enjoy every moment!

There’s no slowing down at ILC! Our residents are thriving and staying active with the things they love—joining the Walk...
05/22/2025

There’s no slowing down at ILC! Our residents are thriving and staying active with the things they love—joining the Walking Club with Parks & Rec, enjoying the ILC Social Club on the patio, keeping up with our Thursday on the Town tradition, and soaking up the outdoors with nature walks and picnics. Every day is full of joy, connection, and movement!

Congratulations to Isabella Gross!She received the title of Miss Creative at the Miss Remarkable event—what a proud mome...
05/20/2025

Congratulations to Isabella Gross!
She received the title of Miss Creative at the Miss Remarkable event—what a proud moment!

We also want to recognize Michelle Hill, a very first Miss Remarkable, who took part in congratulating this year’s participants.

ILC was proudly represented, and Isabella had an enthusiastic fan group cheering her on.

We all had a wonderful time!

Another incredible birthday celebration on the books! Bingo, prizes, delicious food, ice cream cake and wonderful compan...
04/24/2025

Another incredible birthday celebration on the books! Bingo, prizes, delicious food, ice cream cake and wonderful company!

Happy Spring and Happy Easter to you and your loved ones!We wanted to share a few photo hellos from our residents and te...
04/20/2025

Happy Spring and Happy Easter to you and your loved ones!
We wanted to share a few photo hellos from our residents and team members celebrating birthdays and working anniversary, finishing winter craft/pizzle projects, enjoing outings, and bonding with ILC favorite pets. We’re all looking forward to the warmer weather, grilling, gardening and patio season ahead!

Now Hiring: Direct Support Professionals – Make a Difference Every Day!Looking for a meaningful, flexible job where you ...
03/25/2025

Now Hiring: Direct Support Professionals – Make a Difference Every Day!

Looking for a meaningful, flexible job where you can truly impact lives? Join our team as a Direct Support Professional (DSP) and help individuals with disabilities live their best lives—at home and in the community.

As a DSP, you’ll provide essential support, including:
✔ Assisting with daily living activities (meal prep, housekeeping, personal care)
✔ Offering companionship and encouragement
✔ Providing transportation and community engagement
✔ Supporting basic healthcare tasks and medication administration
✔ Creating fun and enriching experiences

Why Join Us?

At ILC, we believe in work that matters. We offer:
✨ Flexible scheduling – Perfect for students, parents, retirees, and career changers!
✨ Annual pay increases – We recognize your growth and dedication.
✨ A supportive, team-oriented culture – Work with people who care as much as you do.
✨ Competitive benefits package – Because we value our team.
✨ Shifts that fit your lifestyle – Days, evenings, weekends, and overnights available.

Who We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate shares our core values:
✅ Empathy & Compassion – You care about people.
✅ Flexibility & Reliability – You show up for those who count on you.
✅ Team-Oriented Mindset – We’re better together.
✅ Self-Motivation – You take initiative to make a difference.
✅ Strong Customer Focus – You’re here to help.

No Experience? No Problem!

We provide comprehensive training – all you need is a heart for helping others.

✔ Must be 18 years or older
✔ Valid driver’s license preferred (but not required)
✔ Reliable transportation required

Ready to make an impact? Visit https://www.ilclax.org/ or message us on Facebook to apply today!

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3629 Mormon Coulee Road
La Crosse, WI
54601

Telephone

+16086686848

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Founded in 2003, Independent Living Choices has remained focused on our agency’s initial mission; to encourage people with disabilities to live as independently as possible while offering the supports necessary to do so. Independent Living Choices is comprised of five Corporate Adult Family Homes, two Independent Living Support homes, and a diverse Community Support Program.