Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. - SILO

Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. - SILO Nonprofit organization that provides programs/services to people with disabilities throughout LI, NY

*We service both Suffolk and Nassau County*

SILO has been a staple of the disability community since 1985. An Advocacy and Information and Referral agency, it has worked with individuals, businesses, and agencies to promote equal access for people with all disabilities. SILO is not a "case management" agency; rather, our focus is on empowerment, mentorship, knowledge, and advocacy. Most of our service staff are people with disabilities themselves, and this peer model facilitates a better relationship between the Independent Living Skills Specialist and the individual being served. Two questions we ask all consumers before getting involved with us: "How badly do you want to achieve your goals?" and "Are you willing to work hard to accomplish them?" SILO's services are person-centered so individuals determine their individual goals, not other people. SILO helps the individual acquire the tools needed to accomplish those goals.

SILO will be closing today, December 23rd, at 11:30 am. We will reopen on Monday, January 5th. We wish everyone a happy ...
12/23/2025

SILO will be closing today, December 23rd, at 11:30 am. We will reopen on Monday, January 5th. We wish everyone a happy holiday and a happy new year!

We have exciting news! Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. (SILO) had the first successful employment placement through ...
12/19/2025

We have exciting news! Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. (SILO) had the first successful employment placement through Subminimum Wage to Competitive Integrated Employment in New York State! Please visit our website to read the full interview with SWTCIE Director, Greg Runfola, and the SWTCIE Specialist that placed the individual, Gillean Gradney.

It is Pajama Day at SILO! Staff is keeping things comfy and cozy as we celebrate Holiday Spirit Week!
12/18/2025

It is Pajama Day at SILO! Staff is keeping things comfy and cozy as we celebrate Holiday Spirit Week!

We are proud to introduce our Housing Director, Taciana, and Assistant Director, Toni, who make a difference every day. ...
12/18/2025

We are proud to introduce our Housing Director, Taciana, and Assistant Director, Toni, who make a difference every day. Thank you for all your hard work!

SILO’s Holiday Spirit Week: Cookie Exchange Edition! Today staff brought in their favorite cookies to share with each ot...
12/17/2025

SILO’s Holiday Spirit Week: Cookie Exchange Edition! Today staff brought in their favorite cookies to share with each other!🍪

Yesterday, SILO participants attended a holiday party, planned by our New York Connects department. Together, they enjoy...
12/17/2025

Yesterday, SILO participants attended a holiday party, planned by our New York Connects department. Together, they enjoyed a hot lunch, listened to holiday music, and competed in games for prizes! Thank you to all who joined us! ✨⛄

It is Holiday Spirit Week here at SILO! Today our staff celebrated by wearing their best (and ugliest) holiday sweaters!...
12/16/2025

It is Holiday Spirit Week here at SILO! Today our staff celebrated by wearing their best (and ugliest) holiday sweaters! 🎄

We are hiring in our Housing Department! Please email your resume to humanresources@siloinc.org. Visit our website for m...
12/16/2025

We are hiring in our Housing Department! Please email your resume to humanresources@siloinc.org. Visit our website for more information.

Last week, our staff and Board Members came together for our annual Holiday Brunch and Corporate Meeting. We celebrated ...
12/15/2025

Last week, our staff and Board Members came together for our annual Holiday Brunch and Corporate Meeting. We celebrated all that SILO has accomplished this year, shared our goals for the year ahead, and enjoyed festive holiday videos created by our amazing staff. Thank you to everyone who makes our mission possible. Happy holidays!

SILO will be on a two hour delay tomorrow, December 15th. We will open at 10 am.
12/15/2025

SILO will be on a two hour delay tomorrow, December 15th. We will open at 10 am.

SILO will be closing today, December 12th, at 9:30 am. We will reopen on Monday, December 15th. Thank you for understand...
12/12/2025

SILO will be closing today, December 12th, at 9:30 am. We will reopen on Monday, December 15th. Thank you for understanding!

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3253 Route 112 Building 10
Medford, NY
11763

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 1pm

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+16318807929

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The Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO) has been a staple of the disability community in Suffolk County since 1985. An Advocacy and Information and Referral agency, it has worked with individuals, businesses, and agencies to promote equal access for people with all disabilities. SILO is not a "case management" agency; rather, our focus is on empowerment, mentorship, knowledge, and advocacy. Most of our service staff are people with disabilities themselves, and this peer model facilitates a better relationship between the Independent Living Skills Specialist and the individual being served. Two questions we ask all consumers before getting involved with us: "How badly do you want to achieve your goals?" and "Are you willing to work hard to accomplish them?" SILO's services are person-centered so individuals determine their individual goals, not other people. SILO helps the individual acquire the tools needed to accomplish those goals. SILO is Suffolk County's only independent living center. We need your support. If you are a person with a disability, living in Suffolk County, SILO urges you to become more involved in making our community more accessible. Whether it is attending a peer support group, advocacy training, or volunteer work, your skills and personal experiences can assist SILO in achieving its goal of full integration of people with disabilities throughout Suffolk County. We need you to become involved!