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.

We are happy to highlight and celebrate the amazing work Kelly-Rae Douglas, Director of New York Connects, does for our ...
04/01/2026

We are happy to highlight and celebrate the amazing work Kelly-Rae Douglas, Director of New York Connects, does for our company and the community. Thanks for everything Kelly-Rae!

Happy April! Here is what is happening at SILO this month.Please visit our website for more information and event regist...
04/01/2026

Happy April! Here is what is happening at SILO this month.

Please visit our website for more information and event registration. www.siloinc.org/events or call 631-880-7929.

We look forward to seeing you this month!

SILO will be closing on Wednesday, April 1st for Spring Recess. 🌷We will reopen on Monday, April 13th.
03/31/2026

SILO will be closing on Wednesday, April 1st for Spring Recess. 🌷
We will reopen on Monday, April 13th.

Join us for Spring Bingo (Virtual)🌷Tuesdays:4/21/20265/5/20265/19/20266/2/20266/16/2026Starting at 6pm on ZOOMThis event...
03/27/2026

Join us for Spring Bingo (Virtual)🌷
Tuesdays:
4/21/2026
5/5/2026
5/19/2026
6/2/2026
6/16/2026
Starting at 6pm on ZOOM

This event is open to the public! Join us for 4 rounds of Virtual Bingo at each event: $10 includes first Bingo card $2 for each additional card.

Register and pay by the Friday before each upcoming game. We accept all credit and debit cards as forms of payments. Contact Kelsey: kkalafut@siloinc.org
631-880-7929 x175

This week, Director of Advocacy, Marilyn Tucci, and Advocacy Specialist, Justin Ainsworth, met with students at Stony Br...
03/26/2026

This week, Director of Advocacy, Marilyn Tucci, and Advocacy Specialist, Justin Ainsworth, met with students at Stony Brook University. It is always a positive experience connecting with students and sharing more about SILO’s programs and services! Together, they discussed our mission and how we support individuals in the community.

Join Stony Brook Occupational Therapy and ICS On a Roll for a Wheelchair Clean-Up and Tune-Up Event!Get your wheelchair ...
03/26/2026

Join Stony Brook Occupational Therapy and ICS On a Roll for a Wheelchair Clean-Up and Tune-Up Event!

Get your wheelchair cleaned and learn some tips on how to tune up your wheelchair!
This is a free event. Scan the QR code to register.

Event Details:
📍1512 Development Drive, Stony Brook, NY 11794
Research & Support Service Building #17, Room 109
📆Saturday, April 18th
🕑1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Please contact grace.doherty@stonybrook.edu with any questions.

Panera Bread in Port Jefferson will be holding a fundraiser for SILO on April 15th, 2026, from 4 – 8 PM. 20% of event sa...
03/24/2026

Panera Bread in Port Jefferson will be holding a fundraiser for SILO on April 15th, 2026, from 4 – 8 PM.

20% of event sales will be donated back to SILO!

Use code FUND4U at panerabread.com, in the Panera app, or at the kiosk in-café.

Please have the flyer available to show if you are ordering in person.
Online orders placed all day will count towards total sales!

Fundraiser details:
📆Wednesday, April 15th, 2026
🕑4:00 PM – 8:00 PM (open to close for online orders)
📍4959 Nesconset Highway, Port Jefferson Station, NY

Please note: gift card purchases, delivery orders, and orders placed on third-party apps do not count towards the fundraiser.

*LOCATION CHANGE: via Zoom ONLY*Happy Women's HERstory Month!Join Alberta in celebrating women throughout the decades!📆F...
03/19/2026

*LOCATION CHANGE: via Zoom ONLY*

Happy Women's HERstory Month!
Join Alberta in celebrating women throughout the decades!

📆Friday, March 27th
🕑11:00 am
📍Zoom

Please RSVP to Alberta Galdi to receive the Zoom link.
📞631-730-3737 x 163
📲agaldi@siloinc.org

03/18/2026

Join SILO in celebrating the 36th anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, which ensures the protection of the civil rights of people with disabilities!

Event Details:
📆Friday, July 24th, 2026
🕑11:00 am - 2:30 pm
📍3253 NY-112, Medford, NY 11762
(parking lot of building 10)

This is a free event, open to all ages!

Luck isn't a plan. Support is.☘️ Connect with SILO today.📞631-880-7929💻www.siloinc.org
03/17/2026

Luck isn't a plan. Support is.☘️
Connect with SILO today.

📞631-880-7929
💻www.siloinc.org

It is almost spring! Which means it is time for fresh starts and new growth. At SILO, we help find individuals with disa...
03/16/2026

It is almost spring! Which means it is time for fresh starts and new growth.

At SILO, we help find individuals with disabilities find the resources, support, and advocacy that makes those fresh starts possible. 💐

This spring, take your next steps with SILO.
Visit our website to learn more!

Address

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

Telephone

+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!