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.

Yesterday, our staff came together for a Thanksgiving potluck, filled with great food and gratitude. We are thankful for...
11/26/2025

Yesterday, our staff came together for a Thanksgiving potluck, filled with great food and gratitude. We are thankful for our dedicated staff and the community we serve. We hope everyone has a happy and healthy Thanksgiving! 🦃

SILO would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! We will be closing today, November 26th, at 11:30 am. We will reo...
11/26/2025

SILO would like to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving! We will be closing today, November 26th, at 11:30 am. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st.

Last week, SILO partnered with Suffolk County Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services for Safety First Emergency Readiness ...
11/25/2025

Last week, SILO partnered with Suffolk County Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services for Safety First Emergency Readiness Day. Attendees learned essential emergency preparedness skills, including how to set up their Smart 911 profile, how to build a go-bag, and how to identify and use different fire extinguishers. Thank you for all who joined us to learn how to stay safe and ready!

Thanksgiving at SILO is all about community, connection, and showing up for those who rely on us. Last week, our staff w...
11/24/2025

Thanksgiving at SILO is all about community, connection, and showing up for those who rely on us. Last week, our staff worked together to distribute 140 Thanksgiving meals throughout the community. This was a collaborative effort led by our NY Connects and Housing departments.
Our staff went above and beyond to ensure that individuals and families had a warm holiday meal to enjoy. We are grateful for our dedicated staff, partners, and the trust our community places in us.

Happy Monday! Here's what is happening at SILO this week! Please remember we will be closing on Wednesday, November 26th...
11/24/2025

Happy Monday! Here's what is happening at SILO this week! Please remember we will be closing on Wednesday, November 26th at 11:30 am. We will reopen on Monday, December 1st.
Visit our website for more information! www.siloinc.org

On Friday, SILO had the pleasure of hosting Transition Coordinators from Suffolk Transition Alliance for Regional Suppor...
11/17/2025

On Friday, SILO had the pleasure of hosting Transition Coordinators from Suffolk Transition Alliance for Regional Supports (STARS). They had the opportunity to hear about our programs and services through presentations from our program directors and learned about our mission. We look forward to building meaningful relationships to better support their students.

Happy Monday! Here's what is happening at SILO this week!Visit our website for more information! www.siloinc.org
11/17/2025

Happy Monday! Here's what is happening at SILO this week!
Visit our website for more information! www.siloinc.org

Today, November 14th, is World Diabetes Day. Please take a moment to understand the different types, causes, symptoms, a...
11/14/2025

Today, November 14th, is World Diabetes Day. Please take a moment to understand the different types, causes, symptoms, and prevention. Awareness saves lives!

Did you know SILO offers multiple support groups for various needs? Swipe to learn more! Visit our website for more info...
11/14/2025

Did you know SILO offers multiple support groups for various needs? Swipe to learn more! Visit our website for more information on dates and how to register. www.siloinc.org/supportgroups

Yesterday, SILO had the privilege of hosting a free Fair Housing Training in partnership with Long Island Housing Servic...
11/13/2025

Yesterday, SILO had the privilege of hosting a free Fair Housing Training in partnership with Long Island Housing Services. Attendees learned about disability rights, credit and criminal history protection, how to identify and report housing discrimination in the state of New York, and much more! Together, we are working to ensure fair and equal housing opportunities for everyone in our community.

🚨 Safety First Emergency Readiness Day 🚨Join us on Tuesday, November 18th from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM at Self-Initiated Livin...
11/12/2025

🚨 Safety First Emergency Readiness Day 🚨
Join us on Tuesday, November 18th from 10:00 AM-12:00 PM at Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. in Medford, NY, for an important day of safety and preparedness!

Learn how to stay safe with:
✅ Emergency Equipment Training
✅ Smart 911 System Overview
✅ Go-Bag Kit Discussion
✅ Talks from Emergency Authorities
…and much more!

📍 Location: Self-Initiated Living Options (SILO): 3253 Route 112, Building 10, Medford, NY 11763

📞 To register, call SILO at 631-880-7929 and ask for Martha Cantos (or dial extension 102).
Or visit www.siloinc.org/events and complete the registration form.

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable tools and knowledge that could save lives.

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!