CIL Orlando

CIL Orlando We are a private, non-profit organization that was founded by Central Floridians dedicated to helping people with disabilities.
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CIL is a cross-disability service agency with a mission to create opportunities for disability inclusion. It serves individuals with any type of disability of any age residing in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Polk, Hardee, Highlands, and DeSoto counties. CIL has two office locations dedicated to serving the Central Florida region, each of which have specific programs and services available to their surrounding community.

What is WIOA?The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) helps ensure people with disabilities have equal access...
11/17/2025

What is WIOA?

The Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) helps ensure people with disabilities have equal access to education, training, and employment opportunities.

Through programs like Aspire to Hire, WIOA funding supports career exploration, job coaching, and workplace training empowering individuals to build confidence, gain independence, and find meaningful careers.

Make the Season Bright!Help us spread joy and inclusion this holiday season through the Center for Independent Living’s ...
11/14/2025

Make the Season Bright!
Help us spread joy and inclusion this holiday season through the Center for Independent Living’s Silent Night Toy Drive!
We’re collecting new, unwrapped toys for children attending our Silent Night Holiday Carnival, a barrier-free celebration bringing joy to families of all abilities.
You can help in two easy ways:

Drop off new, unwrapped toys at our Winter Park office:
720 N Denning Drive Winter Park, FL 32789

Shop from our Amazon Wishlist! Click the link in our bio or below. Your gift will be delivered directly to CIL and wrapped with care.

Together, we can make this holiday season brighter for every child.

https://a.co/izD823f

Meet Javier, a graduate of CIL’s Project SEARCH program whose determination and hard work truly paid off! Throughout his...
11/13/2025

Meet Javier, a graduate of CIL’s Project SEARCH program whose determination and hard work truly paid off!

Throughout his year in Project SEARCH, Javier completed multiple internship rotations at Lakeland Regional Health where he gained valuable hands-on experience in the storeroom, catering, and gastrointestinal departments. These experiences helped him grow his communication, teamwork, organizational skills and most importantly, his confidence.

After graduating, Javier didn’t give up. He completed over 20 job interviews, took on an On-the-Job Training opportunity, and continued working with his CIL Transition Employment Specialist to find the right fit.

And today, we’re thrilled to share that Javier has officially accepted a position with Bonnet Springs Park!

Javier’s journey shows what’s possible when adults with disabilities are given access to real workplace experience, support, and encouragement. This is what independent earning look like and we couldn’t be more proud!

Today, we honor the brave veterans who have served our country with courage, commitment, and sacrifice. At CIL Orlando, ...
11/11/2025

Today, we honor the brave veterans who have served our country with courage, commitment, and sacrifice.

At CIL Orlando, we are grateful for the veterans in our community including those we proudly serve through programs that support independence, accessibility, and quality of life.

To all veterans and their families: thank you for your service, your strength, and your dedication. We stand with you today and every day.

From 2006 to 2015, CIL saw major growth in programs that empower independence.During this decade, we expanded Aspire to ...
11/10/2025

From 2006 to 2015, CIL saw major growth in programs that empower independence.

During this decade, we expanded Aspire to Hire and Step Ahead, strengthened community partnerships, and increased opportunities in workforce development and youth transition.

More individuals gained skills, confidence, and access to meaningful futures, marking this era as a turning point in building inclusive pathways to independence

We’re sending a huge thank you to Simply Healthcare Plans for stopping by our office to present a generous donation in s...
11/10/2025

We’re sending a huge thank you to Simply Healthcare Plans for stopping by our office to present a generous donation in support of our mission!

Their contribution helps us continue breaking barriers and building a more inclusive Central Florida where people with disabilities can live independently and confidently.

Partnerships like these make all the difference, turning compassion into action and community into change.

Thank you, Simply Healthcare, for investing in accessibility, inclusion, and the future of independent living!

Learn more about how you can support us: www.cilorlando.org/donate

Meet the incredible team behind Aspire to Hire!Our transition employment specialists are passionate about empowering peo...
11/10/2025

Meet the incredible team behind Aspire to Hire!

Our transition employment specialists are passionate about empowering people with disabilities to achieve their career goals through training, guidance, and personalized support.

Together, they’re opening doors to new opportunities and inclusive workplaces.

Learn more about Aspire to Hire and how it’s transforming lives across Central Florida at https://cilorlando.org/programs/aspire-to-hire/



Did You Know?Nationally, only about 37% of working-age adults with disabilities are employed, compared to over 75% of ad...
11/05/2025

Did You Know?

Nationally, only about 37% of working-age adults with disabilities are employed, compared to over 75% of adults without disabilities.

At CIL Orlando, we’re working to close that gap through our Aspire to Hire program, which helps participants gain the skills, training, and confidence needed to succeed in meaningful employment.

Through resume workshops, interview coaching, professional mentoring, and employer partnerships, Aspire to Hire is building bridges to independence, one career at a time.

Because employment isn’t just a job...it’s a pathway to dignity, stability, and inclusion.

Learn more at www.cilorlando.org/aspire-to-hire

Meet the incredible team behind Aspire to Hire Our transition employment specialists are passionate about empowering peo...
11/03/2025

Meet the incredible team behind Aspire to Hire

Our transition employment specialists are passionate about empowering people with disabilities to achieve their career goals through training, guidance, and personalized support.

Together, they’re opening doors to new opportunities and inclusive workplaces.

Learn more about Aspire to Hire and how it’s transforming lives across Central Florida at https://cilorlando.org/programs/aspire-to-hire/

Halloween should be fun and safe for everyone!Here are a few tips to make this spooky season accessible and inclusive: K...
10/31/2025

Halloween should be fun and safe for everyone!

Here are a few tips to make this spooky season accessible and inclusive:

Keep walkways clear and well-lit for trick-or-treaters using mobility devices.

Offer non-food treats for kids with allergies or dietary needs.

Learn a few basic ASL phrases, it can make Deaf trick-or-treaters feel seen and included.

Add visual or tactile decorations that are fun but not overwhelming for kids with sensory sensitivities.

At CIL Orlando, we believe every celebration should be barrier-free. Together, we can make Halloween safe, welcoming, and fun for all children.

Learn more in our blog: https://cilorlando.org/blog

A heartfelt thank-you to Altrusa Orlando-Winter Park for their generous donation in support of CIL Orlando!Your contribu...
10/30/2025

A heartfelt thank-you to Altrusa Orlando-Winter Park for their generous donation in support of CIL Orlando!

Your contribution helps us continue empowering individuals with disabilities through vital programs and services that promote independence, accessibility, and inclusion across Central Florida.

Community partners like Altrusa remind us that lasting change starts with compassion and collaboration. Together, we’re breaking down barriers and building a more inclusive future for all.

Learn more about how your organization can make a difference: www.cilorlando.org/partner-with-us

Did You Know?Assistive Technology isn’t just about ramps and mobility devices, it also includes ASL technology that brea...
10/27/2025

Did You Know?

Assistive Technology isn’t just about ramps and mobility devices, it also includes ASL technology that breaks down communication barriers.

From video relay services (VRS) that connect Deaf individuals with interpreters, to apps that provide real-time captioning and ASL learning tools, technology is creating new opportunities for connection, independence, and inclusion.

At CIL, our DeafVoice Program helps ensure Deaf and hard-of-hearing community members have access to the right tools and resources to thrive.

Want to make a direct impact?

By purchasing an item from our Amazon Wishlist, you’re helping us provide inclusive technology and resources that empower people with disabilities to live independently and confidently.

Shop our wishlist today and be part of building a barrier-free future: https://a.co/aT92OGz

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720 N Denning Drive
Winter Park, FL
32789

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm

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https://a.co/izD823f

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CIL is a cross-disability service agency with a mission to create opportunities for disability inclusion. It serves individuals with any type of disability of any age residing in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Polk, Hardee, Highlands, and DeSoto counties. CIL has two office locations dedicated to serving the Central Florida region, each of which have specific programs and services available to their surrounding community.