Coalition for Independent Living Options (West Palm Beach)
Address
4400 North Congress Avenue, Suite 201
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
(561) 966-4288 x105
Description:
Community-based, civil rights organization for individuals with disabilities which is dedicated to promoting independence and expanding opportunities in the community. The agency provides a focal point to which all persons, agencies, and support groups can turn for such services as adaptive equipment, outreach, ADA consulting, advocacy, information and referral, peer counseling, support groups and independent living skills training, crime victim assistance, meal delivery and homeless assistance. Advocacy provided in areas including education, employment, fair housing, transportation, recreation, and benefit entitlement.
Provides services to victims of human trafficking.
Offers after school and summer program for adolescents 14-26 years of age with disabilities at Royal Palm Beach High School.
Hours:
Monday-Friday / 8:30 am-5 pm by appointment
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
January 30, 2024
Geographies Served
Serves All Areas
Address Listings
Mailing
4400 N Congress Ave Ste 201
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Physical (Primary)
4400 North Congress Avenue, Suite 201
West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Contacts
Dan Shorter
Amber Lott
Cristobal Perez
Phone Numbers
MAIN SITE PHONE Front Desk
(561) 966-4288 x105
Fax
(561) 966-0441
Financial Assistance Phone
(561) 966-4288
Accessibility:
Wheelchair and visually impaired accessible.
Services
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Description
Providing disability support services such as benefit application assistance, independent living skills training, peer support, and advocacy services. Advocates teach self-advocacy skills and how to navigate systems and acquire the accommodations people with disabilities need. Advocates attend I.E.P or 504 plan meetings for students with disabilities. Assist individuals to file fair housing complaints and discrimination complaints under Americans With Disabilities Act. Also address crime victims who have a disability or who have developed a disability due to crime victimization.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm
Eligibility
People of all ages with any/all disabilities.
Fees
No Fees except for successful Social Security Disability Applications which are awarded retroactive benefits.
Intake Procedure
Contact by phone.
Languages
English, Spanish, American Sign Language.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Atlantis
- Boca Raton
- Boynton Beach
- Briny Breezes
- Cloud Lake
- Delray Beach
- Glen Ridge
- Green Acres
- Haverhill
- Highland Beach
- Hypoluxo
- Jupiter
- Jupiter Inlet
- Jupiter Inlet Colony
- Lake Clarke Shores
- Lake Park
- Lake Worth
- Lantana
- Loxahatchee
- Loxahatchee Groves
- Manalapan
- Mangonia Park
- North Palm Beach
- Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Palm Beach Shores
- Palm Springs
- Riviera Beach
- Royal Palm Beach
- Singer Island
- Tequesta
- Village Of Wellington
- Wellington
- West Delray Beach
- West Palm Beach
- Saint Lucie County
- Indian River County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Advocacy and referral services for people with disabilities or who have become disabled due to victimization.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8:30 am-5 pm
Eligibility
Contact agency.
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Contact by phone.
Languages
English, Spanish.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Palm Beach County
- Atlantis
- Boca Raton
- Boynton Beach
- Briny Breezes
- Cloud Lake
- Delray Beach
- Glen Ridge
- Green Acres
- Haverhill
- Highland Beach
- Hypoluxo
- Jupiter
- Jupiter Inlet
- Jupiter Inlet Colony
- Lake Clarke Shores
- Lake Park
- Lake Worth
- Lantana
- Loxahatchee
- Loxahatchee Groves
- Manalapan
- Mangonia Park
- North Palm Beach
- Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Palm Beach Shores
- Palm Springs
- Riviera Beach
- Royal Palm Beach
- Singer Island
- Tequesta
- Village Of Wellington
- Wellington
- West Delray Beach
- West Palm Beach
- Palm Beach County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides a virtual support group for mindfulness practices and exercises to address anxiety and depression for victims of crime who have a disability, including trauma-related and undiagnosed.
Hours
Monday / 10:30-11 am
Eligibility
Crime victim with disability. Disability can include trauma and undiagnosed victims.
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Contact agency for intake.
Languages
English
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
None
Telephone Numbers
Description
Community-based, civil rights organization for individuals with disabilities which is dedicated to promoting independence and expanding opportunities in the community. The agency provides a focal point to which all persons, agencies, and support groups can turn for such services as adaptive equipment, outreach, ADA consulting, advocacy, information and referral, peer counseling, support groups and independent living skills training, crime victim assistance, meal delivery and homeless assistance. Advocacy provided in areas including education, employment, fair housing, transportation, recreation, adaptive equipment and benefit entitlement.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8:30 am-5 pm
Required Documents
ID.
Eligibility
People of all ages with any/all disabilities.
Fees
No fees charged, except for businesses. Attorney's fees for successful Social Security Disability applications.
Intake Procedure
Contact agency.
Languages
English, Spanish, American Sign Language.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Atlantis
- Boca Raton
- Boynton Beach
- Briny Breezes
- Cloud Lake
- Delray Beach
- Glen Ridge
- Green Acres
- Haverhill
- Highland Beach
- Hypoluxo
- Jupiter
- Jupiter Inlet
- Jupiter Inlet Colony
- Lake Clarke Shores
- Lake Park
- Lake Worth
- Lantana
- Loxahatchee
- Loxahatchee Groves
- Manalapan
- Mangonia Park
- North Palm Beach
- Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Palm Beach Shores
- Palm Springs
- Riviera Beach
- Royal Palm Beach
- Singer Island
- Tequesta
- Village Of Wellington
- Wellington
- West Delray Beach
- West Palm Beach
- Saint Lucie County
- Indian River County
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Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
Virtual Domestic Abuse Survivor Support Group - Runs from 10/1/20-11/5/20
Description
Provides a virtual six week support group for women from all backgrounds and sexual orientations. Offers support and education on intimate partner violence, as well as a safe place to heal.
Hours
Thursday / 6 pm
Eligibility
Crime victim with disability. Disability can include trauma and undiagnosed victims.
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Contact agency for intake.
Languages
English
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
None
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
Senior-FIND (Financial Assistance, Independence, Need and Disability) for Seniors 60+
Description
Provides one-time emergency financial assistance for utility payments or deposits.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm
Required Documents
Proof of age, past due utility bill, proof of residency, proof of household income, proof of disability, proof of hardship, proof of sustainability.
Eligibility
Senior FIND: Household with at least one member 60 years old and over with a disability, resident of Palm Beach county, facing disconnection of utilities.
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Email financialassistance@cilo.org complete the pre-screening. NO walk-ins and NO PHONE CALLS.
Languages
English, Spanish
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Saint Lucie County
- Indian River County
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Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
Advocate Choices communities Education for Self-Sufficiency
Description
Support groups for men and women with disabilities. Support group includes the discussion of advocacy, education, employment and recreational activities. Assistance for people with all types of disabilities in learning independent living skills and in accessing education, employment, transportation, housing, benefits and community resources.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8:30 am-5 pm
Required Documents
None.
Eligibility
People of all ages with any/all disabilities.
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Contact agency.
Languages
English, Spanish, American Sign Language.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Atlantis
- Boca Raton
- Boynton Beach
- Briny Breezes
- Cloud Lake
- Delray Beach
- Glen Ridge
- Green Acres
- Haverhill
- Highland Beach
- Hypoluxo
- Jupiter
- Jupiter Inlet
- Jupiter Inlet Colony
- Lake Clarke Shores
- Lake Park
- Lake Worth
- Lantana
- Loxahatchee
- Loxahatchee Groves
- Manalapan
- Mangonia Park
- North Palm Beach
- Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Palm Beach Shores
- Palm Springs
- Riviera Beach
- Royal Palm Beach
- Singer Island
- Tequesta
- Village Of Wellington
- Wellington
- West Delray Beach
- West Palm Beach
- Saint Lucie County
- Indian River County
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Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
Food Pantry
Description
Food available for pickup to include canned goods, frozen meat, vegetables (when available), and other pantry staples.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8:30 am-4:30 pm
Required Documents
Intake, Photo ID, Proof of Disability, Proof of Palm Beach County Residency,
Eligibility
DIsability and enrolled as a consumer
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Contact by phone or email foodpantry@cilo.org
Languages
English and Spanish.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Palm Beach County
- Palm Beach County
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides services to victims of human trafficking.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8:30 am-5 pm
Eligibility
People of all ages with any/all disabilities.
Fees
No fees charged, except for businesses. Attorney's fees for successful Social Security Disability applications which are awarded retroactive benefits.
Intake Procedure
Contact agency.
Languages
English, Spanish, American Sign Language.
Service Area
Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, and Okeechobee Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Saint Lucie County
- Martin County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
Advocates/Attorneys teach self-advocacy skills and how to navigate systems and acquire the accommodations people with disabilities need. Advocates attend I.E.P or 504 plan meetings for students with disabilities. Assist individuals to file fair housing complaints and discrimination complaints under Americans With Disabilities Act. Also address crime victims who have a disability or who have developed a disability due to crime victimization.
Availability
English, Spanish, American Sign Language.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm
Eligibility
People of all ages with any/all disabilities. Crime victim services in Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Okeechobee and Indian River Counties
Fees
No Fees except for successful Social Security Disability Applications which are awarded retroactive benefits.
Intake Procedure
Contact by phone.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Atlantis
- Boca Raton
- Boynton Beach
- Briny Breezes
- Cloud Lake
- Delray Beach
- Glen Ridge
- Green Acres
- Haverhill
- Highland Beach
- Hypoluxo
- Jupiter
- Jupiter Inlet
- Jupiter Inlet Colony
- Lake Clarke Shores
- Lake Park
- Lake Worth
- Lantana
- Loxahatchee
- Loxahatchee Groves
- Manalapan
- Mangonia Park
- North Palm Beach
- Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Palm Beach Shores
- Palm Springs
- Riviera Beach
- Royal Palm Beach
- Singer Island
- Tequesta
- Village Of Wellington
- Wellington
- West Delray Beach
- West Palm Beach
- Saint Lucie County
- Indian River County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
Senior FIND Financial Assistance, Independence and disability for Seniors 60+
Description
Provides movers to physically move participants into a new home.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm
Required Documents
Eviction notice or lease for move in-monies. Quote from moving services
Eligibility
Senior FIND: Household with at least one member 60 years old and over with a disability, resident of Palm Beach County, facing eviction or moving to a new place.
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Email financialassistance@cilo.org complete the pre-screening. NO walk-ins and NO PHONE CALLS.
Languages
English, Spanish,ASL
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Palm Beach County
- Palm Beach County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
Senior-FIND (Financial Assistance, Independence, Need and Disability) for Seniors 60+
Description
Provides rent payment assistance for seniors.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm
Required Documents
Eviction notice or lease for move in-monies.
Eligibility
Senior FIND: Household with at least one member 60 years old and over with a disability, resident of Palm Beach County, facing eviction.
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Email financialassistance@cilo.org complete the pre-screening. NO walk-ins and NO PHONE CALLS.
Languages
English, Spanish,ASL
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Saint Lucie County
- Indian River County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
FIND- Financial Assistance, Independence Need and Disability
Description
Provides one-time emergency financial assistance for rent and or utility payments and/or deposits, and/or moving expenses.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm
Required Documents
Eviction notice or lease for move in-monies or past due utility bill.
Eligibility
Household with at least one member with a disability, resident of Palm Beach county, facing eviction or disconnection of utilities.
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Email financialassistance@cilo.org for eligiblity screening.
Languages
English, Spanish, ASL
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
None
Telephone Numbers
Description
After school and summer program for adolescents ages 14-26 who have some type of disability. The program includes career preparation, mentorship, decision making skills, independent living skills training, pregnancy prevention, HIV prevention, conflict resolution skills and recreation activities.
Availability
English, Spanish, American Sign Language.
Hours
After school / 3-6pm; Summer Break / 8 am-5 pm
Required Documents
ID.
Eligibility
Age 14-26 with any/all disabilities.
Fees
Weekly fees for after school; fees for summer field trips.
Intake Procedure
Contact agency.
Languages
English.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Atlantis
- Boca Raton
- Boynton Beach
- Briny Breezes
- Cloud Lake
- Delray Beach
- Glen Ridge
- Green Acres
- Haverhill
- Highland Beach
- Hypoluxo
- Jupiter
- Jupiter Inlet
- Jupiter Inlet Colony
- Lake Clarke Shores
- Lake Park
- Lake Worth
- Lantana
- Loxahatchee
- Loxahatchee Groves
- Manalapan
- Mangonia Park
- North Palm Beach
- Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Palm Beach Shores
- Palm Springs
- Riviera Beach
- Royal Palm Beach
- Singer Island
- Tequesta
- Village Of Wellington
- Wellington
- West Delray Beach
- West Palm Beach
- Saint Lucie County
- Indian River County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
Senior FIND Financial Assistance, Independence and disability 60+
Description
Provides one-time emergency financial assistance for utility payments or deposits.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8 am-5 pm
Required Documents
Proof of income and age, past due on utility bill.
Eligibility
Household with at least one member 60 years old and over with a disability, resident of Palm Beach county, facing disconnection of utilities.
Fees
No fees charged.
Intake Procedure
Email financialassistance@cilo.org complete the pre-screening. NO walk-ins and NO PHONE CALLS.
Languages
English, Spanish,ASL
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Saint Lucie County
- Indian River County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Description
Community-based, civil rights organization for individuals with disabilities which is dedicated to promoting independence and expanding opportunities in the community. The agency provides a focal point to which all persons, agencies, and support groups can turn for such services as adaptive equipment, outreach, ADA consulting, advocacy, information and referral, peer counseling, support groups and independent living skills training, crime victim assistance, meal delivery and homeless assistance. Advocacy provided in areas including education, employment, fair housing, transportation, recreation, adaptive equipment and benefit entitlement. Provides services to victims of human trafficking. Offers after school and summer program for adolescents 14-26 years of age with disabilities at Royal Pam Beach High School.
Hours
Monday-Friday / 8:30 am-5 pm
Required Documents
ID.
Eligibility
People of all ages with any/all disabilities.
Fees
No fees charged, except for businesses. Attorney's fees for successful Social Security Disability applications.
Intake Procedure
Contact agency.
Languages
English, Spanish, American Sign Language.
Service Area
Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, and Okeechobee Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Atlantis
- Boca Raton
- Boynton Beach
- Briny Breezes
- Cloud Lake
- Delray Beach
- Glen Ridge
- Green Acres
- Haverhill
- Highland Beach
- Hypoluxo
- Jupiter
- Jupiter Inlet
- Jupiter Inlet Colony
- Lake Clarke Shores
- Lake Park
- Lake Worth
- Lantana
- Loxahatchee
- Loxahatchee Groves
- Manalapan
- Mangonia Park
- North Palm Beach
- Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Palm Beach Shores
- Palm Springs
- Riviera Beach
- Royal Palm Beach
- Singer Island
- Tequesta
- Village Of Wellington
- Wellington
- West Delray Beach
- West Palm Beach
- Saint Lucie County
- Indian River County
If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.
Telephone Numbers
Special Notes/Funding
Accessible Life Saving Education for at Risk Teens
Description
After school and summer program for adolescents ages 14-26 who have disability. The program includes career preparation, mentorship, decision making skills, independent living skills training, pregnancy prevention, HIV prevention, conflict resolution skills and recreation activities. Program located at Royal Palm Beach High School.
Hours
After school / 3-6 pm; Summer Break / 8 am-5 pm
Required Documents
None.
Eligibility
Age 14-26 with any/all disabilities.
Fees
Varies.
Intake Procedure
Contact agency
Languages
English, Spanish, American Sign Language.
Service Area
Palm Beach County
Geography Served
- Florida
- Indian River County
- Martin County
- Okeechobee County
- Palm Beach County
- Atlantis
- Boca Raton
- Boynton Beach
- Briny Breezes
- Cloud Lake
- Delray Beach
- Glen Ridge
- Green Acres
- Haverhill
- Highland Beach
- Hypoluxo
- Jupiter
- Jupiter Inlet
- Jupiter Inlet Colony
- Lake Clarke Shores
- Lake Park
- Lake Worth
- Lantana
- Loxahatchee
- Loxahatchee Groves
- Manalapan
- Mangonia Park
- North Palm Beach
- Palm Beach
- Palm Beach Gardens
- Palm Beach Shores
- Palm Springs
- Riviera Beach
- Royal Palm Beach
- Singer Island
- Tequesta
- Village Of Wellington
- Wellington
- West Delray Beach
- West Palm Beach
- Saint Lucie County
- Indian River County
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Telephone Numbers
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