Mary Millin, LaRoy Williamson and Richard Frisbie from Summit Independent Living Center helped with a walking audit of Hamilton streets in June. Good and bad paths were assessed by a diverse team of community members. “It is really great to have a couple of individuals in wheelchairs along,” said Melinda Barnes, executive director of Bike [...]
Flathead County Social Security Orientation - First Friday of each month, 9:00 and Third Friday, 1:00 Women’s Discussion Group - Second and Fourth Friday of each month, 1:00 - 3:00 Sign Language Class - New classes start every few months Social Activities - We get together four times a year for social activities. Call the [...]
Flathead County Social Security Orientation - First Friday of each month, 9:00 and Third Friday, 1:00 YODA Youth Group - Second Monday each month, 4:00 - 6:00 Parent Support Group - Third Monday of each month, 6:00 Men’s Discussion Group - Third Monday each month, 6:30 The Summit Medical Fitness Center, Conference Room #2 205 [...]
Flathead County Social Security Orientation - First Friday of each month, 9:00 YODA Youth Group - Second Monday each month, 4:00 - 6:00 Parent Support Group - Third Monday of each month, 6:00 Men’s Discussion Group - Third Monday each month, 6:30 The Summit Medical Fitness Center, Conference Room #2 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell Women’s [...]
Joel’s background is in accounting and finance, in which he has a bachelor’s degree. Before joining the Independent Living Movement, Joel worked in public accounting before moving to work in the financial department of several manufacturing businesses. He joined Summit in 2010 when he was hired on as a peer. He most recently served as [...]
Housing Task Force We promote basic home access, advocate for policy changes that will require basic home access, and advocate for additional affordable housing resources for people with disabilities. Webinar: July 30, 1:00 - 3:00 Chair: Darren Larson (406) 728-1630 dlarson@summitilc.org Self-Determination Task Force We advocate for meaningful involvement by people with disabilities in decisions [...]
Flathead County Social Security Orientation - First Friday of each month, 9:00 YODA Youth Group - Second Monday each month, 4:00 - 6:00 Parent Support Group - Third Monday of each month, 6:00 Men’s Discussion Group - Third Monday each month, 6:30 The Summit Medical Fitness Center, Conference Room #2 205 Sunnyview Lane, Kalispell Women’s [...]
Over the past 16 years as Summit’s Ravalli County coordinator, Joanne Verwolf has done so much to expand services for people with disabilities in the Bitterroot Valley. She has helped hundreds of people improve their lives through assisting them with their Social Security or SSI benefits, accessing community services, and sharing information for adaptive equipment [...]
It’s summer, which means warm air and plants in bloom! For many people with disabilities it’s also the best season, as weather typically makes participation in our communities and natural areas easier. Western Montana is the place for outdoor fun! Missoula’s walkable and rollable community is a great central location for activities and adventure. The [...]
March 29, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.: Women on the Move social activity, Human Resource Council Building, Conference Room, 316 North 3rd St, Hamilton April 6, 1 p.m. : The Man Cave social activity, Sapphire Homes, 501 North 10th Street, Hamilton April 8, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. : Summit Orientation and Social Security Training, [...]