Arc of Southwest Colorado Inc

San Juan Center for Independence is a community based nonprofit agency that was established by people with disabilities for people with disabilities. There are over 400 Independent Living Centers in the country. SJCI is one of five IL centers in New Mexico. New Mexico also has four satellite centers SJCI operates a satellite center in Gallup New Mexico. All Independent living centers are non residential, consumer controlled and directed as well as cross disability focused. SJCI provides a wide array of services to assist and empower individuals with disabilities to live independently in their communities with necessary supports. SJCI is truly a community where individuals with disabilities can come and pursue their desire for independenceSan Juan Center for Independence is a non-profit organization providing services for people with disabilities. Our services include personal card agency, intendment living specialists, peer mentorship and advocacy, traumatic brain injury life skill coaching, assistive technology loan program, procurement for assistive technology, disability support groups.Independent Living has a rich history that originated in Berkeley, California in the late 1960?s with a handful of disabled students who believed in their abilities to live active, productive, visible and satisfying lives. This small group has swelled to an international civil rights movement that is responsible for many victories, including the Americans with Disabilities Act. Together, this movement has paved the way for more meaningful lifestyles for all people with disabilities-as well as humankind in general. Independent living is a philosophy which states that individuals with disabilities, like all people, inherently know what they most need in order to succeed. This philosophy embraces some very basic tenents: Inclusion: To erase the "specialness" from the lives of people with disabilities and encourage an open door policy in communities' housing, job force, schools, transportation and all other facets of community life. Consumer Control gives individuals with disabilities freedom to choose how they prefer to live their lives-as well as latitude to be responsible for their actions. Strength focuses on affirmation, acceptance and potential rather than deficits or failure. It is a declaration of disability - not inability. Self Empowerment is recognition of self worth and control. It expands with self authority, determination and personal success, and helps make life an exciting adventure.

Roundtree Children's Developmental Services is a comprehensive healthcare organization in Farmington, NM, offering a wide range of services for children and families. With multiple locations throughout the region, they provide medical care, behavioral health services, early childhood education, and dentistry, among other programs, to support the well-being and development of children. Their integrated approach and commitment to patient care make them a trusted provider in the community. As a leader in pediatric healthcare, Roundtree Children's Developmental Services is dedicated to improving the lives of children and their families. With a mission to provide high-quality, accessible care, they offer a variety of services, including home visiting programs, school-based health centers, and senior services. Their team of professionals, supported by the organization's foundation, works collaboratively to ensure the best possible outcomes for every child they serve.Generated from the website

Arc Southwest is one of the 15 chapters of The Arc in Colorado, providing individual advocacy services for children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the Cortez area. They are part of a larger movement fighting for positive policy changes at the Colorado Legislature and offer various ways for individuals to get involved, such as becoming a member, donating, volunteering, and following their work at the Capitol through their Legislative Bill Tracker. The Arc of Colorado, of which Arc Southwest is a part, aims to ensure that people with intellectual and developmental disabilities achieve their full potential by providing system advocacy, public awareness, community education, and support for self-advocacy organizations across the state. Each local Arc chapter, including Arc Southwest, offers unique services tailored to the needs of their community.Generated from the website