Access 2 Independence is a Center for Independent Living, which is a non-profit, non-residential community-based organization run by and for people with disabilities.
We strive to advance the integration and self-determination of people with disabilities through community services, education and opportunity development in the Eastern Iowa Corridor and the surrounding regions.
We serve Benton, Cedar, Henry, Iowa, Johnson, Jones, Linn, and Washington counties.
Our core services are:
Individual and Systems Advocacy: We train and assist individuals with disabilities to understand and exercise their civil rights regarding government and other service providers.
Independent Living Skills: We teach individuals with disabilities the skills necessary for acquiring, maintaining, and increasing their independence
Information and Referral: Provide information about community resources that can help people accomplish their personal goals
Peer Support: Our staff are individuals with disabilities who can relate their experiences to others coping with the effects of disability.
