Ability1st, Center for Independent Living of North FL
Address
1823 Buford Court
Tallahassee, FL 32308
(850) 575-9621
AKA:
CILNF
Description:
*Core services for persons with disabilities including independent living skills training, information and referral to other relevant organizations, and peer support including a weekly mental health support group
*Durable medical equipment loans such as wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, shower chairs and disposable medical supplies (incontinence products) for low income persons with disabilities; special funding available for the purchase of equipment for those living with paralysis, there may be a wait list depending on the type of equipment needed
*Home Modification Program provides home improvements necessary to eliminate health, safety and architectural barriers including wheelchair ramp construction, halfsteps, handrails, widening doorways and replacing a bathtub with a walk-in shower
*FTRI Amplified Phones (free) for persons with hearing or speech loss; beginning and intermediate American Sign Language classes open to any adult in the community
*Youth Transition: High School High Tech (HSHT) gives youth ages 14-22 with all types of disabilities the opportunity to explore jobs or post-secondary education leading to technology-related careers; open to youth from Leon, Gadsden or Wakulla counties, activities include career counseling and workshops, industry and campus tours, summer internships, and community service projects
*Assistance in applying for social security benefits for persons with dual diagnosis (mental health and/or substance abuse disabilities)
Intake Process:
Call or apply online
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
August 28, 2023
Address Listings
Mailing
1823 Buford Court
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Physical (Primary)
1823 Buford Court
Tallahassee, FL 32308
Contacts
General Email Contact
Primary Contact
Phone Numbers
1. Main Number
(850) 575-9621
Services
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Description
*Assistance in applying for social security benefits for persons with dual diagnosis (mental health and/or substance abuse disabilities) and assistance implementing ADA compliance requests with school or employees
Hours
8:30AM-5PM, M-Th; 8:30AM-3PM, F
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Any disabled individual and immediate family or caretaker of disabled
Fees
None for most services
Intake Procedure
Call for appointment or fill our application on website
Languages
English, American Sign Language (ASL)
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Gadsden County
- Jefferson County
- Leon County
- Madison County
- Taylor County
- Wakulla County
- Gadsden County
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Description
*Durable medical equipment loans such as prosthetic devices, wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, shower chairs and disposable medical supplies (incontinence products) for low-income persons with disabilities; special funding available for the purchase of equipment for those living with paralysis, there may be a wait list depending on the type of equipment needed *Home Modification Program provides home improvements necessary to eliminate health, safety and architectural barriers including wheelchair ramp construction, half steps, handrails, widening doorways and replacing a bathtub with a walk-in shower
Hours
8:30AM-5PM, M-Th; 8:30AM-3PM, F
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Any disabled individual and immediate family or caretaker of disabled
Fees
None for most services
Intake Procedure
Call for appointment or fill our application on website
Languages
English, American Sign Language (ASL)
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Gadsden County
- Jefferson County
- Leon County
- Madison County
- Taylor County
- Wakulla County
- Gadsden 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.
Description
*Core services for persons with disabilities including independent living skills training, information and referral to other relevant organizations, and peer support including a weekly mental health support group
Hours
8:30AM-5PM, M-Th; 8:30AM-3PM, F
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Any disabled individual and immediate family or caretaker of disabled
Fees
None for most services
Intake Procedure
Call for appointment
Languages
English, American Sign Language (ASL)
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Gadsden County
- Jefferson County
- Leon County
- Madison County
- Taylor County
- Wakulla County
- Gadsden 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.
Description
*Home Modification Program provides home improvements necessary to eliminate health, safety and architectural barriers including wheelchair ramp construction, half steps, handrails, widening doorways and replacing a bathtub with a walk-in shower
Hours
8:30AM-5PM, M-Th; 8:30AM-3PM, F
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Any disabled individual and immediate family or caretaker of disabled
Fees
None for most services
Intake Procedure
Call for appointment or fill out application online
Languages
English, American Sign Language (ASL)
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Gadsden County
- Jefferson County
- Leon County
- Madison County
- Taylor County
- Wakulla County
- Gadsden 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.
Description
*Core services for persons with disabilities including independent living skills training, information and referral to other relevant organizations, and peer support including a weekly mental health support group *Youth Transition: High School High Tech (HSHT) gives youth ages 14-22 with all types of disabilities the opportunity to explore jobs or post-secondary education leading to technology-related careers; open to youth from Leon, Gadsden or Wakulla counties, activities include career counseling and workshops, industry and campus tours, summer internships, and community service projects
Hours
8:30AM-5PM, M-Th; 8:30AM-3PM, F
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Any disabled individual and immediate family or caretaker of disabled
Fees
None for most services
Intake Procedure
Call for appointment or fill our application on website
Languages
English, American Sign Language (ASL)
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Gadsden County
- Jefferson County
- Leon County
- Madison County
- Taylor County
- Wakulla County
- Gadsden 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.
Description
*Durable medical equipment loans such as prosthetic devices, wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, shower chairs and disposable medical supplies (incontinence products) for low-income persons with disabilities; special funding available for the purchase of equipment for those living with paralysis, there may be a wait
Hours
8:30AM-5PM, M-Th; 8:30AM-3PM, F
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Any disabled individual and immediate family or caretaker of disabled
Fees
None for most services
Intake Procedure
Call for appointment or fill our application on website
Languages
English, American Sign Language (ASL)
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Gadsden County
- Jefferson County
- Leon County
- Madison County
- Taylor County
- Wakulla County
- Gadsden 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.
Description
*Durable medical equipment loans such as prosthetic devices, wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, shower chairs and disposable medical supplies (incontinence products) for low-income persons with disabilities; special funding available for the purchase of equipment for those living with paralysis, there may be a wait list depending on the type of equipment needed *Home Modification Program provides home improvements necessary to eliminate health, safety and architectural barriers including wheelchair ramp construction, half steps, handrails, widening doorways and replacing a bathtub with a walk-in shower
Hours
8:30AM-5PM, M-Th; 8:30AM-3PM, F
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Any disabled individual and immediate family or caretaker of disabled
Fees
None for most services
Intake Procedure
Call for appointment or fill our application on website
Languages
English, American Sign Language (ASL)
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Gadsden County
- Jefferson County
- Leon County
- Madison County
- Taylor County
- Wakulla County
- Gadsden 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.
Description
*Durable medical equipment loans such as prosthetic devices, wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, shower chairs and disposable medical supplies (incontinence products) for low-income persons with disabilities; special funding available for the purchase of equipment for those living with paralysis, there may be a wait list depending on the type of equipment needed *Home Modification Program provides home improvements necessary to eliminate health, safety and architectural barriers including wheelchair ramp construction, half steps, handrails, widening doorways and replacing a bathtub with a walk-in shower
Hours
8:30AM-5PM, M-Th; 8:30AM-3PM, F
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Any disabled individual and immediate family or caretaker of disabled
Fees
None for most services
Intake Procedure
Call for appointment or fill our application on website
Languages
English, American Sign Language (ASL)
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Gadsden County
- Jefferson County
- Leon County
- Madison County
- Taylor County
- Wakulla County
- Gadsden 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.
Description
*Youth Transition: High School High Tech (HSHT) gives youth ages 14-22 with all types of disabilities the opportunity to explore jobs or post-secondary education leading to technology-related careers; open to youth from Leon, Gadsden or Wakulla counties, activities include career counseling and workshops, industry and campus tours, summer internships, and community service projects *Assistance in applying for social security benefits for persons with dual diagnosis (mental health and/or substance abuse disabilities) and assistance implementing ADA compliance requests with school or employees
Hours
8:30AM-5PM, M-Th; 8:30AM-3PM, F
Required Documents
None
Eligibility
Any disabled individual and immediate family or caretaker of disabled
Fees
None for most services
Intake Procedure
Call for appointment or fill our application on website
Languages
English, American Sign Language (ASL)
Offered Outside of Physical Location
Yes
Service Area
Gadsden, Jefferson, Leon, Madison, Taylor, Wakulla Counties
Geography Served
- Florida
- Gadsden County
- Jefferson County
- Leon County
- Madison County
- Taylor County
- Wakulla County
- Gadsden 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.
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