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2010 Statewide Independent Living Symposium, Youth Symposium, & Americans with Disabilities Act 20th Anniversary Celebrations
On July 26th through July 28th Summit, the Statewide Independent Living Council, and Montana's Centers for 
Independent Living will be holding the 2010 Statewide Independent Living Symposium and Youth Symposium at the Hilton Garden Inn in Missoula.
In commemoration of the 20th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act, there will also be two celebrations where we will reflect on where we've been, celebrate how far we've come, and reaffirm our commitment to move forward in our work towards ensuring that all Americans, including people with disabilities, have full access to their rights of "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness" through full participation and equal opportunities in all areas of life.
For more information about these exciting events, including information about participating, please visit the 2010 Statewide Independent Living Symposium page, or, if you are interested in becoming a sponsor or setting up a vendor booth, please visit our sponsorship/vendor information page.
03.03.10 Spread the Word to End the Word
Spread the Word to End the Word is an ongoing effort by Special Olympics, Best Buddies International and our supporters to raise the consciousness of society about the dehumanizing and hurtful effects of the word "retard(ed)" and encourage people to pledge to stop using the R-word.
The campaign, created by youth, is intended to engage schools organizations and communities to rally and pledge their support.
For more information, please visit www.r-word.org.
New from the Montana Disability and Health Program
The 2009-2010 Montana Mammography Directory is now available. The directory provides information for women with and without disabilities on mammography service providers by city. Each entry includes contact information, hours of operation, fees, standard and additional services available, and disability access information.
About Summit Independent Living Center
Summit Independent Living Center, Inc. is a non-profit, non-residential program serving people with mobility, neurological, hearing, visual, and other disabilities.
Services are available to residents of Missoula, Ravalli, Mineral, Lake, Sanders, Flathead, and Lincoln Counties.
We believe that people with disabilities have the right to control their own lives and enjoy the same opportunities as all other citizens. This includes the right to:
- Make their own decisions and direct their own affairs,
- Have a family life,
- Have choice in services, transportation, housing, education and employment,
- Participate fully in the social, economic and political life in their communities, and
- Contribute their unique talents and abilities as respected members of their communities
Want to know what Summit is up to or are you interested in staying up to date with what events and/or meetings are coming up?
If so, be sure to check out our online calendar where you will not only find information about upcoming Summit meetings and events but also information about various other community events and meetings as well.