Eligibility for Services

Persons with any type of physical or mental impairment that significantly impacts their ability to live independently in the home and community or to maintain employment are eligible for Summit services. Information and referral services are available to anyone, regardless of disability status, including friends and family, the business community, and the general public.

Service Area

Independent living services are available to residents of Missoula, Ravalli, Mineral, Lake, Sanders, Flathead and Lincoln Counties in western Montana. Information and referral services can be accessed by anyone, regardless of place of residence. We are headquartered in Missoula with satellite offices in Hamilton, Ronan and Kalispell.

Our Mission

Summit's mission is to promote self direction by people with disabilities and to advance their civil right of equal access to society. In pursuit of this mission, we offer a range of services designed to help people with disabilities improve their self-confidence, knowledge, skills and access to community resources. We also work at the community level to reduce attitudinal, architectural and communication barriers, to combat discrimination, and promote development of needed resources. Our ultimate goal is increased independence, economic opportunity, and enhanced quality of life for all persons with disabilities.

Our Philosophy

Simply stated, 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
• contribute their unique talents and abilities as respected members of their communities

Our Services And Activities

Home Page

1. Board of Directors
2. Contact Information

Community Advocacy

1. Highlights of Recent Community Activities
2. Good Access is Good Business Highlight
3. Action Alert
4. Public Education
5. Summit Community Advocacy Priorities

Consumer Services

1. Information and Referral Services
2. Training
3. Advocacy
4. Peer Support
5. Benefits Assistance
6. Self-Directed Personal Assistance Services
7. Senior Companion Program

Calendar of Events

Summit Newsletter
County Updates

Newsletter Archives

1. January, Aprill 2005
2. January, July, October 2004
3. January, April, July, October 2003
4. January, April, July, October 2002
5. Winter 2001
6. Spring 2001
7. Fall 2000

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Summit's History

This page was last updated on 10/18/05