By jmeddy on 8/30/2010 4:00 PM

Center for Independent Futures' 2010 Life Tools Camp was a great success.  CIF staff members hosted seven camp participants, and led them through the foundational instruction of what it takes to live a full and more independent life. 

This year's day camp experience was Monday through Friday during the weeks of August 2 and August 9. CIF's Full Life Model provided the framework for camp activities which included meal preparation, shopping, budgeting, cleaning, planning fun activities, using public transportation, community safety and first aid instruction, and learning to get along with each other and build positive relationships.

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By jmeddy on 8/28/2010 8:15 PM

JJ’s List announced today that Jane Doyle, Ph.D., executive director and co-founder of Center for Independent Futures, will be honored at the JJ’s List first annual fundraiser cocktail reception benefit on October 1st at Pinstripes in Northbrook, IL.

“Jane gives untold hours, energy, and professional expertise to support individuals with disabilities to be an active part of their communities,” said JJ Hanley, executive director and founder of JJ’s List.   “JJ’s List works toward full integration of people with disabilities into the community and Jane’s leadership and generosity has helped pave the way for our successes.”

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By jmeddy on 8/20/2010 10:46 AM

Hello! My name is Julie Larson and I am a Life Skills Tutor with Center for Independent Futures. I tutor eight individuals with disabilities and we meet on a weekly basis in their homes to create goals, hone independent living skills, and make plans for their future. I am passionate about supporting CIF participants as they dream about their future and then make their dreams happen.

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By jmeddy on 8/2/2010 8:01 PM

Be sure to mark your calendar for the 7th annual Something’s Cooking event to be held on Sunday, November 7th from 3 – 6 pm at Prairie Moon in Evanston. You won’t want to miss this tasty fall fundraiser featuring the best of Evanston fare. Taste mouth-watering dishes from local restaurants, enjoy refreshing beverages from the bar, and bid on fun foodie auction items.

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By jmeddy on 8/2/2010 10:34 AM

Get ready for a brand new adventure with Center for Independent Futures! This September, CIF is proud to host Story Pirates for an afternoon children’s theater showcasing the words and ideas of young people with disabilities.  A nationally respected arts and creative writing organization based in New York City, Story Pirates’ mission is to preserve the spark of youthful creativity often lost in the transition to adulthood.

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