
Navigating Technology with Rick Woods
Changes in technology take place rapidly in our current society. For businesses, understanding and adapting to trends in technology is vital. But individuals outside of business often struggle to keep...
8 Mar 5min

Call for Performers for the 2026 Disability Pride Festival with Sophia Roberts
Western New York Independent Living is one of approximately 40 non-profits agencies who work together to present the Disability Pride Festival every year in July. This year’s festival will be held on ...
1 Mar 5min

Independence Express with Cathy Colicchia
One of the many services offered by Western New York Independent Living is Independence Express, a fee-based transportation program that offers rides for people with disabilities who reside in one of ...
22 Feb 5min

A Discussion on Fair Housing with WNYIL's Chief Policy Officer Todd Vaarwerk
The Fair Housing Act of 1968 was meant to remove discrimination in the housing process, but one area that was not initially addressed was fair housing for people with disabilities. That was rectified ...
12 Feb 5min

A Discussion on the NYS Budget with Todd Vaarwerk
The New York State Budget process plays a significant role in supporting services for the disability community. So that means that New York State budget season is a busy time of year for Western New Y...
4 Feb 5min

Loan Closets at WNYIL's Independent Living Centers with Aaron Baier & Niccanda Watkins
Western New York Independent Living offers a number of services to consumers to assist with many aspects of life. One of those services is the existence of medical loan closets at each of the three In...
27 Jan 5min

Volunteer Opportunities at Niagara Frontier Radio Reading Service with Marian Hetherly
Niagara Frontier Radio Reading Service is a special radio station that broadcasts national and local newspapers, magazines, and best-selling books 24/7, for the 100,000 people across Western New York ...
22 Jan 5min

ILGR's ARTiculations Exhibition Project with Rae Frank & Llana Cowie
Independent Living of the Genesee Region has a new ARTiculations Exhibition that will run through March 31, 2026. Rae Frank, Director of Independent Living of the Genesee Region and Llana Cowie, Artis...
8 Jan 5min



















