Michigan Statewide Independent Living Council
Upcoming Changes to Misilc.org
The SILC office has been receiving feedback on the usability of the website. Over the next few weeks, there will be changes made to the SILC web site to improve the overall user experience. These modifications are designed to simplify the process for visitors to find information about SILC activities.
Thank you for you patience during this transition.
Update: The Council Meeting Materials Section has been updated and simplified.
Silc is now on Facebook !
Please feel free to follow the Michigan Statewide Independent Living Council on Facebook.
What is the purpose of SILC?
The Council promotes a philosophy of independent living. This includes consumer control, peer support, self-help, self-determination, equal access, and individual and systems advocacy to maximize the leadership, empowerment, independence, and productivity of people with disabilities. The Council promotes integration and full inclusion of people with disabilities into the mainstream of American society.
What does the SILC do?
The Statewide Independent Living Council works cooperatively with the Michigan Department of Labor & Economic Growth-Rehabilitation Services (MDLEG-RS) and the Michigan Commission for the Blind (MCB) to develop and submit the State Plan for Independent Living (SPIL). The SPIL establishes a blueprint for present and future independent living programs and services in Michigan.
How can I be involved in SILC activities?
Input from people with disabilities is vital for the development of the SPIL. Public comment at SILC meetings and at public hearings helps shape the independent living service delivery system. The SILC welcomes consumers' comments, criticisms, questions and concerns, and consistently works to improve independent living services in Michigan. The SILC Council meets four times a year at an accessible location; each of these meetings are open to the public.
Appointment to the SILC Council
The SILC Council is always interested in individuals who would like to be appointed to serve on the council. You can apply to be appointed by filling out and submitting the SILC Council application form.
SILC Application Form (Will Direct User to Office of the Governor Web Site)
If you require any assistance in filling out this form, please contact the SILC office at 800-808-7452.
SILC Transparency Policy
SILC values both openness and feedback. Ongoing communications is critical to all aspects of our operations. Both state amd federal regulations require transparency. While SILC may analyze and discuss issues prior to adoption, they will be preseted for adoption only during formal public meetings. All SPIL development activity and plan monitoring will be available on the official MiSILC website.
Upcoming events
Independent Living is the right of all people to make informed choices, to have personal control over their own lives, and to participate to the fullest extent possible in the everyday activities of work, school, home, family and community.