History
Service Center for Independent Life (SCIL), was incorporated in 1980 by a group of Claremont residents with disabilities along with their families and friends. Among those pioneers were Ann and Ewen McIntyre, Reverend James Angell, Robin Olson, and Nancy Groener, who served as the indestructible foundation that saw the agency grow to a fully certified Independent Living Center (ILC) by the State Department of Rehabilitation in 1992. Service Center for Independent Life, now identified as the ILC serving the East San Gabriel Valley, is a part of a network consisting of 29 such Centers throughout the State of California, and one of 480 that make up the nationwide network of Independent Living Centers. Recognized as a powerful force for change, together we work closely with legislators, advocating for the rights of persons with disabilities.
Specialties
A Claremont based non profit organization dedicated to increasing the independence of people with disabilities and seniors. 50% of our staff and board are people with disabilities, providing us a unique insight into how to provide the best services.