Who We Serve/Eligibility
Unless otherwise specified, all of Dakota Center for Independent Living services are available to any individual with a significant disability-whether it be physical, mental, sensory, cognitive, age-related or all of the above. DCIL does not require proof of diagnosis or medical records in order to render services. However, other agencies (such as Medicaid or Social Security) may require such documentation.
All eligibility requirements are applied without regard to age, color, creed, gender, national origin, race, religion or type of significant disability.
Dedicated Support for All
Dakota Center for Independent Living (DCIL) is dedicated to serving the needs of our consumers in every way imaginable. No disability is too large or small for our team, and we are proud to offer a variety of services to the disabled community.
Core Services
Everything we do is built around one goal — your independence.
Download or print the DCIL services brochure here.
Information Services
Promoting independence by providing information on a wide variety of disability-related topics (e.g.) - housing, transportation, social security, legislative issues, and making referrals to other agencies for services and community resources.
Referral Services
Living my life as I choose. DCIL believes that every North Dakotan, regardless of disability, deserves access to the right services and support. Through Referral Services, DCIL partners with a wide network of agencies and organizations to connect individuals with the resources they need to thrive in their community.
Peer Support
The Peer Support Program is designed to promote positive coping skills for people with disabilities, including individuals with newly acquired disabilities. The peer supporter and individual share the impact of their disabilities, and develop plans that enable that person to live more independently. DCIL offers training that prepares people with disabilities to become peer supporters.
Advocacy
Individual Advocacy means working with people with disabilities to support themselves in safeguarding their civil rights. Through Systems Advocacy, DCIL staff work with others to ensure that choices, services and supports are in place in the communities where people with disabilities choose to live, work and play. An example of Systems Advocacy is being aware of and promoting changes in local, state and federal legislation that directly affect people with disabilities.
Skills Training
Training is provided in a one-to-one or group setting in areas of: meal planning, money management, benefits counseling, community integration, and other skills needed to increase independence in their homes and communities.
Transitional Services
Living my life as I choose. DCIL believes that every North Dakotan, regardless of disability, deserves the opportunity to live a life of full inclusion. Transitional Services helps individuals navigate significant life transitions. DCIL facilitates this process by acting as the liaison between the individual and various agencies and services. Examples include relocating individuals from nursing homes or institutions into a community-based living arrangement, helping individuals at risk of a move into nursing homes or care institutions remain in the independent-living community, and assisting young adults as they transition from high school into adulthood.
Additional Services
Accessibility Assessments
DCIL will provide businesses, schools, recreation sites, federally funded housing complexes and homes with accessibility assessments to determine what accommodations and/or modifications are needed to meet the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Fair Housing Act and UFAS.
Representative Payee Service
The Social Security Administration may require a representative payee to assist some beneficiaries in managing their SSI and/or SSDI benefits. DCIL may provide this service following the strict guidelines established to maintain consumer control and choices. Fees for this service are determined by the Social Security Administration.
Resources
Home Care Providers
ND Congressional Delegation
Housing Options
Accessible apartments in Bismarck:
IRET Apartments
Talk to Rhonda
701-258-2244
Cottonwood Apartments
2020 12th Street
701-221-0500
Westwood Apartments
2020 12th Street
701-221-0500
Kirkwood Manor Apartments
140 East Indiana Ave
701-222-8992
North Point Apartments
1930 Capitol Ave
701-223-7399
Pebble Springs Apartments
3110 N 19th Street
701-223-9165
River Ridge Apartments
2130 S 12th Street
701-258-2244
Highland Meadows Apartments
1110 West Capitol Ave
701-258-6364
Calgary Apartment
3310 N 19th Street
877-205-2582