About
Appalachian Independence Center is a non-profit, non-residential Center for Independent Living that provides essential community services and advocates for people with disabilities in Southwest Virginia. The practice offers a range of services, including peer counseling, information and referral, independent living skills training, advocacy, and transition, as well as additional services identified by the needs of their consumers. They serve the counties of Washington, Smyth, Wythe, Bland, Grayson, and Carroll, as well as the cities of Bristol and Galax, VA. The center's mission is to promote full participation in society for people with disabilities and to advance the Independent Living Movement, which emphasizes consumer control and equal opportunity for people with disabilities to decide how to live, work, and take part in their communities.
Insurance & payment
Insurance details are not listed publicly — call the practice to confirm.
Ask about sliding-scale fees if you're paying out of pocket.
Services & specialties
Peer Counseling
Appalachian Independence Center offers peer counseling as one of its core services.
Information & Referral
The practice provides information and referral services to help people with disabilities access community resources and services.
Independent Living Skills Training
Appalachian Independence Center offers independent living skills training to help people with disabilities develop the skills they need to live independently.
Advocacy
The practice provides advocacy services to help people with disabilities assert their rights and access equal opportunities.
Transition
Appalachian Independence Center offers transition services to help people with disabilities make a successful transition to independent living.
Additional Services
The practice provides additional services identified by the needs of their consumers.