Black History Month: Honoring Resilience, Advocating for Inclusion
February is Black History Month, a time to honor the achievements and contributions of Black Americans throughout history. It’s also an opportunity to reflect on the ongoing fight for equity and inclusion — values that are deeply connected to the mission of the Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living (NNCIL). While we often hear the […]
Learning Disability Week
At NNCIL, we’re dedicated to providing information and referrals to help people with disabilities live more independently. Learning Disability Week is an opportunity to highlight the experiences of those with learning disabilities and advocate for a more inclusive and supportive society. Understanding Learning Disabilities Learning disabilities are neurologically-based processing problems that can interfere with learning […]
Be a good neighbor
People using a white cane will not know to watch for things like low-hanging tree branches or dog poop. Please do your part to make your sidewalk friendly to all of your neighbors.
Mark Wellman Adventure Day
5, when participants had the opportunity to explore adaptive equipment and experiences. In between, they were able to get free COVID-19 and/or flu vaccines from Immunize Nevada. Everyone who joined the fun also had access to nearly two dozen community organizations, giving them a chance to connect or reconnect with programs and services for people […]
