Independent Living Services

Family Counseling

Family counseling for families of individuals with disabilities is a supportive and collaborative process of PILC aimed at addressing the unique challenges and dynamics a family having a member with disability. PILC provides a safe space for family members to openly communicate, express their feelings, and work of an ILC. Through counseling, families can gain a deeper understanding of the impact of the disability, develop effective coping strategies, and develop trust on ILC. This practice explores topics such as grief, adjustment to change, role transitions, communication skills, and problem-solving techniques. Ultimately, family counseling promotes resilience, empathy, and mutual support family and ILC, fostering a more cohesive and nurturing environment for the individual with the disability and their loved ones.

Peer Counseling

Peer counseling service for individuals with disabilities offers a unique form of support where people facing similar challenges share experiences, knowledge, and encouragement. Peers offer a shared understanding born from firsthand experiences, serving as role models who inspire hope and offer insights into navigating daily life with a disability. PILC thrugh peer counseling empowers individuals to take control of their lives, develop self-advocacy skills, and foster connections within a supportive community.

Peer Support

Peer support among individuals with disabilities is a vital form of mutual aid at PILC, where people with similar experiences and challenges come together to provide and receive support, encouragement, and understanding. This network offers a unique sense of belonging and validation, as peers can relate to each other's struggles on a personal level. Through shared experiences, peers at PILC offer empathy, practical advice, and coping strategies, empowering each other to navigate daily obstacles and achieve personal goals. Peer support also fosters a sense of community and camaraderie, combating feelings of isolation and fostering resilience. Whether it's through informal conversations, support groups, or organized programs, peer support plays a crucial role in enhancing the well-being and quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

Independent Living Skills Training

Independent Living Skills Training is a structured program designed to empower individuals with disabilities to develop the necessary skills and confidence to live independently and participate fully in their communities. PILC provide skills of daily living such as personal hygiene, meal preparation, household management, budgeting, transportation, communication, and problem-solving. This is continuous process learning and gradual skill progression.

Personal Attendant Services

PILC provides Personal Attendant Service a support system by providing assistance with activities depending on disability these services including personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility assistance, as well as household chores, meal preparation, medication and transportation. The primary goal is to empower individuals with disabilities to live a life of their own choice. PA services are provided by trained attendants under the strict monitoring system of ILC.

Financial Management

Financial management skills at an Pakistan Independent Living Center (PILC) are empowering individuals with disabilities to effectively manage their finances and achieve greater financial independence. These programs typically offer personalized guidance and training in budgeting, money management, banking, bill payment, saving strategies, and financial planning.

Out Reach Activities

PILC engages in outreach activities to raise awareness, provide support, and expand access to services for individuals with disabilities. These efforts include community education, advocacy, public awareness campaigns, shopping, access audit, collaboration with local organizations, and participation in events and workshops. Through proactive outreach, PILC aim to promote disability rights, implementation of laws & policies.

We are proud to offer Independent Living (IL) services across Pakistan.
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