The Mission of the Center for Independent Living of South Central PA
is to empower people with disabilities to lead independent lives in their communities.

CILSCPA strives through advocacy and collective action to remove physical and attitudinal barriers that prevent persons with disabilities from exercising their rights, achieving personal independence, and participating fully in the life of the community. Programs, services & trainings provided by CILSCPA teach consumers to take responsibility for their own abilities to live independently.

CILSCPA, established in 1988, is a non-profit, non residential, community based organization. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act, at least 51% of CILSCPA board members and staff have disabilities. CILSCPA offers services and programs to people with disabilities in the following counties:

Since our inception in 1988, CILSCPA has assisted or trained over 4000 people with disabilities in becoming more independent & active in their communities.