What we do
The Centre for Independent Living NI (CILNI) is an organisation of disabled people, working to support disabled people choosing to take more control over their arrangements for personal support.
We believe that independent living is important and aim to raise awareness about Direct Payments as a way for disabled people to have more control over their own lifestyles and participate more fully in the community in which they live.
CILNI provides a range of services to disabled people, including older people, people with learning disability and mental health service users.
Information on Direct Payments and SDS
Information on all aspects of independent living, Direct Payments and SDS.
Employment Advice
Advice on using Direct Payments and being a good employer.
Promoting Self-Advocacy
Advocacy for people who may require help to identify their support needs and express views.
Payroll Service
Payroll service that specialises in every aspect of the payroll process for Direct Payment users, making every payday simple.
Peer Support
Peer Support to encourage the development of local networks of Direct Payments users to share their experience and expertise and provide mutual support.
Training
Training for social care professionals on issues around independent living and Direct Payments.
The Centre for Independent Living provides a range of services to disabled people, including older people, people with learning disability and mental health service users.
Self Directed Support helped me get my confidence and independence back. It meant I didn’t have to completely rely on my family for support. Having a PA has enabled me to start living my life independently.
COVID-19 Community Helpline: A Freephone Helpline to assist those in vulnerable groups to access information, advice and guidance in relation to COVID-19.
Freephone number: 0808 802 0020
You can also get in touch via e-mail and text message.
Email: covid19@adviceni.net
Text: ACTION to 81025
For more information go to www.nidirect.gov.uk/articles/coronavirus-covid-19-advice-vulnerable-people
Coronavirus (COVID-19): advice for vulnerable people | nidirect
www.nidirect.gov.uk
Coronavirus (COVID-19) can cause mild symptoms. But for older people and those with an underlying health condition, it can be more serious. This page has guidance on how vulnerable people can help reduce the risk of getting coronavirus and what help others can offer them.