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SILC staff announce planning for Region V Independent Living Conference and 2026 mini-grants
Summary
Executive Director Shelly Richardson told the Council she is planning a multi-day Region V Independent Living Conference (IL, IN, MI, MN, OH, WI) to strengthen CIL capacity and that leadership mini-grants for SPIL year 2026 will be announced soon.
Shelly Richardson said planning is underway for a Region V Independent Living Conference spanning Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio and Wisconsin to strengthen knowledge and awareness of Independent Living issues among CIL management, staff and board members. The conference is described as a multi-day regional event tied to SPIL goals.
Richardson also announced that leadership mini-grants for CILs for SPIL year 2026 will be announced soon, and she listed upcoming meetings including the State Rehabilitation Council and a Nov. 19 discussion with transportation advocates and the Illinois Association of Medicaid Health Plans. The Council did not record funding amounts or specific dates for the conference in the minutes.
