Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. - SILO

Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. - SILO Nonprofit organization that provides programs/services to people with disabilities throughout LI, NY
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*We service both Suffolk and Nassau County*

SILO has been a staple of the disability community since 1985. An Advocacy and Information and Referral agency, it has worked with individuals, businesses, and agencies to promote equal access for people with all disabilities. SILO is not a "case management" agency; rather, our focus is on empowerment, mentorship, knowledge, and advocacy. Most of our se

rvice staff are people with disabilities themselves, and this peer model facilitates a better relationship between the Independent Living Skills Specialist and the individual being served. Two questions we ask all consumers before getting involved with us: "How badly do you want to achieve your goals?" and "Are you willing to work hard to accomplish them?" SILO's services are person-centered so individuals determine their individual goals, not other people. SILO helps the individual acquire the tools needed to accomplish those goals.

Come find us at the Innovations in Technology Expo!Make sure to register to ensure you secure a free bag for the event! ...
07/17/2024

Come find us at the Innovations in Technology Expo!

Make sure to register to ensure you secure a free bag for the event!
https://www.classy.org/.../empower-sci.../e592963

Interested in learning more about technologies that can improve lives of individuals with ?? Come and hang with us at the Innovations in Technology Expo at Empower Spinal Cord Injury, Inc in Stony Brook University in Stony Brook, NY next Tuesday from 1-5pm!

We will have demonstrations ranging from virtual reality, wheeled mobility, seating and positioning, adaptive feeding, adaptive sports, functional electrical stimulation and much more!

The event is free and open to community members to attend, please use the link below to register!

Please feel free to share these resources and/or post to social media to help make this the biggest Innovations in Technology Expo yet.

Here is the link for registration for individuals interested in attending- make sure to register to ensure you secure a free bag for the event!
https://www.classy.org/event/empower-sci-innovations-in-technology-expo/e592963

Huge thank you to our sponsors: ReachAble Technology, Wandercraft, Permobil USA, PAJUNK®, Wellspect HealthCare and Quantum Rehab.

Thank you so much and hope to see you next week!

Obi Robotics Scott Rubesh St. Charles Hospital REQ Rehabilitation Equipment Associates, INC Ekso Bionics LapSnap MagnaCuff Neuro Rehab Recovery NRR Northwell Health Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. - SILO United Spinal Association Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation

07/01/2024

Please note, our SUMMER HOURS start today, 7/1!
The office will close at 3pm Monday- Thursday and 1pm on Fridays through the end of August.

SILO will be CLOSED starting at 11am on Wednesday, July 3rd through July 5th in observance of Independence Day!

Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. - SILO’s PIP Program is elated to announce the resounding success of our first resum...
06/28/2024

Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. - SILO’s PIP Program is elated to announce the resounding success of our first resume writing workshop yesterday. Developed and hosted by our Peer Integration Program Specialists, Kathryn Snaith, and Michael Kohut; the event gave our participants an opportunity to build skills which break down a significant barrier between the differently-abled and employment, building up their confidence along the way!
Stay tuned for more in the coming months.

On June 25th, 2024, SILO’s Chief Community Engagement Officer, Laurie Delgado, and Coordinator of Education and Transiti...
06/28/2024

On June 25th, 2024, SILO’s Chief Community Engagement Officer, Laurie Delgado, and Coordinator of Education and Transition Services, Kathryn Celentano, attended the Riverhead Chamber of Commerce Legislative Breakfast. It was a pleasure to meet with the panel of guest speakers who discussed topics such as public safety and keeping our communities safe.

Top row from Left to right- Riverhead Town Supervisor Tim Hubbard, NYS Assembly Jodi Giglio, Dean Gandley Legislative Aide to Legislator Catherine Stark, Suffolk County DA Chief Assistant Allen Bode, Riverhead Chief of Police David Hegemiller, SC Undersheriff Steven J, Kuehhas, SC Deputy Undersheriff John Becker.

On June 6th, SILO’s Peer Integration Program Specialists, Kathryn Snaith and Michael Kohut, attended the NYS Education D...
06/20/2024

On June 6th, SILO’s Peer Integration Program Specialists, Kathryn Snaith and Michael Kohut, attended the NYS Education Department Office of Special Education In-Person Learning Communities for Transition Meeting at LIU in Brentwood.

06/18/2024

In observance of Juneteenth, SILO will be closed Wednesday, June 19th, 2024. We will reopen Thursday, June 20th at 8am.

SILO’s Advocacy Director, Marilyn Tucci visited the Blind Veterans Support Group at the Northport VA Hospital to speak a...
06/17/2024

SILO’s Advocacy Director, Marilyn Tucci visited the Blind Veterans Support Group at the Northport VA Hospital to speak about our programs and services.
Thank you for having us!

Exciting News for ACCES VR Participants! We are thrilled to announce our first PIP Talk: Resume Workshop! Date: Thursday...
06/03/2024

Exciting News for ACCES VR Participants!

We are thrilled to announce our first PIP Talk: Resume Workshop!

Date: Thursday, June 20th
Time: 1 PM
Location: SILO, 3253 Route 112, Building 10, Medford, NY 11763

This is a free event for those seeking personal assistance with their resume. The Peer Integration Program (PIP) consists of a team of specialists dedicated to helping ACCES VR participants overcome barriers to employment. Our workshop is designed to provide you with individualized help to enhance your resume and boost your chances of securing employment. Spots are limited to ensure personalized attention from our PIP staff.

To register, contact Kathryn Snaith, MSW via email [email protected] or call 631-880-7929 ext. 147.

Don't miss this opportunity to take the next step in your career! See you there!

On our half-day, Friday, May 24th, SILO had our own "Take your Child to Work Day!"We love to empower the next generation...
05/29/2024

On our half-day, Friday, May 24th, SILO had our own "Take your Child to Work Day!"
We love to empower the next generation to work hard and have pride in what you do!

On Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024, Downstate New York Adapt presented an award to Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. CEO, Jo...
05/24/2024

On Wednesday, May 22nd, 2024, Downstate New York Adapt presented an award to Self-Initiated Living Options, Inc. CEO, Joseph Delgado for his unwavering support of their organization over the last seven years.

05/22/2024

In observance of Memorial Day, SILO will be closing at 11am on Friday, May 24th and remain closed through Monday, May 27th. We will reopen on Tuesday, May 28th at 8am.

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano with SILO's Advocacy Director, Marilyn Tucci.
05/17/2024

Assemblyman Joe DeStefano with SILO's Advocacy Director, Marilyn Tucci.

Thank you to all who attended our Spring Wellness Event on May 8th!We had about 20 participants and staff in attendance....
05/17/2024

Thank you to all who attended our Spring Wellness Event on May 8th!
We had about 20 participants and staff in attendance. Northwell Health came to provide healthcare information and a Registered Nurse performed vital checks. Suffolk Cancer Services also provided information on cancer screenings to uninsured patients. Sara performed Chair yoga for us. Toward the end, event organizers, interns Morgan Suchy and Kathryn Snaith of SILO had a little trivia game for the participants.
Thank you for all your hard work on this event!

Our Advocacy Director, Marilyn Tucci, was invited by Suffolk Bus Company to speak at their bus driver sensitivity traini...
05/13/2024

Our Advocacy Director, Marilyn Tucci, was invited by Suffolk Bus Company to speak at their bus driver sensitivity training last month. She presented at 4 of the 5 classes explaining how to assist individuals who are blind to take the buses . She was able to answer many questions the drivers had. She also spoke about where Guide Dogs should sit on the bus for safety reasons and explained the dog mat being on all S**T buses.

Kendra Scott is partnering with SILO for your Mother’s Day needs!Shop Kendrascott.com Friday, May 3rd through Saturday, ...
05/03/2024

Kendra Scott is partnering with SILO for your Mother’s Day needs!

Shop Kendrascott.com Friday, May 3rd through Saturday, May 4th, 2024 & 20% of your purchase gets donated back to SILO!

Must use code GIVEBACK-GNVIF at checkout!

Thank you for joining us, Yaw Appiadu, MPH, Executive Director of the Harlem Independent Living Center!
05/01/2024

Thank you for joining us, Yaw Appiadu, MPH, Executive Director of the Harlem Independent Living Center!

04/18/2024

In observance of Passover, SILO will be closed Monday, April 22nd, 2024.
We will reopen Tuesday, April 23rd at 8am.

SILO’s Open Doors Assistant Director, Maria Vanegas and Open Doors Transition Specialist, Casey Lewis were happy to atte...
04/18/2024

SILO’s Open Doors Assistant Director, Maria Vanegas and Open Doors Transition Specialist, Casey Lewis were happy to attend at the Autism Awareness Walk and Mental Health and Wellness Fair at Sonderling High School on Saturday, April 13th!

April 17th is National Assistive Technology Awareness Day 2024!Be sure to check out our available AT Programs:TRAID: SIL...
04/17/2024

April 17th is National Assistive Technology Awareness Day 2024!

Be sure to check out our available AT Programs:

TRAID: SILO’s Long Island TRAID Program provides individuals with Assistive technology and Medical equipment loans, information about assistive technology, training/demonstrations, technical assistance, and advocacy on how to obtain and implement the technologies.
Contact: Ryan Criscione: 631-880-7929 x168

ATAEP: SILO’s Assistive Technology Assessment and Evaluation Program has a professional on staff to assess individuals with disabilities to determine their abilities, needs, and goals, using SILO’s technology lab.
The professional then trains individuals with specific devices and equipment most suitable for them to best meet these needs and goals.
Contact: Venesa Arroyo: 631-880-7929 x109

Thank you Stony Brook University for allowing us to visit both the Southampton and Stony Brook campuses this week!On Wed...
04/12/2024

Thank you Stony Brook University for allowing us to visit both the Southampton and Stony Brook campuses this week!

On Wednesday, April 10th, SILO Advocacy Director, Marilyn Tucci, SILO Advocacy Specialist, Justin Ainsworth and SILO TRAID Program Director, Ryan Criscione presented our programs and services and much more to O.T. students at the Stony Brook Campus!

SILO Advocacy Director, Marilyn Tucci, SILO Advocacy Specialist, Justin Ainsworth and SILO TRAID Program Director, Ryan ...
04/09/2024

SILO Advocacy Director, Marilyn Tucci, SILO Advocacy Specialist, Justin Ainsworth and SILO TRAID Program Director, Ryan Criscione presented to O.T. students at the Stony Brook Southampton Campus.
Thank you for welcoming us to share our programs and services and much more. We look forward to joining you again soon at your Stony Brook Campus!

04/08/2024

Please note, SILO will be closing at 11am today, Monday, April 8th, 2024 to express our appreciation to staff who have contributed to our two successful lawsuits over the past year, ensuring the civil rights of people with disabilities, specifically their ability to attain housing on Long Island.
We will reopen at 8am on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024.

On Friday, 4/5, SILO had a resource table at the ESBOCES Agency Fair at the Sequoya Instructional Support Center in Holt...
04/08/2024

On Friday, 4/5, SILO had a resource table at the ESBOCES Agency Fair at the Sequoya Instructional Support Center in Holtsville!
Thank you for having us!

SILO was on News 12 Long Island today regarding our successful litigation (alongside Long Island Housing Services) again...
04/03/2024

SILO was on News 12 Long Island today regarding our successful litigation (alongside Long Island Housing Services) against NPS Holiday Square LLC, owners of numerous apartment complexes on Long Island. This is a major system change for our community and helps set a new precedent for apartment complexes that think they are above the law. We see this as a huge victory for the community of people with disabilities.
We’re so grateful for our staff who have put in great effort to report these incidents in detail and provide pertinent information for the lawsuit, as well as the extensive work put in by Long Island Housing Services.

The lawsuit was filed with Long Island Housing Services and the Suffolk Independent Living Organization.

03/27/2024

SILO will be closed Thursday, 3/28 through Sunday, 3/31. We will reopen on Monday, 4/1/24 at 8am.
Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

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3253 Route 112 Building 10
Medford, NY
11763

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 3pm

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+16318807929

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Brandon is able to use newly installed audible accessible pedestrian signal due to SILO's Advocacy Department, under the direction of Marilyn Tucci!

Brian McIlvain, SILO Assistant to the CEO speaking at the Press Conference on the signing of IR 1839 - A Local Law to Improve the County’s Affordable Housing Programs for Veterans and IR 1840 - A Local Law to Improve the County’s Affordable Housing Programs for Individuals with Disabilities.

Each year around the holidays, SILO hosts a fun competition amongst staff. This year, we decided to do a video competition featuring the song, The 12 Days of Christmas, with each of the SILO departments representing one of the days of Christmas by singing their part in a short, creative video clip. The clips were then compiled into a video and judged by the board at our corporate holiday gathering. We would like to congratulate our winner, Olmstead Housing Subsidy- the "5 Golden Rings!"

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The Suffolk Independent Living Organization (SILO) has been a staple of the disability community in Suffolk County since 1985. An Advocacy and Information and Referral agency, it has worked with individuals, businesses, and agencies to promote equal access for people with all disabilities. SILO is not a "case management" agency; rather, our focus is on empowerment, mentorship, knowledge, and advocacy. Most of our service staff are people with disabilities themselves, and this peer model facilitates a better relationship between the Independent Living Skills Specialist and the individual being served. Two questions we ask all consumers before getting involved with us: "How badly do you want to achieve your goals?" and "Are you willing to work hard to accomplish them?" SILO's services are person-centered so individuals determine their individual goals, not other people. SILO helps the individual acquire the tools needed to accomplish those goals. SILO is Suffolk County's only independent living center. We need your support. If you are a person with a disability, living in Suffolk County, SILO urges you to become more involved in making our community more accessible. Whether it is attending a peer support group, advocacy training, or volunteer work, your skills and personal experiences can assist SILO in achieving its goal of full integration of people with disabilities throughout Suffolk County. We need you to become involved!

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