The services offered include:
Information and Referral – VAIL specialists are knowledgeable about resources in the community and can refer consumers to the programs that can be most helpful to them.
Independent Living Skills – VAIL specialists provide skills training in areas such as money management, time management, use of public transportation, proper use of medications, Use of assistive devices, personal and home safety, prescription assistance, personal advocacy and much more.
Individual and Systems Advocacy – VAIL specialists help consumers stand up for their rights as individuals to live independently and work for changes in society that would better support independent living for people with disabilities.
Peer Counseling – Counselors who have disabilities may share similar experiences and may better understand what barriers others with disabilities encounter. VAIL peer counselors are prepared to assist you to make your own choices and reach your goals to live independently in your community.
709 Alta Vista, Suite 102
Laredo, 78041, TX
Accessible Location: Yes
Type of Organization | Nonprofit (501c3) |
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Categories | Advocacy, Case Management, Counseling, Job Coaching/Support, Post-secondary, Prescription Drug Assistance, Therapy, Training |
Services offered in Spanish? | No |
Newsletter? | No |
Child Care Available? | No |
Age Range | 15-21 , 22 and up |
Disability Categories | Developmental Disability, Genetic or Congenital Disorder, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disability, Medical Condition, Mental Health Disorder, Physical Disability |
Does this organization belong to all disabilities? | yes |
This organization belongs to these diagnoses | |
Is this a statewide service? | No |
Website | https://www.govail.org |
Contact Name | |
Email Address | [email protected] |
Phone Number | 956-523-1411 |