About the Delta Resource Center for Independent Living
Executive Director: Billy Altom
1514 South Poplar
Pine Bluff, AR 71601
1-800-824-0009
It is the mission of the Delta Resource Center to Provide services, support and advocacy which enables people with severe disabilities to live as independently as possible within their family and community. Delta strives to achieve full integration of persons with disabilities into the mainstream of society.
Information and Referral
Delta provides information about disability issues and disability organizations of all types for persons with disabilities, their families, and the general public. By maintaining a data bas of information, Delta is able to refer persons with disabilities to the appropriate agency or service that will assist them in achieving independence.
Peer Counseling
An avenue in which people with disabilities can receive support and guidance in developing effective ways to deal with the architectural and attitudinal barriers they face in everyday life.
Individual Advocacy
Individual advocacy is ways in which to empower individuals to speak on their own behalf, provide information, assistance working with systems, and empowering techniques so individuals may advocate for themselves to achieve system change.
Independent Living Skills Training
Delta provides instruction and training which enables a person with a disability to live independently and control his/her life. This training is unique to the individual's personalized needs.
ADA Information
Delta provides answers to questions about the landmark civil rights legislation for people with disabilities. Materials are available in alternate formats.
Support Groups
Support Groups are available for people with all types of disabilities. Contact Delta Resource Center for more details.
Other Services
Include:
- ADA training
- housing referrals
- linkage with community resources
- public education and awareness
- resource library
- newsletter
- awareness training
- recreational activities
- technical assistance for ADA compliance
- assistive technology
If you would like more information on the services listed above or other information, call the Delta Resource Center at 1-800-824-0009 (v/tty).
Content of this page was taken from the Delta Resource Center brochure.
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