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Services for Independent Living

Disability Services and Support Organization Serving Mid-Missouri

Services for Independent Living (SIL) is a non-profit Center for Independent Living that promotes independence for persons with disabilities, seniors, and veterans. We are part of a network of 21 Centers in the state of Missouri. 
SIL is an independent living resource center in Mid Missouri.
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We are always looking for volunteers to help and advocates.  
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SIL by the Numbers 2024

1261

Number of People Served

4000

Information and Referrals

266655

Value of Durable Medical Equipment Distributed

Upcoming Events

March 14, 2025
  • Games & Pizza

    When: March 14, 2025  2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
    Location: Services for Independent Living, 1905 W Ash St, Columbia, MO 65203, USA

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March 21, 2025
  • Movie Friday

    When: March 21, 2025  2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
    Location: Services for Independent Living, 1905 W. Ash Street, Columbia, MO 65203

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March 25, 2025
  • MOCIL Advocacy Day

    When: March 25, 2025  11:30 am - 4:00 pm
    Location: Missouri State Capitol, 201 W Capitol Ave, Jefferson City, MO 65101, USA

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March 28, 2025
  • Arts & Crafts

    When: March 28, 2025  2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
    Location: Services for Independent Living, 1905 W. Ash Street, Columbia, Mo 65203

    Every 4th Friday join us for an art class less by Access Arts. We send out information via email on the project and confirm dates at least one week in advance. Please make certain we have your email, and you are checking them weekly for updates. This class is appropriate for all ages and abilities. Everyone is welcome. There is a maximum of 14 students, RSVP to jcarter@silcolumbia.org

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April 11, 2025
  • Games & Pizza

    When: April 11, 2025  2:30 pm - 4:30 pm
    Location: Services for Independent Living, 1905 W Ash St, Columbia, MO 65203, USA

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Core services
Independent Living Centers provide five core services:
Advocacy
Independent 
Living Skills
Information
and Referral
Peer 
Support
Transition
SIL serves individuals within our seven-county service area of Audrain, Boone, Callaway, Cooper, Howard, Montgomery, and Randolph counties. SIL offers programs and services for youth and adults with disabilities, seniors, and the community.
A map of the state of Missouri showing outlines for each county and highlighting the 7 county service area, Boone, Callaway, Cooper, Howard, Randolph, Audrain, and Montgomery.
Contact us
For immediate service, please call us at (573) 874-1646.
Otherwise will we respond within 48 hours. 
Staff may not be available if you walk in.
 Appointments are strongly encouraged if you want to meet someone in person. Please call or send us a message to schedule.
Office Hours
Sunday - Closed
Monday - 9am - 4pm
Tuesday - 9am - 4pm
Wednesday - 9am- 4pm
Thursday - 9am - 4pm
Friday - 9am - 4pm
Saturday - Closed
Access Services Hours
Sunday - Closed
Monday - 9am - 4pm
Tuesday - 9am - 4pm
Wednesday - 9am- 4pm
Thursday - Closed
Friday - Closed
Saturday - Closed
General Contact

Our Partner Agencies

info@silcolumbia.org
© 2025 Services for Independent Living. All Rights Reserved. Services for Independent Living is a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization
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