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Mission: Advancing Independence Inc., tax identification# 46-3279983, sister company of Family Options, is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit corporation operating in Fresno, California, who acts as a catalyst for social advancement and events. The organization’s primary purpose is to provide the means for youth and adults to develop independence and achieve their individual life goals by providing personalized, culturally and developmentally-appropriate support, housing assistance, educational development, employment development, health care, life skills training, and counseling services. We aim to help low-income individuals and people with disabilities live, learn, love, work, and play independently. Advancing Independence Inc. achieves its goals by partnering with organizations who serve individuals living with disabilities, independent living centers, rehabilitation facilities, educational institutions, and health and social services providers to create a multidisciplinary network of service providers and consumers. Each of the clients and individuals we serve has a real chance at living a good-quality, strong, independent life; they just need a hand with those first steps.
Target demographics: Youth and Adult with Development Disabilities.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 200 consumers
Geographic areas served: Fresno
Programs: Housing, Job Development, Educational services, and relief.