2021 Top-Rated Nonprofit

EAST TEXAS CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING

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Causes: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, Human Services

Mission: ETCIL's Mission is to help people facing barriers related to their disabilities achieve full participation in their communities with greater independences, self-sufficiency and involvement in the community.

Community Stories

13 Stories from Volunteers, Donors & Supporters

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Maxbailey1, Volunteer

Rating: 5

09/07/2021

This place is amazing, from their loving and caring staff to their interns and clients, ETCIL shouts “we are here for you”. Assisting those that need help in areas of job search, independent living skills, communication, and so much more, ETCIL pulls out all of the stops for their clients. From showing interest in their personal growth to helping them with career choices, educating them on relevant issues for their lives, to being friends and helpers to them in any way they can, are just a few of the services ETCIL provides. ETCIL makes counseling available for those that benefit from that service as well as with basic math, reading and writing skills. Finally ETCIL promotes a strong sense of self worth among their clients as well as providing an atmosphere where clients are able to interact with others and make new friends. ETCIL management is top notch both in caring for their employees, volunteers, clients, and their families.

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wranglerponder Client Served

Rating: 5

09/08/2021

My name is Kevin and I am very happy that Ms Joy and Dakota help me manage my money. I also do fun activities with Amy and Joanna

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mobileUser681857 Client Served

Rating: 4

09/02/2021

I like Etcil because we get to work on my reading. I enjoy learning in the classes.

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mobileUser681854 Client Served

Rating: 5

09/02/2021

I enjoyed Etcil I really like coming here to Etcil i really it

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mobileUser681853 Client Served

Rating: 5

09/02/2021

My favorite thing about coming here is the people. The staff members are nice, they always I check on you and see how we are doing. I wish I could come here everyday.

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mobileUser680757 Client Served

Rating: 5

09/01/2021

I like ETCIL because it's something the only thing I can do away from home during the week. Sometimes it can be fun just doing little things at ETCIL.

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mobileUser680755 Client Served

Rating: 5

09/01/2021

Etcil has helped me with my reading skills. The staff has been very helpful in my learning process.

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mobileUser680658 Client Served

Rating: 5

08/31/2021

They helped me make my resume stand out

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mobileUser680603 Client Served

Rating: 5

08/31/2021

My son has been going to ETCIL for about a year now. I am so appreciative for the service ETCIL provides. In the short time that he has been attending classes I have already seen an improvement in my son. The staff members are great in working with the students and in providing their services.

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rodb2021 Client Served

Rating: 4

08/31/2021

I like everything about ETCIL. Some of my favorite activities have been the cooking classes. I enjoy being with my friends and getting out of the house!

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TB123 Client Served

Rating: 4

08/31/2021

One of my favorite things about coming to ETCIL is the holiday parties. I like playing all the fun games. I enjoy getting to come and spend time with everyone from class.

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WayneG Client Served

Rating: 5

08/31/2021

I like coming here because I try to learn as much as I can. I’ve learned how to manage my money a whole lot better than I used to. I’ve made a lot of friends here over the years. I’ve enjoyed the activities I’ve been in like the talent show and the potlucks. I still enjoy everything, and I’ve been coming here for about 3 or 4 years.

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Anonymous_forward Client Served

Rating: 5

08/30/2021

Forwarding this message received from a family member of a person with a disability: "I would like to submit this review for the attention of Mr. Jay Nichols. After contacting Mr. Nichols this morning, it was very refreshing to talk with someone personally about questions that I had, but more especially
to receive a wealth of information regarding my inquiries. He took a personal interest in my problems and provided the names of contacts to assist in resolving them. I was very impressed with Mr. Nichols' professional knowledge and the sincere interest he took in my call."

Writer Client Served

Rating: 1

07/11/2016

This place treats clients very poorly. Case workers do not listen to clients. I know i am one i desperately want to find someplace else to handle my finances. My case worker is very condescending. Case worker does not seem to care about what i want.

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