Whether people come to us or we take our services to the communities and homes of people we serve, CFI provides a supportive environment that fosters hope. We offer a breadth of services and resources that allow others to find value in themselves and a path forward. We work to advance a person’s total health through:
The Milwaukee Center for Independence is honored to be named a co-beneficiary of the 2023 ADAMM Car Dealer’s annual Auto Show Gala. The 2023 Gala theme is The British Invasion, paying homage to the cultural phenomenon of the mid-60s! Mark your calendars for February 24, 2023 at the Wisconsin Center. Watch for more details on tickets, sponsorships and more in our newsletter, on our website and across our social media platforms.
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The Centers for Independence is honored to announce that it has been accredited by CARF for a period of three years.
The accreditation means that CFI put itself through a rigorous peer-review process and demonstrated to a team of CARF surveyors in April its commitment to offering programs and services that are measurable, accountable, and of the highest quality.
This accreditation represents the highest level given to an organization and shows the organization’s substantial conformance to the CARF standards.
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AccessiBe's Spotlight Sessions is a series dedicated to conversations with change-makers and people that have made an impact on the community of people with disabilities.
In this episode, Teri Zywicki, the CEO and the President of Centers for Independence, was interviewed.
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The Centers for Independence opened its doors in 1938, helping WWII immigrants find jobs — and refuge. Today, our impact is just as compelling. We help people in need, from newborns to the elderly, gain greater independence.
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