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Boston Center for Independent Living Core Services

Boston Center for Independent Living

Boston, Massachusetts - Suffolk County

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Jun 3, 2026

Area

Greater Boston

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Map and directions

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60 Temple Place, Boston, MA 02111

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Provider overview

Boston Center for Independent Living helps people with disabilities and families navigate independent living services, peer mentoring, advocacy, youth transition, housing, transportation, assistive technology, and community participation.

Boston Center for Independent Living is a nonprofit independent living center created by and for people with disabilities, with Boston and Dorchester locations and a focus on advocacy, practical skills, peer support, and community participation.

Quick facts

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Ages
People with disabilities of all ages; youth transition services are described for high school students ages 14-22
Season
Year-round services, with youth programs and events varying by schedule
Cost
Independent living center services are described as community services; families should confirm eligibility, service availability, and any program-specific costs before enrolling.

Location contacts

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1 public contact

Boston Center for Independent Living

60 Temple Place, Boston, MA 02111

The homepage lists the Boston office, a Dorchester Avenue location, phone, TTY, and fax; families should ask which site or remote option fits their service need.

Programs and offerings

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Program details found
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Independent living core services and youth transition support

Peer mentoring, skills training, advocacy, information and referral, transition planning, youth programs, and practical navigation for Greater Boston disability community members.

Ages
People with disabilities of all ages; youth transition services are described for high school students ages 14-22
Season
Year-round services, with youth programs and events varying by schedule
Schedule
Core services are year-round by contact and appointment; summer youth programs and transition activities follow posted or staff-confirmed schedules.
Cost
Independent living center services are described as community services; families should confirm eligibility, service availability, and any program-specific costs before enrolling.
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Listing check

Last checked
Jun 3, 2026
Why this is listed
The official BCIL brochure says the center provides peer mentoring, skills training, information and referral, advocacy, transition into the community, PCA services, youth transition support for ages 14-22, employment-themed soft skills workshops, housing navigation, assistive technology guidance, and direct services led by staff with disability experience; the official homepage lists Boston and Dorchester locations with phone and TTY.
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Location contacts
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Program details we found

Independent living core services and youth transition support

The official BCIL brochure says the center provides peer mentoring, skills training, information and referral, advocacy, transition into the community, PCA services, youth transition support for ages 14-22, employment-themed soft skills workshops, housing navigation, assistive technology guidance, and direct services led by staff with disability experience; the official homepage lists Boston and Dorchester locations with phone and TTY.

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Inclusion and support details

What the provider says: BCIL describes peer mentoring, skills training, information and referral, advocacy, transition into the community, PCA services, youth transition ages 14-22, paid internships, employment soft skills workshops, housing, healthcare, transportation, adaptive technology, communication equipment, IEP and ITP guidance, and staff with disability experience.

Access notes to confirm: Families should ask which BCIL service team fits their goal, whether youth transition support is available now, how to access peer mentoring or advocacy help, whether TTY or alternate communication is preferred, and what documents to bring for housing, PCA, IEP, or transition planning.

What we checked

What we found: The official BCIL brochure says the center provides peer mentoring, skills training, information and referral, advocacy, transition into the community, PCA services, youth transition support for ages 14-22, employment-themed soft skills workshops, housing navigation, assistive technology guidance, and direct services led by staff with disability experience; the official homepage lists Boston and Dorchester locations with phone and TTY.

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What to confirm

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Questions to ask before you register

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Is Boston Center for Independent Living Core Services reviewed for quality by Inclusive Programs Guide?

No. This listing is informational and based on public sources. It is not a rating, ranking, quality review, or safety evaluation.

What information should families confirm with Boston Center for Independent Living?

Families should confirm current availability, registration deadlines, eligibility, support level, staff training, safety policies, cost, schedule, and fit before enrolling.

Where did the listing information come from?

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