607-272-2433
FLIC offers services for Information and Referral, Independent Living Skills and Training, Peer Counseling, and Individual and Systems Advocacy, support and programs, to people in the community with disabilities.
Benefits Education and Employment Assistance, Employment Services, Student Transition Services.
You name it we’ve probably got it.
Walkers, wheelchairs, transport chairs, tub transfer benches, canes, quad canes, and more
Come join us as we support each other as we learn, share, and experience ways to live a more peaceful, happier, and empowered life.
If you would like more control over the in-home services you receive, CDPAP is designed to offer you this opportunity.
Free, unbiased information about long term services and supports in New York State for people of all ages or with any type of disability
Peer Support is an opportunity for you to talk to a “peer,” someone with similar experiences, about your goals, options, ideas, and issues you may be facing.
We have experienced staff who will help you find the information or services you need.
Individual Care
Jan has been the Executive Director at the Finger Lakes Independence Center (FLIC) since April 2014.
Tracy became the Chief Operations Officer in June of 2023, a newly created position to focus on compliance, policy creation …
Bookkeeper
CDPAP/EISEP Coordinator
Cheryl maintains the agency’s fiscal reports, accounts, billing, and payroll, as well as coordinates our Consumer Directed …
Jeff has been with FLIC for over 20 years. He uses his personal and professional experience to help people with disabilities …
As an Advocacy and Support Specialist, Valerie helps people with disabilities with life skills, finances, housing …
Andrea (she/her) is an Advocacy Specialist at FLIC. She enjoys using her own experiences with disability …
Rashke (they/them) is the Benefits Advisor here at FLIC. As a benefits advisor, they primarily help people manage …
Teressa works with the statewide NY Connects: No Wrong Door initiative. Across New York State, NY Connects specialists …
Lindsey works as the central hub of the FLIC office, answering phones, greeting visitors, assisting with the Loan Closet …
Ila (she/her) is the new employment advocate at FLIC where she brings professional experience and lived experience to …
Brian works as the Ramp Specialist to install and maintain the aluminum modular ramps we loan to people. …
In May of 1988 the Finger Lakes Independence Center (FLIC) was incorporated and began operating as an independent living center. Originally located in the Clinton West Plaza, FLIC moved to our current location at 215 Fifth Street in 2003.
More InfoTo empower all people with disabilities while creating an inclusive society through the elimination of social and architectural barriers.
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FLIC helps individuals understand their rights and
identify solutions to barriers preventing full
participation in their community
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FLIC helps individuals understand their rights and
identify solutions to barriers preventing full
participation in their community
Voice: (607) 272-2433
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215 Fifth Street
Ithaca NY 14850
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