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THE resource for people with disabilities in the Greater Milwaukee area.

www.independencefirst.org

#disabilityrights #disabilityadvocate
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Big thanks to @cbs58.bsky.social for visiting Independence First today and spotlighting accessibility in action! 💙
Watch the story here: cbs58.com/news/interna...

#IDPD #DisabilityInclusion #AccessibilityForAll
International Day of Persons with Disabilities: How Independence First is helping people in the Milwaukee community
MILWAUKEE (CBS 58) -- Independence First in Milwaukee's Walker's Point neighborhood, helps people with technology, education, and resources-- like, loans and grants. They not only advocate for persons
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December 3, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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Allow us to be the First to wish a Happy December First from all of us at Independence First! ❄️ Wishing you a joyful start to the month.
December 1, 2025 at 2:36 PM
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Today we honor Transgender Day of Remembrance and the lives lost to anti-trans violence.

Our Youth Services Coordinator Logan Edmonds (they/them) led staff education this week and created a public showcase on trans rights

🏳️‍⚧️💙#TransDayOfRemembrance #TransRightsAreHumanRights
A photo of a young trans woman who was shot to death in August of 2025. She had brown hair and wore pearls. She's smiling in the photograph. Post cards arranged on a table ready to be filled out. One side reads "support and protect trans lives." the other side features a heart graphic overlayed with the transgender rights flag and the text "protect trans lives" A person gives a presentation to a room of about one dozen listeners. They are standing beside a projection screen with text about trans rights on display. A person gives a presentation behind a podium to a room of listeners. Behind them is a projection screen with information about transphobia.
November 20, 2025 at 6:06 PM
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Cooking up independence! 👩‍🍳💙

Since October, our Youth Leadership Coordinator Yer has been meeting 1:1 with Emmalee, who set a goal to build her cooking skills. Today she made gluten-free chicken enchiladas and did almost all the cooking herself!

Proud of her progress and confidence. 🙌
Two young women smile and pose for a photo in the kitchen at Independence First. The woman on the left has a purple sweater and glasses. The woman on the right has a denim jacket and dark brown hair. A young woman in a purple sweater smiles as she unwraps a head of fresh lettuce in the kitchen at Independence First. A young woman with a purple sweater slices onions on a cutting board. Another young woman is standing beside her watching. A young woman unwraps a head of lettuce. Another young woman arranges ingredients on a table beside her.
November 19, 2025 at 2:08 PM
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🌲 Happy #NationalTakeAHikeDay! At Independence First, we believe fresh air and nature are for everyone. Discover how to get outside on four of Wisconsin’s most wheelchair-accessible trails thanks to Travel Wisconsin. It makes for an inclusive adventure! ➡️ www.travelwisconsin.com/article/trai...
Wheelchair Accessible Hiking in Wisconsin | Travel Wisconsin
Find fun without limits at these Wisconsin trails and parks, each bursting with natural beauty and accessible to adventurers of all abilities.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:43 PM
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Today we served 69 seniors at our monthly Food Distribution with Hunger Task Force ! ❤️

Huge thanks to the volunteers from Capital First Trust Company for helping deliver food boxes right to each car.

Grateful for strong community partnerships during the holiday season.💙
A group of 8 people pose for a picture smiling. A line of cars await volunteers with food boxes from Hunger Task Force. Fresh red apples in a box ready for distribution. A woman in a blue coat approaches a white car with a bag of food items.
November 14, 2025 at 7:11 PM
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🏡 November is National Care at Home Month!

We’re celebrating the caregivers, personal care workers, and consumers who make independent living at home possible.

Everyone deserves the choice to live where they feel safe and supported. 💙

Learn more: IndependenceFirst.org
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November 13, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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💸 Ladies, ready to take charge of your finances?

Join Independence First & Summit Credit Union for a FREE Women’s Financial Education Workshop on Dec 11 at 4 PM

Learn to budget, build credit, and earn $50 just for attending!

Details and how to sign up here ->

independencefirst.org/money
Women’s Financial Education Series
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November 12, 2025 at 8:33 PM
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Have you ever felt left behind because of a disability?

You’re not alone — and you shouldn’t have to be.

Tell us about a time accessibility made a difference… or when it was missing.
November 10, 2025 at 5:22 PM
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Independence First is hiring! Join our award-winning team.
We are seeking a full-time, salaried Controller.
For application and more information, visit: atsod.com/j/s.cfm/18G5
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July 1, 2025 at 5:32 PM
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It's almost Youth Leadership Summit time! If someone you know is a high-school student with a disability, join us for a week of fun & advocacy! The program runs 6/23- 6/27 from 10AM-4PM at the Independence First main office. Lunch provided! To register: www.independencefirst.org/Events/Youth...
Two youth leaders smile for a photo wearing Independence First youth leadership summit t-shirts
June 10, 2025 at 8:55 PM
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This week we are happy to be hosting five Governor-appointed disability councils and committees. Thank you to Lieutenant Governor @lgsararodriguez.bsky.social for supporting people with disabilities!
Lieutenant Governor Sara Rodriguez speaks to committees and councils on disability at Independence First with an ASL interpreter at her side.
April 29, 2025 at 9:11 PM
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We recently had a conversation with CW18 Milwaukee's program, Connect MKE. Watch the video to learn more about our resources for people with disabilities in Milwaukee: youtu.be/4y9taQPZGEA?... #disabilityrights #milwaukee
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March 26, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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Take action against cuts to #Medicaid! Share your story on March 27th from 1-3PM. Let lawmakers, officials & the public know how you feel! This event will be held at Independence First, 540 S. 1st St. in Milwaukee. #SAVEMEDICAID!

For details and to RSVP to speak visit: bit.ly/3Fn13r4
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March 18, 2025 at 8:48 PM