Freedom Resource Center assists people in working towards goals they establish for themselves. Whether it be resources to learn a new skill, some help with advocacy to get a needed service, the support of a mentor, or basic information on programs or equipment, Freedom helps people make informed decisions about how they will live their lives. Services include:

Information, Referral and Assistance
Freedom Resource Center is your first point of contact for information on disability related resources. We provide information on any disability-related topics, referrals to appropriate agencies and programs, and assistance with completing forms, guidance through programs, policies, and procedures.
Program contacts: Bobbi Franks and Val Nielsen
E-mails: bobbif@freedomrc.org and teresec@freedomrc.org
Eligibility: Anyone seeking disability related information and referral.

Independent Living Skills
Freedom Resource Center offers individual and group training to increase independence in a variety of areas including budgeting, meal planning, use of public transportation, and social skills training, and other areas you may need help with to increase your independence.
Program Contact: Scott Burlingame
E-mail: scottb@freedomrc.org
Eligibility: Any person of any age who has a disability in the Freedom Resource Center coverage area.

Individual Advocacy
Freedom Resource Center staff provides assistance and/or representation in obtaining access to benefits, services and programs you may be eligible for. This includes teaching individuals to advocate for themselves and/or attending meetings with individuals. Freedom Resource Center works to ensure that people are empowered to make choices and have input in all aspects of their lives.
Program Contact: Scott Burlingame
E-mail: scottb@freedomrc.org
Eligibility: Any person of any age who has a disability in the Freedom Resource Center coverage area.

Peer Mentoring
Freedom Resource Center staff recruits and trains people with disabilities who can foster independence in others by becoming a peer mentor and matches them with individuals who may be experiencing similar situations. Mentors may work on goals with their assigned consumer such as budgeting, use of public transportation, social skills, etc.
Program Contact: Julie Dotzenrod
E-mail: julied@freedomrc.org
Eligibility: Any person of any age who has a disability in the Freedom Resource Center coverage area
Application to become a Peer Mentor

Transition Program
Freedom Resource Center staff assists youth (individually or in groups), particularly between 14-21, and their families with transition issues from high school to adult life.
Program Contact: Scott Burlingame
E-mail: scottb@freedomrc.org
Eligibility: Any person of any age who has a disability in the Freedom Resource Center coverage area