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Panhandle ILC is your "Key to Independence" a symbol of the assistance and encouragement we offer to people with disabilities. More than 40 years ago in California, a group of people living in nursing homes simply because they were disabled, refused to give up their rights. Working together, they formed the first Independent Living Center, left the nursing homes, and began advocating for themselves.
This spirit continues in Centers all across America and in Amarillo where we help fill in the gaps left by other agencies. We encourage people to become their own advocates, take risks, accept responsibility, and gain control over their own lives. It's about participating as full and equal members of the community.
The philosophy behind Independent Living is that: "Everyone, regardless of disability, should have equal access to the rights and responsibilities that each citizen has to be as active and productive a member of society as he chooses to be."
An Affair to Remember...
An Affair to Remember...
A dazzling array of entertainers, one extraordinary chef, and a wedding announcement highlighted a joyful “Heart to Heart Affair.”
Many guests who attended the Valentine’s weekend event enjoyed dancing to the music of Marc Durham’s ever-popular Texas Blues Rangers. For others, the evening was also a concert featuring the singing group of MOLVID (Molly Cox, David Freyer along with Chris Crowley), vocalist Pat Pruett, pianist Virgil Morton and Rob Robledo performing as “Elvis.”
Master Chef T. Jay Reeves drew applause for his personally prepared desserts. Each guest received servings of three different creations which were served by PILC Board members and staff. Everyone agreed that his culinary treats were "to die for."
Doug and Cynthia “The Betrothed” The evening’s most romantic moment was provided by PILC staff members Cynthia Pacheco and Doug Hammett who announced their engagement. Cynthia is PILC’s Youth Coordinator and Doug is Outreach Coordinator. The veteran employees have been dating for several years and will wed July 16, 2011.
More photos from “The Affair” are available at www.panhandleilc.org. We appreciate additional photos by Auxiliary member Tara Thornton.
