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Aug 6 (All day)
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Aug 9 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Aug 10 - 10:00am - 2:00pm
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Aug 10 - 10:00am - 12:00pm
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Aug 11 - 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Upcoming Events
Special Message
Panhandle ILC is your "Key to Independence" a symbol of the assistance and encouragement we offer to people with disabilities. More than 50 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."
Susan Stokes Earns State Recognition
PILC Board President Susan Stokes has received this year’s highest honor within the Texas Department of State Health Services.
PILC President Susan Stokes
The “Texans Caring for Texans” award is presented annually to employees who go above and beyond the call of duty. As a DSHS Program Specialist, Susan recruits, trains and exercises volunteers throughout the Panhandle region’s emergency “points of distribution.” Her tireless effort has resulted in her counties being made ready to respond to emergencies.
In addition to her vast responsibilities at DSHS, Susan is dedicated to helping others in her community. Since 2008, she has served as President of PILC’s Board of Directors and for many years supported the Center’s fundraising events. She is also active in the ARC of Potter and Randall Counties, Catholic Family Services, and Council for People with Disabilities. In her "spare time,” she serves as Second Vice President for the Amarillo North Lions Club.
Susan will be formally recognized by state officials during a reception and award presentation on August 10th. Her contributions to Texas, her community and people with disabilities are immeasurable.
