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Answers to common questions about SOCIL, with quick links to the information you need. Select any question to expand it.

What is the Southeastern Ohio Center for Independent Living (SOCIL)?
SOCIL is a non-profit, non-residential Center for Independent Living that helps people of all ages with all types of disabilities live independently. Our foundation is peer relationships — people with disabilities assisting others as role models and mentors. Learn more on our About page.
Which counties does SOCIL serve?
SOCIL serves nine counties in southeastern Ohio: Athens, Fairfield, Hocking, Jackson, Meigs, Morgan, Perry, Vinton and Washington. Core services are centered in Fairfield and Hocking Counties.
How do I contact SOCIL?
Call us at (740) 689-1494, or use our Contact page.
Are SOCIL’s services free?
Yes. Services at SOCIL are free to anyone with a disability in the southeast Ohio region.
What services does SOCIL offer?
SOCIL offers Accessibility Complaints, Adaptive Sports, Advocacy Support, Assistive Technology, Community Resources, Community-Based Living, Independent Living Skills, and Youth School Transitions.
How do I report an accessibility or ADA complaint?
If you know of an ADA violation, contact SOCIL at 740-689-1494 in Fairfield and Hocking County so we can investigate. See Accessibility Complaints.
What adaptive sports can I participate in?
Wheelchair basketball, boccia, bocce, wheelchair football, pickleball, goal ball, disc golf, cornhole and more. See Adaptive Sports.
Can I borrow assistive technology or equipment?
Yes — SOCIL loans laptops, iPads, hotspots, portable ramps, sensory items and daily living aids. See Assistive Technology.
How can SOCIL help my child transition from school?
SOCIL helps with IEP goals, post-secondary and employment transitions, and provides accessible High School Transition Resource Guides for Fairfield and Hocking Counties. See Youth School Transitions.
Where can I find community resources like transportation or housing?
Our Community Resources directory lists transportation, housing, legal aid, jobs, food and medication assistance across Fairfield and Hocking Counties.
How do I leave a long-term care facility or find community-based living?
SOCIL connects you with housing, personal care assistance and transportation to live independently. Call 740-689-1494. See Community-Based Living.
How do I get the newsletter or see upcoming events?
Read our monthly Communication Pulse newsletter, or check Upcoming Events for adaptive sports, wellness walks, open swim and more.
Can I volunteer, join the board, or donate?
Yes. See Recent News for board member and scholarship opportunities, or visit our Donate page.
Is SOCIL a nonprofit? Are donations tax deductible?
SOCIL is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt organization, and all donations are tax deductible.

Still have questions? Call (740) 689-1494 or visit our Contact page.