Independent living centers (ILC) provide support services to adults with physical disabilities. Originally created through federal funding, most ILC serve urban areas, leaving a large rural area and its population unreached by independent living ideas or services. Data on the expansion of the ILC service model to rural areas are presented. The need for further program development is discussed.
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