The BVCIL is a consumer-based, consumer-controlled, cross-disability, cross-cultural, non-residential, private nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization focusing on Connecting People to the Power of Independence!

BVCIL opened our doors to the public on January 2, 2011 to address state-level priorities for providing independent living services to un-served or under-served populations in the counties of Brazos, Burleson, Grimes (added in 2020), Madison, Robertson, and Washington.

The BVCIL provides five core independent living services: (a) information and referral, (b) IL skills training, (c) peer support, including cross-disability peer support; (d) individual and systems advocacy, and (e) transitional services. The BVCIL, as directed by its consumer-controlled board of directors, offers an array of independent living services to fulfill its mission, such as:
>Adaptive and assistive technology supports (e.g., equipment loan and recycling);
>Supports related to securing affordable and accessible housing;
>Transportation and mobility training;
>Supports and training for individuals with cognitive and sensory disabilities including life skills training, interpreter, and reader services;
>Personal assistance supports, including attendant care and training of personnel that provide these services;
>Consumer information programs on the rehabilitation and IL services available under the Rehab Act, especially for un-served and under-served populations;
>Education and training necessary for living and participating in community activities;
>Transitioning into or out of a nursing home, or for recent graduates transitioning into living on their own;
>Individual and group social and recreational services; and,
>Training to develop skills specifically designed for youths who are individuals with significant disabilities to promote self-awareness and esteem, develop advocacy and self-empowerment skills, and explore career options.

For more information, please call our office at 979-776-5505 or contact us by email at info@bvcil.org.