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Full Resource Name:

Empower: abilities - Branson MO

Address

118 1/2 North 3rd Street
Branson, MO 65616

(417) 886-1188

www.swcil.org

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AKA:

Southwest Center for Independent Living Branson

Description:

Branson office of Southwest Center for Independent Living. Provides home and community-based supports, programs and services, including advocacy and resources, that allow people with disabilities to choose how and where they live in their community in the least restrictive environment. Services include bathroom modification services, kitchen modification services, ramp construction services, protection and advocacy for individuals with disabilities, assistive technology equipment loan, assistive technology information, disease/disability information, centers for independent living, independent living skills instruction, attendant services for people with disabilities, benefits screening arts and crafts instruction, health/disability related support groups, social clubs/events, special interest clubs, peer counseling, building materials/supplies donation programs, daily living aid donation programs, walking aid donation programs, and wheelchair donation programs.

Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

ALSO KNOWN AS
SCIL
SWCIL
SOUTHWEST CENTER FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING

Hours:

Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

EMPOWER: ABILITIES

Date of Official Change:

May 16, 2025

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

118 1/2 North 3rd Street
Branson, MO 65616

Contacts

Agency E-mail

(417) 886-1188

info@empowerabilities.org

Juli Jordan

Director of Marketing

(417) 886-1188

julij@empowerabilities.org

Phone Numbers

Main

(417) 886-1188

Fax

(417) 239-2735

Toll Free

(800) 676-7245

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Services

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Assistive Technology Equipment Loan

Description

Provides some assistive technology equipment through a loan and donation program. CAPACITY Loans or donations depend on equipment on hand

Hours

Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

Required Documents

No Documentation Required

Eligibility

People with disabilities Some income guidelines may apply, call for details

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email Internet

Languages

English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

Service Area

Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

  • Missouri
    • Stone County
      • Taney County
      Click here to see this service (LH-0650.0250) and related services within the Service Tree.
      Attendant Services for People With Disabilities

      Description

      Provides consumer-directed services for adults with disabilities, attendants assist with daily living activities.

      Hours

      Varies depending on services requested. Call for more information.

      Required Documents

      Must be eligible for Medicaid, call for details

      Eligibility

      Age 18 years and older with disabilities

      Fees

      Medicaid

      Intake Procedure

      Call Or Come In To Apply Internet

      Languages

      English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

      Service Area

      Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

      • Missouri
        • Stone County
          • Taney County
          Click here to see this service (PH-0500) and related services within the Service Tree.
          Bathroom Modification Services

          Description

          Provides bathroom modifications that increase accessibility.

          Hours

          Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

          Required Documents

          No Documentation Required

          Eligibility

          People with disabilities Some income guidelines, call for details

          Fees

          No Fees

          Intake Procedure

          Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email

          Languages

          English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

          Service Area

          Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

          • Missouri
            • Stone County
              • Taney County
              Click here to see this service (BH-3000.3500-100) and related services within the Service Tree.
              Benefits Screening

              Description

              Provides information and assistance regarding Social Security benefits.

              Hours

              Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

              Required Documents

              No Documentation Required

              Eligibility

              People with disabilities

              Fees

              No Fees

              Intake Procedure

              Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email Internet

              Languages

              English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

              Service Area

              Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

              • Missouri
                • Stone County
                  • Taney County
                  Click here to see this service (PH-0700) and related services within the Service Tree.
                  Building Materials/Supplies Donation Programs

                  Description

                  Accepts donations of building materials and work tools that are in good condition and not be in need of repair, the material will be used to construct ramps. The donations are not sold as a way to earn money for the program and a donation pick-up service is not available.

                  Hours

                  Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                  Required Documents

                  No Documentation Required

                  Eligibility

                  No Restrictions

                  Fees

                  No Fees

                  Intake Procedure

                  Contact Jen Reese by phone at (417) 886-1188

                  Languages

                  English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                  Service Area

                  Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                  Geography Served

                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                  • Missouri
                    • Stone County
                      • Taney County
                      Click here to see this service (TI-1800.1000) and related services within the Service Tree.
                      Centers for Independent Living

                      Description

                      Provides home and community-based supports, programs and services, including advocacy and resources, that allow people with disabilities to choose how and where they live in their community in the least restrictive environment.

                      Hours

                      Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                      Required Documents

                      No Documentation Required

                      Eligibility

                      Anyone with a disability

                      Fees

                      No Fees

                      Intake Procedure

                      Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email Internet

                      Languages

                      English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                      Service Area

                      Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                      Geography Served

                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                      • Missouri
                        • Stone County
                          • Taney County
                          Click here to see this service (LR-1550) and related services within the Service Tree.
                          Daily Living Aid Donation Programs

                          Description

                          Accepts donations of daily living aids that are in good condition and not be in need of repair. Donations are not sold as a way to earn money for the program and a donation pick-up service is not available.

                          Hours

                          Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                          Required Documents

                          No Documentation Required

                          Eligibility

                          No Restrictions

                          Fees

                          No Fees

                          Intake Procedure

                          Contact Jen Reese by phone at (417) 886-1188

                          Languages

                          English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                          Service Area

                          Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                          Geography Served

                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                          • Missouri
                            • Stone County
                              • Taney County
                              Click here to see this service (TI-1800.5000-180) and related services within the Service Tree.
                              Disease/Disability Information

                              Description

                              Provides a wide range of information about disabilities.

                              Hours

                              Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                              Required Documents

                              No Documentation Required

                              Eligibility

                              No Restrictions

                              Fees

                              No Fees

                              Intake Procedure

                              Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email Internet

                              Languages

                              English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                              Service Area

                              Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                              Geography Served

                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                              • Missouri
                                • Stone County
                                  • Taney County
                                  Click here to see this service (LH-2700.1700) and related services within the Service Tree.
                                  Home Modification Consultation

                                  Description

                                  Provides home modifications that increase accessibility.

                                  Hours

                                  Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                                  Required Documents

                                  No Documentation Required

                                  Eligibility

                                  People with disabilities Some income guidelines, call for details

                                  Fees

                                  No Fees

                                  Intake Procedure

                                  Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email

                                  Languages

                                  English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                                  Service Area

                                  Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                                  Geography Served

                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                                  • Missouri
                                    • Stone County
                                      • Taney County
                                      Click here to see this service (BH-3000.3545) and related services within the Service Tree.
                                      Independent Living Skills Instruction

                                      Description

                                      Provides independent living skills instruction for people with disabilities.

                                      Hours

                                      Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                                      Required Documents

                                      No Documentation Required

                                      Eligibility

                                      People with disabilities

                                      Fees

                                      No Fees

                                      Intake Procedure

                                      Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email Internet

                                      Languages

                                      English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                                      Service Area

                                      Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                                      Geography Served

                                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                                      • Missouri
                                        • Stone County
                                          • Taney County
                                          Click here to see this service (LR-3200) and related services within the Service Tree.
                                          Kitchen Modification Services

                                          Description

                                          Provides kitchen modifications that increase accessibility.

                                          Hours

                                          Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                                          Required Documents

                                          No Documentation Required

                                          Eligibility

                                          People with disabilities Some income guidelines, call for details

                                          Fees

                                          No Fees

                                          Intake Procedure

                                          Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email

                                          Languages

                                          English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                                          Service Area

                                          Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                                          Geography Served

                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                                          • Missouri
                                            • Stone County
                                              • Taney County
                                              Click here to see this service (BH-3000.3500-350) and related services within the Service Tree.
                                              Peer Counseling

                                              Description

                                              Provides peer support for individuals with disabilities.

                                              Hours

                                              Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                                              Required Documents

                                              No Documentation Required

                                              Eligibility

                                              People with disabilities

                                              Fees

                                              No Fees

                                              Intake Procedure

                                              Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email

                                              Languages

                                              English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                                              Service Area

                                              Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                                              Geography Served

                                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                                              • Missouri
                                                • Stone County
                                                  • Taney County
                                                  Click here to see this service (RF-6500) and related services within the Service Tree.
                                                  Protection and Advocacy for Individuals With Disabilities

                                                  Description

                                                  Provides advocacy for individuals with disabilities.

                                                  Hours

                                                  Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                                                  Required Documents

                                                  No Documentation Required

                                                  Eligibility

                                                  People with disabilities

                                                  Fees

                                                  No Fees

                                                  Intake Procedure

                                                  Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email Internet

                                                  Languages

                                                  English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                                                  Service Area

                                                  Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                                                  Geography Served

                                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                                                  • Missouri
                                                    • Stone County
                                                      • Taney County
                                                      Click here to see this service (FT-1000.6600) and related services within the Service Tree.
                                                      Ramp Construction Services

                                                      Description

                                                      Provides ramp construction modifications that increase accessibility.

                                                      Hours

                                                      Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                                                      Required Documents

                                                      No Documentation Required

                                                      Eligibility

                                                      People with disabilities Some income guidelines, call for details

                                                      Fees

                                                      No Fees

                                                      Intake Procedure

                                                      Call Or Come In To Apply Write For Service Email

                                                      Languages

                                                      English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                                                      Service Area

                                                      Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                                                      Geography Served

                                                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                                                      • Missouri
                                                        • Stone County
                                                          • Taney County
                                                          Click here to see this service (BH-3000.3500-700) and related services within the Service Tree.
                                                          Rent Rebate/Tax Credit Information [Temporarily Unavailable]

                                                          Description

                                                          Provides assistance in filling out forms to receive a renter's rebate from the State of Missouri.

                                                          Hours

                                                          By Appointment Only. Call for more information.

                                                          Required Documents

                                                          Call for details

                                                          Eligibility

                                                          Individuals with disabilities

                                                          Fees

                                                          No Fees

                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                          Appointment Required

                                                          Languages

                                                          English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                                                          Service Area

                                                          Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                                                          Geography Served

                                                          None

                                                          Click here to see this service (DT-8700.7000) and related services within the Service Tree.
                                                          Social Clubs/Events [Temporarily Unavailable]

                                                          Geography Served

                                                          None

                                                          Click here to see this service (PS-8000) and related services within the Service Tree.
                                                          Walking Aid Donation Programs

                                                          Description

                                                          Accepts donations of walking aids that are in good condition and not be in need of repair. Donations are not sold as a way to earn money for the program and a donation pick-up service is not available.

                                                          Hours

                                                          Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                                                          Required Documents

                                                          No Documentation Required

                                                          Eligibility

                                                          No Restrictions

                                                          Fees

                                                          No Fees

                                                          Intake Procedure

                                                          Contact Jen Reese by phone at (417) 886-1188

                                                          Languages

                                                          English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                                                          Service Area

                                                          Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                                                          Geography Served

                                                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                                                          • Missouri
                                                            • Stone County
                                                              • Taney County
                                                              Click here to see this service (TI-1800.5000-850) and related services within the Service Tree.
                                                              Wheelchair Donation Programs

                                                              Description

                                                              Accepts donations of wheelchairs that are in good condition and not be in need of repair. Donations are not sold as a way to earn money for the program and a donation pick-up service is not available.

                                                              Hours

                                                              Mon-Fri - generally 8:00am to 12:00pm (Noon) and 1:00pm to 5:00pm, call to confirm

                                                              Required Documents

                                                              No Documentation Required

                                                              Eligibility

                                                              No Restrictions

                                                              Fees

                                                              No Fees

                                                              Intake Procedure

                                                              Contact Jen Reese by phone at (417) 886-1188

                                                              Languages

                                                              English Accommodations can be made for language interpreters and translators, especially in the Spanish, Russian and Romanian languages, call for details

                                                              Service Area

                                                              Stone and Taney counties in Missouri

                                                              Geography Served

                                                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete coverage are listed in black.

                                                              • Missouri
                                                                • Stone County
                                                                  • Taney County
                                                                  Click here to see this service (TI-1800.5000-900) and related services within the Service Tree.