Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation (CPRF) is located in Wichita and GILA is a program open to the whole state. It is not waiver funded and is for anyone over the age of 18 with any diagnosis. It is asked that the person has a want to be more independent and thinking about or wanting to live on their own. Each participant needs to be able to be on their own overnight, on weekends, and holidays. GILA provides a safe opportunity for an individual to try living on their own, increase their independent living skills, and have an assessment showing their strengths and where the individual still needs supports. The participant helps set goals to work on areas of independent living and to help with their long term goals.
