BAIN Inc., Center for Independent Living
Bainbridge Advocacy Individual Network
BAIN is a Center for Independent Living dedicated to promoting
independence and improving the quality of life for individuals with
disabilities in South Georgia. BAIN, Inc is a non-profit,
non-residential center serving eleven counties throughout southwest Georgia.
BAIN Inc. is governed and staffed by people with disabilities. 51%of the
Board of Directors and staff are people with disabilities. The foundation of
their services are the peer supporter relationship; people with disabilities
assisting other people with disabilities as role models and mentors.
BAIN, Inc can assist with:
Information and Referral
BAIN has a resource room equipped with books, videos, audiocassettes and a
computer with internet access.
They can assist with finding accessible housing, transportation and personal
care givers. They maintain an entire database of resource information.
The BAIN staff will help you learn who to call and what to ask. Knowledge
is power.
Peer Support
One of the center’s greatest roles is sharing experiences and offering
encouragement form someone who has “been there”. Support from peers can
assist you as you explore integration into the community. The center offers
a service in which a person with a disability can work with other persons
who have disabilities and who live independently. The objective is to
explore options and to solve problems that sometimes make adjustments to a
newly acquired disability difficult.
Individual and Systems Advocacy
BAIN knows that it is important to know your rights and advocate for them.
If you need assistance overcoming personal, governmental or institutional
barriers that may limit your potential to live and function independently,
they can give you the information you need to overcome them.
Self-advocacy is the best advocacy of all
Independent Living Skills Training
BAIN offers information and workshops on topics such as finances, money
management skills, home modifications, personal attendant management and how
to access community support systems. BAIN will assist you on an individual,
personalized basis.
BAIN also offers:
| Transportation Voucher Program |
Computer Recycling |
| Low Cost Eyeglass Program |
Loan Closet |
| Ramps/Assistive Technology |
Resource Library |
| Computer with Internet Access |
Assistive Devices |
| Alternative formats: Large Print, Audio Cassette and Braille |
BAIN meeting are open to the public.
They meet the 4th Thursday of each month at 6:00p.m.
Open Mon-Fri. 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Closed Holidays
316 West Shotwell Street
229-246-0150 1-888-830-1530
Fax 229-246-1715 E-mail
Website: www.baincil.org
