Margie & Luis

A Residential Access Story

In this video, "Margie & Luis", we talk with The CIL Residential Access Coordinator, Margie Cochran, about how one particular client came to the attention of The CIL.  We sit down with the client, Luis, a 20-year-old from Oakland, as he explains how the new ramp, provided by The CIL, has helped him to live more independently.    
 

Residential Access Program

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By building or installing various home modifications, The CIL helps residents live more safely and independently in their homes.  Our Residential Access Specialist will do a home assessment to figure out the best modifications to meet your specific needs.

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Examples of modifications include:

• Exterior lifts or ramps, grab bars, standing poles

• Flexible shower hoses

• Flashing doorbells

• Tactile stair tread

• Handrails and much more

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This program is free for low to moderate income Berkeley residents who have a verified disability, whether homeowner or renter.

If you do not fit the requirements for this program, CIL has a fee-for-service consultation for homeowners who live in the East Bay to determine the best ways to make their homes more accessible.

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Designing a Ramp |

The CIL Residential Access Program

In this short video, "Designing a Ramp", Residential Access Coordinator, Margie Cochran explains the process behind designing a ramp for a Residential Access client.

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