Voices For Independence Email Format
Consumer ServicesPennsylvania, United States51-200 Employees
Voices for Independence (VFI) is a nonprofit organization based in Erie, Pennsylvania, that operates in the consumer services sector with a focus on independent living for people with disabilities. Founded in 1993 as a consumer-driven alternative to existing supports, the organization designs programs to empower individuals to take control of their lives and participate as active members of their communities. A majority of VFI's leadership and membership are people with disabilities, and its services are shaped by the communities they serve. The organization emphasizes an independent living philosophy that highlights consumer control, peer support, self-determination, equal access, and advocacy at both the individual and systems levels. In addition to advocacy and supports, VFI promotes full inclusion of individuals with cross-disabilities into mainstream society. In 2020, the organization acquired a property on West Lake Road in Erie, reflecting growth in its service presence in the region.