Contact Information

806 Snow Hill Road
Salisbury, Maryland 21804
Telephone/TTY: (410)742-5052
FAX: (410)543-4874
E-mail:
Web Address: http://www.dila.org

Other Office location:

Easton Office
408 N. Washington St.
Easton, Maryland 21601
Telephone/TTY: (410)820-9375
FAX: (410)820-9477

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Services Offered

Supported Employment, Residential, Individual Support Services, Respite Care, Community Supported Living Arrangements, Transportation.

Individuals Have the Following Types of Disabilities:
Deafness/Severe Hearing Impairment, Blindness/Severe Visual Impairment, Mental Retardation, Mental Disorder, Specific Learning Disability, Speech/Language Impairment, Epilepsy/Seizure Disorder

Number of Individuals Currently Being Served: 58

Ages Served: 18 and older

Home Region of DDA: Eastern

Counties Served: Caroline, Cecil, Kent, Queen Anne's Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester Conuties, Out of State.

Year Established: 1982

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Mission Statement

The mission of Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. (DILA) is to promote independent living among individuals with the primary diagnosis of deafness with focus on the development and improvement of life skills, vocational skills and community awareness.

Unique and Distinctive Qualities

DILA provides a variety of services to individuals who are Deaf or have a hearing loss with other disabilities. These services include information and referral, residential supports, independent living skills, supported employment and other supports as needed. Rservices may be provided in the individuals home or in one of the ten houses located on the Eastern Shore. Each home is completely adapted for deaf and hearing impaired individuals. Services are highly individualized and designed to meet the needs and desires of each person. Independent living skills may include money management, household management, personal management, social skills development, accessing community resources, TTY training, organizational skills, sign language training, transportation services or drivers education, etc. Services are provided based on the input received from interested parties, including the individual and are provided in American Sign Language. When needed, interpreting services are also provided.

Discuss How Your Agency Has Utilized The "Ask Me!" Survey Results.

Consumers enthusiatically participated in the "Ask Me" Project by providing feedback and comments on how services were provided. Results of the project are still pending. Once the results are compiled, the Quality Assurance Committee will meet to review the results and incorporated into the Quality Assurance Plan.

The "Ask Me!" Survey Results is available for the general public

Describe your quality assurance practices, including any agency accreditations

Consumers are encouraged to participate in the Ask Me! Project, the Eastern Shore Monitoring Project and Self Advocacy groups.

How Does Your Agency Support People In Becoming Active Members Of Their Community?

Residential, independent living, community involvement and supported employment supports are provided to consumers are also kept informed about social events, activities and clubs related to their interest.

Steps Individuals Must Take to Apply for Services:

Individuals my call the agency, walk in or visit the website at http://www.dila.org for assistance to apply for Developmental Disabilities Administration's (DDA) services.

Special Considerations/Comments: None.

Funding Sources: DDA, DORS, Division of Rehabilitation Services, The State of New Jersey, Fee for services and private contributions.

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