From the Executive Director

Dear Independence Alliance Supporters,

With my article this month I am pleased to introduce our new Independence Alliance website!

One of the goals of our 2025-2027 Strategic Plan is to expand our outreach by engaging with the community. Our investment in designing this new website has produced a modern, high-performing digital asset that meets accessibility standards including:

·     Improved screen‑reader compatibility for smoother navigation

·     High‑contrast display options for better visibility

·     Keyboard‑friendly navigation across the entire site

·     Clearer layouts and simplified menus to reduce cognitive load

·     Accessible, user-friendly format 

·     Spanish translation

Our new website ensures that users have a better experience when visiting our site. I am pleased with the design of our new website and how it will engage the community. I invite you to have a look by clicking here.

Thank you for your ongoing support of our mission to empower people with disabilities to lead independent and inclusive lives in the community.

Rob

Rob Festenstein

Executive Director



Trivia: Which world‑renowned violinist, who uses leg braces and crutches due to childhood polio, has performed at major global events including U.S. presidential inaugurations and is celebrated as one of the greatest classical musicians of our time? The THIRD person to respond here with the correct answer will receive a $10 gift card.

Coming Soon - NEW Advisory Council

We are seeking people to serve on our Advisory Council to help us learn how we can best serve people with disabilities. An initial one-hour, in-person advisory council meeting will be scheduled for an early evening in April 2026 to gather feedback on how to effectively serve the community through peer groups, events, and services. If you are a person with a disability and interested in participating, email Debbie.

Are you a person living with a visual impairment or blindness?

Are you in need of assistive items such as mobility and navigation aids, computer access aids, reading aids, or daily living aids? Our Empowerment through Vision Project, funded by Greater Cincinnati Foundation, can obtain the items you need to increase your independence and enhance your quality of life. Complete and return the Referral Form, you will be notified when your request is approved. Most items can be shipped to your home. Email us with questions or for more information. More information here.

Join the Independence Alliance Team

We are currently seeking motivated and compassionate individuals to join our team.

Support Services Specialist

Core Services Specialist

We invite interested and qualified candidates to submit their resumes for consideration. Click on the job title to learn more about each position and how to apply.