Independent Living Center of Kern County

The mission of Independent Living Center of Kern County (ILCKC) is to empower people with disabilities to grow creatively, professionally, and personally, and educate the community about disability related issues. It is the vision of ILCKC is to promote positive change in society, leading to the integration and acceptance of persons with disabilities within our community.

ILCKC is a non-profit agency who serves all people living with a disability. We offer programs and services at t our agency to asssist people with disabilities in living their lives as independently as possible.

Programs & Services Include:

• Information and Referral
• Assistive Technology (AT)
• Transitions
• Housing Resources
• Independent Living Skills
• Peer-to-Peer Support
• Personal Assistance Services
• Advocacy
• Systems Change
• Individual

Jimmie has been the Executive Director of the Independent Living Center of Kern County since 2011. He earned a Master’s Degree in Education Administration and Supervision and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, both from California State University, Fresno. While in college, Jimmie was an active member of the Advocates for Students with Disabilities. Jimmie is an active member of the California Foundation for Independent Living Centers Board and their Executive Committee. He has been appointed to the State Independent Living Council (SILC) since 2013, and is on the State Plan for Independent Living committee with the SILC. He is a proud member of the local VOICED coalition, comprised of other non-profit Directors throughout Kern County. He is also a proud member of the Bakersfield East Rotary Club.