Community Living Task Force

Mission Statement: The mission of the Community Living Task Force (CLTF) is to enhance the ability of and opportunity for all Montanans with disabilities to achieve full inclusion in their communities and advocate for adequate access to affordable and accessible community living options. The CLTF includes all disabilities, mental and physical.

Description: the Community Living Task Force (CLTF) is comprised of representatives from each of Montana’s four Centers for Independent living and other community advocates. As part of the Montana Independent Living Network the Community Living Task Force, primarily focuses on legislative and systemic change initiatives in the following areas: 

1. Expanding and improving accessible and affordable housing programs that support independent living options for people with disabilities.
2. Eliminating barriers that limit community living opportunities for people with disabilities such as architectural and attitudinal barriers.
3. Increasing the accessibility of business and local, state and national government facilities/programs, by working to advocate and promote ADA compliance.
4. Public education of community and housing accessibility options, barriers, and the philosophy of independent living in terms of individuals’ rights to live, work, and recreate independently in the community

The Community Living Task Force (CLTF) meets every third Thursday at 11:00 AM via Zoom conference call. To learn more about the CLTF or join our efforts, please contact us using the form below.

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