The Montana Independent Living Project, Inc. (mILp) is a non-profit agency promoting independence for people living with disabilities who are residing in the state of Montana. We advocate for equal access and opportunities for all. mILp works to assist consumers to live and work as independently as they desire. This includes, but is not limited to, having access to the necessary services that promote a quality of life within one's own residence and community. mILp, an independent living center funded by the Centers for Independent Living Program, provides the following core independent living services:
mILp maintains an information and referral database so we may best provide information to individuals and families. If we do not have the information you are looking for, we will find it or connect you with someone who can. I&Rs may include:
Our website also offers a comprehensive selection of online resources which can be found under ADA/Disability Resources under our Resources tab.
What is IL? At its core, IL simply means having equal access to the same opportunities as the rest of society and as specified by the ADA. mILp’s professional staff of IL Specialists provides people living with disabilities with instruction and training to assist in living independently. mILp offers the following IL skills training:
The purpose of Peer Support is to match individuals with similar disabilities to empower each other through encouragement and support. This service assists individuals adapting to life with a disability or transitioning through different life stages. mILp also encourages individuals to seek out new opportunities.
mILp works in the community to make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities by removing barriers and focusing efforts on accessibility to public services, education, and benefits. As an IL Center, we are at the forefront of advocating for access, choice, and self-determination for individuals with disabilities. mILp can help advocate for the rights of individuals living with any type of disability on both an individual and a systems level.
mILp provides options for people living with disabilities and/or those who are aging to move from a nursing facility to a quality community setting that meets their needs and desires. The objectives of mILp transition services are:
mILp also assists youth on an Individualized Education Program (IEP) program that are transitioning from secondary education to postsecondary life.
Join us from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the mILp Butte Office. This is a time to get together, meet new people, play games, visit, and hang out.
Join us at 11:00 a.m. at the Gallatin Valley Mall in Bozeman for a recreational mall walk every Monday and Friday.
Join us from 11:30 a.m to 1:00 p.m. in the mILp Helena Office for a Living Well with Disabilities Class every Monday.
A 32nd Annual Festival of Trees event hosted by the Helena Civic Center. This event goes from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Each pre-designated hostess brings in her own dishes and décor and sets a tea table that is truly a work of art. Guests enjoy tea, a scrumptious light lunch, Tea-exclusive raffle and silent auction items, and a program which includes a speaker sharing an Intermountain story and encouraging guests to support the work of Intermountain. This is a limited event. Sorry, gents… this is a ladies’- only tea.
A 32nd Annual Festival of Trees event hosted by the Helena Civic Center. This event goes from 6:00-9:00 p.m. First, local musical groups will treat you to a showcase of some favorite Christmas songs. Then…it’s ON! Get ready to witness the fast-paced, fun and wacky Christmas Carol Throwdown!This friendly musical competition will have you laughing and gasping and rooting for your favorites as groups get eliminated through various rounds of competition. The last two groups remaining will face-off for the final Christmas Carol Throwdown! This competition isn’t about judging talent… it’s about enjoying good music, good cheer, and having a blast while benefiting a great cause! There’s even a chance for some audience participation, and did we mention raffle prizes?? Of course the Cider and Hot Cocoa bar complete with oodles of toppings might end up being the real winner of the night.Grab your kids, teens, grandparents, neighbors, and random strangers…. and plan to join us for this family-friendly, alcohol-free evening surrounded by the splendor of the Festival trees and the sounds of the season!
Join us at the mILp Butte Office beginning at 2:00 p.m. This is a group for support and sense of community with other like-minded women.
Join us at the mILp Butte Office from 1:00-2:00 p.m. This is a group for support, sharing, and building community.
A 32nd Annual Festival of Trees event hosted by the Helena Civic Center. This event goes from 6:00-9:00 p.m. A 32nd Annual Festival of Trees event. Come support the mILp Peers tree. A night of strolling through the trees while enjoying live music, food, champagne, and tempting silent auction items available only at this event. $25 tickets are available at the door as well. This is a 16 and over event.
Join us at 11:00 a.m. at the Gallatin Valley Mall in Bozeman for a recreational mall walk every Monday and Friday.
A 32nd Annual Festival of Trees event hosted by the Helena Civic Center. This event goes from 6:00-10:00 p.m. An evening of fine dining will be followed by a live auction of the large trees and packages.Tickets are $125 per person. Due to the overwhelming responses this event garners annually, it has become exclusively invitation only.
A 32nd Annual Festival of Trees event hosted by the Helena Civic Center. Doors open at 7:30; Live music begins approximately at 8:30pm. This year’s Jingle Bell Jam will be a totally awesome 80’s Dance Party featuring the live music of The Mighty Flick! Those 21 and over will enjoy dancing, food, drink, and of course strolling through two levels of finely decorated Christmas trees and more. Leg warmers, big hair, and 80’s fashion are encouraged, but not required. Tickets are $20 in advance at ticket locations or $25 at the door. A 21 and over event.
A 32nd Annual Festival of Trees event hosted by the Helena Civic Center. This event goes from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. There are so many things happening during Family Days! Kids can visit Fun Land for Christmas crafts and activities, spend time on the ballroom floor writing letters to Santa or decorating cookies, grab lunch at the concession stand, and enjoy the overall excitement and Christmas cheer that abounds. Meanwhile, the weekend holds a packed schedule of performances by local youth organizations showcasing their talents in music, dance, and more. Tickets, available at our vendors or at the door, are $5 each and free for 10 and under.
A 32nd Annual Festival of Trees event hosted by the Helena Civic Center. This event goes from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. There are so many things happening during Family Days! Kids can visit Fun Land for Christmas crafts and activities, spend time on the ballroom floor writing letters to Santa or decorating cookies, grab lunch at the concession stand, and enjoy the overall excitement and Christmas cheer that abounds. Meanwhile, the weekend holds a packed schedule of performances by local youth organizations showcasing their talents in music, dance, and more. Tickets, available at our vendors or at the door, are $5 each and free for 10 and under.
Join us from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the mILp Butte Office. This is a time to get together, meet new people, play games, visit, and hang out.
Join us at 11:00 a.m. at the Gallatin Valley Mall in Bozeman for a recreational mall walk every Monday and Friday.
Join us from 11:30 a.m to 1:00 p.m. in the mILp Helena Office for a Living Well with Disabilities Class every Monday.
Join us at the mILp Butte Office beginning at 2:00 p.m. This is a group for support and sense of community with other like-minded women.
Join us at 11:00 a.m. at the Gallatin Valley Mall in Bozeman for a recreational mall walk every Monday and Friday.
Join us from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the mILp Butte Office. This is a time to get together, meet new people, play games, visit, and hang out.
Join us for youth group at Bozeman High.
Join us at 11:00 a.m. at the Gallatin Valley Mall in Bozeman for a recreational mall walk every Monday and Friday.
Join us from 11:30 a.m to 1:00 p.m. in the mILp Helena Office for a Living Well with Disabilities Class every Monday.
Join us at the mILp Butte Office beginning at 2:00 p.m. This is a group for support and sense of community with other like-minded women.
Attend this monthly meeting to have a say in making Butte more accessible for all. The group meets every 4th Friday of the month at the ADA Center on the 2nd floor.
Join us at 11:00 a.m. at the Gallatin Valley Mall in Bozeman for a recreational mall walk every Monday and Friday.
Join us from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the mILp Butte Office. This is a time to get together, meet new people, play games, visit, and hang out.
Join us at 11:00 a.m. at the Gallatin Valley Mall in Bozeman for a recreational mall walk every Monday and Friday.
Join us from 11:30 a.m to 1:00 p.m. in the mILp Helena Office for a Living Well with Disabilities Class every Monday.
Observed holiday. All mILp offices closed.
Join us at the mILp Butte Office beginning at 2:00 p.m. This is a group for support and sense of community with other like-minded women.
Join us at the mILp Butte Office from 1:00-2:00 p.m. This is a group for support, sharing, and building community.
Join us at 11:00 a.m. at the Gallatin Valley Mall in Bozeman for a recreational mall walk every Monday and Friday.
Join us at Eagle Mount in Bozeman for a cooking workshop on the 4th Saturday of every month from 12:30-2:00 p.m.
Join us for youth group at Bozeman High.
Join us from 4:00-6:00 p.m. at theHelena Ice Arena for an adaptive ice skating session for the whole family.
Join us from 2:00-4:00 p.m. at the mILp Butte Office. This is a time to get together, meet new people, play games, visit, and hang out.
Join us at 11:00 a.m. at the Gallatin Valley Mall in Bozeman for a recreational mall walk every Monday and Friday.
Join us from 11:30 a.m to 1:00 p.m. in the mILp Helena Office for a Living Well with Disabilities Class every Monday.