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LIFE of Mississippi is the "non-profit center for independent living" created through federal legislation in 1992.
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LIFE has enhanced the lives of over 35,000 individuals with disabilities since 1993.
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Building on our strengths, we have provided information to more than 170,000 people.
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We reach all four corners of the state and serve every county.
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No matter how old you are or where you live in Mississippi – we can help.
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Our Board members and staff live with the philosophy, "nothing about us without us"!
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LIFE services are provided at no cost.
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We have the expertise and are committed to making your LIFE better.
All LIFE offices are:
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Consumer-Controlled
(directed by people with severe disabilities through consumer Boards and staffs);
Cross-Disability
(not limited to any one or more disability groups);
Community-Based
(providing services in the community);
Nonresidential
(focused on non-institutional settings);
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For more information about LIFE or the services we provide, please call our state office in Jackson Mississippi at (601) 969-4009 or 1-800-748-9398 (V/TTY);
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To view a copy of L.I.F.E. By-Laws, click here.