Disability Empowerment Center
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The Disability Empowerment Center (DEC) is the Center for Independent Living (CIL) for people with diverse disabilities in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties. Read more about the history of the Centers for Independent Living, by clicking here. Established in 2002, DEC is a private, nonprofit, nonresidential organization run by and for people with disabilities. We dedicate our efforts to attaining equa
03/20/2026
🚨 BIG UPDATE 🚨
We will no longer be using this page moving forward.
👉 Don’t miss out on updates, events, resources, and stories that matter to you by following us on our main page ➡️ https://www.facebook.com/RTFCIL
That’s where you’ll find everything going forward - plus even more ways to stay connected and engaged with our community! 💙
We’re excited to continue growing and connecting with you!
02/18/2026
Your voice matters!
Check out the details in the original post and ACT NOW!
Op-Ed: Pennsylvania families with disabilities face a healthcare cliff – the Senate must act now As health insurance notices arrive across Pennsylvania, many families are discovering an alarming reality: without the Affordable Care Act’s enhanced premium tax credits, their monthly premiums are set to skyrocket.
11/14/2025
🚨 When disaster strikes, how do we ensure everyone in our community is safe—especially people with disabilities?
Join this webinar on Thursday, Nov. 20, from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for an important conversation on building truly inclusive emergency preparedness.
We'll hear from frontline leaders who've navigated real disasters, learn about Pennsylvania-specific risks, and discover how you can advocate for more inclusive planning in your community.
Register now. Link in the comments.
FISA Foundation
The Pittsburgh Foundation
Roads to Freedom Center for Independent Living
🚨 When disaster strikes, how do we ensure everyone in our community is safe—especially people with disabilities?
Join this webinar on Thursday, Nov. 20 from 1 to 2:30 p.m. for an important conversation on building truly inclusive emergency preparedness.
We'll hear from frontline leaders who've navigated real disasters, learn about Pennsylvania-specific risks and discover how you can advocate for more inclusive planning in your community. Register now. Link in the comments.
FISA Foundation The Pittsburgh Foundation Roads to Freedom Center for Independent Living
11/11/2025
2025 Veterans Day Free Meals
The following list is for the national restaurant chains offering free food or meals on Veterans Day.
- Applebee’s
- Buffalo Wild Wings
- Chic-fil-a
- Chili’s
- Dairy Queen
- Dave and Buster’s
- Denny’s (morning)
- Firehouse Subs
- Golden Corral (evening)
- IHOP
- In-N-Out
- Krispy Kreme
- Olive Garden
- Outback Steakhouse
- Panera Bread
- Starbucks
- Texas Roadhouse
- Wendy’s
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Lancaster, PA
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
