Communities Actively Living Independent & Free (CALIF) is an independent living center, a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides advocacy programs and services for people with disabilities primarily residing within the 50 zip codes of Los Angeles County covering south and central Los Angeles and neighboring communities.
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Lillibeth Navarro Tribute
A Word from Our Executive Director
Keith Miller
Keith B. Miller—Executive Director Communities Actively Living Independent and Free (CALIF) is approaching 25 years of providing services to people with disabilities and older adults in the Los Angeles area. I have had the privilege of being part of this wonderful organization for the past six years, first as Program Manager and now as Executive Director. During this time, I have learned that what makes CALIF so unique is the dedication of our staff and board members, who devote their time and energy to achieving CALIF’s mission by empowering each consumer who comes through our door to choose how and where they want to live and make their own decisions based on their lifestyle that he or she chooses. CALIF is a nonprofit organization with limited funding and resources. This, at times, makes it challenging to deliver the much-needed services to those who come to our Center seeking help. Our staff meets these challenges with careful listening, understanding, and support, which builds a professional rapport with the individuals we assist. Each department within CALIF and its diverse staff contribute to shaping the experiences of the people we serve at our Center. As I reflect on the past six years working for CALIF, I often ask myself: Are we fulfilling CALIF’s mission to empower people with disabilities to live independently, free from barriers and restrictions, to live the life they want to live without fear? I believe in the work we do, and none of this could be accomplished without the hard work and team efforts of our staff at CALIF. I thank all the staff and Board Members for their work and support over the last six years. None of this would be possible without you and your commitment to CALIF and its core mission and your dedication to helping others and setting the tone for living independently and free. Keith Miller, Executive Director Communities Actively Living Independent & Free (CALIF)