“We strive to understand each person’s hopes and dreams as well as needs for support. Our primary goal is each person’s success in his/her life’s journey.”

Lisa Ames, Executive Director

Erika Novak – New Representative Payee

Erika Novak has joined Independent Disability Services, Inc. as the agency’s staff member who oversees its Representative Payee Program. The Representative Payee Program helps individuals manage various types of income, including Social Security benefits and Supplemental Security Income. She will provide oversight and coordination of the agency’s representative payee program which handles individuals with disabilities and special needs’ finances. IDS’ Representative Payee Program ensures that all of their clients’ financial needs are being met.

Independent Disability Services, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Janesville. IDS provides supports to individuals with disabilities and special needs through in-home supports, representative payee services, respite funding, and leisure and social opportunities. Its mission is to positively affect quality of life through its philosophy of circles of support.