Ronnie Polnerow

Ronnie Polnerow is a kind-hearted and creative consumer of Atlantic CIL. She grew up in a family that encouraged education and she became a science teacher with a passion for the arts. She loves crafts of all kinds and making gift baskets that she wraps in unique ways adorned with handmade bows. Ronnie also lives with a variety of physical disabilities. She endures chronic pain that can be overwhelming and distracting. Atlantic CIL has helped Ronnie stay focused on what she needs to accomplish to maintain her independence. Having an Independent Living Specialist to work with one on one has been vital to her sustained effort to reach her goals. Ronnie works with Jennifer Burke, ACIL's Outreach and Activities Specialist. They have worked on securing lifeline and emergency broadband services, rental assistance through the DCA and legal services. Ronnie explained, "I appreciate Jennifer's help, she goes the extra mile and doesn't give up. She is compassionate and stays of top of what we are working on until we get it done." Together they are looking forward to what they can accomplish in the new year.