UNSEEN SCREENINGS
Join LIFEPlan CCO and ACANY for a screening of UNSEEN, a powerful award‑winning documentary about how caregivers are often overlooked and unsupported.
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NATIONAL DISABILITY INDEPENDENCE DAY
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a landmark federal civil rights law that protects individuals with disabilities from discrimination.
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Be Featured in a Book Celebrating New York’s Disability Community
The New York State Office of the Chief Disability Officer (OCDO) and Positive Exposure are working together on a special book project.
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IMPORTANT UPDATE FOR HAITIAN AND SYRIAN TPS HOLDERS
At the end of June, the U.S. Supreme Court overturned two federal court rulings that had delayed the termination of Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Haiti and Syria.
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How Local Safety Programs Are Helping Protect Children and Adults with Disabilities
Police departments are expanding safety programs designed to help protect individuals who may have difficulty communicating or who are prone to eloping.
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Understanding the Recent Department of Justice (DOJ) Memo About the Olmstead Decision
Understanding the Recent Department of Justice (DOJ) Memo About the Olmstead Decision What This Means for People with Disabilities and Their Families The U.S. Department of Justice recently issued a […]
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DISABILITY PRIDE MONTH
July is Disability Pride Month—a time to recognize, celebrate, and uplift the disability community.
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Home Is a Right—Not a Privilege
Feeling safe, respected, and supported where you live is a fundamental right.
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You Have the Right to Question Decisions and Appeal Unfavorable Outcomes
A “no” doesn’t have to be the final answer. Everyone has the right to ask questions, challenge decisions, and get support navigating systems.
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Communication Access = Choice
Understanding information is essential to making real, informed choices. Communication access is a right, not a bonus.
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