Today is International Day of Persons with Disability. At ICA, we recognize the challenges that adults with disabilities face and celebrate their strength and resilience. Our work to create the Inland Empire Master Plan for Aging will improve the community for adults with disabilities. Learn more at InlandAging.org #internationaldayofpersonswithdisability #disabilityawareness
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May is National Mobility Awareness Month! According to the CDC, 1 in 4 adult Americans lives with a disability. And of those, mobility disabilities are the most common, affecting 1 in 7 adults. #TransCen #DisabilityInclusion #MobilityMatters #MobilityAwarenessMonth
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Another way to increase your disability inclusion is to listen to adults (and kids!) with disabilities - especially when they speak about the inequities they face. Disabled people are the experts in their own disabilities, needs and barriers. When we talk about this, please listen - and believe us!
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Talk about URGENT.
This is so important, urge Legislators to Reject the Delay of $1 Billion to Disability Services. Taking this action can ensure access to the quality services that individuals with disabilities and their families rely on and deserve. https://p2a.co/u4miflr
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As we wrap up #DisabilityPrideMonth, it's important to remember that most people will experience disability at some point in their lives, whether temporarily or permanently. So, disability pride and improving accessibility should be a priority for everyone.
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As July wraps up, so does Disability Pride Month, which recognizes the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) on July 26, 1990. In support of the more than 1 in 4 adults in the U.S. who have a disability, we share the CDC's infographic highlighting important statistics and what we can do collectively to make a difference. You also can learn more about Disability Pride Month here: https://lnkd.in/eTaZfBPG #disabilitypridemonth #ADA #improvinghealthcareforall
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Today is the start of #DisabilityVotingRightsWeek. Reminder that: ➡️ ~1 in 4 U.S. adults have a disability ➡️ Voters with disabilities are x3 more likely to have difficulty or need help voting ➡️ Mail voting options significantly increase turnout for voters with disabilities
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21% of the population in Northern Ireland has a disability. Yet, in 2021-2022, only 6% of public appointments were held by people with disabilities. We need to see efforts to increase participation from individuals with disabilities. Read our blog about improving representation in public life 👇 https://lnkd.in/eaGun7ZY #MeasuringEqualityinNI
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Providing quality care and support for individuals with disabilities is of utmost importance. Engaging them in activities that enhance their skills and independence can significantly improve their quality of life. Get in touch with. https://buff.ly/3eKG7Yt #DisabilityCare
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Week 1: Understanding Disability and Stigma Day 1: Introduction to Disability Let's kick off our program by understanding the diversity and complexity of disability. Join us as we explore different types of disabilities and the importance of inclusion. #DisabilityAwareness #InclusionMatters
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