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Disabilities

The integration of people with disabilities into mainstream community settings has improved in recent years, but they still continue to be left out of key decision-making opportunities, ranging from personal life choices to national legislative policies.

N&R Publications has worked with dozens of disabilities-focused organizations telling stories that celebrate the accomplishments and successes of people with disabilities while advocating for disability rights and promoting inclusion and acceptance for all.

Iowa Developmental Disabilities Council

Published Mar 2023

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The effort to develop and maintain independence for Iowans with developmental disabilities depends largely on Direct Support Professionals. DSPs assist people with disabilities in a variety of ways: basic care like feeding and bathing, transportation, shopping or help getting and holding a job. There is a severe shortage of DSPs, however, so there are meaningful jobs, with regular but flexible hours, available all over the state. Learn how you can become a DSP--and change lives every day, including your own.

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National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities

Published Jan 2023

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Experts nationwide share their insights and advice: What will the future look like for people with developmental disabilities? Let's talk...about health care, education, employment, housing, voting and living an independent life as an active member of the community.

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National Association of Councils on Developmental Disabilities

Published Jan 2023

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Experts nationwide share their insights and advice: What will the future look like for people with developmental disabilities? Let's talk...about health care, education, employment, housing, voting and living an independent life as an active member of the community.

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Nevada Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published May 2022

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How do you stop a bully -- at school, at work, online or anywhere? The Nevada Governor's Council on Developmental Disabilities offers expert advice on what to do wherever bullying occurs.

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Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Sep 2021

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Learn how a sister gained a better understanding of her brother's disabilities and how she can offer the correct support for him going forward. She attended programs she found through the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities.

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Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Sep 2021

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Find out how a young woman attended a college program, got important job training and is living an independent life--all with help from the Tennesee Council on Developmental Disabilities.

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Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Oct 2020

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An inclusive world is good for everyone. See how the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities helps support that goal.

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Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Oct 2020

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Learn how the Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities is helping people find careers that are meaningful to them and the companies they work for.

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Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Sep 2020

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Voting can be a complicated process. And it is made even more difficult by a global pandemic and polling places closing in states such as Georgia. Fewer polling places means longer lines and less access. Add to that changes in technology, such as Georgia’s new electronic voting machines, and it becomes more important than ever that all voters understand the resources at their disposal.

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Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Aug 2020

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The Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities salutes the 30th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as the work being done in its own state.

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Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council

Published May 2020

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Learn how Vermont is making our state a more welcoming place. The Vermont Developmental Disabilities Council highlights the importance of inclusion.

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Bay Area Inclusion

Published Mar 2020

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Making your community a more inclusive place for everyone. Services for the developmentally disabled in Santa Clara County and surrounding areas.

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Maine Developmental Disabilities Council

Published Feb 2020

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Maine Developmental Disabilities Council shares its accomplishments and success stories of Mainers with developmental disabilities in its 2020 annual report.

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American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR)

Published Jan 2020

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Community service providers are key players in facilitating independence and adequate community access for individuals with disabilities. With no victory too small or unnoticed, discover the varied successes ANCOR has contributed to and how you can also help create an inclusive society!

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VistAbility

Published Jan 2020

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While formerly known as ARC of Contra Costa, VistAbility continues to offer individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities with the services they need and deserve. Discover the varied ways VistAbility supports its participants and their loved ones.

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Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council

Published Nov 2019

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Missouri Developmental Disabilities Council works to shift policy, disrupt myths and highlight the needs of individuals with disabilities. With a team comprised of individuals from various backgrounds, the Council is able to impact the community in a multitude of social sectors and increase access for those with disabilities.

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Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Oct 2019

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Through a team of self-advocates, allies and service providers, Tennessee Council on Developmental Disabilities is shifting attitudes, influencing policy, and increasing access for people with disabilities in education, employment and housing throughout Tennessee.

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Options For All

Published Oct 2019

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Options For All knows the powerful opportunities and transformations employment can bring. Thus, Options For All is doing important and innovative work to change what employment looks like for adults with disabilities in San Diego, San Bernardino, Santa Clara and Santa Cruz counties.

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Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Aug 2019

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Meet people with intellectual and developmental disabilities living their best lives in Georgia communities. Since 1971, the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities has promoted the complete inclusion of people with disabilities; and with your participation, it is guaranteed!

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Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Aug 2019

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When people with disabilities have access to employment, post-secondary education and other community institutions, everyone involved is enriched. Since 1971, the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities has promoted the complete inclusion of people with disabilities; and with your participation, it is guaranteed!

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Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Jul 2019

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When people with disabilities have access to employment, post-secondary education and other community institutions, everyone involved is enriched. Since 1971, the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities has promoted the complete inclusion of people with disabilities; and with your participation, it is guaranteed!

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Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Jul 2019

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The Nebraska Council on Developmental Disabilities works to promote self-determination and inclusion in all areas of life for people with disabilities!

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Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Jun 2019

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When people with disabilities have access to employment, post-secondary education and other community institutions, everyone involved is enriched. Since 1971, the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities has promoted the complete inclusion of people with disabilities; and with your participation, it is guaranteed!

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Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Jun 2019

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When people with disabilities have access to employment, post-secondary education and other community institutions, everyone involved is enriched. Since 1971, the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities has promoted the complete inclusion of people with disabilities; and with your participation, it is guaranteed!

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Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities

Published Jun 2019

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When people with disabilities have access to employment, post-secondary education and other community institutions, everyone involved is enriched. Since 1971, the Georgia Council on Developmental Disabilities has promoted the complete inclusion of people with disabilities; and with your participation, it is guaranteed!

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Brilliant Corners

Published May 2019

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Skyrocketing home prices and rents in California have created a true housing crisis, especially for vulnerable, low-income individuals and families. Brilliant Corners, a nonprofit supportive housing agency with offices in San Francisco and Los Angeles, is working to change that.

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The Arc of San Diego

Published Mar 2019

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From its humble beginnings supporting children in the region, The Arc of San Diego has grown into a vast organization that provides resources and support for both children and adults who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. The nonprofit is able to offer tools these individuals need to not just survive, but to thrive. Take a look inside to learn more about how The Arc of San Diego helps individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities live their lives to the fullest.

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Indiana Governor’s Council for People with Disabilities

Published Feb 2019

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People with disabilities are challenging assumptions to live life on their terms — and in their communities. Meet people who have hopes and dreams, people who are living in a comfortable home of their choosing, attending a highly ranked university, working a demanding career, getting married, having children. They just happen to do it while having a disability.

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Inclusion in Sacramento

Published Aug 2018

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Individuals with developmental disabilities have varied and diverse skills and aptitudes that contribute to our community's richness and diversity. When our schools, workplaces and living spaces are inclusive, individuals with developmental disabilities and our communities benefit. In this publication funded by Sacramento-area organizations, find out what inclusion for individuals with developmental disabilities looks like and learn tips for educators, employers and landlords/developers on how to be more inclusive.

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Fresno County Department of Social Services

Published Apr 2017

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Adaptarse a las capacidades cambiantes, las necesidades de salud y las restricciones financieras puede ser difícil de manejar para las familias con dependientes o adultos mayores. Las personas viven más tiempo de lo previsto y los ahorros para la jubilación no duran tanto. Departamento de Servicios Sociales de Fresno tiene muchos programas que atienden a las necesidades de los adultos mayores, así como los adultos dependientes de todas las edades. El objetivo del Departamento de Servicios Sociales es ayudar a los adultos mayores a la edad en sus hogares durante el tiempo que sea posible hacerlo con seguridad. Con los servicios para adultos del Condado de Fresno, tendrán un lugar donde acudir cuando necesiten ayuda.

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Fresno County Department of Social Services

Published Apr 2017

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People are living longer than they planned and retirement savings aren’t lasting as long. Older adults need a safety net, one that is made up of family, friends, neighbors and the resources they have in Fresno County. Fresno’s Department of Social Services has many programs that cater to the needs of older adults as well as dependent adults of all ages. Being proactive and having a family conversations about the needs of older or dependent adults now can prevent crises. This publication will encourage readers to take control and start a conversation now to help the loved one in their life. With Fresno County’s adult services, they will have a place to turn when they need help.

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Work Training Center

Published Feb 2016

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The nonprofit Work Training Center has been serving adults with disabilities in Chico and surrounding communities for decades. Filling a vital niche and serving an all-too-often forgotten population, WTC improves the quality of life of 700 individuals each year through its programs.

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Goodwill

Published Oct 2015

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When you come to Goodwill, the person sorting donations and selling items is there because of you. Your donations create jobs and support training that make people more employable in our community.

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