Our mission is to further independent living (IL) for people with disabilities by collaborating with consumers on research that is relevant to their lives and by using innovative methods to disseminate knowledge.
Now is always the time to prepare for an emergency, especially for people with disabilities. We offer publications, videos and trainings to assist you in preparing for natural and man-made disasters.
Also, don't forget to consider the safety of your service animal and pets in the event of a disaster. One way to prepare for the unexpected is to complete an identification form for each of your animals.
For a quick overview, watch our emergency preparedness videos to learn what you need to have on hand and the steps you can take be ready for the unexpected.
People with disabilities still face many barriers to living and participating in their community. The Research and Training Center on Promoting Interventions for Community Living (RTC/PICL) is building on two evidence-based interventions to increase their community participation.
Since participation begins at home, the Home Usability Program helps people learn how to modify their home environments to support their needs.
The Out and About program enhances the personal skills of people with disabilities so they may pursue opportunities in the community that they choose.
This Center also promotes the dissemination and utilization of other successful practices that enhance participation.
Because there is such a lack of empirical data on this topic, reviewers and organizations that can provide funding for research "do not believe that people with disability are, in fact, engaging in Crossfit and Functional Training," Koon said.
The presentation covered key topics from the Guidelines.
The revised publication celebrates the 30th Anniversary of the ADA.
Kelsey Shinnick Goddard, Research Coordinator, and Jay Schultz, Graduate Research Assistant, were honored.
The center's Disability and Health Program team is leading a webinar series for health care providers in early 2019. Learn more about "Engaging Patients with Disabiities and Chronic Health Conditions."
This guide for wheelchair users and hosts provides information about how to make a home visitable so everyone can enjoy social gatherings.
This training manual teaches people with disabilities and others to advocate effectively for their disability-related concerns. It contains sample letters and step-by-step instructions for taking action to make change.
People with disabilities can make changes in their communities!
To make change in your community, see "Your Action Planning Guide for Promoting Full Community Participation Among People with Disabilities" (PDF).
Learn more about this project to build capacity of consumers.
Community partners who participated in our research share their experiences.