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Exploration and Innovation: Meet the Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers

The Rehabilitation Engineering Research Centers use science and engineering principles to design, build, and adapt technology that enables people with disabilities to live fully and independently in their communities. Get to know the current RERCs and their remarkable work! Continue reading

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Ready Any Time: Emergency Preparedness

We share some how our team prepares for emergencies in our area, and reminders to help you and your family prepare for emergencies, from major storms to problems in the home. Continue reading

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NIDILRR-Funded Research Supporting Students with Disabilities Along Their Education Path

NIDILRR-funded research and development is supporting students with disabilities of all ages as they embark or continue their educational journey. Continue reading

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ADA Anniversary Month: The ADA Applies Here, too!

The ADA Anniversary is coming up and this article looks at some of the individuals and entities with rights and responsibilities under the law that you might not have considered as covered parties. Continue reading

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Access Summer Recreation with the Americans with Disabilities Act

A spotlight on ADA National Network Resources to help recreational facilities welcome everyone for summer fun! Continue reading

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Olmstead Anniversary: Quick Resources for Community Living

June is the anniversary month for the Olmstead decision, which recognized a civil right to live in the community of one’s choosing. Today’s Spotlight post shares quick resources from the grantee community and elsewhere to help people with disabilities find and settle into their home and community. Continue reading

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Quick Look at Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Research for PTSD Awareness Month

A look at some of the current NIDILRR-funded research and development projects supporting people who may experience PTSD following spinal cord injuries and traumatic brain injuries. Continue reading

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Older Americans Month: Tech Research for Staying Healthy and Engaged

We close out Older Americans Month looking to the future with NIDILRR-funded research and development into technology for aging well with and into disability. Continue reading

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NIDILRR Consumer Resources: Older Adults with Mental Health Conditions

We’re celebrating Mental Health Awareness Month and Older Americans Month together by sharing consumer-focused resources from NIDILRR grantees to help older adults with mental health conditions Champion Your Health Continue reading

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Resources to Help You Champion Your Health

Older Americans Month is focused on helping older adults to Champion Your Health. We’re sharing some tools developed by NIDILRR grantees to help older adults with and without disabilities manage their health, access preventive care, and make informed decisions. Continue reading

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