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Celebrating Labor Day: A Quick Look at NIDILRR-Funded Employment Research

Heading into the Labor Day weekend, we explore some of the current NIDILRR-funded projects conducting research and development to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities. Continue reading

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Remembering Mark Odum

Mark Xavier Odum passed away in his sleep January 15th, 2025. More than likely, he went to bed positive he’d wake up in the morning. Mark was a positive guy, and it was his upbeat outlook on life that made … Continue reading

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Quick Resources for People with Disabilities Experiencing Wildfires and Other Disasters

January 2024: Although this was published in August 2023, the resources are timely. Wildfires continue to affect communities and displace families with disabilities. We have reviewed and updated links on this page to ensure recently affected communities can access reliable … Continue reading

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National Family Caregiving Month: A Quick Look at New Research and Resources in Family Support

We’re introducing some of the newest NIDILRR-funded projects focusing on family supports and developing resources to help caregivers care for themselves and their loved ones. Continue reading

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Breathe In, Breathe Out: How the NARIC Team Manages in Stressful Times

In our weekly meeting, the NARIC team discussed how stress impacts us and shared some of the tools we use to manage stress every day. Continue reading

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My Mental Health at Work – Quick Resources for Mental Illness Awareness Week

For Mental Illness Awareness Week, we highlight resources for workers with lived experience of mental illness to help support My Mental Health at Work. Continue reading

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Healthy Aging Looks Different for Everyone

Healthy aging looks different for everyone. We highlight some of the NIDILRR funded research and development at the intersection of aging and disability. Continue reading

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Celebrating Direct Support Professional Recognition Week

It’s Direct Support Professional Recognition Week, and we’re exploring recent research supporting these workers who are vital to the independence of people with disabilities. Continue reading

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Is Artificial Intelligence the Next Big Thing in Disability and Rehabilitation Research?

AI is the buzzword of the year. We introduce some of the NIDILRR grantees who are using AI, machine learning, and large language models to study disability and develop technology and interventions to support full participation of people with disabilities in their communities. Continue reading

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