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Upcoming updates to CT handicap placards include a new design and stricter guidelines for healthcare professionals to prevent potential misuses. These changes aim to enhance accessibility and ensure fair use for everyone. Learn more here: https://www
The Ride Ahead is a documentary written and directed by Samuel Habib and his father Dan. It follows Samuel as he navigates dating, college, and moving out as someone with a disability. The Ride Ahead has recently received an Emmy® for "Outst
As some states move to reduce screentime in schools, it is important to consider how students with disabilities might be negatively impacted by these polices. https://www.ctpublic.org/2026-06-04/screens-are-leaving-schools-fast-though-some-students-
Explore outdoor activities and inclusive programs in Massachusetts this summer! #AccessibleSummer https://www.wwlp.com/news/local-news/massachusetts-state-parks-offer-accessible-recreation-opportunities-for-summer/ https://www.mass.gov/orgs/universal
Saturday, June 13, 2026, is Community Day at Harkness Park! Celebrate the IDD community with music, activities, and time to enjoy Camp Harkness, including the beach. RSVP here: https://portal.ct.gov/dds/news-and-updates/commissioners-corner?language=
CT DEEP is now taking bookings for all-terrain wheelchair rentals at select state parks, making outdoor adventures more accessible for everyone. For more information, see: https://portal.ct.gov/deep/news-releases/news-releases---2026/deep-now-accepti
Join the UN's Dance Challenge to celebrate World Environment Day today! You can also celebrate this weekend, with CT Trails Day by joining an event or choosing your own path! https://www.worldenvironmentday.global/2026/about/2026-campaign https://
June 1-7 is National CPR and AED Awareness Week. This highlights how lives can be saved when more Americans are trained in CPR and the use of an AED. To learn more, visit: https://cpr.heart.org/en/training-programs/cpr-and-aed-awareness/cpr-and-aed-a
World Bicycle Day is a UN holiday celebrating bicycles as sustainable transport. Gaylord Hospital Sports Association offers adaptive bicycling and other activities so everyone can celebrate! https://sportsassociation.gaylord.org/
Celebrating Native American Voting Rights through highlighting barriers and resources to enhance voter participation in Connecticut. To learn more: https://vote.narf.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/narf-voter-rights-flyer.pdf https://www.eac.gov/sit
June is PTSD, Migraine and Headache, Alzheimer's, and Brain Awareness Month. To learn more, go to https://www.disrightsct.org/disability-awareness
Looking for new outdoor activities? Explore accessible parks, trails, beaches, and camping sites from CT DEEP. Some parks rent out specialized beach chairs for easier access to state beaches and trails. https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Access-f
MS is an inflammatory condition caused by damage to myelin, which insulates nerves. Early diagnosis enables treatment to minimize relapses and future disability. Diagnosis also allows for lifestyle changes to help manage MS and improve quality of lif
Calling all artists! Create! Drop-in is an inclusive program for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities at the Bristol Public Library. No registration needed. https://bristollib.com/events/event/create-drop-in-6/
World Hunger Day is a global initiative aimed at combating hunger and malnutrition. On World Hunger Day, we highlight that Feed America provides easy access to food pantries in Connecticut, as well as applications for the SNAP and WIC benefits. For

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