disAbility Resource Center

06/05/2026

🎉 Just ONE WEEK until CulpeperFest 2026! 🎉

The disAbility Resource Center is excited to be heading to Culpeper next Friday, and we'd love for you to stop by our booth and say hello!

Whether you're looking for disability resources, information about home modification grants, advocacy support, independent living services, or simply want to learn more about what we do, our team will be there and ready to connect.

📅 Friday, June 12, 2026
⏰ 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
📍 Germanna Daniel Technology Center
18121 Technology Drive, Culpeper, VA

Come enjoy an evening of community, food, entertainment, activities, and local organizations making a difference throughout the region.

Be sure to stop by the dRC booth to learn about:
♿ Disability Resources
🏠 Home Modification Grants
🤝 Advocacy & Peer Support
📚 Information & Referral
💡 Independent Living Services

We look forward to connecting with our neighbors in Culpeper and sharing how dRC helps people with disabilities live independently and participate fully in their communities.

06/05/2026

Could a simple home modification help you stay safe and independent?

Every year, falls force thousands of older adults and people with disabilities out of the homes they love. The disAbility Resource Center (dRC) helps connect eligible Virginians in the areas we serve with resources that can make their homes safer and more accessible.

From grab bars and handrails to ramps and bathroom modifications, small changes can make a life-changing difference.

Learn more today.

📞 540-373-2559
🌐 www.cildrc.org

06/05/2026

📢 Important Information for Virginians with Disabilities and Their Families — Please Share Widely

A significant change to Virginia law takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Historically, when a guardian was appointed for a person with a disability in Virginia, that individual's voting rights were automatically removed unless a specific request was made to preserve them.

Beginning July 1, 2026, that process is reversed.

Under the new law, individuals placed under guardianship will retain their voting rights unless the court is provided with a reason why those rights should be removed.

This change recognizes that the need for a guardian does not automatically mean a person is unable to participate in the democratic process.

If you have questions about guardianship, voting rights, or disability-related resources, the disAbility Resource Center is here to help.

Important information- please share widely.

New Virginia Law: Voting Rights Under Guardianship
Historically in Virginia, if a guardian was proposed and appointed for someone with a disability, voting rights were removed unless an argument was made to keep them. As of July 1, 2026 the law is changing. Now when a guardian is appointed, voting rights will be kept unless an explanation is given to the Court on why they need to be removed.

06/04/2026

🎬🍿 Community Event Spotlight!

We're excited to share this upcoming accessible movie event hosted by Signs of Fun.

To celebrate Virginia's new Open Captions Law, families are invited to enjoy a special movie day on Saturday, June 20, 2026, at 2:00 PM in Fredericksburg, VA.

This event highlights the importance of accessible entertainment for Deaf and hard of hearing individuals and their families.

📅 Date: June 20, 2026
🕑 Time: 2:00 PM (arrive by 1:45 PM)
📍 Hooky Entertainment, Spotsylvania Towne Centre, Fredericksburg, VA

Please note: Registration is required and space is limited.

06/04/2026

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06/02/2026

What does a safer, more accessible home mean to the people who live there?

For many older adults and people with disabilities, simple modifications like ramps, grab bars, improved lighting, accessible bathrooms, and handrails can make the difference between struggling at home and living independently.

In this video, you'll hear directly from two individuals whose lives were changed through home modification grant programs administered by the disAbility Resource Center. Their stories highlight how accessibility improvements can increase safety, confidence, and independence while helping people remain in the homes and communities they love.

We're proud to help connect people with the resources they need to create safer and more accessible homes.

Watch the full video below and learn how home modifications can make a real difference.

06/02/2026

Accessibility at home changes lives! Call us today (540-373-2559) if we could help you or someone you know make their home safer and more accessible.

06/02/2026

Accessibility at home changes lives! Call us today (540-373-2559) if you or someone you know could benefit from our home modification grant programs.

05/29/2026

We’re excited to be part of the Growing Strong Kids Wellness Festival on May 30 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. at the Fredericksburg Area Campus of Germanna Community College!

Our team will have a table at the event, and we’d love for families to stop by, say hello, and learn more about the resources and support available in our community.

This family-friendly festival will feature:
✨ Hands-on activities
✨ Wellness and health resources
✨ Interactive learning opportunities
✨ Tips for healthy habits for kids and caregivers

There will also be a workshop at 10:30 a.m.:
Tiny Sleep Steps: Simple Steps to a Good Night’s Sleep

Bring the whole family and join us for a fun and informative day focused on healthy minds and healthy bodies!

📍 Fredericksburg Area Campus
10000 Germanna Point Drive, Fredericksburg
🗓️ May 30
⏰ 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

05/26/2026

The disAbility Resource Center is excited to participate in the upcoming Steps Forward: A Stroke Rehabilitation Event hosted by Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fredericksburg!

📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026
⏰ 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Fredericksburg
300 Park Hill Drive, Fredericksburg, VA

This free community event is designed for stroke survivors, caregivers, families, and community members. There will be opportunities to learn, connect, explore community resources, and enjoy activities for all ages.

We’ll be there sharing information about the disAbility Resource Center and the services and supports we provide to help people with disabilities live independently in our community.

We hope to see you there!