Disability Action Center NW Lewiston Office

06/04/2026

DAC NW is at the Nez Perce Housing Fair in Lapwai today. Come out and see us. And don't forget to take part in the cake walk!

06/03/2026

Is Deep Brain Stimulation for Parkinson's right for you? DAC hosted a group meeting in May to discuss pros and cons of DBS. You can read the articles here.

Deep brain stimulation, or DBS, as it is commonly called, refers to electrodes implanted within specific places in the brain. The electrodes generate electrical impulses that have an impact on brain activity. The amount of electrical activity generated is controlled by a device positioned under the....

06/03/2026

After catching up on some recent news stories we headed off campus. We were on an outing today. We visited our friends at DAC and had our last discussion of this school year. We can't wait for fall to return to our visits and grow together. And the game No Filter is a lot of fun to play and get to know each other in unexpected questions. Thank you Jolene!
We found ourselves at Costco food court for lunch one last time with our graduate, Braxtyn. Then we tried Dave's golf. Some had tried golfing before others were new. We all found it was way too hot this afternoon. So we went back to LCSC to cool down with left over graduation cupcakes and saw some of our other LHS friends and family practicing for their graduation this weekend.

06/02/2026

Our Interstate Connections Newsletter is out for the start of summer! Great information for people with disabilities including assistive technology, ADA information, gardening tips, mental health info and more. Find the disability icon and email us the location and you could win a Starbucks gift card!
https://dacnw.org/newsletter/

05/31/2026

Avoid stigmatizing language.
DO: Use language that doesn't stigmatize mental health. For example, say "a person with anxiety" instead of "an anxious person."
DON'T: Use words like "crazy," "insane," or "schizophrenic" as these are disrespectful and can perpetuate harmful stereotypes.

05/29/2026

Please be empathetic and non-judgmental.
DO: Be supportive and nonjudgmental if someone shares that they have a mental health condition.
DON'T: Make assumptions or downplay the significance of mental health conditions like "Just get over it" or "It's all in your head."

05/27/2026

Free webinar tomorrow! Get Organized! Learn practical strategies to reduce clutter and create an organized environment that both reduces stress AND helps prevent falls. Maintain a safer work and home as you move through your daily routines. Register at the link below.

https://idahogov.webex.com/webappng/sites/idahogov/meeting/register/a44e6f54d008462c8728de9c3a4fcd8e?ticket=4832534b000000095dc3c8e599c23a42bee43133518b88343546df64a2ebe363a77cd2dee4ea7115×tamp=1779900017628&RGID=r85034b0e8d6f7caf080a52e7b6d8a758&isAutoPopRegisterForm=false

05/27/2026

World MS Day is officially marked on May 30 each year to unite the global community, share stories, and campaign for everyone affected by multiple sclerosis. Led by the Multiple Sclerosis International Federation, the multi-year campaign " " aims to address the challenges of timely and accurate MS diagnoses worldwide.

05/26/2026

Be supportive and offer accommodations for people with mental health disabilities when needed.
DO: If someone needs accommodations like a quiet space, be understanding and offer help.
DON'T: Judge or dismiss someone's mental health needs as "unnecessary" or "exaggerated."