Center for Family Involvement

09/04/2026

🧐What shaped educational equity and civil rights for students with disabilities?

DID YOU KNOW? IN 1973 …
The Rehabilitation Act guaranteed civil rights to all disabled people and required accommodations for students in schools.

1975: Education for All Handicapped Children Act (EHA) guaranteed the right of children with disabilities to receive a free, appropriate education.

1997: EHA was revised and became known as the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
(IDEA). IDEA emphasized the use of individual education plans, or lEPs, for all special education students and provided applicable standards

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The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities Partnership for People with Disabilities

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09/03/2026

Words do matter!

09/03/2026

Fact

QUOTE CAFE: “There are only four kinds of people in the world.

Those who have been caregivers.

Those who are currently caregivers.

Those who will be caregivers, and those who will need a caregiver.”

ROSALYN CARTER

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The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: Association of University Centers on Disabilities VCU School of Education Partnership for People with Disabilities

09/02/2026

When people suppress their natural traits or sensory needs to fit into a neurotypical world. 😔

09/01/2026

Great news for Richmond-area families: free, compassionate support and expert guidance are just a call or click away!

Great news for Richmond-area families: FREE expert guidance is just a call or click away!

Navigating early childhood can bring up all kinds of questions—from developmental milestones and big emotional shifts to understanding a new diagnosis or finding Early Intervention programs.

That is why VCU's Partnership for People with Disabilities created Just Ask, a wonderful free pilot initiative supported by the Robins Foundation designed to connect parents, caregivers, and child care providers (for children ages 0–6) with compassionate professionals.

You don’t have to figure it all out alone. Reach out for confidential, supportive guidance to help you find your next step:

Call or Text: 804-628-5124
Email: [email protected]
Web: justask.partnership.vcu.edu

Who are we?
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1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: Partnership for People with Disabilities VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities

08/31/2026

True luxury is inclusive 💖

08/31/2026

🇨🇦It is so cool to see Air Canada leading the way in inclusive travel with their new mobility aid tracking, expanded equipment allowance, and the Sunflower program for non-visible disabilities!

Air Canada has launched an expanded mobility aid travel policy along with a comprehensive Accessibility Plan

1. Three-Item Allowance: Passengers can now travel complimentary with up to three mobility aids. Eligible items include combinations of personal mobility aids, adaptive sports equipment (like sport wheelchairs or mono-skis), and personal or patient lifts.

2. Real-Time App Tracking: Passengers can track the loading and unloading status of their mobility equipment in real time using the Air Canada Mobile App for added peace of mind.

3. Complimentary Cargo Shipping: If a mobility device is too large to fit in the aircraft's cargo hold, Air Canada Cargo will transport it within Canada free of charge on an alternate flight.

4. Infrastructure Investments: The airline has invested in specialized lift equipment across Canadian airports and introduced enhanced boarding procedures.

Who are we?
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1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS FREE

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities Partnership for People with Disabilities

08/28/2026

💖 A gentle reminder from Fred Rogers that the hardest—and most important—person to extend grace to is often ourselves.

08/27/2026

Accessible checkout designs and wheelchair-accessible carts make shopping truly inclusive for everyone!

What would inclusive shopping entail?

• Resize Ability to 200%
• Flexible Arm on the touchscreen
• Flexible Arm on the credit card machine
• Screen Reader & Headphone Jack
• Lowered Kiosk
• Wheelchair Accessible Carts *image credit

Who are we?
tinyurl.com/CFI-PPD-VCU

1 ON 1 SUPPORT | ALWAYS

Find us on Instagram: center4familyinvolvement

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities Partnership for People with Disabilities

08/26/2026

Smart walking paths in France are lighting up the way for safer, tech-powered accessibility!

Access in Action ~ In France, smart walking paths light up at night and vibrate gently to guide low-vision pedestrians safely!

This tech-powered accessibility ensures everyone can navigate the streets with confidence and independence. Truly a step toward the future of inclusive cities.

The Center for Family Involvement is affiliated with: Partnership for People with Disabilities VCU School of Education Association of University Centers on Disabilities