Disability Partnerships

15/10/2026

Today we recognize White Cane Safety Day and the independence and mobility of people who are blind or have low vision. 🦯

Accessibility starts with awareness—and each of us can help create communities where everyone can navigate, participate and belong.

📣 Learn, share and advocate for accessibility in your community.

15/10/2026

Behind every public health cut are real people, families, and communities impacted.

ABC News highlights the human impact of CDC staffing and program cuts and why protecting public health matters.

🎥 Watch their stories: https://abcnews.com/video/137274687/

Prime Focus: ABC’s Rachel Scott reports on the impact the severe staffing reductions and program cuts at the CDC are having on patient care across the country, especially in underserved communities.

15/10/2026

📣 We're Recruiting Volunteer Board Members! ❤️💙

This October, Disability Partnerships is looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our Board of Directors and help us continue Breaking Barriers!

We're especially interested in professionals with experience in:
💰 Finance
🤝 Partnerships
📊 Accounting
🔎 Auditing

If you're ready to use your expertise to make a meaningful impact and help advance our mission of inclusion and accessibility, we'd love to hear from you!

📩 Interested? Email us at [email protected] to learn more.

14/10/2026

🗳️ Your Voice Matters. Your Vote Counts!

Early voting is underway in several states! Make your voice heard and exercise your right to vote. Every vote plays a role in shaping a more inclusive and accessible future for all.

✅ Check your state's voting dates and locations.
✅ Make a plan to vote.
✅ Know your accessible voting options.

🔗 Visit Vote.gov for voting information in your state.

14/10/2026

Talent Has No Limits. Opportunity Shouldn't Either!

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), a time to celebrate the talents, achievements and contributions of people with disabilities in the workplace.

At Disability Partnerships, we're committed to breaking barriers and creating a world where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. ❤️💙

✨ Let's build a more inclusive workforce together! Share this post and help us spread awareness about the importance of disability inclusion in the workplace.

13/10/2026

October is Spina Bifida Awareness Month. 💙

Access to the right adaptive equipment can make a meaningful difference in independence, recreation and everyday life.

Disability Partnerships helps remove financial barriers through our Adaptive Equipment Grant Program.

👉 Learn more and apply for an Adaptive Equipment Grant: https://www.disabilitypartnerships.org/grants

13/10/2026

On September 24, Disability Partnerships sent the same disability policy questionnaire to all four major-party candidates for U.S. Senate and Governor of Texas. The deadline to respond was October 9. Here is where things stand:

U.S. Senate
Ken Paxton: No response
James Talarico: No response

Governor
Greg Abbott: No response
Rep. Gina Hinojosa: Responded

Read the full, unedited responses at disabilitypartnerships.org/texas2026.

More than 3 million Texans live with a disability, and they deserve to hear from every candidate. The invitation stays open. Any campaign that responds will be published in full alongside the others.

Disability Partnerships is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3). We do not endorse candidates.

More than 3.5 million Texans live with a disability. We asked every candidate for Governor and U.S. Senate the same eight questions about the issues that shape their lives. Every answer is published here exactly as it was sent to us.

12/10/2026

🧘‍♀️ Accessible Yoga has a new time—and it’s now bilingual! ❤️💙

Join Disability Partnerships for a welcoming, inclusive yoga session in English & Spanish, designed to help you move, feel better and connect with community.

📅 1st & 3rd Thursdays of the month
⏰ 11:30 a.m. ET
✨ All bodies and abilities are welcome!

Sign up today: disabilitypartnerships.org/adaptive-exercise

11/10/2026

One in four Americans lives with a disability. Before Texas votes on November 3, we’re asking every major-party candidate for U.S. Senate and Governor the same questions about disability policy. Same questions, same deadline, and every answer published in full, unedited, side by side. No endorsements. Just the record. See the questions and follow the responses at disabilitypartnerships.org/texas2026.

Disability Partnerships is a nonpartisan 501(c)(3). We do not endorse candidates.

10/10/2026

💚 Today is World Mental Health Day.
Mental health is an important part of overall well-being. Today, we encourage everyone to prioritize connection, support and self-care—because every mind matters. 🧠💚

✨ Take a step toward wellness with us. Explore Disability Partnerships’ programs and resources: https://www.disabilitypartnerships.org/