Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands

21/08/2026

A tremendous Thank You to all attendees and speakers at yesterday's Senior Financial Health and Wellness Conference. Special thanks to the Seventh Day Adventist Community Service Ministry for hosting, and our community partners and presenters Disability Rights Center of the Virgin Islands, Virgin Islands Diabetes Center of Excellence, VI-SHIP, and Oriental Bank.

20/08/2026

Listen to youth talk about life after high school and clear up myths and facts about pre employment services and vocational rehabilitation.

What helps young people see what’s possible after high school? Real-world experience, good information, and the right support can make a big difference.

In this YETI podcast episode, Jake, Elizabeth, and Dawn talk about work experiences and Pre-Employment Transition Services, clear up common misunderstandings about Vocational Rehabilitation, and explore the barriers that can make it harder for youth to participate—and the practical supports that can help them stay engaged.

🎙️ Watch the video podcast: https://tinyurl.com/4ha5w7f2

20/08/2026

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Summer Series on Aging in Place Part II: Staying Independent as You Age: Strength, Balance, Walking, and Home Safety. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

20/08/2026

Starting at 10:00 AM. St. Thomas, join us!

19/08/2026

18/08/2026

Thinking about working but worried about what it could mean for your Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits?

The Trial Work Period (TWP) is a Work Incentive that lets many people who receive SSDI test their ability to work for at least 9 months while continuing to receive full SSDI benefits – regardless of how much you earn – as long as you report their work activity and continue to meet Social Security’s disability rules.

Understanding your Work Incentives can help you make informed decisions about your future. Read the Trial Work Period fact sheet to learn how it works, then take the next step by connecting with a Ticket to Work service provider that can answer your questions and help you explore your employment goals.
Learn more: https://choosework.ssa.gov/library/fact-sheet-trial-work-period-twp

18/08/2026

Host Angus Drigo speaks with Terrell Alexandre, Deputy Supervisor of Elections for St. Croix, about the primary and general 2026 elections. They cover early voting schedules and locations, registration options (online and in-person), absentee ballots, and contact information for election offices, including their website.
The episode emphasizes accessibility for voters with disabilities, explaining assistive voting machines, the option to bring a helper, transportation resources, how to report access issues, and how to access DRCVI's voting information page. It also mentions voter outreach events and dates for machine demonstrations and a 2026 Elections Expo.

18/08/2026

: Understanding the history of disability rights can help young adults become stronger self-advocates.

This video, part of the seven-part Raise Your Voice: Succeeding Through Self-Advocacy series from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation and Shepherd Center, explores the history of disability rights, the progress that has been made, and why speaking up continues to matter.

It is a valuable resource for young adults and families preparing for the transition to adulthood.

Watch now: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tu7KXMVOki8