SOCIL-Ohio

05/22/2026

🗣️🗣️🗣️CALL TO ACTION, ATHENS, OH!! 🗣️🗣️🗣️

City of Athens, Ohio - News and Informationhas not done enough routine maintenance or general work on the crosswalks to keep them ADA accessible. The sidewalks and curb cuts are crumbling and there is no ADA transition plan, as required by FEDERAL LAW. The city promised to have an ADA transition plan done by the end of 2025 and that never happened. We want to encourage the city to meet their federal obligations and their obligations to the city to allow people with mobility disabilities to fully live their lives.

SOCIL is asking YOU to let Mayor, Steve Patterson and City Safety Service Director, Andy Stone, know your issues about the lack of accessibility with uptown Athens, OH.

Please email them at:
Mayor, Steve Patterson:
spatterson@ci.athens.oh. us

City Safety Service Director,
Andy Stone: astone@ci.athens.oh.us

Then—comment on this video!

Image description: Various videos and pictures of uptown Athens, OH highlighting its’ inaccessibility.

05/21/2026

Traveling with a disability can sometimes feel stressful because there’s so much to think about before leaving home. I know there have been times I got somewhere and realized I forgot something important. Over time, I started making myself a checklist before every trip, and honestly it has helped reduce a lot of stress and anxiety.

I wanted to share this in hopes it helps someone else feel more confident about traveling. Whether it’s a weekend trip or a longer vacation, being prepared can make the trip a lot more enjoyable.

Sometimes the little things like extra medical supplies, tools, chargers, or even an extra seat cover can make a huge difference when you’re away from home.

Travel should be about making memories, not worrying the whole time about what you forgot. Hopefully this checklist suggestion helps someone feel more comfortable getting out and exploring.



Image description: A screenshot of a packing list.

05/21/2026

Be involved in advocacy in Lancaster by completing the accessibility survey.

The City of Lancaster is currently conducting a survey to gather input on ADA accessibility throughout the city, and we need your help!  

05/21/2026

Protecting program integrity should never come at the expense of human dignity, due process, privacy, or access to essential care. DeWine and other state officials MUST include people with disabilities in this process. People with disabilities and organizations working with us or on our behalf have....

05/21/2026

05/20/2026

🌴☀️🏊‍♂️ SOCIL Pool Party! 🏊‍♀️☀️🌴

Come join SOCIL and friends for our 1st Ever Pool Party!

📅 Date: June 15, 2026
⏰ Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM

📍 Tiki Pool
1475 Tiki Ln Lancaster Ohio 43130

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring your family and friends!

♿ Tiki Pool has ADA pool chairs available for individuals who need assistance accessing the pool.

🎶 Come hang out, meet new people, swim, and enjoy a fun evening filled with great music and friendship!

✅ Must Register by June 8th
Use the QR code on the flyer or register online: https://forms.gle/3tw62aXaJkpnPgZa6

⛈️ Rain Plan:
If there is bad weather, we will hold a Game Night instead!

📍 Lancaster Parks and Recreation
⏰ 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

05/18/2026

App of the Week: Puppet Pals 2: All Access Children unlock creativity with this easy to use (but hard to put down) interactive puppet show! Even young children can create high quality cartoons from their imaginations. Kids can even star in the show alongside the built-in characters!
Price $4.99 Device iPhone, iPad

05/13/2026

Accessibility matters… and it’s awesome seeing businesses making an effort to include everyone.

We stopped by the Steak ‘n Shake in Athens, Ohio and noticed several features that help make the experience easier for wheelchair users. From a lowered kiosk for ordering, to staff willing to jump in and help, to a lower counter/bar area for dining, they’ve clearly thought about accessibility. Even the fountain drink station was lowered so wheelchair users can fill their own drinks independently.

These small details make a BIG difference for independence and inclusion. Hopefully more businesses continue moving in this direction. Great job Steak ‘n Shake in Athens for helping create a more inclusive experience for everyone!

Steak 'n Shake Brian Woodyard

05/12/2026

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