Disability Action Center NW Lewiston Office

Disability Action Center NW Lewiston Office Disability Action Center NW, Inc. works to promote the independence and equality of all individuals

Peer Support-
Taking new risks and becoming independent can be hard. Talking to someone who has been in a similar situation can help. DAC offers: Contact with peers;
Peer counseling for individuals, groups, and families; and
Group activities and group meetings. Living Skills-
People often must learn new skills to be independent. The DAC staff and volunteers can help you learn to:
Manage finances;
Be assertive in the community;
Communicate effectively;
Advocate for yourself and your rights; and
Do daily tasks in the new way. Technology-
DAC wants to bridge the "digital divide" so that people with disabilities have equal access to all that computers can offer. We provide: A computer lab with broadband internet access;
Classes and individual tutoring in computer and internet basics; and
Donated computers for home use. In-Home Support Services-
Ask about our "Personal Assistant" services. DAC takes care of the billing and payroll; you do the hiring and supervising! Make your own decisions;
Manage your care without agency-control; and
Get the very best support services. Information & Referral-
As the saying goes, "information is power!" To control your life, you need accessible and accurate information. To help fulfill this need, DAC provides advocacy services in the following areas and many more: Community services and organizations;
Disability laws;
Independent Living issues;
Accessible housing and transportation;
Different types of disabilities;
Removing architectural barriers;
Tips on performing daily activities;
Assistive technology (A.T.);
Regular newsletter; and
Community events.

General Disability Etiquette - Let’s redefine the face of ability!Respect Privacy.Do: If someone shares information abou...
01/08/2026

General Disability Etiquette - Let’s redefine the face of ability!
Respect Privacy.
Do: If someone shares information about their disability, respect their
privacy. It’s their choice to disclose that information.
Don’t: Ask personal questions about someone’s disability unless they’ve
chosen to share.
Be mindful of your environment.
Do: Ensure that your workplace, event, or community space is accessible to
people with disabilities. This includes ramps, elevators, accessible restrooms,
and parking spaces.
Don’t: Block accessible areas or overlook basic accessibility needs.
These “Think Again” reminders are courtesy of Independent Lifestyles, Inc.
in Sauk Rapids Minnesota.

Congratulations to Holly C. for finding our accessibility icon in the newsletter! Have a cup of cheer on us!
01/07/2026

Congratulations to Holly C. for finding our accessibility icon in the newsletter! Have a cup of cheer on us!

If you didn't get the newsletter direct to your inbox you can still read it online! January issue has information on jou...
01/06/2026

If you didn't get the newsletter direct to your inbox you can still read it online! January issue has information on journaling, World Braille Day, showing your caregiver appreciation, medication management systems, volunteering to build your resume and more! Catch it here, and if you find the tiny, accessibility icon, email us the location and be entered to win a Starbucks Gift Card.
https://dacnw.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/interstate-connections-newsletter-1.pdf

Order from Lewiston's Panda Express this Thursday January 8th between 10am and 9:30 pm and a portion of your meal goes t...
01/06/2026

Order from Lewiston's Panda Express this Thursday January 8th between 10am and 9:30 pm and a portion of your meal goes to Lewiston Salvation Army Housing program. If you order online, use code 3852016 or tell them in person.

World Braille Day reminds us that access to information is a civil right. Braille empowers people who are blind to read,...
01/04/2026

World Braille Day reminds us that access to information is a civil right. Braille empowers people who are blind to read, learn, work, and live independently.

Community ConnectJanuary 8 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pmFREEA free opportunity available to anyone in the community. Find resource...
01/02/2026

Community Connect
January 8 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
FREE

A free opportunity available to anyone in the community. Find resources related to clothing, disability, education, employment, food, housing, hygiene, medical, mentorship, and treatment. Learn about the resources in our community and gather information about programs available to assist you. For more information call 208-848-6642.

Did U Know? If you don't have access to internet, there are locations in Washington where you can have access to free dr...
12/31/2025

Did U Know? If you don't have access to internet, there are locations in Washington where you can have access to free drive-in wifi. To find a location near you go to this website.

All public and private entities participating in the drive-in WiFi hotspot location finder do so at their own discretion. Commerce is not monitoring whether hotspot locations have remained active.

We hope you have a Happy New Year!
12/31/2025

We hope you have a Happy New Year!

The Idaho Legislature during the 2025 session approved HouseBill 345, which moved oversight of Idaho’s entire Medicaidpr...
12/26/2025

The Idaho Legislature during the 2025 session approved House
Bill 345, which moved oversight of Idaho’s entire Medicaid
program to a managed care organization, added work
requirements for some people, and required cost sharing of
services for participants, among other sweeping changes. Idaho
Department of Health & Welfare is seeking public input through a
statewide survey until December 31st. Go to the link to leave your comments.
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=c8g5NsM7pEKnLMNnQnsff-FfJoaV94BCpfFqJMlLn9BUQ0JFVkVUNktaRzZSWlozNDBXMFlGTVRHUi4u&route=shorturl

For decades, Tom Olin has shown up for the disability community - now it's our turn to show up for him! He had a recent ...
12/23/2025

For decades, Tom Olin has shown up for the disability community - now it's our turn to show up for him! He had a recent car accident and needs some medical care. Please consider donating to the Go Fund Me that is set up for him.

Tom Olin is the social documentarian of the disability rights movement. He spen… Tom Olin needs your support for Support Tom Olin’s Kidney Transplant Journey

Everyone at DAC NW and DAC NEW wish you a Happy Holiday! We will resume business on December 26th.
12/23/2025

Everyone at DAC NW and DAC NEW wish you a Happy Holiday! We will resume business on December 26th.

Address

330 5th Street
Lewiston, ID
83501

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12087469033

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