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04/14/2026

Do you know a veteran who needs a ramp? Modifications to their home due to disability? Emergency rent help? Check out Semper Fi and America's Fund here.

Supporting all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces, Semper Fi & America’s Fund provides one-on-one case management, connection, and lifetime support. They

04/12/2026

It's World Parkinson's Day today.

When early signs of Parkinson’s started approximately 10-15 years ago, my mother claimed it was just old age. She ignored the symptoms. By the time she did seek a diagnosis to qualify for hospice care, her quality of life had significantly diminished. By the time she was officially diagnosed, she was terminal. She passed away a month later. No one in the family was surprised by the Parkinson’s diagnosis. You don’t have to suffer ... Read more here. https://dacnw.org/organization_news/news-from-dac-new-6/

In February 2025, my mother passed away from Parkinson’s disease dementia. She was 77 years old. April is Parkinson's Awareness Month. When early signs of Parkinson’s started approximately 10-15 years ago, my mother claimed it was just old age. She ignored the symptoms. By the time she did seek ...

04/11/2026

They say you can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar. You can use this approach when communicating with your elected officials. People are hard wired to react emotionally. Social media’s success is founded on that reaction and builds their algorithms to perpetuate the emotional response.
You need to rise above that if you want to build...read more here.

They say you can catch more flies with honey than with vinegar. You can use this approach when communicating with your elected officials. People are hard wired to react emotionally. Social media’s success is founded on that reaction and builds their algorithms to perpetuate the emotional response....

04/07/2026

Have you seen our April Interstate Connections Newsletter? Is Parkinson's Disease Awareness month and we have two articles to help you. Plus the latest in hands free gaming, how to advocate with your elected official, a source for low cost pharmaceuticals and more!

Mobility Disabilities.

03/03/2026

Brain injuries affect millions of people worldwide each year - from mild concussions to severe brain injuries that can permanently alter your life. Recognizing early symptoms is important - headaches, confusion, memory loss, or changes in behavior. Early treatment provides the best outcome.

03/02/2026

Today is International Wheelchair Day. Show us your beauty! Post a pic in the comments
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03/01/2026

March is Intellectual Disability Month

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities.
Don’t make assumptions about a persons abilities.
Do: Speak in simple, clear language. Be patient and allow the person to process information.
Do: Include people with intellectual disabilities in conversations and activities, just like everyone else
Don’t: Use complex language or speak down to them. Don’t assume someone with a developmental disability cannot understand or contribute.

These “Think Again” reminders are courtesy of ILICIL Independent Lifestyles, Inc. in Sauk Rapids Minnesota.

02/11/2026

Winner! Winner! Congratulations to Yvonne for finding the accessibility icon in our Interstate Connections Newsletter!

02/10/2026

Our February Interstate Connections newsletter has great info on preparing for a emergency room visit, peer support groups, accessible cleaning tips for your home, free skiing for veterans and new ways service dogs are being trained...
You can read it all here: https://dacnw.org/newsletter/
And if you find the tiny accessible icon, email it to us to win a free Starbucks card!

02/04/2026

Today is World Cancer Day. Cancer is considered a disability for many people - during treatment and long after. It can impact mobility, energy, mental health, and daily life. Recognizing this helps ensure access to accommodations, understanding and support!

02/02/2026

Suzanne Conrad is our newest Veteran Directed Care Coordinator in this fast growing program. She will be serving in the Puget Sound area. She has been living with osteoarthritis, lumbar scoliosis and osteoporosis. She has learned that you have to know yourself, honor your strengths, and listen to your intuition. A veteran herself, she loves to spend time with her family and 4 dogs on the beach. “You either control your mind or it controls you.” ~ unknown

01/28/2026

Medicaid home and community-based services are facing potentially drastic cuts in Idaho that will severely impact people with a disability and their in-home service programs. The national median cost of full-time home care is $6,292 per month, compared to $9,277 for a semi-private room in a nursing home. And most people prefer being in their own home and community! Contact your state legislators and let them know how you feel.