Northern Nevada Center for Independent Living

02/27/2026

👁️‍🗨️ Carson City Blind Peer Support Group. You’re Invited!

Looking for connection and community? Join us for the Blind Peer Support Group & Independent Living Information Session in Carson City! This event is a welcoming space for people who are blind or low vision to connect, share experiences, learn from one another, and get helpful information about living independently.

🗓 When: Monday, March 3 | 11: 00 am - 1:00 pm
📍 Where: Carson City Senior Center
💬 What: Peer support, discussion, and independent living resources

Whether you’re newly navigating life with vision loss or have been part of our community for years, this group is designed for support, encouragement, and shared learning. Come connect with friends, meet new people, and be part of a community that understands.

Questions? Mark@NNCIL.org

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02/26/2026

Have you used assistive technology in school?

Technology isn’t just helpful for students to participate in classwork, it also helps with important social and emotional skills developed and practiced at school.

Curious to learn more? Watch the full video on our YouTube channel!

Funded by U.S. Department of Education. Grant Number H421E230026.

02/25/2026

👁️‍🗨️ Blind & Low Vision Peer Support Group — Every Friday on Zoom

Looking for connection, community, or just a space to talk it out? Join NNCIL every Friday from 2:00 to 4:15 pm for our Blind & Low Vision Peer Support Group.

Whether you’re newly navigating blindness or low vision, adjusting to changes, or just want to connect with others who get it, this is a welcoming space to share what’s on your mind. We can talk about daily challenges, celebrate wins, explore new technology that supports independent living, or simply check in with each other.

Community matters. And you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Questions? Mark@NNCIL.org

02/24/2026

We’re proud to spotlight Family Respite Care of Nevada, a longtime partner providing center-based respite care for children with disabilities, support that gives families a much-needed break while ensuring kids are safe, supported, and engaged.

You can support their work and enjoy a great afternoon of hockey at the Tahoe Knight Monsters game:

🏒 Sunday, March 29, 2026
⏰ 3:00 PM puck drop
📍 Tahoe Blue Event Center
75 Highway 50, Stateline, NV 89449

💙 25% of proceeds from the event QR code will directly support Family Respite Care of Nevada’s center-based respite services.

Community partnerships like this make real access and real support possible.

02/23/2026

“Abled does not mean enabled. Disabled does not mean less abled.”
— Khang Kijarro Nguyen

Disability isn’t about lack of ability. It’s about access. It’s about barriers. It’s about whether systems are designed to include everyone.

At NNCIL, our job isn’t to “enable” anyone. It’s to remove barriers, expand access, and support self-determination so people can live the lives they choose.

Because disability is a natural part of the human experience.
And equity means making room for everyone.

02/20/2026

📢 Medicare Changes You Should Know for 2026

Medicare is updating how some costs and coverage work in 2026, and a few of these changes might affect your healthcare budget. Here’s a quick breakdown from AARP 👇

👉 Lower drug prices on select medications — Thanks to new negotiations, some high-cost prescription drugs will be cheaper at the pharmacy starting in 2026. This could mean real savings for folks who rely on regular medications.

👉 Prescription drug out-of-pocket costs may still rise overall — Even with some lower drug prices, the cap on what you pay out of pocket for Part D prescription drugs will increase slightly next year.

👉 Part B (doctor and outpatient) costs are going up — The standard monthly premium for Part B and the Part B deductible are both increasing in 2026.

👉 Part A and Medicare Advantage plans also change — Hospital deductibles and plan-specific costs are shifting — and your best choice may depend on your situation and where you live.

Read the full article here:
👉 https://www.aarp.org/medicare/whats-new-in-medicare-2026/

If these changes leave you with questions about what plan is right for you, we’d love to help you understand your options.

Lower prices on 10 drugs, new features in plan finder, no reenrollment in prescription payment plan? You’ll see those benefits and some things to watch out for.

02/19/2026

🧠 Tech That Helps You Hear Better — What You Should Know

Hearing loss can make everyday conversations and busy spaces feel overwhelming, but technology is evolving fast to help. According to a recent AARP article covering hearing assistive technology, there are exciting options that make hearing easier and more connected than ever.

Here’s what we think matters most for our community:

🔹 Modern Tools Are Improving Access
New assistive hearing tech — including upgraded hearing aids and wireless solutions — can help you hear clearly in challenging listening situations like restaurants, gatherings, and crowded spaces. But the first step is always getting your hearing tested so you and your provider can pick the right tools for you.

📱 Connectivity That Works With Your Life
Some of the newest hearing technologies use Bluetooth so your device can connect directly to phones and other smart tech — helping you stream calls, videos, and audio right into your hearing device. This type of connectivity is becoming more common and may soon be widespread in public tech too.

👂 Hearing Technology Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All
There are lots of assistive listening systems available — from updated hearing aids to newer standards of public audio streaming like Auracast (coming soon) — so it’s about matching your needs with the right solutions.

➡️ Takeaway for the NNCIL Community:
Hearing assistive technology is more powerful and accessible than many people realize, and it can make everyday communication easier. If you or someone you support experiences hearing loss, start with a hearing evaluation and explore the options that fit your goals and lifestyle.

https://www.aarp.org/health/conditions-treatments/hearing-assistive-technology/

Public spaces like theaters, churches and schools have built-in technology so you can hear over the noise.

02/19/2026

Staying up to date on preventative care is an important part of starting healthy. Regularly scheduling appointments with your primary care physician, dentist, or any specialists you may need to see on an ongoing basis is an important part of living independently.

Get more information at NNCIL.org/Youth

Funded by U.S. Department of Education. Grant Number H421E230026

02/18/2026

We love Jackpot! Meet him on the very cool Nevada TRIP website! And then use it to find all kinds of resources for young people with disabilities!

02/18/2026

❄️ Winter Weather Update — Stay Safe Out There

With the snowy conditions in effect across much of Northern Nevada, we want to remind our community to prioritize safety and stay informed. Driving and walking conditions can change quickly in this weather, especially for people with mobility or vision challenges.

💛 If you must go out, please take extra precautions. Allow extra time, dress in layers, and let someone know your plans. If you can stay home, stay warm, and stay connected, that’s the safest choice right now.

We care about your well-being. Check local alerts and updates regularly, and don’t hesitate to reach out if you need assistance or information about resources available during this winter weather.

Learn more here: https://nncil.org/blizzard-emergency/

Let’s look out for each other during this snow event! ❄️🤝

02/18/2026

If you are unable to attend in person, they will carry your story with them.

Your lived experience helps policymakers understand the real impact of Medicare coverage decisions, Social Security policies, federal funding levels, and national disability legislation.
Please consider sharing your story here:
👉 https://forms.gle/ufPVCPe5c1GMgRoj6

02/18/2026

📣 Communication Access Services Information Session – Reno

The Communication Access Services (CAS) Program is hosting an information session in Reno, and NNCIL staff will be there. Join them to learn more about the CAS Program budget and the communication access services funded through community partners.

🗓 March 3, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Aging and Disability Services Division
10375 Professional Circle, Reno, NV 89521

ASL interpreters will be provided.

If you have questions or need additional accommodations, contact CASCinfo@adsd.nv.gov. Accommodation requests must be made at least 5 business days in advance.