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| Supporting the rights of people with disabilities |
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Millions of Americans live with an intellectual, developmental or physical disability. July 26 marks the 27th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The ADA mandates that people with disabilities have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else.
NeighborWorks is committed to creating opportunities for all people to live in affordable homes, improve their lives and strengthen their communities. In this issue, we look at how some of our network organizations are helping people with disabilities live more fully. |
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| Legally blind woman finds her ‘home, sweet, home’ |
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| A nearly 100-year-old house got a facelift and became a home for a Kansas woman and her guide dog. Thanks to Mennonite Housing, some of the new features in the renovated house will help the legally blind homeowner live comfortably. She says the place is a blessing. |
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| Studio creates creative and profitable opportunities for disabled artists |
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| NeighborWorks network member Pathfinder Services offers space within the community where disabled artists can paint, sculpt, sew and craft jewelry. The artists also are able to sell their masterpieces online. |
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| Groups join forces to ensure youth success |
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| Do you know what it means to have a “visitable” home and community? It’s living in a place that is accepting of disabled people, making it easy to visit and navigate. In this guest blog post, an advocate for disability rights speaks out. |
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