A Message from Pathfinder’s Communications Manager on Connecting to Holiday Resources

Dear Pathfinder Pals, It’s already the Holiday Season, the most wonderful time of the year! There are countless reasons to celebrate, with back-to-back holidays, from Thanksgiving to Hanukkah through Christmas, Kwanzaa, New Year’s Day, Disability Awareness Days, and every day in between. Connecting individuals with disabilities and their families to resources during the holiday season… Read more A Message from Pathfinder’s Communications Manager on Connecting to Holiday Resources

Connecting the Dots to Accessible Holiday Fun

Multi-photo collage image with a diverse group of people in each photo celebrating the holidays. The image has a dark red background with text at the top center of the image, "PREPPING FOR THE HOLIDAYS By Sheena Adams-Avery, CDT, CDP."

The Fall/Winter holiday season is always the busiest and most celebratory time of the year. However, it can also be one of the most difficult times for people with disabilities, and their family and friends. While it can be a time for sharing and togetherness that can strengthen friendships and familial bonds, the holidays also… Read more Connecting the Dots to Accessible Holiday Fun

Connecting to Technology

Black background image with a pyramid of text starting with the state of TN and Pathfinder's logos at the top and "TECH CONNECT." on the next two lines. The 'o' in the word "CONNECT" is replaced with a circular dotted technology symbol.

Have you heard about Tennessee Tech Connect yet? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), Assistive technology products can help promote well-being and independence by enhancing a person’s ability to learn, work, play, and otherwise lead healthy and productive lives. However, while technology has transformative potential for everyone, access to technology is vital for people… Read more Connecting to Technology

Connecting through Awareness & Inclusion – November 2023

Background image of a Thanksgiving meal. Text on the image" "INCLUSION & DISABILITY AWARENESS NOVEMBER 2023."

Disability inclusion means understanding the relationship between how people function and how they participate in society and ensuring everybody has the same opportunities to participate in every aspect of life to the best of their abilities and desires. To effectively spread awareness and foster inclusion, each month we commemorate and share Disability Awareness information, resources,… Read more Connecting through Awareness & Inclusion – November 2023

Connecting through Upcoming Events – November 2023

Find what’s happening in your area by visiting our Community Calendar and begin your journey with events that enhance your life experiences.  Also, follow us on social media to stay up to date with events in the disability community. AutismTN Connect In-Person Social Networking is a safe and welcoming space for individuals on the autism spectrum… Read more Connecting through Upcoming Events – November 2023

Message from the Pathfinder Director on Disability Employment Awareness

Gradient dark green background image with a yellow curvy shape on the bottom left of the image and a light green curvy shape on the top right of the image. On the left of the image is a photo of a female with blonde hair, wearing a purple top and is in front of a greenery background. Below the photo is cursive text "Megan Hart," and a title "PROGRAM DIRECTOR." On the right of the image is text that says, "A MESSAGE FROM OUR DIRECTOR." On the top right of the image is Patfhinder's branded graphic.

Dear Friends of Pathfinder, As the month of October brings in a new season of holiday celebrations and festivities, we want to take a moment to think about what it means to recognize National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM) every October. It is a time to acknowledge the progress that has been made in the… Read more Message from the Pathfinder Director on Disability Employment Awareness