Author: Courtney Taylor

Community Conversations Spark Action on Housing Challenges this Holiday Season

Posted on by Courtney Taylor
A wide view of a community gathering in a gymnasium-style hall with high ceilings and exposed beams. Numerous round tables covered with purple and green tablecloths fill the space, with attendees seated and participating in discussions. Papers, pens, and water bottles are visible on the tables. Large dark panels line the walls, and two screens are positioned at the back, displaying content for the event.

On October 27, community members from across the greater Nashville area gathered for an event focused on addressing the pressing issue of affordable housing for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Hosted by the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center, Our Place Nashville, the Mayor’s Advisory Committee for People with Disabilities, and local advocates and leaders, the… Read more Community Conversations Spark Action on Housing Challenges this Holiday Season

Kindred Stories Spotlighting Direct Support Professionals

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Cover of booklet with 6 photos

The 2021 edition of Kindred Stories of Disabilities focuses on the experiences of direct support professionals (DSP). Across the country, there are approximately 1.4 million individuals who require services from DSPs to live full, meaningful lives in their communities. And unfortunately, the DSP workforce is in crisis. There are high turnover and vacancy rates, issues with tenure,… Read more Kindred Stories Spotlighting Direct Support Professionals