News from Tennessee Disability Pathfinder
Dear Friends of Pathfinder, Happy New Year! Although the afterglow of the holidays is quickly fading as we embark on a busy new year, I hope the season was filled with all the things that you enjoy most. A new year is often considered a reset – a time when we review what has happened… Read more A Message from Pathfinder’s Director for the New Year
It’s a new year, and with a new year comes new opportunities to learn, educate, and bring awareness to different topics affecting individuals in the disability community and the resources available to support them. Pathfinder has created a new webinar series for the Spring 2024 season showcasing the intersectionality of mental health concerns and disabilities.… Read more New Year, New Webinars: Pathfinder kicks off new webinar series
In our rapidly evolving digital landscape, accessibility to technology is vital for everyone, particularly for individuals navigating with disabilities. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our Weekly Online Technology Training Series, aimed at bridging accessibility gaps and empowering individuals to thrive in the digital world. At My Tech For All, we’re dedicated to making technology… Read more Technology for All
“There has been a problem with your delivery, click here for more information.” “There was an issue processing your recent Netflix payment, please click this link to update your billing information.” More than likely, you have received text messages and emails like the above statements. Chances are these are from scammers attempting to steal your… Read more AgeWell by Avoiding Scams in 2024
It’s a new year and new things are happening everywhere! There’s some good news in the new year for veterans with disabilities. As of January 1, Disabled Veterans are receiving a 3.2% Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA), increase in their monthly VA disability compensation. What’s the increase? Veterans with a current disability rating of 10%… Read more O Say, Can You See…a 2024 Increase?
At the end of 2023, Pathfinder held nominations and awarded its second annual The Compass Awards. The Compass Awards recognize the efforts and continued support of community collaborators with Pathfinder’s mission to provide disability resource information and support to individuals and families in Tennessee. The Compass Awards were presented by Pathfinder LIVE on Instagram on December 21,… Read more Spotlight – January 2024
As we enter a new year, it can be a great time to reflect on ways to improve your life. Have you ever considered how technology might help you reach your goals? Although it might sound like a unique resolution to use more technology, there are great benefits to using technology in your daily life.… Read more Special Ed 101: New Year New Technology – January 2024
CALLER: Hi. I’m a caregiver. I work with adults who have IDD and live in a very rural area of Northwest Tennessee. Going to an urgent care place or a hospital is hard on them and on me and the other staff members, because of the distance we have to travel. And then when we… Read more Call Pathfinder – January 2024: StationMD Doctors Specialize in Persons with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
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. You are invited to join the Metro Parks disABILITIES Program (MPDP) Basketball Leagues! These events are… Read more Upcoming Events – January 2024
To effectively spread awareness about things that matter to people in the community, we’ve chosen to share information shared by community partners directly from the source. IRS Raises ABLE Account Limit Via Disability Scoop | by Michelle Diament | January 8, 2024 The Internal Revenue Service has upped the gift tax exclusion due to inflation.… Read more In the Know – January 2024