News from Tennessee Disability Pathfinder
As Christopher Reeves, actor and disability advocate, said, “A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.” Self-advocacy allows individuals to express their needs and how they might need help. Practice is the best way to build these skills and learn how to use them… Read more Special Ed 101: – Setting Self-Advocacy IEP Goals
CALLER: Hi, I am on ECF, and I have not had a PA (personal assistant) in a few years. My mother is doing everything, and I don’t even have a respite provider to give her a break. My mother and I met some people from the Consumer Direct Care Network. They had a table at… Read more Call Pathfinder – February 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. Fee Waived on Disabled Person Plate for Parents and Guardians of Individuals with Disabilities Via Tennessee Department of Revenue | January 23, 2024 The Department of Revenue and the… Read more In the Know – February 2024
Hey job seekers! Are you ready to embark on a transformative journey to a more inclusive and understanding workplace? Whether you’re looking for your dream job or the perfect volunteer opportunity, we’re sharing employment and volunteer opportunities and resources in the Tennessee disability community. Join us in embracing a future where every person has the… Read more EmployAbility – February 2024
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. The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera has their upcoming All-Accessible Concert on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at Noon!… Read more Upcoming Events – February 2024
Tennessee Disability Pathfinder offers a growing library of disability resources available at TNPathfinder.org. In addition to the growing directory of resources on Pathfinder’s website, here are some we’re highlighting this month. You have a right to appeal if your child has lost their Medicaid or CHIP benefits. Learn more at www.familyvoices.org/unwinding. The mission of the… Read more Resource Corner – Feb 2024
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