TASH

Equity, Opportunity, and Inclusion for People with Disabilities Since 1975

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TASH is a coalition of researchers, educators, self-advocates & many more working for a world where people with disabilities are able to participate in all aspects of life. Learn about our mission, member benefits and how to join at https://t.co/fW4YctkBfq #TASHis4Everyone

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Take action: Ask your state leaders to reaffirm their commitment to Olmstead and the right of people with disabilities to live and receive services in their communities.

Start here: https://t.co/OnLy1Q2MmC

#PolicyWatch #Olmstead #TASH

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Pennsylvania is expanding accessibility across its state parks and forests with new features like communication boards, accessible trails, colorblind viewing glasses, and other tools designed to help more people connect with nature.

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#Accessibility  #TASH

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The ADA, IDEA, and Section 504 have created meaningful protections - but preserving and strengthening those rights takes continued advocacy, informed communities, and engagement from all of us.

#DisabilityRights #MythVsFact #Accessibility #Inclusion #TASH

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Thank you to everyone who joined us for TASH’s 10th Annual Outstanding Leadership in Disability Law Symposium and Award Celebration. We’re grateful to our speakers, attendees, partners, and everyone who helped make this event a success.

#TASH #DisabilityLaw #Advocacy

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Disability advocacy organizations are raising concerns about proposed federal budget reductions that could affect Protection & Advocacy systems.

https://t.co/QKaebPfFnu

#PolicyWatch #TASH

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Today (Friday, August 7) is the last day to submit award nominations and scholarship and volunteering applications for the 2026 TASH Conference. Learn more and access the webforms from the Conference website here: https://t.co/tGRm9ZNGh0 #2026TAHConf

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Quiet rooms and sensory-friendly spaces are designed to reduce noise, bright lights, and other sensory input, creating a calming environment for people with autism, PTSD, anxiety, sensory sensitivities, and others who may need a break from overstimulation.

#SensoryFriendly #TASH

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Georgetown Center for Children and Families's six-part "Medicaid Connections" webinar series continues Tuesday, August 18 with part two on "Children & Youth with Special Health Care Needs: Health & Justice". Learn more and register at https://t.co/uB1TroUJhx

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As a new school year begins, take a few moments to talk with your children about kindness, inclusion, and the value of our differences. 📚 Small conversations at home can help build more compassionate classrooms - and communities where every student belongs.

#BackToSchool #TASH

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New research highlights the value of workplace accommodations. The study found that fully providing accommodations can improve work experiences and help reduce disparities in job satisfaction for employees with disabilities.

https://t.co/CDgwZ0pL4s?

#DisabilityEmployment #TASH

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As we celebrate the ADA's anniversary, let's keep advocating for equity, defending disability rights, and building inclusive communities where everyone belongs. Now more than ever, your support matters.

Get Involved: https://t.co/fW4YctkBfq

#ADA36 #TASH

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Awards nominations and scholarships and volunteering applications for the 2026 TASH Conference are open for one more week. Learn more and fill out the forms from the Conference website: https://t.co/ttHQ9e92TQ #2026TASHConf

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Accessibility isn't just about compliance, it's about creating environments where everyone can participate and thrive.

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Just one week left to register for TASH's tenth annual Outstanding Leadership in Disability Law Symposium and Awards Celebration. For the full schedule of panels and presenters and to register, visit https://t.co/jTPt4uUMoH #2026OLDL

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A group of U.S. Senators has introduced a new framework to strengthen long-term services and supports:

View Press Release: https://t.co/oxDD4yWoDs 

#LongTermCare #DisabilityPolicy #CommunityLiving #TASH

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TASH is concerned by the U.S. Department of Education's announcement that it is moving the Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services to HHS and the Office for Civil Rights to the Department of Justice. 

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#Section504 #IDEA #TASH

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Conference & Legal Symposium news, Community Life Engagement, the DOJ legal opinion on Olmstead, transportation & employment, RPSD OnlineFirst articles: if you missed the June issue of TASH in Action in your e-mail, you can read it on the TASH blog here: https://t.co/zKe7QWBFGg

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July is Disability Pride Month — a time to celebrate disability as a natural part of human diversity.

Disability Pride is about embracing identity, challenging stigma, and advancing accessibility and inclusion for all.

#DisabilityPrideMonth #DisabilityPride #TASH

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Our nation's founding ideals remind us that the work of expanding freedom, justice and belonging is never finished. Together, we will continue striving for communities where people with disabilities are valued, included, and empowered to participate fully in all aspects of life.

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CMS has issued a new rule requiring certain Medicaid recipients to complete at least 80 hours per month of work, education, community service, or other qualifying activities to maintain coverage.

States must begin implementing by 1/1/27

https://t.co/h7OicIW1uN

#Medicaid  #TASH