Thompson Policy Institute on Disability

Promoting disability inclusion through research, policy, and advocacy. We envision a world where all people in the disability community thrive. 🌍✨ #Disability

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Subodh Garg (@traveling_subodh)from Love on the Spectrum will be joining us as our Annual TPI Summit MC 👏

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We are honored to welcome Mia Noelle Rodriquez as a Keynote Speaker at our upcoming 11th Annual Summit on Disability and Opportunities for All!

👉Registration information coming soon

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CalFresh eligibility has changed.
Recent updates may affect who qualifies and how benefits are calculated. Some households could see changes to their eligibility or benefit amounts. https://t.co/6aiBuPelBZ

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We heard 2016 was trending? 👀

And for us at TPI, it was a BIG year, we held our very first Summit on Disability and Opportunities for All!
Here’s a little throwback to where it all began.⭐️➡️

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A Collaborative Approach to Autism Training in Public Safety
Our work with the @irvinepolice supports Interaction with Neurodiverse Citizens: Training on Effective Response and Communication (INTERAC)-an autism-specific training designed to strengthen effective communication.

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Exciting Collaboration Alert!🚨
Our FAST team at The Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center @CHOC, in partnership with Lieutenant Scherer fromthe Irvine Police Department and Amy & Spencer from Glennwood, has proudly presented a crucial training session.

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Our TPI team continues to learn from the field! 🏫

This October, some of our team visited Brawley Elementary School District to observe co-taught #classrooms, including exciting new TK models leading the way in #inclusiveeducation. 🌟

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Learn how CalABLE empowers individuals with disabilities to save for the future without affecting eligibility for public benefits.
Discover who qualifies and how to open a CalABLE account!

Join today learn more on Zoom 6-7pm!

🔗https://t.co/Cssp9myIce

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🎉 Celebrating 80 Years of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)

In 1988, the U.S. Congress declared October as National Disability Employment Awareness Month to honor the contributions and employment needs of people with disabilities.

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TPI was honored to attend the 2025 Glennwood Housing Foundation Gala! ✨
We’re proud to celebrate with our partners from the Thompson Autism and Neurodevelopmental Center as we work together to support inclusive opportunities for all.
#Accessibility #InclusiveLiving

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🌟 Learn how to save smart with CalABLE !
Discover how individuals with disabilities can build savings without affecting their benefits.
📅 Join us Wednesday, November 5, from 6:00–7:30 PM on Zoom.
🔗 Register now: https://t.co/LpsmrOSjHu

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Meet our Transition Planning Team! ✨

Through workshops, coaching, and partnerships across Orange County, our team helps create pathways to independence and meaningful employment for individuals with disabilities. 🌟

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BRIDGE TO THE FUTURE 6 INSTITUTE RECAP!
From September 29 - October 1, 2025, our CUTPI Transition Team joined over 450 leaders from across California to support youth and adults with disabilities in education, employment, and independent living.

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Welcome to the Thompson Policy Institute on Disability at Chapman University! Located in the heart of Chapman's vibrant campus, TPI is where research, advocacy, and innovation come together to advance access and equity for all.

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The Thompson Policy Institute (TPI) was honored to present at the 2025 Thompson Center Autism Conference in Missouri! Dr. Audri Sandoval Gomez and Kari Adams shared in the Education Strand: “Building Inclusive PK–12 Systems Through Collective Responsibility and Leadership.”

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Register today! https://t.co/BparNKnEPx

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We know our time together flew by, that's why were offering another workshop designed to go deeper. Whether or not you joined us for Part I, we'd love for you to join the conversation! Register now! https://t.co/jfn7wXnwpf

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Navigating the World of Educational Services Webinar
Learn to better understand your loved one's educational journey.
Topics will include:
Differences between lEPs and 504s, rights and protections, and other practical tips on collaborating with schools.

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Seminario Web -
Navegando por el Mundo de los Servicios Educativos
Aprenda a comprender mejor la trayectoria eductiva de sur
ser querido.
Temas incluirán:
Diferencias entre los lEPs y los 504s, derechos y
con las escuelas. pactos paracada
21 de mayo de 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
por Zoom