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[Challenged Athletes Foundation @CAFoundation]

It's National Sunglasses Day tomorrow! 🕶 Did you know that our global partner @ride100percent supports CAF sports clinics with essential gear?

In 2025, they provided more than 1,500 pairs of sunglasses, demonstrating what a true mission-aligned partnership looks like.

#TeamCAF #Ride100Percent #BreakingBarriers

[Barry J Jacobs @drbarryjjacobs]

Pain and Acceptance During End-of-Life #Caregiving: #Caregivers may be angry--at healthcare professionals, at themselves--when told that their loved one is dying. Professionals should bear them anger to help move them toward #grief and acceptance
https://t.co/zUjsUJN29N

[RESILIENCE Magazine @RESILIENCEmag1]

The new issue of RESILIENCE magazine for people with disabilities is published.

Read it for free at https://t.co/TXutNS1sTz .

Check it out BECAUSE INFORMATION CHANGES LIVES.

Enjoy the issue.

[Sen. Elissa Slotkin @SenatorSlotkin]

No one should have to go without the medicine they need to live just because of how much it costs. I voted to cap insulin prices at $35 for those on Medicare, and now, this bipartisan bill extends that cap to everyone on private insurance. This is long overdue, and we must keep working to lower prescription drug costs for every American.

Let's get it signed into law.

[SAMHSA @samhsagov]

Learn & share the suicide warning signs for youth.
If you or someone you know exhibits any of these, seek help by reaching out to #988Lifeline

Call or text 988 or chat online https://t.co/TkvsFylLmH

[🌱 Daily Caring @DailyCaring]

Family Issues: Top 3 Excuses From Relatives Who Avoid Caregiving

Is your sibling too busy to help? Does a family member suddenly go AWOL when your parent needs support? If you're nodding in frustrated recognition, you're not alone.

Many primary caregivers find themselves carrying the load while relatives offer a stream of excuses. This imbalance can lead to burnout and resentment, but it doesn't have to be this way.
#caregivers #agingparents #siblingrivalry #caregiving

Click here: https://t.co/b1t9nlQ268

[JobAccommNetwork @JANatJAN]

Photosensitivity can affect concentration, comfort, and productivity on the job. JAN offers accommodation ideas that may help workers manage light-related limitations and perform essential job duties more effectively. https://t.co/4Igp6HPGfg

[AskEARN.org @AskEARN]

@Watlow launched its recruitment effort in a fast-paced manufacturing environment with a simple goal: hiring one worker with a disability. https://t.co/kEaeEHwQ2o

[National Alliance for Caregiving @NA4Caregiving]

A @DOJOfficial memo puts community-based care protections in question. Nearly 60% of #familycaregivers are already stretched thin.

When protections are questioned, families bear the cost of that uncertainty.

Read: 🔗 https://t.co/i6FP64UPrE

[JobAccommNetwork @JANatJAN]

Working with Alzheimer’s disease? Accommodations may help address functional needs related to memory, organization, and concentration on the job. https://t.co/W5Q3sAMJeG

[Barry J Jacobs @drbarryjjacobs]

My Husband with #Dementia Yells at Me. I'm Tired of It: How should #caregivers respond to be unfairly yelled at? Withdraw? Set limits? Employ behavioral strategies? Seek medications for the care receiver? Here are some ideas
https://t.co/YGHkTh7KwJ

[Meningitis Research Foundation @M_R_F]

@DHSCgovuk We welcome this important step forward for MenB protection. This is real progress, but there is more to do to ensure all at-risk teenagers and young adults have access to protection.

Visit https://t.co/MjXFs4rLxF for trusted information and support.

[National Disability Rights Network @NDRNadvocates]

Share your Medicaid story 🎥

Seeking people with I/DD in Roanoke, VA area for short documentary (honorarium provided)

For more details: https://t.co/EKBXUyvwoG

[Sepsis Alliance @SepsisAlliance]

A powerful day on Capitol Hill.

Today, Sepsis Alliance team members, board members, and advocates came together on Capitol Hill to meet with members of the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives.

Together, we're advocating for bipartisan action that can help save lives and limbs and improve outcomes for millions of Americans.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and shared their story. Your voices are making a difference.

Learn more about Sepsis Alliance advocacy at https://t.co/XLTRk5fMOY.

#SepsisAlliance #HillDay #SepsisAwareness #Advocacy

[AskEARN.org @AskEARN]

Just announced! This year’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month (#NDEAM) theme will carry the spirit of last year’s celebration forward through 2026 in honor of America’s 250th birthday. https://t.co/JB3s9Njmi0

[JobAccommNetwork @JANatJAN]

Empowering workers with disabilities begins with practical, high-quality support. Whether you’re a worker, employer, or policymaker, JAN and EARN can help. Learn more about these FREE technical assistance services: https://t.co/wuSRJqqQGQ

[Barry J Jacobs @drbarryjjacobs]

My Family Ignores That I Need Help with Dad's #Caregiving: #Caregivers can't force other family members to help. But they may become engaged through problem-solving and meeting them where they are
https://t.co/myZCvTVF6j

[Disabled World (DW) Disability News Service @DisabledWorld]

#FoodInsecurity Affects 19% of #Disabled #NewYorkers - In #NewYorkCity 19% of people with #disabilities are #foodinsecure - learn the causes and practical ways to save money on #food without losing #nutrition - https://t.co/dxWQ0JQn2T

[The Silver Kings @catwoman1957]

So true

[National Alliance for Caregiving @NA4Caregiving]

Family caregivers could lose Medicaid coverage — not because they don't qualify, but because of paperwork.

That is not acceptable. Read our statement on @CMSGov's latest rule: 🔗 https://t.co/2iUeVID7nQ… 

#FamilyCaregiving #Medicaid #CMS