BU YELL Lab

The YELL Lab at Boston University develops and evaluates tools and interventions that empower #youth and young adults with developmental #disabilities.

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Linda says "I went to the MFA with Yachard. I took a ride service I’d practiced using and took a tour and art class where I made a mask! Finding the bathroom was hard because the front door was closed, but I asked for help and went through the side door." #MFA #ProjectTEAMTuesday

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Linda says “I went to a Japanese festival downtown and got food in Chinatown. Getting there was hard because the T doors didn’t open at my stop, but I asked passengers for help and planned ahead by learning how to get there ahead of time.” #JapaneseFestival #ProjectTEAMTuesday

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Linda says "I used the ride service The Ride. Making the reservation on the phone was hard because they needed a lot of information, but I asked my mom for help. I planned ahead by practicing using it so I can now use it on my own in the future." #TheRide #ProjectTEAMTuesday

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Linda says "I went to the Heartbreak Hill marathon and saw the wheelchair, women's, and men's teams. I waited 4 hours to see my friends run by but had to leave because I got too hungry. However I did plan ahead by bringing a chair to sit in." #BostonMarathon #ProjectTEAMTuesday

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Linda says “I went to New England Yachad where I did improv and games. Getting there was hard because I didn’t know my way around, but I planned ahead by coming early. I also asked my friends to help lead me around. It was really fun! #ProjectTEAMTuesday #Yachad

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April is Autism Acceptance Month. This month we celebrate the autistic community. Check out this awesome resource to learn more. https://t.co/T3o4nDGoJp

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Linda say, “I went to Boston Reel Abilities Film Festival. My favorite films were 'Mind Over Matter' and 'Bethany Hamilton: Unstoppable'. Finding the theaters and public transportation home was hard, but volunteers helped me find my way.” #ReelAbilities #ProjectTEAMTuesday

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Want to learn more about Asian immigrant parents' experiences and coping strategies while supporting their child with disabilities? Check out our poster at #AOTA19
Saturday, April 6, 9:00-11:00, Poster session (Research 70310)

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Want to learn more about self-reports that are accessible for young adults with disabilities? Check out our poster at #AOTA19
Friday, April 5, 9:00-10:00, Poster session 4020
https://t.co/InhcKFLbz0

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The YELL Lab partners with young adults in research. This is called "inclusive research." Learn more about how to form strong inclusive research partnerships at #AOTA19 : Research Panel 104D, Thursday, April 4⋅2:00 – 3:30pm

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Can’t get enough of #ProjectTEAMTuesday ? Join at #AOTA19
For a talk on research outcomes Thursday April 4, 8am, Research panel 101c

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Linda says, "I got a 3D scan at the dentist so I can get invisalign. It was hard to keep my mouth open as they took the pictures, but the camera's new technology made it easier. I planned ahead by watching youtube videos so I'd know what was going to happen. #ProjectTEAMTuesday

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Linda says "I saw Mamma Mia at Newton South Stage. Finding my seat was easy because I planned ahead by buying an assigned seat, and it was easy to find the bathroom because I saw a sign for it. I enjoyed the show and had friends in the cast!" #ProjectTeamTuesday #NewtonSouthStage

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Check out this powerful article by Robyn Powell at Brandies University. https://t.co/5xBbNnx2tb

#Disabilitypride #Keepadvocating

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MIT is starting a new center to support quality of life for people with Down syndrome. Check out this video starring a YELL Lab researcher! https://t.co/TzdAGmUAWO

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The YELL Lab worked with the @TheArcUS and SABE to identify mental health experiences and needs of young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Check out the Arc's report on this work! #TEAMwork https://t.co/ScqknnOtls

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Defiant Lives, a film about disability rights activists, is coming to the Cambridge Library on Tuesday, April 6. #Changetherules
Check out more information here: https://t.co/QqnfDohDtt

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Today's Google Doodle honors the inventor who helped design bumpy curbcuts and walkways. This helps people who are blind or have low vision. #Accessibility https://t.co/UfXD2aEFdN

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Linda says "This week I went with the Price Center to the State House and listened to speakers discuss the budget for social services. The space made it hard because it was crowded, but I planned ahead by saving a seat so I could change spaces." #ProjectTEMATuesday #MALEGREC19

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Apply for the Youth Leadership Forum! This overnight experience at Bridgewater State University is a great chance to learn more about self-advocacy, leadership, disability pride and culture, and meet other young people. #PYDBoston #Disabilitycommunity https://t.co/0LxMFQeFPJ