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Innovative ‘reverse’ job fair helps blind job seekers in Mass. connect with employers
Organizers say people who are legally blind are underutilized in the labor market despite their many strengths. -
Boston Center for Independent Living marks 50 years of helping disabled people live on their own
BCIL's work is "groundbreaking" advocates say, on transportation, housing and the landmark Personal Care Attendant program. -
Whittier Street aims to close gaps for diagnosing developmental disabilities in kids of color
Low-income and families of color frequently face long delays and barriers to getting their kids diagnosed and into care. -
Boston's adaptive sports community cheers on Team USA at Paralympics
The staff at Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital hopes that attention on the Paralympics this week can lead to more awareness about local adaptive sport opportunities. -
Gus Walz’s moment brings joy to parents of neurodivergent kids
Local families say they hope the attention can lead to more acceptance of people who move through the world differently. -
The system is failing young adults with autism after they turn 22, Mass. families say
After they turn 22, there aren’t enough workers in Massachusetts' group homes and day programs to support adults with autism. -
This new trail network is the first in Vermont that's fully accessible to adaptive mountain bikes
Nestled in the Green Mountains, the Driving Range features 4 miles of gnarly climbs, twisting curves and adrenaline-pumping drops. -
Still getting trapped in Boston public housing elevators
The Housing Authority said it plans to start repairs in the coming months but doesn’t have enough money to address all the elevator needs. -
Boston is changing how it collects data on disability
City departments will ask about accommodations rather than a person’s type disability. -
Outdoor enthusiasts who have disabilities: Being active outside 'changes everything'
Being active outside — biking, hiking or paddling — is a key part of life for many in western Massachusetts. For some people who have disabilities, outdoor recreation can be challenging, but also life-changing.
