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In Memory of Norman G. DeLisle Jr. (1947–2025)
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Norman G. DeLisle Jr., one of Michigan’s greatest advocates for the disability community. For more than five decades, Norm […]
What You Need to Know About SNAP and WIC if the Government Shutdown Continues
If the government shutdown continues, people who rely on SNAP and WIC may not receive their full food benefits starting November 1, 2025. SNAP is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, […]
The Arc Partners with Caroline’s Cart to Promote Inclusion in Retail Spaces
New partnership places The Arc’s logo and QR code on Caroline’s Carts nationwide, advancing accessibility and inclusion in everyday shopping. Caroline’s Cart, the first patented special needs grocery cart designed […]
HealthMeet: Top 5 exercises for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities
Guest post by Jared Ciner, Certified Personal Trainer, Disabilities Support Counselor Founder/Director of SPIRIT Fit & Health As you may already know, an extremely high percentage of people in America […]
Department of Education Condemned for Ending Support for Students with Disabilities
Broad Coalition of Disability, Civil Rights, and Education Organizations Call for Reversal of Layoffs at Department of Education A broad coalition of national, state, and local disability, civil rights, and […]
Mon-Arc of Monroe Welcomes New Executive Director
Mon-Arc of Monroe is pleased to announce Terey DeLisle as its new Executive Director, effective October 6, 2025. With more than 30 years of experience in disability advocacy and leadership, […]
Federal Special Education Offices Hollowed Out, Putting Students’ Rights at Risk
Disability advocates are warning that sweeping staff reductions inside the U.S. Department of Education have effectively dismantled the federal offices responsible for protecting the rights of students with disabilities. The […]
Federal Government Shutdown: What People with Disabilities Should Know
At 12:01 a.m. Eastern today, the federal government shut down because Congress did not approve funding for Fiscal Year 2026 beginning October 1, 2025. Since Congress did not pass the […]
Hypertension More Prevalent in Individuals With IDD
About 34% of adults with disabilities have high blood pressure compared to 26% of individuals without disabilities. High blood pressure, or hypertension, is often called the “silent killer.” Many people […]