Celebrating the Anniversary of the Olmstead Decision
06.20.24On June 22, Access Living will remember and celebrate the the anniversary of one of the most important civil rights U.S. Supreme Court decisions for...
Queer, Here, and Disabled: Creating a More Inclusive Pride in 2020
06.22.20Pride month celebrations look a little different this year with everyone social distancing due to COVID-19. But virtual celebrations are...
Books to Read While We’re All at Home: Disability Edition
05.08.20With everyone practicing social distancing these days, now might be a good time to catch up on your reading list....
#DisabilityWomensHistory: Ginger Lane
03.12.20Until she retired in December of 2019, Ginger Lane was one of Access Living’s longest standing employees. She worked at...
Ed Roberts: A Pioneer for Equality
01.23.20Every January 23rd we celebrate Ed Roberts Day to honor the man frequently called the father of the Independent Living...
Reflecting on the Americans with Disabilities Act
07.26.19Access Living today celebrates the 29th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the landmark civil rights legislation that set the...
Independent Living History
05.31.19This history of the independent living movement stems from the fundamental principle that people with disabilities are entitled to the...
Access Living CEO Marca Bristo on the 28th Anniversary of the ADA
07.26.18Today is the 28th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) — the landmark legislation that affirms people with...