MassMatch now has a new Assistive Technology mini-loan program which can lend between $100 and $2,000 to borrowers.  The best news is the interest rates on these loans is 0%, as in nada, zip, zero.  You can find out more here.

This week the New York Times Money Adviser column had an article on ABLE accounts.  Currently one must become disabled before the age of 26.  There is a proposal before Congress which would raise the cutoff to 46 years of age.  You can read the story here.

In related news, last month the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) office finally got around to offering guidance to the operators of affordable housing on how to handle ABLE accounts.  You can find that information here.

The Washington Post had a great story about a mom and dad who took their autistic son to Universal Orlando Resort.  When the young lad received the news that his favorite ride was shut down, he had a meltdown.  What makes the story remarkable is that one of the theme park employees, laid down in solidarity beside the young man, and soothed him.  You  can read the story here.

Rooted in Rights had a very good story about the actress Ali Stroker.  She is a wheelchair  user and has been nominated for a Tony Award for her role in Oklahoma! on Broadway.  If right now you are saying "I don't remember a character in a wheelchair in Oklahoma!," you are right.  There is not, and that is what makes the moment all the more remarkable.  Finally, a person with a disability playing a role normally played by someone without a disability.  Extraordinary.  You can read more here.

The Disability Law Center (DLC) is looking for your expertise on the issues you face as a person or a family member of a person with a disability. We will be using the information you provide us for our annual priority setting process.

Tuesday, June 11
11:30 am - 3:30 pm
Worcester City Hall
455 Main Street
Worcester, MA 01608

Thursday, June 27
10 am - 3 pm
Suffolk University - Sargent Hall
120 Tremont Street
Boston, MA 02108

A light lunch will be provided **

Please submit any accommodation requests to Amanda at 617-315-4440 or [email protected].

RSVPs are encouraged in order for us to have an accurate number for materials and food. You can RSVP by calling Amanda at 617-315-4440 or emailing her at [email protected].

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Take our 2020 Priorities Survey

Disability Law Center

When:  Friday, June 28, 2019,  2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Where: Suffolk University Law School, 

120 Tremont St, Boston, Massachusetts 02108

Do you have concerns, questions, or comments on a disability issue in Boston?

We want to hear from you!

• Provide input to the City of Boston's Annual Accessibility Agenda
• Hear updates from Disability Commissioner Kristen McCosh
• Meet members of the Boston Disability Commission Advisory Board
• Make your concerns about accessibility known to City Officials
• Network with Disability Community Friends over Free Food & Drinks

ASL and CART have been requested for this event.

To request an accommodation, contact us by June 14th at:  [email protected] or call 617-635-3682 / 

617-635-2541 TTY

Pre- Register and request accommodations online.

* Pre-registration is not required to attend

ASL and CART provided.

Event Webpage is here. 

When:  Wednesday, September 4, 2019, 5:40 P.M.

Where:  Fenway Park, of course

(Boston Red Sox vs Minnesota Twins

Tickets are now available.
To buy tickets; go to
https://groupmatics.events/event/Deafhoh2019

Deaf social at Sam Adam's Deck from 5:40 pm to 7 pm.

There will also be a pre-game ceremony honoring members of the Deaf community prior to first pitch.

ASL interpreting will be provided at the pre-ceremony, the National anthems and the 7th inning song by the Deaf community members.

If you need any reasonable accommodations, contact Gen Davidson at [email protected]
or 617-226-6285

Each ticket bought via the link includes a $5 donation to be split between DEAF, Inc. and Our Deaf Survivors Center, Inc.!

Buy tickets and support ODSC, Inc and DEAF, Inc.

Thanks!!