Sensory Friends

07/19/2025

Fantastic idea- time to mobilize and move into !

Silence Isn’t an Option. Write for What’s Right.

Want to help make an impact for the disability community? You can help deliver a powerful message to Capitol Hill.

On July 26th, people nationwide will flood Capitol Hill with thousands of letters, telling powerful stories about how disability supports change lives — and what happens when they’re cut.

We need your letter to help send a strong message.

We’re proud to support the Disability Writes Campaign to flood the Senate with stories that show the human side of policy decisions.

📝 Here’s how you can take action today:

✅ Share your story and your concerns about harmful cuts to disability services — make your voice heard with a postcard, letter or online.

Mail it to: PO Box 70196, Washington, DC, 20024 - by July 15th.

Link: https://www.disabilitywrites.org/contact

Letters matter. Our stories demand action. Nothing About Us.

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07/19/2025

This is super cool!

The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History has created an online exhibit called EveryBody: An Artifact History of Disability in America. The exhibit presents history from the perspective of people with disabilities and features sections on disability and history, people, places, technology, and civil rights.
Click the link below to explore the exhibit:
https://s.si.edu/4mtJHKe

07/19/2025

KevInclusion," is a project created by Kevin Hamm that features a universe of characters with disabilities. The project aims to raise awareness and educate people about the experiences of individuals living with disabilities.

07/15/2025

A great resource for medical professionals.

Do you know a doctor, nurse, or other healthcare provider who could benefit from learning about Spelling to Communicate (S2C)? This is the presentation for them — and YOU!

🗓️ August 21 | 6 PM EST
💻 Free & Virtual

Join I-ASC's Spellers & Allies Advocacy Network for a powerful presentation created and delivered by nonspeakers, letter by letter. This session is tailored for Primary Care Providers (PCP/GPs), but all healthcare professionals are welcome.

🔍 We’ll explore:
- What nonspeaking really means
- How nonspeakers communicate using S2C
- Misconceptions in medical settings
- How YOU can be an ally

Plus: Live Q&A with nonspeaking advocates!

🩺 Tag a healthcare provider who you think would enjoy this presentation: https://i-asc.org/event/let-us-spell-it-out-for-you/

Stay tuned for future sessions focused on ER doctors and OTs!

07/15/2025

Let's join forces as one voice to express our strength in unity and highlight how services are needed to support and lift the Cuts in the systems that provide supports that impact quality of life cannot happen.

“If we didn’t speak as one voice we’d never win.” - Judith Heumann, WID co-founder and mother of the disability rights movement.

Want to help make an impact for the disability community? You can help deliver a powerful message to Capitol Hill.

On July 26th, people nationwide will flood Capitol Hill with thousands of letters, telling powerful stories about how disability supports change lives — and what happens when they’re cut.

We need your letter to help send a strong message.

We’re proud to support the Disability Writes Campaign to flood the Senate with stories that show the human side of policy decisions.

Here’s how you can take action today:

Share your story and your concerns about harmful cuts to disability services — make your voice heard with a postcard, letter or online.

Mail it to: PO Box 70196, Washington, DC, 20024 - by July 15th.

Link: https://www.disabilitywrites.org/contact

Letters matter. Our stories demand action. Nothing About Us.

07/04/2025

Have a safe, sensory friendly and Happy 4th of July!

06/23/2025

Happy Monday! A word of Inspiration by a brilliant person.
Temple Grandin.

06/18/2025

Take the family for a fun event!

Day of Discovery at The Florida Aquarium is coming up on June 21, 2025! 🐠💙

This is a wonderful opportunity for children with sensory sensitivities and special needs to explore the underwater world in a calm, welcoming environment.

👉 During this special early opening from 8:00 to 9:00 AM, the aquarium adjusts lighting and sound to create a peaceful experience. Families can wander through exhibits, connect with marine life, and enjoy hands-on learning without the crowds or overstimulation.
👉 This inclusive event is free for members and only $10 for non-members, making it an accessible option for a meaningful family outing in Tampa.

Spaces may be limited, so be sure to check ahead and plan your visit.

06/16/2025

Tips for making your workplace more inclusive!

06/16/2025

Equal access to education supports equal opportunities for all.

This is a massive win for disabilities rights.

06/16/2025

It's a Big Win for access in education.

BREAKING: Supreme Court ruling strengthens disability rights in education!

In a unanimous decision, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Minnesota student with epilepsy, making it easier for students with disabilities and their families to seek justice when schools fail to provide necessary accommodations. 💼⚖️

Chief Justice Roberts wrote:

“Children with disabilities and their parents face daunting challenges on a daily basis. We hold today that those challenges do not include having to satisfy a more stringent standard of proof than other plaintiffs.”

This ruling is a major step forward in protecting the educational rights of students with disabilities nationwide. 💙

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