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08/19/2026

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08/15/2026

"I was born with cerebral palsy and experienced three brain bleeds during birth. Because of this, I sometimes process information and learning differently and may need extra time to understand things... My cerebral palsy and vision impairment do not define me. I’m determined to keep growing, reach my goals, and become the best version of myself."

Thank you, Frankie, for sharing your story and reminding us the importance of being patient with others and with ourselves. We're rooting for you!

If you're interested in sharing your own story, fill out the form at https://airtable.com/appS39OXot7Ha2CSk/pagZ2yNlZJjq87NIN/form. We'd love to hear about your experience with cerebral palsy.

08/15/2026

I’ve been digging through old travel photos while working on an upcoming keynote, and I came across this photo from my trip to the Amazon rainforest in Ecuador in 2017.

When this photo was taken, I remember feeling really self-conscious about it. I was in an all-terrain wheelchair, strapped in from seemingly every direction, with two guys literally carrying me through the rainforest. At the time, I looked at photos like this and thought “I look too disabled.”

I didn’t love the way I looked in photos like this. But looking at this photo nine years later, I see it completely differently. I don’t see the straps anymore. I see an incredible experience that I was able to have because I was willing to do what I needed to do to make it possible. But just as importantly, I was able to have that experience because there were people willing to help me.

Throughout my travels, I’ve had so many incredible people step up and assist me. They’ve lifted me, carried me, pushed me, helped with transfers, figured out creative solutions, and sometimes gone completely out of their way so that I could experience a destination. Without those people, so many of my favorite travel memories simply wouldn’t exist.

Over the past decade, I’ve learned that accessibility doesn’t always look pretty. Independence doesn’t always mean doing everything by yourself. Sometimes independence means knowing what you need and being willing to accept help when incredible people offer it.

I spent too much time worrying about whether I looked “too disabled” instead of appreciating just how extraordinary it was that I was exploring the Amazon rainforest. But these days, I care a lot less about what other people might think. If being strapped into an all-terrain wheelchair and carried by two people is what it takes for me to safely experience one of the most incredible places on Earth, strap me in. I’m ready to go!!

And to every person around the world who has ever lifted, carried, pushed, encouraged, or helped me figure out a way to experience something that initially seemed impossible, thank you.

It’s funny how a photo can stay exactly the same while the person looking at it can change so much.

08/15/2026

Governor Josh Shapiro shared a letter addressed to Pennsylvanians with disabilities, families, advocates and allies that addresses concerns about community living for people with disabilities.

In his message, the Governor made clear that Pennsylvania remains committed to protecting the rights of people with disabilities and will continue to support community living. This letter can be found here: https://acrobat.adobe.com/id/urn:aaid:sc:VA6C2:52d5f2b0-adce-4c6c-925b-e75dee441fb9

08/15/2026

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DSPs are the backbone of the I/DD system. They help people with I/DD live safe, independent lives in a multitude of ways, including daily living support, medication administration, skill-building, community participation, and more.

DSPs are essential workers - let's remember that year-round and continue to advocate to ensure they have the support they need to do this crucial work.

Thank you DSPs!

08/15/2026

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On the first day of school in Wichita, Kansas, 8-year-old Christian Moore noticed a classmate crying alone in the corner. Without knowing why, he walked over, took the boy's hand and led him inside the building.

The boy, Connor Crites, has autism and was overwhelmed by the noise and chaos of the first day. His mother later said she worries daily about him being bullied for being different, and that Christian's kindness eased that fear more than she could put into words.

The two boys have been inseparable ever since.

08/13/2026

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The rules for disabled people keep changing:

• Save money, but not enough to lose healthcare.
• Get a job, but don't earn too much.
• Live independently, but don't ask for the support that makes it possible.

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08/09/2026

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08/08/2026

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