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09/10/2026

offers American Sign Language services for people who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing and need emotional or substance use crisis support. Visit 988lifeline.org and select "ASL Now.”

𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆!“𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿” is a FREE, three‑part virtual Lunchtime Learning series focused on...
09/09/2026

𝗦𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆!

“𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀: 𝗟𝗲𝘁’𝘀 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿” is a FREE, three‑part virtual Lunchtime Learning series focused on employment for individuals with disabilities.

Our second installment focuses on the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and how they impact the transition from school to work.

“𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸: 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗔 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟱𝟬𝟰” will be led by Amy Dwyre D’Agati, senior faculty specialist in the College of Education, University of Maryland College Park (UMD), and staff at the Center for Transition and Career Innovation.

The webinar is 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 but registration is required.

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: Wednesday September 23, 2026
𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 12–1 p.m.

Visit https://www.cds.udel.edu/poweringfutures to learn more and to register.

Did you know...suicidal ideations and attempts disproportionately affect the Autism community at a rate at least three t...
09/09/2026

Did you know...suicidal ideations and attempts disproportionately affect the Autism community at a rate at least three times greater than people without autism?

Using the 988 Lifeline is free.

When you call, text, or chat the 988 Lifeline, your conversation is confidential. The 988 Lifeline provides you judgment-free care.

𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲.

For more information, please visit DE.gov/988.

𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝟵𝟴𝟴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!Did you know...adults with disabilities are almost four times more likely to report suicidal ...
09/08/2026

𝗧𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝟵𝟴𝟴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻!

Did you know...adults with disabilities are almost four times more likely to report suicidal ideation compared to persons without disabilities?

988 offers 24/7 judgment-free support for mental health, substance use, and more. Text, call, or chat 988.

For more information, please visit DE.gov/988.

Did you know...30% to 40% of people with IDD are likely to have co-occurring mental health disabilities (almost 70% for ...
09/07/2026

Did you know...30% to 40% of people with IDD are likely to have co-occurring mental health disabilities (almost 70% for people with Autism)?

No matter what you're facing, you don't have to do it alone. If you're going through something hard, worried about someone you love, or just need to talk, the 988 Lifeline is here for you.

For more information, please visit DE.gov/988.

Adults with disabilities report experiencing more mental distress than those without disabilities. You don’t have to be ...
09/06/2026

Adults with disabilities report experiencing more mental distress than those without disabilities.

You don’t have to be in crisis to reach out to 988. Whatever you’re facing, big or small, your reason for seeking support is reason enough.

For more information, please visit DE.gov/988.

Did you know....Adults with disabilities report frequent mental distress almost 5 times as often as adults without disab...
09/05/2026

Did you know....Adults with disabilities report frequent mental distress almost 5 times as often as adults without disabilities?

If you’re struggling, you can videophone, call, text, or chat online with the 𝟵𝟴𝟴 𝗟𝗶𝗳𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲.

We’re available 24/7 and confidential. There are caring counselors available to listen and support you without judgment. When contacting the 988 Lifeline, there is no need to reveal your condition unless you choose to. The counselor will be able to support you either way.

Visit 988lifeline.org and select "ASL Now.”

𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝟵𝟴𝟴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝟵/𝟴.It’s a national day of action to raise awareness about the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline a...
09/04/2026

𝗦𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗲: 𝟵𝟴𝟴 𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝗶𝘀 𝟵/𝟴.

It’s a national day of action to raise awareness about the 988 Su***de & Crisis Lifeline and show what compassionate care looks like in action.

Mark your calendar and start planning how you’ll show up.

Let’s lead together and ensure no one faces mental health challenges alone. Save the Date for 988 Day.

988 Reasons: Your reason is reason enough. For more information, please visit DE.gov/988.

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires schools to provide transition services like career explo...
09/03/2026

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires schools to provide transition services like career exploration and vocational training, while Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 helps ensure individuals with disabilities are not discriminated against in employment settings that receive federal financial assistance.

“𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝘁 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸: 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁’𝘀 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗜𝗗𝗘𝗔 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝟱𝟬𝟰” is the second segment of our “Powering Futures: Let’s Work Together” Lunchtime Learning series.

Led by Amy Dwyre D’Agati, senior faculty specialist in the College of Education, University of Maryland (UMD), and staff at the Center for Transition and Career Innovation, this FREE webinar will examine the benefits—and challenges—of preparing for and acquiring meaningful employment after school, and how schools and state agencies can work with families to offer resources and make the transition process go smoothly.

𝗥𝗘𝗚𝗜𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗡𝗢𝗪!
𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲: September 23, 2026
𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗲: 12–1 p.m.

For more information and to register, visit: https://www.cds.udel.edu/poweringfutures

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆!The Delaware Network for Excellence in Autism (DNEA) is holding another Live Practice Traffic Stop.This p...
09/02/2026

𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆!

The Delaware Network for Excellence in Autism (DNEA) is holding another Live Practice Traffic Stop.

This program allows autistic drivers and passengers to work with the police in a safe, friendly space to practice a live traffic stop. It’s a great way to meet the police and ask them questions.

𝗪𝗵𝗼: Autistic drivers and passengers of all ages (Must be Delaware residents)
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: Cape Henlopen State Park
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Tuesday, September 29, 2026 – 3-7 p.m. (rain or shine)

The program is conducted through a partnership with the Delaware Natural Resources Police, Delaware State Police & New Castle City Police.

The program is 𝗙𝗥𝗘𝗘 but registration is required and limited spots are available.

For more information and to register, visit https://bit.ly/46lzHN8

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