Northern Arizona Disability Resource Fair, Northern Arizona University, Institute for Human Development, Care 4 the Caregivers. October 4, 1-5OM. Free Parking, Free Admission, Over 30 exhibitors. High County Conference Center. legacy.nau.edu/ihd/Resource...

Arizona Achieve-Self Advocacy and Leadership Coalition Meeting, October 15, 2PM, On Zoom Register to get the link to join the meeting! The Arc of Tempe, Arizona Developmental Disabilities Planning Council, The Arc of Arizona us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

The Arc of Tempe Bingo Night and Costume Contest October 11, 6-8:30PM at Spokes on Southern, $20 in person or online. *Must be 18+ to participate www.thearcoftempe.org/shop/p/bingo...

There are some small signs of progress, but a new analysis finds that people with #disabilities are no more likely to be featured in top films today as compared to a decade ago.

Quincie Douglas Recreation Center, Trunk or Treat, 10/10, 6PM-8PM. Get your costume on & join us for trunk-or-treating, a haunted house & spooky holiday fun! Please park at the Quincie Douglas Pool or Library or Silverlake Park. Please do not park on the UA Tech Park property.

1 The AZ Dept of Economic Security DDD has a list of resources/guides for DDD members/families. Attached is the "Community Resource Guide." Additional resources shared on the next few posts. A to Z Arizona-https://atoz.az.gov/Arizona/s/landing-page?language=en_US 211 AZ-https://211arizona.org/

Join us on Thursday, October 30th for ASAN’s Annual Gala! This virtual event is a celebration of our community. We’ll have panels and our awards ceremony – keep an eye out for upcoming announcements of our panelists and awardees! More info here: secure.everyaction.com/bs4aLF5-m0m1...

Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) is a way to communicate without talking, like using a letter board or typing on an iPad. We want AAC available for anyone who needs it, and for autistic people to be supported to communicate in the way that works best for us.

AZ Partners in Preparedness, Disability Rights in Disasters Webinar, 10/8, 1PM MST, Guest Speaker: Bryan Russell, Emergency Management Coordinator, Disability Rights Florida. Read on to learn more and to register for the last webinar of the year.

Studies show businesses prioritizing diversity/inclusion at work outperform industry peers. Many companies get stuck trying to figure out where to start. For National Disability Employment Awareness Month, check out @thearcus.bsky.social "A Starter's Guide to Creating an Inclusive Workplace."

Changes to Arizona child disability assessments kick in on October 1. Read on to learn more. You can also find info from DES DDD webpage called Planning Meeting and Assessment Changes Including Parents as Paid Caregivers (PPCG) below. des.az.gov/ddd/ppcg

Encircle Families newsletter "Connecting Weekly" is out. Learn about changes to Medicaid, events, webinars, and more. mailchi.mp/encirclefami...

Tonight-AZ Department of Economic Security DDD Virtual Townhall Meeting, 6:00PM-8:00PM Agenda-DDD Updates and Announcements. Read on to learn more and for meeting information.

More than three decades after the #ADA was passed, one of the nation's largest cities is being accused of failing to keep sidewalks, crosswalks and curb ramps accessible to people with #disabilities. #accessibility www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/10/02/c...

Please check out the helpful @thearcus.bsky.social Blog called "Federal Government Shutdown: What People with Disabilities Should Know." Read on to learn more.

National Down Syndrome Society is hosting a Caregiver Webinar Series in Oct. Featured Topics: Occupational Therapy & Alzheimer's Disease, Mental Health & Dual Diagnosis, Employment Journey, Accommodations for Adults, Financial Planning-Able Accounts, Guardianship & Alternatives. Learn more/register.

Creating Meaningful College Visits Webinar, 10/29- Learn how campus visits help high school students w/ intellectual disabilities build confidence & belonging. Families, educators, & professionals will learn strategies for planning visits, highlighting welcoming spaces, & supporting success.

Disability Advocacy & Resource Center-Disability Voter Education Day. Your Voice, Your Vote, Your Future. 10/14, 9:30 am - 3 pm, 1001 N. Alvernon Way, Tucson. Information resources, interactive workshops. Learn how to use an accessible voting machine. Registration is required. Read on/learn more.

Aceing Autism, Connecting Kids Through Tennis, Tucson Jewish Community Center. Sundays-10/19, 10/26, 11,2, 11/9, 11/16, 11/23. Weekly tennis clinics for kids and teens with autism. Trained volunteers paired up with athletes to support individual needs. Scholarships available.

Disability Rights AZ, Caregiver Video Series. The series provides an overview of the personal care options available in AZ, gives tips for handling challenging situations, & explains how to make an effective complaint when it is necessary.

Disability Rights AZ, AZ DD Planning Council, & Sonoran Center for Excellence has a new Legal Options Manual. The guide advises individuals, families & caregivers about different legal options for adults w/ a disability who need assistance—all w/ a goal of preserving as many rights as possible.

Autism Society of Southern AZ-We are seeking Autistic Artists who are interested in sharing their artwork at our Autistic Artistry art show on 11/ 8. Artists can submit up to 3 pieces of art now until 10/3 to the office at 2302 E. Speedway Blvd Suite 112, Tues-Fri-9AM-3PM. [email protected]

Disability Pride Day, Tucson, 12/6 from 11AM – 4PM. Live performances, advocacy training, round-table discussions, help create a community mural, art, food, music. -12:30 – 3:30, S. AZ Adaptive Sports & Special Olympics. -1 – 3 pm Perspectives on Disability Art Show-Desert Survivors Inc

Institute for Human Development-Northern AZ Disability Resource Fair, 10/4, 1PM-5PM, High Country Conference Center, 201 W. Butler Ave, Flagstaff. Learn about & connect w/ Northern AZ’s diverse disability community. Local disability resources & supports. legacy.nau.edu/ihd/Resource...

C.A.S.T. FOR KIDS, Hosted by Pacific Seafood, Fishing Event for Children w/ Special Needs, 10/25, 8:00AM-1:00PM, Lakeside Lake, 8201 East Stella Rd, Tucson. Peer interaction, fishing guidance & basic techniques, fishing fun pack, pre-reg required, age 6/up, parent/guardian must attend, free/lunch.

Autism Society of Greater Phoenix-Trunk or Treat, Free Family Event, 10/18, 9-11AM, Suprise, AZ. Reg required. Come on out for some fun & treats w/out the spooks & scares! Perfect place to practice Trick or Treating skills. Open to all ages & abilities!

Dream Job Fair, 10/28, 10:00AM-12:00PM, Kino Event Center, 2805 E Ajo Way. DREAM Job Fair hosts many of the regions top employers from all of over Southern AZ. Oct-Disability & Rehabilitation Employment Awareness Month. Fall fair-biggest event of the year for awareness/ employment outreach.

Oct-National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Theme- "Celebrating Value & Talent." People w/ disabilities bring skills/creativity/perspective that strengthen all workplaces. Hiring barriers/bias shut many out. Raise awareness/challenge bias/promote inclusive practices that benefit everyone.

While many services will continue, Congress' failure to fund the government could have big implications for people with #disabilities who depend on a wide array of federal programs. #shutdown

Every family in this Washington Post story is connected to @thearcus.bsky.social. Their words cut the noise of causes/cures to show what life w/ autism really looks like, & the harm caused when blame/myths/stigma replace support. Families deserve respect/resources/real support. wapo.st/4gNUxZc

1 The future feels uncertain, but @thearcus.bsky.social newest leaders offer something we all need: direction, clarity, and hope. Meet, Meredith Sadoulet, National Board President. Read to learn more about her vision as she is a member of the disability community. thearc.org/blog/meet-me...

Please check out Disability Rights Arizona response to AHCCCS and DDD policy changes. They have created a helpful self-advocacy guide for children with disabilities and families who are impacted by these changes. Read on to learn more.

A committee tasked with guiding the federal government's strategy on #autism has been out of commission for most of the year, but there are now signs that it could soon be revived. #disabilities

The Education Department plans to reinstate attorneys who were dismissed when regional #CivilRights offices closed, but current and former employees say they're deeply skeptical the agency will recover. #disabilities #SpecialEducation www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/09/30/t...

In a first-of-its-kind move, #Target says it is making self-checkout more accessible to people with #disabilities at locations nationwide. #accessibility www.disabilityscoop.com/2025/09/30/t...

Today is the 52nd Anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act! Take some time to learn about this important milestone in disability history!

You can find the AHCCCS and DDD Policy Changes Recording and Presentation at the end of this page

DDD September Newsletter with updates to policy changes which take place on October 1. The DDD/AHCCCS recordings and presentation slides from this week should be posted today.

"Arizona's disability services program faces new $159M budget shortfall." Read on to learn more.

The Arc of Mohave County, Autism & Special Needs Family Fun Fair, 9/26, 10AM-2PM, Mohave County Fairgrounds-Buildings A & B, 2600 Fairgrounds Blvd, Kingman. Free Admission/Parking. Interactive & Adaptive Games, Crafts, Sensory Areas for all ages, The Arc's Member-Made Market, Food Trucks, Resources.

The Trump administration announced that it is taking "bold action" to address the "epidemic" of #autism, but experts say their approach ignores the scientific evidence to date. #disabilities

The nation's largest movie theater chain illegally forced out an employee with #CerebralPalsy after two decades on the job, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission says. #disabilities #discrimination

Headlines have been loud about autism “causes” & “cures.” For people w/ autism/families, the real story is dignity/ support/truth. We have been working to make sure their perspectives are the center of national coverage like USA TODAY w/ The Arc of Northern VA/ @thearcus.bsky.social CEO, Katy Neas.

Autism Society of Southern AZ, Seeking Autistic Artists interested in sharing artwork for the Autistic Artistry Show on 11/8. Artists can submit up to 3 pieces of art until 10/3, Tues-Fri, 9AM-3PM, 2302 E Speedway Blvd. Suite 112. Questions- [email protected]

The U.S. Supreme Court heard vital cases affecting people w/ disabilities in the term ending in 7/2025. @thearcus.bsky.social plain language guide breaks down cases. By examining these rulings, we can better understand how new cases may affect disability rights & future challenges/ opportunities.