League for the Blind and Disabled

06/25/2026

Phone Scams

Attention!! If you get a text from a government agency such as Medicare or the CDC and they ask you to click a link or provide any kind of personal information, it's a scam!
Never provide any personal information via text. If you get a text like this, report it to your here: https://smpresource.news/locator.

06/24/2026

Why do we run?

Because independence matters.

For more than 75 years, The League has worked to empower people with disabilities to achieve their full potential and live as independently as possible.

Every registration for the 2026 Race 4 Independence helps support programs and services that make a difference throughout Northeast Indiana.

Whether you run, walk, roll, stroll, volunteer, or cheer from the sidelines, you are helping create opportunities for independence.

📅 July 25, 2026
📍 Purdue Fort Wayne Campus

Register today:
https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/FortWayne/RaceForIndependence5K

06/24/2026

🎨 Come see us at the Covington Art Fair this weekend! 🎨

The League is excited to be part of the 2026 Covington Art Fair, a two-day community event celebrating creativity, art, and local talent right here in Fort Wayne.

Stop by our booth to:
✨ Learn more about The League and the services we provide throughout Northeast Indiana
🎨 Participate in our art activity and paint a tile
🤝 Meet members of our team and learn how we're empowering people with disabilities to achieve their full potential

📅 Saturday, June 27 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
📅 Sunday, June 28 | 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Covington Plaza, Fort Wayne

Whether you're coming to browse beautiful artwork, support local artists, or enjoy a day out with family and friends, we hope you'll stop by and say hello!

We can't wait to see you there.

06/23/2026

Community living is a civil right.

For decades, people with disabilities and their families have fought for the right to live, work, learn, and thrive in their communities. The landmark Olmstead decision affirmed that unnecessary institutionalization is discrimination and that people with disabilities have the right to receive services in the most integrated setting appropriate to their needs.

Recent developments at the federal level have raised concerns about the future enforcement of these important protections. While Olmstead, the ADA, and Section 504 remain the law of the land, it is important that we remain informed, engaged, and committed to protecting the rights of people with disabilities.

The League stands alongside the Indiana Disability Alliance in supporting inclusion, independence, self-determination, and meaningful community participation for all.

Read the full Indiana Disability Alliance statement here:
https://www.arcind.org/news/community-living-a-civil-right/

Community Living is a Civil Right: Indiana Must Remain Vigilant June 22, 2026 Advocacy, Indiana Disability Alliance, Medicaid A joint statement from the Indiana Disability Alliance The disability rights movement has always been rooted in a simple belief: people with disabilities belong in their comm...

06/23/2026

Medicare Statement Red Flags

Not sure what you are looking for when reviewing your Medicare statements? That's okay! When you get your statements in the mail or through Medicare.gov, go to the claims area and just look for these few key words.

If you find anything referencing diabetic supplies, hospice, glucose monitors, urinary catheters, genetic tests, or even COVID-19 tests, these are often the most common scams and could be red flags. Call the SMP or fill out a Report Suspected Fraud form to report these concerns. https://smpresource.news/report-fraud

06/22/2026

👐 Behind every great interpreter is a great start. For Vici, that start was the Bridge Program. 👐

This week we celebrated our very own Vici earning her National Interpreter Certification (NIC) — and we couldn't be prouder.

But did you know her journey began right here, as a student in our Bridge Program? 🌉

The Bridge Program is designed to do exactly what its name says: bridge the gap between learning ASL and becoming a confident, working interpreter. Through real-world experience, mentorship, and hands-on training, we help students grow into skilled professionals who serve our Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.

Vici's success is proof of what's possible. 💙 She's not just a graduate — she's an example of where this path can lead.

✨Are you a recent graduate ASL graduate or an ASL interpreter who just needs a little extra guidance? The Bridge Program could be your first step. Reach out to learn more about how you can get started.

Reach out to our DeafLink Director - Karen Horvath at [email protected] for more information.

Be sure to tag a recent ASL grad who needs to see this! 👇

06/21/2026

It is OFFICIALLY Father's Day -

Today we are shining a light on the dads of The League - the few, the brave, and the wildly outnumbered in an office. We know it takes patience, humor, and no small amount of bravery to put up with all of us - but we like to think we keep you sharp and make you even better!
John Guingrich, AJ Cramer, Fred Fulkerson & Chris H. - We appreciate everything you do & wish you the very best Father's Day!!

And we don't want to leave out Luke Labas & Terry Sible - who round out our brave crew of men - you both offer a steady presence among all the chaos. We are so grateful for you too!

Happy Father's Day to ALL our League dads & Father Figures!!

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to all the dads, granddads, stepdads, father figures, and mentors in our community.

Today we celebrate the fathers who show up - who guide, support, and love fiercely. We especially honor the fathers navigating life with a disability, and those raising or caring for children with a disability. Your strength, patience, and devotion don't go unnoticed.

At The League, we see and celebrate you - to all the dads out there: we hope today brings you great joy & a whole lot of love.

06/19/2026

💙 Meet Kristi Likens, The League's new Director of Philanthropy!

Kristi joins The League with more than a decade of nonprofit leadership experience and a passion for building meaningful connections that strengthen our community.

Throughout her career, Kristi has focused on connecting people, businesses, and communities around causes that matter, helping turn relationships into meaningful impact.

"The opportunity to join an organization that is so deeply committed to inclusion, empowerment, and creating opportunities for others was one I simply couldn't pass up."

As Director of Philanthropy, Kristi will lead fundraising efforts, community partnerships, special events, and donor engagement initiatives that help advance The League's mission.

"One of the things I've enjoyed most since joining The League has been learning about the incredible work happening across the organization every day. I continue to be inspired by the impact our team is making throughout the community, and I look forward to learning even more as I begin this new chapter."

"I'm excited to build relationships, support our mission, and help create opportunities for individuals and families to thrive. I can't wait to see what we accomplish together."

Please join us in welcoming Kristi to The League team! 💙

06/19/2026

🟥⬛🟩 Happy Juneteenth.

Today we honor June 19, 1865 — the day freedom finally reached the last enslaved Americans in Galveston, Texas. It's a day to celebrate liberation, reflect on how far we've come, and recommit to the work still ahead.

Freedom and full inclusion are at the heart of everything we do at The League for the Blind & Disabled. The independent living movement shares a common thread with the spirit of this day: the belief that every person deserves dignity, self-determination, and the right to live fully and freely in their community.
As we celebrate, we also recognize that the fight for equity — for all people, of all abilities and backgrounds — continues. We're grateful to stand alongside our community in that ongoing work.

However you observe today, we hope it's filled with reflection, connection, and hope. 🕊️

We look forward to seeing you on Monday, June 22nd.