Louisville Metro Disability Coalition

Louisville Metro Disability Coalition What is the MDC? The Metro Disability Coalition was born from the desire for a better quality of life for people with disabilities.

“The Metro Disability Coalition is an organization of individuals and groups in the Greater Louisville community committed to the betterment of life for persons with disabilities, and for the inclusion and participation of everyone in all aspects o The goal of this diverse group is to ensure full and equal participation of everyone in all aspects of society. The Metro Disability Coalition, a non-p

rofit organization of individuals and agencies in the Louisville metropolitan area, began in 1994 with three stated goals:

1. To support mutual planning, coordination and funding of agencies and programs which serve persons with disabilities and their families.

2. To represent the interest of members to local and national governments, bureaus and agencies.

3. To expand the consciousness of all people about the concerns of persons with disabilities. The Metro Disability Coalition is a joint effort of many different people who combine to create a greater whole. We invite ALL citizens of the Louisville and Kentuckiana area to join us in “establishing diplomatic relationships” with one another for the benefit of everyone in our community.

02/09/2012

A child's playhouse in Fayette County has a family in a legal fight with their homeowners¿ association.

08/30/2011

When you have a child with autism, communication can be a big challenge. Understanding the problem and knowing how to address it can help you feel less stressed and more in control.

08/30/2011

The story of Lorri Bernson and the Dodgers is as connected as her and her guide dog, Carter.

08/23/2011

From Twitter: RT : APH is teaching how to type in Braille today in our booth at the Kentucky State Fair.

08/19/2011

From getting the $600 million Veterans Affairs medical center built in North Las Vegas to reducing the nation's backlog of veterans disability claims, VA Secretary Eric Shinseki said Wednesday he is...

08/19/2011

The Technical Assistance Center on Social Emotional Intervention for Young Children (TACSEI) takes the research that shows which practices improve the social-emotional outcomes for young children with, or at risk for, delays or disabilities and creates FREE products and resources which are available...

08/18/2011

Join the Louisville Metro Disabilty Coalition, annual membership fee is only $10.00.

08/15/2011

Jewish Community Center Of Greater Washington Settles EEOC Disability Discrimination Suit

08/04/2011

The Board of Directors of Seven Counties Services, Inc. is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for the 7th Annual Sunrise Award. Nominate an individual or organization in this community which has helped Seven Counties achieve its mission!

Kentucky’s Job Accommodation Network (JAN) WebinarUnderstanding and Applying the ADAAA and Its RegulationsDate: August 2...
08/04/2011

Kentucky’s Job Accommodation Network (JAN) Webinar
Understanding and Applying the ADAAA and Its Regulations

Date: August 23, 2011 Time: 1:30 Eastern

Speakers:
Linda Carter Batiste, JAN Principal Consultant
Beth Loy, Ph.D. JAN Principal Consultant


Registration:
Contact Lisa Fort at 502-564-2333 or [email protected] by August 12, 2011

The Job Accommodation Network (JAN) is the leading source of free, confidential, and practical information on workforce accommodations and the employment provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

08/02/2011

Kentucky Board of Education to Provide Much-Needed Recognition

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