Disability Resource Center

05/29/2026

05/29/2026

The Transition to Adulthood (TAP) Program at Boston Center for Independent Living (BCIL) is hosting an afterschool workshop, "Public Libraries: So Much More than Books" on Monday, June 29th at 4:00 PM. This workshop will cover:

· Basic library services
· Digital services
· Community events and programs
· Library accessibility
· Community access passes
· Job and career services
· Other independent living resources offered at Libraries.

Date: Monday, June 29th

Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Eligibility: High school students, ages 14-22 with a documented disability (i.e. Individualized Education Plan, 504 plan, other disability documentation), as well as adults looking to support students with independent living goals.

Students: Please submit your Disability Documentation to Maddie Heavey at [email protected]

To register: Go to https://forms.office.com/r/gwq8dN0Dta or scan the QR code in the attached flyer. Once registered, you will receive the Zoom link in your email.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Maddie Heavey, BCIL Youth Services Program Manager, at [email protected] .

05/26/2026

05/26/2026

Some reminders from Mental Health America for the last week of Mental Health Month -

Only you can define what a “good day” looks like to you.

Mental health is physical health. Whether it’s finding ways to be active, connecting with your community, or remembering to drink water, small wins matter.

You don’t have to carry the weight of “not-so-good” days alone. When we look out for one another, more good days become possible for all of us.

What works for one person may not work for another, and that’s okay. The path may look different for everyone, but we all deserve 💚

Find free screening tools, resources, and information at www.mhascreening.org

05/22/2026

The Disability Resource Center will be closed on Monday, May 25, 2026. We're wishing you all a safe and fun long weekend!

05/20/2026

If you need health insurance, the state's Health Connector is here to help. 🌟 Apply, shop, and pay by May 23 to secure coverage starting June 1. Visit https://mahealthconnector.org now.

05/18/2026

Find your Senator here: https://malegislature.gov/search/findmylegislator

05/12/2026

Good news!

State Senator Michael D. Brady has filed Amendment 548 to prevent a devastating 35.7% cut to the REquipment Durable Medical Equipment and Assistive Technology Reuse Program in Massachusetts.

Now we need cosponsors to get it adopted. Please take action at tinyurl.com/REQadvocacy.
Urge your state senator to cosponsor Amendment 548.

Together, we can keep vital equipment out of landfills and provide it to our neighbors who need it.

Thank you for taking action!

UCP of Western Massachusetts
Stavros Center For Independent Living
AdLib Center for Independent Living
Your Access Advocates
Northeast Independent Living Program
CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled
Disability Resource Center
SCIL, Southeast Center for Independent Living
Independence Associates
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