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Give the Gift of Independence to Oregonians with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Give the Gift of Independence to Oregonians with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities The holiday season is filled with joy and celebration. It’s a time to be grateful for the good things that have come into our lives: family, friends, health, a roof over our head,

Championing Employment for People with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities

Championing Employment for People with Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities October 2025 marks the 80th annual observance of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM). At ALSO, we celebrate NDEAM by shining a bright and appreciative spotlight on the many contributions that people with intellectual and developmental

An intellectually disabled person employed at a store.

Creating Inclusive Work Environments: What Employers Need to Know

Let’s open our discussion about creating inclusive work environments by talking about Julie, a young woman with an intellectual disability. She tells us about two very different employment experiences. “They [supervisors] didn’t trust me to do

Your Generosity Changes Lives: Help ALSO Empower People with Disabilities

In times of economic uncertainty, it’s natural for individuals and businesses alike to reassess their financial priorities. Yet even as budgets tighten, the needs of vulnerable communities remain — and in many cases, grow more

A developmentally disabled woman works in the kitchen with a DSP worker from ALSO.

Accessible Volunteering – Creating Opportunities for All

“Community is much more than belonging to something; it’s about doing something together that makes belonging matter.” -Brian Solis Introduction: The Power of Inclusive Volunteering Opportunities For those of us who have been fortunate to participate in some

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Innovative Assistive Technologies: Enhancing Independence for People with Disabilities

It’s safe to say that most of us use some kind of assistive technology (AT) daily. Remote control devices make it easier to turn on the television. Cell phones navigate us to the library. Even a

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