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Oregon SSDI vs SSI: A Step-by-Step Application Guide for Intellectual Disabilities

Are you in the process of applying for Social Security disability benefits for yourself or a loved one? Are you overwhelmed? Confused? Stressed-out? This is totally understandable. After all, there’s a lot riding on

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Working Together: The Role of Families in Supported Living Success

Do you have a loved one who is currently in, or might benefit from, a supported living program? Are you questioning how you can contribute to their success…help them achieve their goals? Here’s a heartfelt

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

An ALSO direct support professional with her disabled client posing for the camera in a field of wildflowers.

Accessible Recreation: Finding Activities and Sports for People with Disabilities

One thing that all humans have in common is that we treasure our leisure time, where we can mosey along our favorite nature trail, go bowling with our pals, or create something beautiful at the

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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

Financial Planning for Families of Individuals with Disabilities

If you’re a loved one of someone with a disability, you know the importance of long-term financial planning that allows them to afford the many resources they need to live their lives in comfort, safety, and health.

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