By John Robinson What does it actually mean to be inclusive? For us as people with disabilities, it means joining non-disabled people right out in our communities. It means playing together and socializing together. Think about sports. True inclusion means playing baseball or basketball, disabled and non-disabled together. In fact, we should mix the players up with each other on the same teams. Inclusiveness does not just mean existing in a community. We must actually participate in the...

The AIM Peer Leadership team—supported by SARC and Beyond Compliance—just released the second edition of the AIM Newsletter, packed with powerful insights on self-advocacy, personal rights, and community connection! This issue highlights the team's incredible August work, including a interactive presentation on HCBS rights delivered to over 90 SARC service recipients, peer-led ISP goal workshops, and a featured interview with Hope Services leader Cathy Bouchard on driving real change in the...

The AIM team is excited to announce that we have put together 3 new self-advocacy videos! Designed to help individuals navigate Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS), these short videos give examples for how to effectively communicate your needs, direct your planning process, and exercise your rights. All three new videos are officially live and ready to watch on the Advocacy In Motion YouTube Channel. Here is a quick preview of what you’ll find in this new video series. 1. Communicating...