Enabling Access (June ’26)-Community Corner-Dayton Children’s Hospital Set to Expand Pediatric Services with New Rehabilitative Facility
Dayton Children’s Hospital Set to Expand Pediatric Services with New Rehabilitative Facility Families connecting to services early is key to getting children with disabilities started on the right path in life. Dayton Children’s Hospital is expanding access to pediatric services with that in mind. Dayton Children’s Hospital will break ground on a new facility specifically […]
Enabling Access (June ’26)-Advocacy Opportunities-Empowering Independence: Become a Project STIR Trainer
Empowering Independence: Become a Project STIR Trainer Are you someone who believes that people with disabilities have the skills and tools to live fulfilling lives? Consider becoming a Project STIR Trainer. Project STIR (Steps Towards Independence and Responsibility) is a training offered by the Ohio Self Determination Association (OSDA) to empower people with disabilities to […]
Enabling Access (June ’26)-Disability News-Empowering Independence: How Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses Transform Lives for People with Visual Impairments
Empowering Independence: How Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses Transform Lives for People with Visual Impairments Ray-Ban Meta Artificial Intelligence (AI) glasses empower those who are blind or have visual impairments by making everyday tasks a little easier, allowing them to reach a new level of independence. What Are Ray-Ban Meta AI Glasses? Ray-Ban Meta AI glasses […]
Enabling Access (June ’26)-ACIL Happenings- Supporting the Access Center: How You Can Help
Supporting the Access Center: How You Can Help The Access Center is here to ensure that people with disabilities have full and complete access to the community of our choice. We also work to empower people with disabilities to achieve independence. As a dedicated non-profit organization, we rely on the support of individuals like you […]
Enabling Access (May ’26)-Community Corner- Ohio 2026 Primary Elections: Your Guide to Voting and Candidates
Ohio 2026 Primary Elections: Your Guide to Voting and Candidates Ohio residents are gearing up to make our voices heard at the upcoming primary election on May 5th 2026. With a variety of statewide offices and congressional seats up for grabs, voters have the opportunity to shape the future of their local and national government. […]
Enabling Access (May ’26)-Advocacy Opportunities – Empowering Change: Join the Ohio Association of County Boards to Advocate for Developmental Disabilities
Empowering Change: Join the Ohio Association of County Boards to Advocate for Developmental Disabilities Are you looking for a way to impact people with developmental disabilities by influencing public policy? Consider joining the effort of the Ohio Association of County Boards of Developmental Disabilities (OACB). Creation of County Boards of Developmental Disabilities In 1967, Ohio […]
Enabling Access (May ’26)-Disability News-Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s MyCare Program: A New Era of Integrated Healthcare for Ohioans
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield’s MyCare Program: A New Era of Integrated Healthcare for Ohioans The Access Center is throwing fun social events quarterly in 2026 to help people connect and beat loneliness. Thanks to a little help from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, we’re able to make these gatherings happen. To show […]
Enabling Access (May ’26)-ACIL Happening-Rev Your Engines for a Cause: Join the Fight for Independence on Two Wheels!
Rev Your Engines for a Cause: Join the Fight for Independence on Two Wheels! The Fraternal Order of Eagles (F.O.E.) Dabel Post Eagle Riders are set to host an exhilarating motorcycle ride to help ACIL fulfill our mission and empower people with disabilities to achieve independence. The event, held on Saturday, May 9th, at 1221 […]
Enabling Access (April ’26)-Community Corner-Your Voice Matters: Help Shape the Future of Public Transit in Greene County
Attention Greene County residents! The Greene County Transit Board (GCTB) invites you to participate in two important public meetings to discuss proposed changes to the public transit system. These meetings are your chance to directly influence decisions that could reshape the way public transit operates in our community. Join GCTB on April 8 and April […]
Enabling Access (April ’26)- Disability News- Uber Takes Steps to Become Inclusive
Uber Takes Steps to Become Inclusive Uber added some new features to its app at the end of February to make the app easier for those with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities to use, according to Disability Scoop. The ride share service has faced criticism since the U.S. Department of Justice sued the company in September 2025 for allegedly remedying and preventing disability discrimination. While the company has not directly addressed the lawsuit, […]