Happy 43rd birthday, to the late Stella Young, a world-renowned disability activist. Stella coined the phrase "inspiration porn." You can learn more about how to avoid perpetuating inspiration porn by watching Stella's incredible TED Talk, available at tinyurl.com/4pkpw9dz

How will you celebrate Disability Awareness Month? Perhaps read a book or listen to a podcast created by someone with a disability. Talk to someone about your experience or their experience as a person with a disability. Tell us how you celebrate and share a picture!

If you are a person with a disability seeking health care services in Indiana, but can't physically access the office, are refused treatment because of your disability, or have been denied an interpreter or other reasonable accommodation, IDR may be able to help.

Be prepared for Indiana's wild weather! Check out this resource for specific planning tips for people with various disabilities--> ready.gov/people-disabil… This FEMA video is another good resource. youtube.com/watch?v=Oqbn8O…

IDR can visit any facility that serves people with disabilities. Last quarter, IDR conducted 30 monitoring visits at 10 facilities. Our investigations & monitoring resulted in 4 reports to state licensing agencies.  youtube.com/watch?v=66c7g-…

Sixty-two years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. wrote, "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." We want you to know, our team of attorneys and advocates is working hard to protect and promote the rights of individuals with disabilities in Indiana. #BecauseAdvocacy

Our amazing 🌟SSA Representative Payee Review Team🌟Amy, Heidi, David, Andrea & Pennie work to ensure people who have a #reppayee to manage their #SocialSecurity benefits are protected from financial exploitation. 👋Read more about their work at tinyurl.com/3w3skmc4

We know there's a lot going on in the world around us. Through uncertain times, Indiana Disability Rights is working with you and for you to protect your rights. If you have a rights issue related to your disability, call us at 800-622-4845. #BecauseAdvocacy #Disability

Public Service Recognition Week has begun! This week we honor those who serve as federal, State of Indiana, county, and local government employees, for the essential work they do and the incredible impact they make. Thank you for your service! #PSRW #INAppreciation

Thank you State of Indiana employees! You make a difference in the lives of Hoosiers. Now more than ever, public servants need our support! Like, comment and share if an IDR employee has made a positive impact on your life! #INAppreciation #PSRW

This Public Service Recognition Week, we celebrate our amazing team members, who have served a combined 342 years as state employees! Like, comment, and share this post, if our staff have made a difference in your life! #PSRW State of Indiana

Wrapping up Public Service Recognition Week #PSRW with a few thoughts from our staff! State of Indiana #BecauseAdvocacy #disabilityrights

Mental Health Awareness Month is a great time to advocate for your own mental health and empower others to do the same. Reach out to a friend or loved one and remind them that you see them 👀, hear them 👂, and support them 💕. #MentalHealthAwareness #BecauseAdvocacy

IDR is part of the P&A Network created by Congress to provide a lifeline for individuals with disabilities, ensuring their rights are respected and their voices are heard. We provide critical support to ensure equal access for all. #DisabilityAdvocacy youtube.com/watch?v=l2tbZf…

Hoosiers with mobility disabilities face frustration, rather than access, at historic sites. “Improving access benefits the entire community...For most people, an accessibility need is not a matter of if it will be needed, but when.”-IDR's Sam Adams 👀 tinyurl.com/mrrnkwrr

Did you know? You can comment on IDR's 2025-2027 Priorities and Objectives anytime. Read them at in.gov/idr/priorities… and share your thoughts by email, phone or mail. Instructions are on the webpage.

On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, let's protect each other from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. Talk with trusted family, friends and professionals. Plan for the future. Get needed supports. Stay connected with each other. Report instances of abuse and neglect. #WEAAD

🏘️26 years after the Olmstead decision, IDR continues to help people with disabilities have access to home and community-based services (HCBS). Watch this from Disability Rights Florida to learn more! youtube.com/watch?v=jAl8fZ…

IDR's work promotes disability rights in ways that also promote the economy and the disability community's standard of living. Employment improves people's quality of life and purchasing power, while bolstering the bottom line of employers and state and federal governments.