
October Interstate Connections Newsletter
Mouth was known for laying it on the line. This cartoon of a man speaking at a podium, caption reads “And so, in this Decade of the Brain, our challenge will be to help people stop helping themselves.” could represent drug companies creating patients, sometimes called…

News from DAC NW ~ Your KEY to Independence!
If you have Parkinson’s disease (PD) and live in the Palouse, there’s a newly formed group just for you. It’s called Peer2Peer Parkinson’s Disease Support Group (P2P PD), and it’s for people with PD and their care partners.
The Palouse has few resources for people with PD.

News from LIFE, A Center for Independent Living
Many of us take the freedom of driving for granted. But for some—whether they’re a young person with a disability, a senior, or an adult recovering from an injury—getting behind the wheel can be a significant challenge to their independence. How can they safely assess their ability to drive and gain the skills they need?
Life is thrilled to announce that we are acquiring a state-of-the-art driving simulator!
News from NW ADA Center ~ Idaho
QUESTION:
Is it ok to use the term Handicapped?
ANSWER:
No. People first language is preferred: a person with a disability.
The word “handicapped” goes back to the 1800s…

News from Self-Directed PA Services
How Phones, Tablets, and Computers are Becoming more Inclusive
Accessibility isn’t just about ramps, braille or elevators – it’s also about technology. The devices we use every day – smartphones, tablets, and computers – come equipped with powerful accessibility features built right in. These

Veterans with Disabilities – VDC Program
Have you ever wished you could just talk to another veteran with the same disability as you? Make the Connection is a website with thousands of veterans telling their stories: about