What We Do

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Early Intervention

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Schools and Post Secondary

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Health Promotion

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Leadership and Community Support

  • Sep
    12
    Nothing About Us Without Us (People First Of CT theme)
    Bristol Double Tree Hotel
    ALL DAY

    People First of Connecticut will sponsor its annual conference at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel in Bristol, Connecticut, on Saturday, September 12.
    This is a conference produced by self-advocates for self-advocates (and their friends!)
    The theme of the conference is Nothing About Us Without Us and the keynote speakers will be Scott Masson and Lauren Traceski. They will share their journey through marriage and adult life.
    Register to attend. Space is limited.

  • Sep
    17
    CT Aspiring Leaders Academy
    Virtual
    5:30 PM

    The purpose of this academy is to develop leaders who will provide innovative and sustained leadership to the Connecticut special education system. 

  • Oct
    3
    CT Aspiring Leaders Academy
    UConn UCEDD 270 Farmington Ave Farmington Suite 181
    9:00 AM

    The purpose of this academy is to develop leaders who will provide innovative and sustained leadership to the Connecticut special education system.

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Mental Health Support Should Be Accessible to Everyone. Today is 988 day.
People with disabilities deserve mental health and crisis support that is accessible, respectful, and inclusive.
If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress, a mental health crisis, or thoughts of suicide, call or text 988 to reach the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.
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This Labor Day, we recognize the contributions, talents, and achievements of workers across our communities—including people with disabilities.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to find meaningful employment, earn fair wages, contribute their skills, and work in environments that are accessible, inclusive, and supportive.

Inclusion at work strengthens our workplaces and our communities.

#laborday #disabilityinclusion #InclusiveEmployment #accessibility #EmploymentForAll #disabilityrights #InclusionMatters
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Happy National Read a Book Day!

Today is a great reminder that books can open doors to new ideas, experiences, and perspectives. Whether you read with your eyes, listen to an audiobook, use Braille, or enjoy a story with someone else—reading is for everyone!

Let’s celebrate accessible and inclusive ways for people of all abilities to discover the joy of a good book.
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