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What makes ARISE different? As a designated non-residential Independent Living Center, we are organized and directed by people with disabilities.

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Four Laws That Protect the…

15.8 million citizens withdisabilities reportedvoting in the November2022 elections. 1 By Phil Prehn, Systems Change Advocate Voters with disabilities have the right to an equal…

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The Smartbox

I embarked on this journey early in 2024. At first, only my family and close friends could understand what I was trying to communicate. To…

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Exceptional Family Resources and ARISE…

The Boards of Directors of Exceptional Family Resources (EFR) and ARISE announce their strategic decision to merge the organizations to better serve people with disabilities. …

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Nothing About Us Without Us

A Disability Rights & Awareness Project Go to Calendar of Upcoming Events Go to Podcasts Six grass-roots organizations coming together to support disability rights Calendar…

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Art Explorers

Artists in our Art Explorers Club have been working hard creating wonderful artworks from watercolors to a special holiday wreath! Art Club Coordinator Michelle McIntyre…

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Bringing Adaptive Design to Cayuga…

Do you have a disability, or know someone with the disability that lives in Cayuga County and could benefit from a customized adaptive device? Do…

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