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From Pavement to Policy: How ADAPT Changed Public Transit Forever
Our mission at Values Into Action is to partner with people with disabilities to design and live their best lives. We believe that everyone should be welcomed and accepted in their communities—and that starts with making sure people can get where they need to go. In August 1984, a group of disability advocates called ADAPT […]
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20 Years of Innovation & Impact
Twenty years ago, Values Into Action was created with a bold idea: people with disabilities and their families should lead the way in designing lives full of meaning and connection. As someone who has grown with this organization since 2009, I’m proud to share how our work has changed lives and continues to do so. […]
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Building Friendships, Building Quality
At Values Into Action, we believe that everyone deserves to feel connected—to friends, family, and their community. That’s why our current Quality Management Plan (QMP) includes a goal to help people build stronger relationships and feel more satisfied with their social lives. Why Connection Matters Feeling lonely can hurt your health. In fact, the U.S. […]
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A New Way to Work: Self-Managed Teams
We’re excited to share that our organization is moving to Self-Managed Teams (SMTs)—a new way of working that builds on the strengths we already have. What Are Self-Managed Teams? Self-Managed Teams are groups of employees who work together to make decisions, solve problems, and share responsibilities. Instead of relying on one person to lead, everyone contributes […]
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Reflections on Disability Pride Month
Why Disability Pride Month Matters Disability Pride Month celebrates the diversity of the disability community. It reminds us that every person deserves to be seen, heard, and valued for who they are. It celebrates resilience, creativity, and individuality. That is by giving individuals with disabilities a space to express pride in who they are, without […]
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People Over Programs—Always
We are proud to share that Values Into Action was featured in the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab’s Spotlight on Success: Rethinking Person-Centered HCBS—a national research initiative that highlights organizations leading the way in person-centered home and community-based services. Out of nearly 30 nominated organizations, Values Into Action was one of just four selected for our strong commitment to putting […]
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Act Now: Protect Disability Services
🚨 Update: The “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” Passed the Senate on July 1 🚨 Now it’s back in the hands of Congress — and your voice is more important than ever. Why This Matters Congress is working on a law called the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act.” If it passes, it could make big changes to how people […]
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Rethinking Support: How Technology Can Help
For people with disabilities and their caregivers, daily life often involves a lot of planning and support. Whether it helps with daily tasks, staying safe at home, or staying connected with others, support is essential. But what if some of that support could be built right into everyday life – quietly working in the background, […]
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Olmstead: A Victory for Self-Advocates and a Guiding Light for Our Work
June 22, 1999, marks a powerful moment in disability rights history. On that day, the U.S. Supreme Court made a decision in Olmstead v. L.C. that changed lives. It said that people with disabilities have the right to live in their communities – not institutions. But this victory didn’t happen on its own. It happened because two […]