Empowered Together

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Check out our origin story with a huge shout out to @TeamTrustPro & @32Ryno for making this video happen! youtu.be/GuxeC9sPS8c #disabilityrights #accessibility #marketplace #disabilityinclusion

Join our founder, @SarahSpearIt, Oct 19th at @RareNewEngland's annual conference. #raredisease Register at: secure.givelively.org/event/rare-new… Apply for a scholarship at: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

Thank you, @Ventureneer & @Forbes, for highlighting the importance of ensuring "equitable and high-quality access to essential resources and [fostering] a more inclusive and supportive community" in this article today: forbes.com/sites/geristen… #Accessibility #DisabilityPrideMonth

Here's our quick take on the value of a wide variety of summer camps for kids living with disabilities: youtu.be/dewaU83fSVU?fe… #disabilities #SummerCamp #inclusion #safespace

With summer's changing routines and more flexible schedules, it's an ideal time to line up support. We found the best therapeutic providers in greater New Haven and we're bringing them right to you. Sign up for the marketplace to start searching: app.empoweredtogether.us/sign-up #therapy

Check out @pulse2news' interview with our CEO and Founder, @SarahSpearIt, that drives home how businesses with accessible structures and cultures rise to the top in our marketplace. pulse2.com/empowered-toge… #disabilityaccessibility #Marketplace

People living with disabilities and caregivers, this one’s for you. On May 1, a new rule was announced by @hhsgov that affects you. Please share this with folks who need to know! #disabilityrightsarehumanrights #empoweredtogether

Thanks to Disability Cafe, a disability-related @YouTube channel, for welcoming @SarahSpearIt, Founder & CEO of Empowered Together, to discuss our online #marketplace where folks can find #accessible businesses. youtu.be/BET37loSQmI?fe…

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Next up in our series of What’s Accessible…at a cafe, we’re measuring the door out to the restrooms. @SarahSpearIt found the door requires 8.5 pounds of pressure to open but the standard is 5 pounds of pressure for interior doors. #accessibility #empoweredtogether

We're gearing up to offer accessibility training at no cost to business owners in New Haven, CT. If that's you, click the link to get on our waitlist! airtable.com/appzb21OIpkXic… #accessibility #training #NHV #smallbusiness

In the US, PWD have $490 billion in discretionary spending power annually. Our marketplace enables folks to determine which businesses are going above and beyond to serve the disability community. Sign up today to find businesses that want your business: app.empoweredtogether.us/sign-up

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We’re in Hartford today for Autism: Raising Awareness at the Capitol hosted by @CWCSEO. We love putting our marketplace in the hands of families and practitioners in search of excellent customer experiences!

Join us this Monday for Autism: Raising Awareness at the Capitol, 10am-12pm in the North Lobby. We'll be tabling so come over and say hi! Parking is free at the Legislative Office Building parking garage.

As Alex explained it, his store Strange Ways is, "for the people." He said our Accessibility Report was eye-opening and helps his store be even better. If you're a business owner, request your accessibility review today: app.empoweredtogether.us/businesses

Our marketplace just keeps growing. Shout out to our newest listed New Haven businesses! Sign up today to read our accessibility overviews and add your ratings and reviews: app.empoweredtogether.us/sign-up

Inaccessible Walkways Have: -Cracks and gaps larger than ½ inch #empoweredtogether #disability #accessibility #learn #disabilityawareness

Inaccessible Walkways Have: -Cracks and gaps larger than ½ inch #empoweredtogether #disability #accessibility #learn #disabilityawareness