Access Living

You give us energy by joining meetings and taking bold action. You give us time by listening, sharing, speaking up. You give us talent by thinking outside the box—even when obstacles seem everywhere. We see you, we thank you. #WeekOfGratitude #AccessLiving bit.ly/4nLFeCI

Access Living's new Survivors of Gun Violence Peer Support Group launches September 18! Open to any Chicagoan who has been disabled by gun violence, led by a disabled survivor. RSVP: accessliving.org/event/peer-sup…

Access Living's new Survivors of Gun Violence Peer Support Group launches September 18! Open to any Chicagoan who has been disabled by gun violence, led by a disabled survivor. RSVP: accessliving.org/event/peer-sup…

Chicago area paratransit riders, this action alert is for you! We urge anyone who relies on RAP and TAP to call on @pacebus and @rtachicago to protect these programs: accessliving.org/newsroom/actio…

Access Living's Michelle Garcia in the Chicago Sun-Times describing the impact of ICE raids on already-tenuous home healthcare networks: chicago.suntimes.com/immigration/20…

14th ANNUAL BEYOND THE WATERS BEACH PARTY SUNDAY! AUGUST 10, 2025 12PM to 5PM at Osterman Beach. FREE PARKING & PACE DROP-OFF ST. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church 5649 N. Sheridan Road. Register: eventbrite.com/e/2025-beyond-…

Join Access Living's Organizing Team for our 5 week Building Our Power Together/Construyendo Poder Juntos Training! During this training you'll learn key elements to Community Organizing, and how to apply them to real life scenarios. Apply by 8/18. forms.office.com/Pages/DesignPa…

TODAY, 1:30-3:30: @pacebus is hosting a public hearing on the proposed changes to the RAP/TAP program which could include ride limitations and fare increases. Attend in person @MOPDChicago. Can't make it? Scroll to the bottom to submit a public comment. accessliving.org/newsroom/actio…

Are you interested in learning how to do community organizing? Come learn from Access Living’s organizers! This August, we're bringing back our five-week class designed by disability advocates, FOR disability advocates. Learn more/apply: accessliving.org/newsroom/actio…

Why is it so expensive to build affordable housing in Chicago? One recent West Side development clocked in at $884,000 per affordable unit. blockclubchi.co/45nRliO

7/30: Building Our Power Together/Construyendo Poder Juntos Training Orientation! During this orientation you will learn about the key sessions of the training, training details and how to apply. Virtual event, 4-6pm, on Zoom. Register here: bit.ly/3IJl5Ot

It's been 35 years since President George H. W. Bush signed the Americans With Disabilities Act into law. Karen Tamley, President and CEO of Access Living attended the signing 35 years ago. abc7.ws/3ILx9yr

The Disability Pride Parade is TOMORROW! Line up is at 10 a.m., the Parade steps off at 11 a.m., and the festival at Daley Plaza begins around 11:30 a.m. Check out the DPP website for the details on location, transportation, and what to expect! disabilityprideparade.org

Watch for our President and CEO @karentamley about the 35th Anniversary of the ADA on the show ‘Our Chicago’ airing between 8:30 and 9 a.m. Sunday on ABC 7!

This week, we're proud to feature our partner @AccessLiving! Michelle Garcia, Manager of Organizing and Community Development, spoke with CityKey about the advocacy work they do and the collaboration between Access Living and the @chicityclerk. We're grateful for your support!

People with disabilities are detained pretrial and incarcerated at higher rates than other groups. A series of reports by @AccessLiving, @activatingchnge, @BazelonCenter, and the Center for Racial and Disability Justice at @NorthwesternU examine the overrepresentation of disabled people in local justice systems. More ⤵️ macfound.org/press/grantee-…

Join us this Saturday, 7/26 for the Disability Pride Parade! It's time to celebrate #DisabilityPride in Chicago: accessliving.org/newsroom/blog/…

Did you miss our July 8 Knowledge is Power Community Briefing? The recording is up and available to anyone who wants to revisit this webinar/discussion. You can find it on Access Living's homepage under 'Featured Stories' or on Vimeo: vimeo.com/1101690441?sha…

There's still time to join the summer Money Management workshop series! This ten-week workshop is geared towards folks who want to improve their credit, save, and learn to budget. Join us and start learning to make the most of your finances! accessliving.org/our-services/m…

Disability Pride Month always makes for an exciting July! We have multiple celebratory events for #ADA35 coming up, including this joint virtual event with @aarpillinois. Learn more and register to join us on July 30. events.aarp.org/event/Celebrat…