Disability Advocacy Solutions LLC

08/28/2026

The 2027 Summer Internship Application Is Now Open! 🤩 Read below to learn more, and if you think you might want to apply, register to join our webinar for interested applicants on Thursday, September 10 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM ET on Zoom.

Are you a disabled student (high school diploma by 2027 - graduate student) or recent graduate who is looking to gain professional experience, grow your leadership skills, and connect with disabled community? Then being an could be a perfect opportunity for you!

AAPD places interns at paid internships within the nonprofit, government, and for-profit industries, in-person in Washington DC and remotely. Interns work at their placement site Monday – Thursday and attend weekly AAPD programming on Fridays. Interns also get to attend events and network on Capitol Hill, conferences, policy briefings and other community events, as well as be matched with a disabled mentor.

AAPD interns are paid a living stipend and transportation to and from Washington, D.C. In-person interns are provided fully accessible housing. Remote interns receive a technology, internet, and a housing stipend if applicable.

Applications for the Summer 2027 cohort will close on October 1, 2026 at 5PM ET! Apply: https://ow.ly/lMPb50ZGifF

ID: Apply for AAPD's 2027 Summer Internship Program with a deadline of October 1, 2026.

08/18/2026

Happening Saturday August 22!!!

CARS FOR A CAUSE IS MORE THAN A CAR SHOW—IT'S A COMMUNITY CELEBRATION!

Join us for a day of beautiful cars, food trucks, local vendors, family games, interactive experiences, live music from our DJ, first responder vehicles, and fun for all ages! Admission is FREE, and activity tickets will be available for purchase to support The Arc of Shelby County.

Have a car you're proud of? Register today and show it off!
Own a business or organization? Vendor spaces are still available!

Whether you're entering a vehicle, setting up a booth, or bringing the family for a fun day out, there's something for everyone at Cars for a Cause!

Cars For A Cause - Car Show - Accelerating acceptance with The Arc of Shelby County.

08/03/2026

Starting college is exciting—but for students with disabilities, it also means learning a completely different system of support.

Unlike high school, colleges do not identify students or automatically provide accommodations. Students must learn how to:
• Register with Disability Services
• Provide appropriate documentation
• Explain how their disability impacts them
• Request reasonable accommodations
• Communicate effectively with professors

Many students know what accommodations they’ve received in high school but aren’t sure how to tell their story in a way that connects their disability to barriers in the college environment.

That’s where I can help.

As a non-attorney disability advocate, I work with college students to understand the accommodation process, organize documentation, and develop the confidence to advocate for themselves.

Learning to self-advocate is one of the most valuable skills a student can take to college.

If you or your student would benefit from support, visit www.DisabilityAdvocacySolutions.com and complete the inquiry form.

07/18/2026

Share Your Thoughts at the City of
Birmingham's ADA Transition Plan Public Meeting
Tuesday, July 28 | 3-5 p.m.| Sloss Furnances

The City of Birmingham is developing an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Transition Plan and invites residents, businesses, community organizations and other interested stakeholders to attend a public meeting to learn more about the City's progress and provide feedback.

At the meeting, you'll learn about data collection efforts, Birmingham's ADA compliance status, recent ADA improvements and the City's ADA transition plan. If you have questions regarding the meeting, please reach out to the City of Birmingham's Office of Public Accessibility at [email protected] or 205-581-3013.

We hope you are able to attend and provide valuable feedback

07/16/2026

Today, I had a moment to work with folks at Lakeshore to test out one of their recumbent bikes. It felt so good to find a way to ride with the body I now have. Are you wondering how to enjoy adventure adaptively? Check out this podcast: https://www.nchpad.org/resources/podcast-episode-25-adaptive-adventures-with-chelsea-elder/

07/16/2026

Often, naming what is happening is a huge challenge. How do you advocate for your needs when you don’t have a diagnosis? How can you advocate through the diagnosis process?

Discover practical strategies for navigating the diagnostic process, managing uncertainty, advocating for your healthcare needs and finding support.

07/11/2026

As a new school year begins, many families are getting ready for evaluations, reviewing IEPs and 504 Plans, and preparing for meetings with their school team. It can be difficult to know whether your child is receiving the services and supports they need to access their education.

You don’t have to figure it all out on your own.

At Disability Advocacy Solutions, we work alongside families to help them understand the special education process, prepare for IEP and 504 meetings, review educational records, and make informed decisions about their child’s educational program. We also support students with disabilities as they transition to and navigate accommodations in college and other higher education settings.

Our goal is to help families feel informed, prepared, and confident as they advocate for meaningful access to education, services and resources to improve independence and accessibility.

If you have questions or aren’t sure where to begin, we’d be happy to talk with you. Send me a message on our website https://disabilityadvocacysolutions.com/ and we’ll get back with you.

💙 Because every student deserves access to an education that meets their unique needs.

07/11/2026

I’m so proud of my friend and former colleague for creating Wildflower Wonders Play Therapy. She comes at this work from her own lived experiences with how disability impacts families. There are great things happening in Madison, AL.