Adaptive Recreation Services based at Hilyard Community Center provides year-round, community-based recreational, social and educational programs for Eugene area children, teens and adults with disabilities. Their Inclusion Services strive to support people who need accommodation to participate in any recreation activity offered by the City of Eugene.
MIUSA is a disability-led non-profit organization with headquarters in Eugene, Oregon. Their educational exchange programs, professional development, and global projects aim to advance disability rights and inclusion on a global scale. Learn about their cultural exchange programs, and their work in diverse settings. Access resources for support, education and engagement.
Families Connected offer programs to reduce isolation and build community connections for families raising a child with a developmental disability. Services include support groups, family trainings, mentoring, community access, and advocacy.
This is a family-led organization working with families dealing with behavioral and mental health challenges by providing respite, family fun events, peer support, resources and referrals, systems navigation, wraparound partnership, and advocacy.
DSNO is a leading local resource for Down syndrome support and offers a range of community-based programs to build an outstanding support organization for families, friends and individuals with Down syndrome.
By Lara Delmolino, Ph.D.
By James C. Harris M.D.
The non profit organization, Mobility International, USA (MIUSA) works to advance the rights of people with disabilities through international opportunities in education, projects and professional development. This article offers parents and students an overview of their high school exchange program including benefits of education, independent experiences, and overall confidence and skill building.