Disability Rights Arkansas

Did you know? 💜🧠

Individuals with Down syndrome have a significantly higher lifetime risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease than the general population. Research estimates that more than 50%–90% of individuals with Down syndrome will develop Alzheimer’s as they age, often with symptoms appearing much earlier — typically between the ages of 55 and 58.

During Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month this June, we want to help spread awareness about the importance of early intervention, education, support services, and compassionate care for individuals and families impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.

By learning the signs, advocating for resources, and supporting one another, we can help ensure individuals with Down syndrome receive the understanding and care they deserve throughout every stage of life. 💜

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June is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month

This month, we stand together to honor those living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia, support caregivers, and raise awareness about the importance of brain health. Every memory matters, every caregiver matters, and every person affected deserves compassion, dignity, and understanding.

At Disability Rights Arkansas we believe in creating a community where individuals of all abilities and ages are supported, valued, and empowered. Join us this month in learning more, showing kindness, and advocating for those impacted by Alzheimer’s disease.

💜 Remember.
🧠 Understand.
🤝 Support.
🌎 Together, we can make a difference.

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Check out this event in Mountain Home. Spend some time mingling with individuals and making new friends.

We are getting closer to our first ever Table Talk and Table Talk Jr coming to Mountain Home. This is such a wonderful and exciting opportunity for members of our teenage and adult neurodivergent community! Visit spectrumconnectionofarkansas.com and under the events tab select which Table Talk you would like to attend to register. We can’t wait to see you there! Spots are filling up so make sure to get registered soon.

Where: Cove Coffee
When: Saturday June 20, 2026
Table Talk Jr(age 12-17) 1:00-3:00 pm
Table Talk (18+) 4:00-6:00 pm

May 21st is Global Accessibility Awareness Day (GAAD) ♿💙

Today is dedicated to promoting digital inclusion and ensuring equitable access for more than one billion people with disabilities worldwide. GAAD encourages important conversations, learning, and action around web accessibility, reminding us that everyone deserves access to information, technology, and online spaces.

Join us in championing accessibility and advocating for inclusion across all formats, for all people. Together, we can help build a more accessible world. 🌍✨

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📣 We’re hiring!

Disability Rights Arkansas is seeking 2 attorneys to join our team and help protect and advance the rights of people with disabilities across the state.

If you’re passionate about advocacy, litigation, and making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to apply.

Learn more and apply here: 👉

Join us in advancing justice and equality in Arkansas.

Join us in celebrating **National Speech‑Language Pathologist Day**! 💙🗣️

Today we honor the incredible work of SLPs who diagnose and treat communication, language, and swallowing disorders. Across the country, more than **119,000 speech‑language pathologists** make a life‑changing impact every day.

You’ll find these dedicated professionals in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, nursing homes, schools, early intervention programs, universities, and private practices — all working to help individuals find their voices and improve their quality of life.

Thank you to all the amazing SLPs for your compassion, expertise, and commitment to helping others communicate with confidence! 🙌 https://disability-rights-arkansas-inc.monkeypod.io/give/support-disability-rights-arkansas

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

Join us as we work to break the stigma, raise awareness, and advocate for the support needs of individuals living with mental health disorders.

The 2026 theme, **“More Good Days,”** reminds us that with understanding, resources, and community support, we can help create brighter, healthier days for everyone.

Together, we can make a meaningful impact. 💚✨ https://disability-rights-arkansas-inc.monkeypod.io/give/support-disability-rights-arkansas

As April comes to an end, let’s remember Autism Acceptance is not just for one month. 💙
Acceptance doesn’t have an expiration date. It’s a lifelong commitment to listening, learning, and creating a world where autistic individuals are valued, included, and empowered every single day.
Be part of the change.
Choose understanding.
Choose inclusion.
Choose acceptance—365 days a year.
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Community Inclusion
Inclusion means making space for everyone, at school, at work, and in our community.
Small changes create big impact:
Patience
Understanding
Acceptance

Let’s build a more inclusive Arkansas Together – Support our fight for inclusion today: https://disability-rights-arkansas-inc.monkeypod.io/give/support-disability-rights-arkansas

Awareness Begins with Understanding

Autism is not a puzzle to be solved, it’s a spectrum of unique strengths, perspectives, and needs. 💙

At Disability Rights Arkansas, we believe understanding leads to acceptance, and acceptance leads to inclusion.

Together, we can build a more supportive community for all individuals. To join us in our efforts to demand education inclusion you can donate here: https://disability-rights-arkansas-inc.monkeypod.io/give/support-disability-rights-arkansas