Statewide Independent Living Council of Tennessee

06/14/2026

Have questions about ABLE accounts? Get answers from the experts!

Join ABLE National Resource Center for Beyond the Basics: Live ABLE Q&A with the Experts on June 25, 2026, at 12:00 PM ET. This interactive webinar will address real-world questions from individuals with disabilities, families, professionals, and supporters.

Following overwhelming interest in their April "Ask the Experts" session, this webinar will dive deeper into advanced ABLE topics, including saving strategies, investing, and long-term financial planning for current and future ABLE account owners.

📅 Date: June 25, 2026
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM Eastern Time

Bring your questions and learn how to make the most of your ABLE account!

ABLE NRC is hosting another live, interactive webinar focused on answering real-world ABLE account questions from individuals, families, professionals and supporters. During our April 2026 “Ask the Experts” webinar, we received more than 200 questions through registration submissions, post-webin...

06/13/2026

NewsChannel 5 Nashville MorningLine: Strokes: Facts and Prevention

Tennessee Stroke Facts
🔹Stroke is one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability in Tennessee.
🔹Tennessee consistently has a higher stroke death rate than the U.S. average.
🔹Every year, thousands of Tennesseans are hospitalized due to stroke, with significant long-term recovery needs for survivors.

Stroke is a leading cause of death and disability in Tennessee, yet up to 80% of strokes are preventable, and nearly 1 in 3 Middle Tennessee adults has high blood pressure, the primary risk factor. Most people don't know they're at risk until a life-threatening event occurs. On this episode of…

06/12/2026

Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation launch website to protect older adults from scams via WKRN News 2

The Tennessee Department of Disability and Aging and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation launched a website to educate older adults about scams.

06/11/2026

Unearth a Story This Summer!

The National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled , in partnership with the Braille Institute Library, invites readers to explore the histories, landscapes, and voices hidden just beneath the surface through the 2026 Summer Reading Program.

Participants can:
🔹 Join live Zoom webinars featuring authors, artists, national park rangers, and other engaging speakers every other Tuesday.
🔹 Experience narrated soundscapes that bring four national parks to life through immersive audio adventures, released every other Monday.

Discover new stories, learn something unexpected, and connect with the world around you this summer!

https://www.brailleinstitute.org/summer-reading-program/

Summer reading suggestions brought to you by the Braille Institute of America. New titles picked each summer.

06/10/2026

June is PTSD Awareness Month.

PTSD can affect people of any age and may develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. Raising awareness helps reduce stigma and encourages those affected to seek support.

Learn more from NAMI :
https://nami.org/types-of-conditions/posttraumatic-stress-disorder/

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is marked by longer-term symptoms like avoidance, mood symptoms, and hypervigilance resulting from experiencing traumatic events— such as an accident, assault, military combat or national disaster.

06/09/2026

Kindred Stories of Disability

Do you have a story about safety, police, or the justice system? We want to hear from you.

A project called Kindred Stories of Disabilites is collecting stories from people with IDD and their families. Your story can help leaders make things better.

What they want to hear about:
🔸A loved one who wandered off or went missing, and how first responders helped
🔸Times when police or school officers got involved during a hard moment
🔸Traffic stops or car accidents when someone had a disability
🔸Trouble getting help when calling 911
🔸Times when a person with IDD was arrested, charged, or taken to jail

What is involved if you choose to take part:
🔸A one hour zoom call with a Vanderbilt student
🔸You can stay anonymous if you’d like.
🔸You’ll get the questions ahead of time.
🔸If you would like, you can have a photo taken to include in the story. This is optional.

Want to share your story? Fill out the form at redcap.link/qjr2z43k, or email [email protected] with "Kindred Stories" as the subject.

06/08/2026

Summer camps for individuals with disabilities offer opportunities for fun, learning, and independence. Programs include day and overnight options with trained staff and activities like outdoor exploration, arts, and group engagement in a supportive environment.

The Tennessee Disability Pathfinder Summer Camp Resource Guide helps families find accessible camp options across Tennessee, noting that spots often fill quickly.

Summer is a time for adventure, learning, and making lifelong memories. Finding the right summer camp can provide not only fun but also opportunities for growth, independence, and connection. That’s why we created a special guide —to share valuable resource information on summer camps designed f...

06/07/2026

Ajax Turner Senior Citizens Center to re-open in July under new city management

The City of Clarksville has released their plans and timeline for when the Ajax Turner Senior Citizens Center, located at 953 Clark St., will open under city management.

06/07/2026

The Ardmore Public Library has been awarded a national grant through the American Library Association's Libraries Transforming Communities initiative to help improve accessibility for people with disabilities. Grants from this program support projects that make library facilities, services, and programs more accessible and inclusive for all community members.

Read more:

The Ardmore Public Library has been selected as one of 300 libraries across the country to participate in round four of Libraries Transforming Communities: Accessible Small and Rural Communities, an American Library Association (ALA) initiative that provides community engagement and accessibility re

06/06/2026

A new coffee shop is proving that inclusion and opportunity belong in every community.

Kindred Coffee & Goods was created to address employment barriers faced by young adults with disabilities after graduation. Founded by two mothers, the business provides meaningful job opportunities, skill development, and a welcoming environment where employees can thrive.

Read the inspiring story:
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2026/may/30/kindred-coffee-and-goods-provides-job/

Two mothers are aiming to address post-graduation employment challenges for young adults with disabilities through Kindred Coffee and Goods, a business born from conversations about their teenage sons' futures.