Disability Action Center NW Lewiston Office

Disability Action Center NW Lewiston Office Disability Action Center NW, Inc. works to promote the independence and equality of all individuals

Peer Support-
Taking new risks and becoming independent can be hard. Talking to someone who has been in a similar situation can help. DAC offers: Contact with peers;
Peer counseling for individuals, groups, and families; and
Group activities and group meetings. Living Skills-
People often must learn new skills to be independent. The DAC staff and volunteers can help you learn to:
Manage finances

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Be assertive in the community;
Communicate effectively;
Advocate for yourself and your rights; and
Do daily tasks in the new way. Technology-
DAC wants to bridge the "digital divide" so that people with disabilities have equal access to all that computers can offer. We provide: A computer lab with broadband internet access;
Classes and individual tutoring in computer and internet basics; and
Donated computers for home use. In-Home Support Services-
Ask about our "Personal Assistant" services. DAC takes care of the billing and payroll; you do the hiring and supervising! Make your own decisions;
Manage your care without agency-control; and
Get the very best support services. Information & Referral-
As the saying goes, "information is power!" To control your life, you need accessible and accurate information. To help fulfill this need, DAC provides advocacy services in the following areas and many more: Community services and organizations;
Disability laws;
Independent Living issues;
Accessible housing and transportation;
Different types of disabilities;
Removing architectural barriers;
Tips on performing daily activities;
Assistive technology (A.T.);
Regular newsletter; and
Community events.

Please be empathetic and non-judgmental. DO: Be supportive and nonjudgmental if someone shares that they have a mental ...
05/29/2026

Please be empathetic and non-judgmental.
DO: Be supportive and nonjudgmental if someone shares that they have a mental health condition.
DON'T: Make assumptions or downplay the significance of mental health conditions like "Just get over it" or "It's all in your head."

Free webinar tomorrow! Get Organized! Learn practical strategies to reduce clutter and create an organized environment t...
05/27/2026

Free webinar tomorrow! Get Organized! Learn practical strategies to reduce clutter and create an organized environment that both reduces stress AND helps prevent falls. Maintain a safer work and home as you move through your daily routines. Register at the link below.

https://idahogov.webex.com/webappng/sites/idahogov/meeting/register/a44e6f54d008462c8728de9c3a4fcd8e?ticket=4832534b000000095dc3c8e599c23a42bee43133518b88343546df64a2ebe363a77cd2dee4ea7115×tamp=1779900017628&RGID=r85034b0e8d6f7caf080a52e7b6d8a758&isAutoPopRegisterForm=false

World MS Day is officially marked on May 30 each year to unite the global community, share stories, and campaign for eve...
05/27/2026

World MS Day is officially marked on May 30 each year to unite the global community, share stories, and campaign for everyone affected by multiple sclerosis. Led by the Multiple Sclerosis International Federation, the multi-year campaign " " aims to address the challenges of timely and accurate MS diagnoses worldwide.

Be supportive and offer accommodations for people with mental health disabilities when needed. DO: If someone needs acc...
05/26/2026

Be supportive and offer accommodations for people with mental health disabilities when needed.
DO: If someone needs accommodations like a quiet space, be understanding and offer help.
DON'T: Judge or dismiss someone's mental health needs as "unnecessary" or "exaggerated."

We will resume business on Tuesday, May 26th 🇺🇸
05/22/2026

We will resume business on Tuesday, May 26th 🇺🇸

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. You can build your own toolbox for dealing with Mental Health Issues. This is the ...
05/20/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. You can build your own toolbox for dealing with Mental Health Issues. This is the first in a series of mental health videos.

This episode shares tips and tricks on self-care.

Do you have concerns about your Medicaid? They are hosting a listening session on the 28th! Let them hear your voice!
05/19/2026

Do you have concerns about your Medicaid? They are hosting a listening session on the 28th! Let them hear your voice!

The state wants to hear from you! Your voice is vital to help shape the future of Medicaid in Idaho. A strong Medicaid program needs collaboration among

In a culture where being busy often becomes a badge of honor, hobbies can be pushed to the side. But hobbies can provide...
05/18/2026

In a culture where being busy often becomes a badge of honor, hobbies can be pushed to the side. But hobbies can provide structure, creativity, social connection and stress relief. You get improved mood and cognitive function. So stimulate your brain and help your mental health! Engage in creative activities to lower cortisol levels. Join a group like book clubs or sports leagues. Hobby participation can lower levels of depression.

Free health fair coming up in Lapwai!
05/14/2026

Free health fair coming up in Lapwai!

**Mental Health Minute ~ Searching for big positive moments can sometimes feel hard. Start small and list three ordinary...
05/12/2026

**Mental Health Minute ~ Searching for big positive moments can sometimes feel hard. Start small and list three ordinary things that happened today that were simply okay.

Our own Aerius Franklin gave a great interview to Black Lens News. In it he sums up what we do here at Disability Action...
05/08/2026

Our own Aerius Franklin gave a great interview to Black Lens News. In it he sums up what we do here at Disability Action Center NW. Check it out!

Before Aerius Franklin Sr. ever had the language for advocacy, he was living it. Born with spastic cerebral palsy diplegia, a condition that affects mobility in the lower half of his body, Franklin entered a world that often questioned access before it offered opportunity. While some individuals wit...

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330 5th Street
Lewiston, ID
83501

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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+12087469033

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