Did you know Arizona offers you a dollar-for-dollar tax credit when you donate to a Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO)? What is really exciting is Direct is a QCO! This allows you to donate and receive a state tax credit of up to $800 if filing jointly and up to $400 if filing individually.

If you missed this year’s Disability Pride Day check out KOLD News 13’s coverage to hear from attendees, Ward 2 Council Member, Paul Cunningham, and Tucson Mayor, Regina Romero.

December 1 is World AIDS Day, a day to come together to end the HIV epidemic across the globe. We all have a role to play, so let’s #StopHIVTogether.

Celebrate the International Day of Persons with Disabilities on December 3, 2022, at Morris K. Udall Park Senior Center, 7290 E. Tanque Verde; festivities start at 10 am and run till 4 pm.

The Social Security Administration announced today, October 13th, 2022, that Social Security benefits will increase by more than $140 per month starting in January 2023. The 8.7 percent cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) will impact more than 7 million SSI beneficiaries.

We are excited to announce the 12th annual African American Conference on Disabilities will be held back in person on Friday, June 16th, 2023, at the Hyatt Regency in downtown Phoenix.

Did you know that the employment rate for individuals with disabilities is 44.6% lower than their nondisabled peers? In recognition of National Disability Employment Awareness Month during October, we are highlighting one way we are bringing justice to the lack of employment for people with disabilities.

Do you want to win a Silver Convertible 2015 C-7 Corvette or $40,000 cash? If so, here is your chance! Direct is excited to participate in this year’s Tucson Classics Car Show raffle. Raffle tickets are $10, and Direct keeps $4 of every ticket sold to support our programming.

Build the power of the disability vote with us during the 2022 Disability Voting Rights Week, and National Voter Registration Day.

September is National Guide Dog Month! So let's raise some awareness and show some appreciation and support to these special animals! A service animal can be a dog or even a miniature horse that has been trained to perform helpful tasks for an individual with a disability.

The Rural Home Access Program specifically address the needs of aging homeowners, many of who need financial assistance to make accessibility and safety changes to their homes. 

We are excited to announce that we are hosting an accessible hiring event on Wednesday, 09/21/22, from 9 am to 12 pm. Employers scheduled to attend include Jim Click Automotive Group, El Conquistador Resort, JW Marriott Resort, Old Pueblo Community Services, TJX Companies (Homegoods, Marshalls, and TJ Maxx), and JP Industries.

Being unable to leave your home shouldn’t be a barrier to getting vaccinated against COVID-19 or updating your protection through a booster. Through a mobile vaccine collaborative, health professionals remove all barriers to getting this effective protection.

Join us to learn about the powers of the people – Initiatives, Referendums, and Recalls. We will help make sense of it all! The training is virtual via Zoom on September 29, 1 pm to 2:30 pm.

We want to hear from persons with a disability, family members, friends, caregivers, and other stakeholders living in Arizona. Your feedback is vital! The goal is to help AZSILC assess how programs and services currently meet the needs of people living with disabilities in Arizona.

E-scooters are frequently left blocking sidewalks throughout the downtown, 4th Avenue, and U of A area. This can create a trip hazard for anyone but absolutely creates barriers for people who use wheelchairs or other mobility devices.

The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) advances inclusion of individuals with disabilities by federal contractors in all aspects of employment, including in hiring and promotions.

The pandemic has shown the vital importance of web accessibility, as state and local governments and businesses rely increasingly on web-based operations

On July 26th, we will be celebrating the 32nd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The enactment of the ADA was a golden moment for the disability community. So as we celebrate its passing, let us also commit to continue building the DISABILITY VOTE in every state to exert political influence at the ballot box in 2022

With the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) overturning Roe vs. Wade we mourn the loss of freedom and control over our own bodies and are outraged at the possible potential for global impact.