Through the Looking Glass

12/12/2025

The white rabbit says, "No time to say hello, goodbye”
—donate to Through the Looking Glass before December 31st!

We appreciate all the support we have received so far. It makes such an impact on the families we serve! If you are still looking to make a donation that has a direct impact on those in need, consider donating at https://lookingglass.org/donate/

12/08/2025

Thank you for believing in our work. Thank you for sharing information about us, visiting our website, and a Big Thanks to those who have given a donation.

And there's still time to donate. Visit us at https://lookingglass.org/donate/

12/08/2025

So glad to see love and family mentioned. Having access encompasses all areas of life and with all the important people in our life.

YES!!! Disability is a natural part of the human experience, affecting people of all backgrounds and ages, and is recognized as a normal aspect of human diversity, not a flaw needing to be "fixed," but rather requiring accommodations and support for inclusion, similar to tools everyone uses for daily life. Viewing disability as natural shifts focus from perceived deficits to a person's full humanity, assets, and needs, promoting acceptance and community integration.

12/06/2025

10 things to know about the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) number 3: People with many different kinds of disabilities are protected by the ADA. This includes chronic health conditions (like diabetes) and mental health conditions (like depression.) Read our new fact sheet to learn more: https://adata.org/10-things-ada

12/03/2025

TLG honors the rights of people with disabilities, including the right to have a family. There are still too many misconceptions about the capacity of disabled parents. When we recognize the worth of people with disabilities and raise our expectations,, possibilities emerge. 

Today, on the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we honor the power, leadership, and autonomy of persons with disabilities around the world.

As Ed Roberts reminded us, the true barriers are not our bodies — they are expectations.
At CIL, we continue fighting for dignity, access, and independence for all.

12/02/2025

This support families with disabilities.
“Through the Looking Glass has provided invaluable assistance. Initially, I was introduced to skilled occupational therapists who offered adaptive baby care adaptations and training, enabling me to care for my child despite my limited mobility… TLG is like my second family, and I hold them dear in my heart.”
- Mom receiving TLG services
Thank you for considering a tax-deductible gift to support the incredible work of Through the Looking Glass by visiting https://lookingglass.org/donate/

12/01/2025

Through the Looking Glass (TLG) is the most experienced community-based organization that directly serves parents and caregivers with diverse disabilities. TLG is “guided by personal or family disability experience and disability culture,” TLG serves families with disabilities across the lifespan, from children to parents and grandparents with disabilities.
We serve 360+ families annually; 101 children participate in our inclusive Early Head Start; and we provide 250+ child development and mental health consultations. We also train professionals in occupational therapy, child development, and mental health; and offer in home consultation, training, and adaptive babycare equipment.

Please consider donating to help us serve families with disabilities https://lookingglass.org/donate/

11/27/2025

11/21/2025

Have you ever wondered where our name came from? It is really a love story. TLG was born out of love, creativity, and fun. Megan (founder and Executive Director of TLG) and her husband Hal (co-founder) had many experiences where their life was turned upside down as their family navigated disability. They had taught a philosophy class on nonsense, which included Through the Looking Glass. Their response to their sometimes topsy turvy world was to meet it with playfulness, humor, and determination to help other families experiencing disability. Thus, TLG was born in the converted garage of Hal and Megan Kirshbaum’s backyard. Now TLG is located with many other disability organizations at the Ed Roberts Campus in Berkeley. Learn more at https://lookingglass.org/founders-story/

11/11/2025

Through the Looking Glass honors our veterans and thanks you for your service. Veterans are more likely than non-veterans to have a disability (38% vs. 26% nationally, CDC). A quarter (26%) of veterans are BIPOC. Veterans are also parents. We recognize the intersectional identities of veterans and diverse needs of families.

11/05/2025

For additional resources and ways to find financial, food, and health care assistance by zip code check out

Search and connect to support. Find financial assistance, food pantries, medical care, and other free or reduced-cost help in your area, anywhere in the US.