InterHab

03/26/2026

03/26/2026

We had a great time this week connecting with the University of Kansas CCO Ability Advocates!

Executive Director Meghan Shreve and Advocacy & Engagement Coordinator Courtney Herron joined students, faculty, and InterHab members from Cottonwood to talk about what advocacy can look like at every level, whether you’re speaking up for yourself or standing alongside others.

From small, everyday actions to larger system-level change, these conversations matter and it was inspiring to see so much interest and engagement around building those skills.

We also had some exciting discussions about future collaboration, and we’re looking forward to what’s ahead. Thanks to everyone who joined us and continues to be part of this important work!

Thank you, ability advocates for displaying artwork from two of our members, JCDS and Cottonwood Inc.

03/25/2026

All,

Tuesday morning the Conference Committee finalized the budget and is now ready for the House Floor and Senate Floor to do their final vote before the Governor's veto session in early April. We need you now to get our message out to all 165 legislators to vote yes on the budget!!!



Please take 2 minutes right now to send a message to your legislators and share:
https://interhab.org/advocacy-alert/

We continue to be impressed with your outreach and dedication to the relationships that have been built over these past few months. We started out strong and we want our legislators to know that we finish strong and will see our ask through to the end!

They will likely bring it to both sides tomorrow afternoon.

Please take action NOW!

InterHab Advocacy Alert Contact your Kansas House Representative! Use the form to the right to send a message to your Kansas House Representative and encourage their continued support for services for Kansans with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We strongly encourage you to include a pe...

03/25/2026

InterHab Advocacy Day was a huge success! We traveled to the Capitol in Topeka to advocate for policies and funding that support Kansans with IDD. More than 800 advocates from across the state filled the rotunda for the rally, creating an incredible show of unity. Afterward, we met with policymakers to thank them for their continued work and commitment. ❤

03/25/2026

Every year, Kansans with IDD, their families, and advocates gather at the Capitol to champion policies that support independent, inclusive lives. This year, more than 800 people filled the rotunda—an incredible show of unity and purpose. Take a look at the highlights and feel the strength of our community coming together.

03/23/2026

03/19/2026

03/19/2026

Live from Advocacy Day 2026!

03/18/2026

Many airports will soon be required to provide changing tables for adults with disabilities. Now federal officials are looking for input on how to go about implementing the new mandate.

03/18/2026

Earn up to 6 CEUs and join us virtually May 7 and 8 for the 2026 Guardian Clinical Symposium. This year’s online program will explore age friendly approaches to psychotropic use, medication safety strategies, safe medication handling and compliance, and the role vaccines play in protecting residents. Look for registration details coming soon. Until then, mark your calendars and plan to participate.