disABILITY LINK

03/30/2026

Are you registered to vote?
The Georgia primary election is on its way.
Register to vote, or check to make sure your The Georgia primary election is on its way.
Register to vote, or check to make sure your registration

03/27/2026

Yesterday was disABILITY LINK's Healthy Lifestyles workshop with the topic of the Healthy Eating Cook Off. At this event, consumers and staff members were tasked with bringing a dish from home to share with everyone. The dishes were judged by a panel of judges in the categories of taste, presentation, and creativity.

Photo Descriptions
Photo 1: Sheena Shelby posing with her homemade Sweet Potato Souflfe.
Photo 2: Dipu Thakor posing with her homemade rice dish.
Photo 3: Belinda Hodge posing with her banana pudding.
Photo 4: Wanda Atkins posing with her meatball dish.
Photo 5: Shown is Mo Johnson posing with her wife's Confetti Caviar.
Photo 6: Sheryl Hales with her English Pea Salad.
Photo 7: Dipu Thakor, Mo Johnson, and Dipu Thakor sitting at the submission table describing their dishes.
Photo 8: Belinda Hodge, Wanda Atkins, and Sheryl sitting at the submission table describing their dishes.

03/27/2026

New blog post: The SAVE Act and disability voting rights - https://mailchi.mp/3e16823721f3/new-blog-post-disability-housing-is-a-crisis-within-a-crisis-10600640

03/27/2026

We want to share information about the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) Lifeline program.

This federal initiative is designed to make phone and internet services more affordable for low-income households, ensuring that more individuals have the connectivity needed to access important resources and services online. Eligible consumers can receive a monthly discount of up to $9.25. Consumers living on Tribal lands are eligible for an enhanced discount of up to $34.25 per month, making it even easier to stay connected and access essential services.

Individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Medicaid, and other Federal Assistance programs, as well as households with income of 135 percent or less than the Federal Poverty Guidelines are eligible.

You can visit Home - Universal Service Administrative Company https://www.lifelinesupport.org/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
to check your eligibility and submit an application.

Apply now to confirm you qualify for the Lifeline program. You may be eligible to get Lifeline based on your income or participation in a government assistance program. Learn more about qualifying

03/25/2026

DeKalb County offers two types of homestead exemptions to help reduce property taxes for eligible homeowners—basic exemptions for all qualifying residents and special exemptions for seniors, disabled residents, and veterans.

03/20/2026

disABILITY LINK invites you and anyone you know to join us for our Annual Event happening April 25th, 2026 from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm! This event will be held at the Distillery of Modern Art located at 2197 Irvindale Drive, Chamblee, GA 30341.

This event will include keynote speakers, formal dinner, open bar, silent auction, awards, and live DJ and dancefloor.

Tickets are currently being sold at early bird prices coming out to $55 to individuals, and $40 to consumers.

Tickets can be purchase at: https://disabilitylink.betterworld.org/events/annual-event-2026
*Please note that BetterWorld offers an option to donate towards their platform, which does not go to disABILITY LINK. This is separate from the processing fee. If you do not wish to contribute to the BetterWorld platform, make sure to uncheck the donation box. However, if you are purchasing a ticket or registering for an event, the processing fee will apply. *For more information, Contact Us at: (404) 687–8890.

Photo Description:
Photo 1 - Shown is the flyer highlighting disABILITY LINK's annual event with all the details listed in post above. Additional information reads "Join us for an event to celebrate, connect and contribute"
Photo 2 - Shown is staff surrounding our informational sign-in table with flyers, COVID PPE, and promotional materials.
Photo 3 - Shown is keynote speaker, Christina Mills at the podium.
Photo 4 - Shown is consumers and staff-members posing together while laughing.

03/18/2026

Dear MARTA customers:

As a part of its ongoing Station Rehabilitation Program to renovate all 38 rail stations, MARTA is renovating and cleaning Peachtree Center Station, as well as installing new smart restrooms.

Improvements will require temporary, rolling entrance closures beginning Monday, March 30, 2026, and continuing through late May. Both elevators and at least one entrance on the north and south end will remain open during the project.

Improvements include escalator and granite repairs, pressure washing, deep cleaning, repainting with a graffiti-resistant coating, and drain cover replacement.

New restrooms will have "smart" remote access, new fixtures, and surfaces that are easier to clean.

What MARTA customers can expect:

Monday, March 9 – late May: Restrooms closed for renovations.
Use restrooms at nearby stations to the north (Civic Center, North Avenue, Midtown) or the south (West End).
Monday, March 30 – Friday, April 17, 2026 (estimated): Southeast entrance (Streetcar stop side near Georgia Pacific building) closed. Southeast elevator remains open.
Cross Peachtree Street to use southwest entrance (library side) unless elevator access is needed.
Thursday, April 9 – Friday, April 24, 2026 (estimated): Northwest entrance (post office side) closed. Northwest elevator remains open.

Cross Peachtree Street to use northeast entrance (food court side) unless elevator access is needed. The post office will remain open.

Date dependent on previous phase: Southwest entrance (library side) closed.

Cross Peachtree Street to use southeast entrance (Streetcar stop side near Georgia Pacific building). Southeast elevator remains open.

Date dependent on previous phase: Northeast entrance (food court side) closed.

Cross Peachtree Street to use northwest entrance (post office side). The street entrance to the food court and retail shops will remain open.

Customers should follow MARTA on social media and download the MARTA On the Go app for information on future closure dates. Please follow signs in the station and listen for announcements.

Thank you for your patience as we work to improve your rider experience at Peachtree Center Station. Please let us know if you have any questions.

For more information, click the button below.

Best Regards,
MARTA Capital Projects

03/17/2026

Gov. Brian Kemp says Georgians will once again be getting refund checks | What to know

Kemp said the rebate is intended to return surplus tax revenue to residents and provide financial relief to families across the state.

Author: Reeves Jackson
Published: 4:39 PM EDT March 16, 2026
Updated: 9:15 PM EDT March 16, 2026
ATLANTA — Gov. Brian Kemp and Georgia lawmakers have approved a measure that will provide a one-time income tax rebate to residents later this year.

With final passage of HB 1000, eligible taxpayers in Georgia will receive a rebate of up to $500 for joint filers. In the case of a head of household, the rebate will be $375 and single filers or married taxpayers filing separate returns will get back $250.

The governor said the rebate is intended to return surplus tax revenue to residents and provide financial relief to families across the state.

Kemp thanked legislative partners for supporting the measure and said the rebate will help put more money back into the pockets of hardworking Georgians.
Additional details about eligibility and when payments will be issued have not yet been announced.

03/17/2026

APPLICATIONS for the Little Lobbyists internship program are now LIVE

We are seeking applicants who are self-advocates or who have lived experience with disability, including caregivers, siblings, or family members of people with disabilities.

APPLY TODAY —>

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03/16/2026

It’s not too late! As a reminder, you can still join us for the disABILITY LINK Annual Event Fundraiser and Network Mixer on April 25, 2026 by purchasing tickets, making a donation, or becoming an event sponsor. You can make a donation using this link: https://disabilitylink.betterworld.org/events/annual-event-2026

*Please note that BetterWorld offers an option to donate towards their platform, which does not go to disABILITY LINK. This is separate from the processing fee. If you do not wish to contribute to the BetterWorld platform, make sure to uncheck the donation box. However, if you are purchasing a ticket or registering for an event, the processing fee will apply.*

Your support ensures that individuals with disabilities in our community continue to have access to critical independent living services, advocacy, and resources that promote independence and full community participation.

Last year alone, thanks to supporters like you, disABILITY LINK provided 46,414 individual services to people with disabilities, supported 157 individuals in finding employment, and expanded programming for youth ages 10–29, helping the next generation build leadership skills and prepare for independent living.

Events like this are more than celebrations—they directly help sustain and expand the programs that make this impact possible. Your involvement also helps us keep consumer tickets accessible, ensuring the people we serve can attend and be part of this meaningful evening.

We are looking forward to a night of connection, celebration, and community impact, and we would be honored to have you join us.

If you have any questions about ticket options or sponsorship opportunities, contact Kim Gibson, Executive Director at dlinkadmin@disabilitylink.org

Thank you for your continued commitment to disABILITY LINK and the individuals we serve. I hope to see you on April 25th!

You are invited to join sponsors, consumers, friends, advocates, and supporters of disABILITY LINK for an afternoon of networking, to Celebrate, Connect, and Contribute.

03/16/2026

Are you watching the Oscars right now? Are you amazed with the speeches from the award recipients? Do you wish your speeches could be as good? Then come to our Speechcraft class on Tuesday (3/17) from 2-3 at our office and on Zoom. Our topic is Getting Rid of Nerves when Public Speaking. We hope to see you there!

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