Lawrence Advisory Council on Disabilities

10/23/2026

Join us this evening starting at 6 PM! 🎃

10/18/2026

Join the Lawrence Advisory Council on Disabilities this Friday for a spooktacular evening of FREE family fun!

The City of Lawrence, Indiana - Government and Benjamin Harrison YMCA invite the entire community to come together for a festive Halloween celebration. Put on your favorite costume, bring the family, and enjoy a fun evening with your Lawrence neighbors!

Event Details:
📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Lawrence Civic Plaza
5710 Lawrence Village Parkway

🌭 Enjoy FREE hot dogs, chips, and water while supplies last, generously sponsored by the City of Lawrence and Special Olympics!

This event is FREE and open to everyone! Costumes are encouraged, and registration is now open!

🎃 Register today: https://indy.recliquecore.com/programs/41762/family-specialty-activities/

We hope to see you there for an evening of community, connection, and Halloween fun!

10/12/2026

As we prepare for upcoming elections, we want to make sure individuals with disabilities and their families have access to clear, accessible information about voting.

Hoosiers Vote, a resource from Indiana Disability Rights, is a great place to learn about:
✅ Your rights as a voter with a disability
✅ Accessibility and assistance at the polls
✅ How to register or check your voter registration
✅ Accessible voting options
✅ What to expect when you vote

We also encourage individuals with disabilities to take advantage of community voter registration events as an opportunity to register, update their information, and ask questions about the voting process.

Being informed about your rights is an important part of being prepared to participate in our community.

🔗 Explore the Hoosiers Vote resources here:

What is Hoosiers Vote? Click here to read more Beyond the Ballot Learn several ways to get involved in elections and why disability representation is important at all levels. Click here to watch the recorded training. Voters with Print Disabilities Learn about the new absentee option for voters who....

10/11/2026

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month!

Each month, we're highlighting different awareness months, celebrating the communities they represent, and sharing valuable resources to help educate, connect, and support one another!

This month, we're excited to celebrate Down Syndrome Awareness Month! 💙

October is a time to celebrate individuals with Down syndrome, promote awareness and acceptance, and recognize the importance of inclusion and belonging in our communities.
Throughout the month, we encourage you to learn something new, explore available resources, and help spread awareness!

💛 Together, we can build a more inclusive community where everyone is valued, supported, and celebrated!

October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month! 🌟💙

This month, we’re celebrating our community. Cheers to the self-advocates, families, friends, educators, volunteers, supporters, and everyone who helps make our community stronger.

Down syndrome awareness is about more than learning facts. It’s about getting to know one another, celebrating what makes each person unique, creating opportunities to belong, and making sure everyone has a place at the table.

We’re proud to celebrate the incredible people who make up our village!

09/30/2026

Did you know Fort Harrison State Park offers motorized track chairs, giving guests with mobility disabilities a new way to explore Indiana’s beauty?

These chairs are free to use and designated for specific areas identified by each property. Several parks also have powered mobility chairs.

To use a chair, the user will need to read and sign a Track Chair Agreement and receive a brief training orientation from park staff. Users 16 years or younger must be accompanied by an adult.

To learn about the track chairs and other DNR accessibility, see on.IN.gov/dnr-accessibility.

09/28/2026

We look forward to tonight’s Meet the Lawrence Advisory Council on Disabilities event!

Come connect with members of the Council, learn more about our current priorities and work within the City of Lawrence, and hear about opportunities to get involved.

This is a great opportunity to:
• Meet LACD members
• Learn about our priorities and initiatives
• Discover ways to get involved
• Ask questions and share your ideas
• Connect with others who care about accessibility and inclusion in Lawrence

Whether you’re a person with a disability, family member, caregiver, professional, community partner, or simply interested in learning more, we’d love to have you join us! Specific room number will be sent to registrants closer to the event date.

Register here: https://forms.gle/9z7jpjdFUTd3wHE97

09/18/2026

Come Meet the Lawrence Advisory Council on Disabilities!

We invite you to join us for a Lawrence Advisory Council on Disabilities (LACD) Meet & Greet!

Come connect with members of the Council, learn more about our current priorities and work within the City of Lawrence, and hear about opportunities to get involved.

This is a great opportunity to:
• Meet LACD members
• Learn about our priorities and initiatives
• Discover ways to get involved
• Ask questions and share your ideas
• Connect with others who care about accessibility and inclusion in Lawrence

Whether you’re a person with a disability, family member, caregiver, professional, community partner, or simply interested in learning more, we’d love to have you join us! Specific room number will be sent to registrants closer to the event date.

Register here: https://forms.gle/9z7jpjdFUTd3wHE97

08/20/2026

We are excited to be at City of Lawrence, Indiana - Government Community Safety Day!

Come out and say hi and learn more about Lawrence Advisory Council on Disabilities 💙

05/31/2026

💪 Live Longer in Lawrence ⭐️

We’re out at Lawrence Community Park from 12–4 PM for the Live Longer in Lawrence City of Lawrence, Indiana - Government event!

Stop by to connect with community organizations, meet local leaders, discover valuable resources, and enjoy a beautiful day in the park. We’re excited to be sharing information about LACD and connecting with families and community members.

Come say hello—we’d love to see you!