13,689
participants
in all Sherlock Center activities combined in fiscal year 2024
Membership for all in school, work and the community
in all Sherlock Center activities combined in fiscal year 2024
Sherlock Center research activities in fiscal year 2024
in continuing education activities in fiscal year 2024
We partner with state and national agencies, schools, higher education and community providers to offer interdisciplinary pre-service and community education, technical assistance, service, research and information
Learn about our Services and ProjectsOur mini grant program supports businesses, nonprofits, schools and agencies that want to improve accessibility so people with disabilities can participate in social, leisure, recreational and cultural activities alongside other community members.
The Sherlock Center offers over 400 adapted versions of popular literature for students with complex disabilities and hundreds of online resources and publications on topics across the lifespan.
Members of the Self-Directed Supports Network and Sherlock Sentinels gathered for a networking event with opportunities to share and learn from one another while enjoying refreshments.
In 2025, Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI), and other disability and retirement benefits will see a 2.5% cost-of-living adjustment. This modest increase means a person receiving a $1,000 SSDI benefit in 2024 can expect a $25 monthly increase in 2025. Below are key updates for individuals who work.
“When you try to keep in mind that inclusive design benefits everyone, suddenly the scope of impact balloons.”
“There is almost always someone attending our performances with a wheelchair, walker, oxygen and/or support personnel.”
Presented by a certified work incentives counselor, in this session you will learn about specific work incentives and other related information. This session will be of value to individuals receiving SSI or SSDI and anyone considering working while on benefits.
Presented by a certified work incentives counselor, sessions will be of value to individuals receiving SSI or anyone looking for a basic introduction to SSI disability-related work incentives.