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Our Mission

Membership for all in school, work and the community

13,689
participants

in all Sherlock Center activities combined in fiscal year 2024

6,763
participated in

Sherlock Center research activities in fiscal year 2024

2,455
participants

in continuing education activities in fiscal year 2024

Our Work

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Our Services and Projects

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 Projects

Apply for a 2025 Access for Abilities Mini Grant

Our 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.

Sherlock Center in Action

All News and Stories
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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.

Social Security changes for 2025: What you need to know

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.

Upcoming Events

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.

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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.

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