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Our Mission

Membership for all in school, work and the community

11,310
people were served

in all Sherlock Center activities combined in fiscal year 2023

6,737
participated in

eight Sherlock Center research activities in fiscal year 2023

2,011
attended

our continuing and/or community education activities in fiscal year 2023

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

Learn about youth SSI Work Incentives

This free Zoom information session will give an introduction to disability-related work incentives for youth receiving SSI benefits.

Sherlock Center in Action

All News and Stories
A man eating an ice cream puts his arm around a woman; both are smiling at the camera.
The Sherlock Center awarded five Access for All Abilities Mini Grants and cooled off with an ice cream social at “An Evening at Roger Williams Park Zoo” on Thursday, June 20.

Celebrating 30 years!

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

This information session will give you a introduction to disability-related work incentives for youth receiving SSI benefits. You will have an opportunity to ask questions. This session is presented by Certified Work Incentives Counselors. There is not cost to attend.

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