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Disability Rights Tennessee Blog
Insights, stories, and perspectives on disability rights, advocacy, and community impact across Tennessee.
October 28, 2025
Government Shutdown Glossary
When the federal government shuts down, it can be confusing to know what’s really happening and wh[...]
October 15, 2025
Government Shutdown Resources
Dear readers, As you may have heard, the federal government shut down on October 1. This shutdown wi[...]
August 1, 2025
Reflecting on July: Disability Pride Month
July is Disability Pride Month, a time to celebrate the strength and achievements of people with dis[...]
July 31, 2025
A Message from DRT’s Director of Community Relations on the Federal Budget
Hi readers! I’m Lee Sherwood, the Director of Community Relations and Development here at Disabili[...]
May 30, 2025
One Story, Big Impact: Mental Health Advocacy in Jail
This Mental Health Awareness Month, we’re sharing SB’s story—a man with both a mental illness [...]
May 28, 2025
Support That Works: Callie’s Story
Since 2018, Callie has been receiving TennCare/BlueCare ECF Choices services. Callie is a vibrant, 2[...]
December 12, 2024
DEAL 2024 Recap: The Best Bits
On October 11, Disability Rights Tennessee gathered once again with friends, advocates, colleagues, [...]
January 23, 2024
Client Story – Joan Kite, TBI Survivor
Joan Kite, a two time Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) survivor shared her story with DRT's Lee Sherwood[...]
December 4, 2023
Land a job without a scare in the world – DEAL 2023 Recap
The 9th Disability Employment Awareness Luncheon (DEAL) at Nashville’s Music City Center on Octobe[...]