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Keep up with the latest information relating to disabilities, in our community and beyond.

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Accessible Parking Passes

Use our list of issuing offices in Erie County for information and applications for accessible parking passes.

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History of Erie County Office for People with Disabilities

History

Erie County’s OFFICE FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES was established and became part of the Charter of Erie (Article 11F, 01-3) in 1983, originally named Erie County Office for the…

Updated: 06/05/2023 - 12:37 pm

Erie County Office of Public Health Emergency Preparedness Introduces Assistive Communication Tools for First Responders

In an emergency situation, it is not always possible to find a language interpreter who can be on site. Also, an individual’s hearing or speech can be impacted by injury or illness. These toolkits…

Updated: 06/01/2023 - 10:02 am

Rick Hoyt (1962-2023) Boston Marathon Icon

Rick Hoyt’s legacy

Hoyt was born with cerebral palsy, and though his parents were encouraged to institutionalize him as he would be unable to speak or walk, they refused. Despite how doctors…

Updated: 05/24/2023 - 4:01 pm

May is Mental Health Awareness Month

Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in the U.S. since 1949. Every year during the month of May, NAMI joins the national movement to raise awareness about mental health. Together, we…

Updated: 05/01/2023 - 1:18 pm

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