TUESDAY, SEPTERMBER 9, 2025 from 5 PM to 6 PM (CST)

Virtual via ZOOM

Participants will explore the nature of their friendships and consider students with disabilities developing positive relationships with other students. The presentation will also describe the importance of creating opportunities for these students to belong to their school and their community to gain a sense of acceptance. Attendees will be provided strategies for parents as well as educators to use in facilitating friendships for all children, especially children with disabilities. Register using the following link: https://tinyurl.com/496favjy

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM

1000 S. Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104

Disability Connection Midsouth/First Congo Parking Lot

Are you in need of a wheelchair accessible bathroom during Cooper Young Fest? Do you need a free bottle of water? From 10 AM to 2 PM, our Disability Connection team will have a table in the First Congo parking lot (in front of our office) to provide water, access to our indoor restrooms, and information on our services. Check out the Cooper Young Festival's website for their all-day celebrations and details: https://cooperyoungfestival.com/ 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM

4318 Graceland Dr, Memphis, TN 38127

Whitehaven Community Center

Memphis Police Department Community Engagement presents: B.O.O.T.S. on the Ground, Bringing Open Opportunities Through Services. Join us for a Community Resource Fair for adults and children taking place on various dates and at multiple locations throughout the area! There will be community vendors, guest speakers, games and activities for all ages, resources and services for families. This is your opportunity to connect with helpful services, meet your neighbors, and enjoy a fun, family-friendly day. Everyone is welcome! This is part of an ongoing series of resource fairs happening once a month through October 2025 at different locations.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 from 1 PM to 5 PM

Overton Park - East Pavilion

The Mario Reed Foundation presents Spinal Cord Awareness Month in collaboration with Community Outreach Mentoring Services.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 2025 from 12 PM to 3 PM

4055 Park Loop, Memphis, TN 38152

Community Health Building, Room 1610

In honor of Deaf Awareness Month, join us for an interactive event that brings together Deaf and Hard of Hearing community members and service providers to address healthcare challenges. This event aims to foster connections, share stories, and explore ways to improve access to language, tools, and resources across the Mid-South. Free and open to the public. ASL Interpreters and free hearing screening will be provided. Please register using the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/17zEPb0MgP

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2025 from 3 PM to 5 PM

3030 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38111

Benjamin Hooks Central Library 

The Memphis Fair Housing Center, a division of Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc., will hold a free legal advice clinic to address questions related to tenant rights and fair housing. During this clinic, you will have an opportunity to meet with a MALS attorney to discuss any housing questions you may have. The clinic will be held on the 3rd Floor in Study Room #1. 

For more information, call Memphis Fair Housing Center at (901) 432-4663.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 from 11 AM to 12 PM (CST)

Virtual Meeting

Parents and Partners Connect is a virtual question and answer event and opportunity to speak with Child Support professionals from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS). Tennessee parents and residents are invited to register and “drop in” on the next session of this free virtual event series. This is a monthly series that combines a general information portion and a themed portion depending on the month. Visit their website for more information and registration to attend: https://www.tn.gov/humanservices/events/2025/9/17/parents-and-partners-connect---september-2025.html  

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2025 from 1:30 PM to 3 PM (Central)

Virtual via ZOOM

In this FREE workshop, you will learn about methods of saving that won't jeopardize Social Security, Medicaid, food, or housing benefits.  These savings methods include federal ABLE savings accounts and two kind of special needs trusts. 

The workshop is led by Carolyn Wheeler of the University of Kentucky’s Human Development Institute, and attorney Amy Dougherty of Bluegrass Elderlaw Attorneys in Lexington, Kentucky. Amy specialized for 40 years in Elder Law, Estate Planning and Probate, and Wills and Trusts. Carolyn is a Certified Community Partner Work Incentives Counselor with 40 years of experience. Register using the following link: https://gatheringstrength.org/financial-workshops/ 

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2025 from 11 AM to 1 PM

6325 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN

Kirby Woods Baptist Church

DeafConnect of the Mid-South is proudly celebrating their 50th anniversary the Kirby Woods Baptist Church. To RSVP, please email deafconnectmidsouth@gmail.com

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2025 starts at 1 PM

1000 S. Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104

Disability Connection Midsouth Office or Virtual via ZOOM

If you are a parent or family member of a child with a disability and feel like you are struggling alone to make sure your child receives the quality education and services they need, this workshop is for you! Join us for Surviving Special Education: Tips, Tricks, and Taking Action. You will connect with a supportive network of families, advocates, and experts who understand the challenges. We will share tools, strategies, and resources that will help you feel confident when working with school officials so you can make sure your child gets the education they deserve.

This is an ongoing series, once a month, in collaboration with Family Engagement in Special Education, Disability Connection Midsouth, and The Arc TN. September's meeting will be hybrid, offered in person and via Zoom. Please register using the following link: https://bit.ly/SvSe2

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 2025 from 5 PM to 7 PM

1000 S. Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104

Disability Connection Midsouth Office

Join us for our monthly game night! Every last Friday of the month, you can find our group in the DCM office playing games! We usually play uno, cards, spades, dominoes, checkers, and more! Our games and cards are accessible to blind and low-vision players as we offer braille, large print, or a sighted volunteer to assist with game play. Your attendance and any food we provide are FREE.

Join us for a night of fun and socializing! Call 901-726-6404 or email info@disabilitymidsouth.org if you have any questions or require an accommodation.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2025 from 12 PM to 3 PM

1637 Britton St., Memphis, TN 38108

The Memphis Lift

This event will bring together families, students, educators, and community stakeholders to:

• Learn about available special education services

• Connect with local organizations supporting diverse learning needs

• Empower families with resources for academic success and beyond

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 8, 2025 from 1 PM to 2:30 PM (Central)

Virtual via ZOOM

This FREE workshop includes guidance on how people with disabilities can work and maximize earnings without losing Social Security benefits. It provides information about work incentives for the two main types of Social Security benefits: SSI (Supplemental Security Income) and SSDI (Social Security Disability Insurance).

This workshop is led by David Edwards, who is a Certified Work Incentives Coordinator with the Center for Accessible Living, which is the Independent Living Center in Louisville, Kentucky. Register using the following link: https://gatheringstrength.org/financial-workshops/ 

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 11, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM

1399 Madison Ave, Memphis, TN 38104

BridgesWEST

This event will showcase a variety of educational booths, presentations, arts & crafts, and technology & devices tailored for individuals who are D/deaf, deaf-blind, and hard of hearing.  Interpreters and CART (captioning) will be provided to ensure accessibility for all!

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2025 from 4 PM to 5 PM (CST)

Virtual Meeting

Parents and Partners Connect is a virtual question and answer event and opportunity to speak with Child Support professionals from the Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS). Tennessee parents and residents are invited to register and “drop in” on the next session of this free virtual event series. This is a monthly series that combines a general information portion and a themed portion depending on the month. Visit their website for more information and registration to attend: https://www.tn.gov/humanservices/events/2025/2/7/parents-and-partners-connect---october-20250.html  

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2025 from 10 AM to 2 PM

973 Alice Ave, Memphis, TN 38127

Pine Hill Community Center

Memphis Police Department Community Engagement presents: B.O.O.T.S. on the Ground, Bringing Open Opportunities Through Services. Join us for a Community Resource Fair for adults and children taking place on various dates and at multiple locations throughout the area! There will be community vendors, guest speakers, games and activities for all ages, resources and services for families. This is your opportunity to connect with helpful services, meet your neighbors, and enjoy a fun, family-friendly day. Everyone is welcome! This is part of an ongoing series of resource fairs happening once a month through October 2025 at different locations.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2025 from 3 PM to 5 PM

3030 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN 38111

Benjamin Hooks Central Library 

The Memphis Fair Housing Center, a division of Memphis Area Legal Services, Inc., will hold a free legal advice clinic to address questions related to tenant rights and fair housing. During this clinic, you will have an opportunity to meet with a MALS attorney to discuss any housing questions you may have. The clinic will be held on the 3rd Floor in Study Room #1. 

For more information, call Memphis Fair Housing Center at (901) 432-4663.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2025 starts at 6 PM

Virtual via ZOOM

If you are a parent or family member of a child with a disability and feel like you are struggling alone to make sure your child receives the quality education and services they need, this workshop is for you! Join us for Surviving Special Education: Tips, Tricks, and Taking Action. You will connect with a supportive network of families, advocates, and experts who understand the challenges. We will share tools, strategies, and resources that will help you feel confident when working with school officials so you can make sure your child gets the education they deserve.

This is an ongoing series, once a month, in collaboration with Family Engagement in Special Education, Disability Connection Midsouth, and The Arc TN. October's meeting will be virtual, offered via Zoom. Please register using the following link: https://bit.ly/SvSe2

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2025 from 12 PM to 4 PM

8505 Trinity Rd, Cordova, TN 38108

Bert Ferguson Park

Our 28th Annual Step Up for Down Syndrome Walk is one of the largest awareness events in the Mid-South. October is Down Syndrome Awareness Month, and STEP UP for Down Syndrome calls on the community to celebrate the abilities and accomplishments of individuals with Down Syndrome. We want to join together with the community to show that people with Down Syndrome are "More alike than Different." For more information, https://dsamemphis.org/step-up-for-down-syndrome 

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 2025 from 5 PM to 7 PM

1000 S. Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104

Disability Connection Midsouth Office

Join us for our monthly game night! Every last Friday of the month, you can find our group in the DCM office playing games! We usually play uno, cards, spades, dominoes, checkers, and more! Our games and cards are accessible to blind and low-vision players as we offer braille, large print, or a sighted volunteer to assist with game play. Your attendance and any food we provide are FREE.

Join us for a night of fun and socializing! Call 901-726-6404 or email info@disabilitymidsouth.org if you have any questions or require an accommodation.

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2025 starts at 6 PM

1000 S. Cooper St., Memphis, TN 38104

Disability Connection Midsouth Office

If you are a parent or family member of a child with a disability and feel like you are struggling alone to make sure your child receives the quality education and services they need, this workshop is for you! Join us for Surviving Special Education: Tips, Tricks, and Taking Action. You will connect with a supportive network of families, advocates, and experts who understand the challenges. We will share tools, strategies, and resources that will help you feel confident when working with school officials so you can make sure your child gets the education they deserve.

This is an ongoing series, once a month, in collaboration with Family Engagement in Special Education, Disability Connection Midsouth, and The Arc TN. November's meeting will be in person. Please register using the following link: https://bit.ly/SvSe2

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2025 from 8:30 AM to 12:30 PM

University of Memphis

Maxine Smith University Center

Transition and Resource Fair hosted by the University of Memphis Institute on Disability and the Inclusive Higher Education (IHE) Program TigerLIFE. This event is designed to support students with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) as they prepare for life after high school. We anticipate a strong turnout from students, families, guardians, educators, and school leaders from across the Memphis-Shelby County School District and other schools in Memphis.