League for the Blind and Disabled

10/28/2026

There is still time to register to attend this important rally at the Indiana Statehouse. If transportation concerns are preventing you from planning to attend, CTN has graciously offered to provide accessible transportation to and from the event. Please reach out to WindSwell Foundation to reserve your ride. Let legislators know how important community living is to you! Let your voice be heard. Please consider registering now. More in depth details will be provided to you upon completion of registration. You can also visit Indiana Disability Alliance at https://indianadisabilityalliance.org/ to learn more.

📣 Attending the Rally? Find Parking, Shuttle & Entrance Information Here!

Join us on Tuesday, November 17, from 11:00 AM–12:30 PM ET at the Indiana Statehouse as we come together to protect home and community-based services and the right of people with disabilities to live and thrive in their communities.

We’ve added helpful details to our website to help you plan your trip, including parking options, free accessible shuttles, drop-off locations, accessible entrances, maps, and the rally location inside the Statehouse.

Whether you’re attending as a person with a disability, family member, advocate, service provider, or supporter, we want you to feel prepared and ready to participate!

🔗 Find all the rally details here: https://indianadisabilityalliance.org/rally-2026/

📍 Indiana Statehouse — South Atrium, Floor 2

Please share this post to help others prepare, and we hope to see you there! Together, we can make our voices heard in support of community living for all Hoosiers with disabilities.

Graphic from the Indiana Disability Alliance promoting a “Rally to Protect Community Living.” The Indiana Disability Alliance logo appears in the upper left corner. Large blue text in the center reads, “RALLY TO PROTECT COMMUNITY LIVING.” Below, the graphic states, “Visit the IDA website for information on parking, entrances, & more!” In the lower right corner are illustrated protest signs with the messages: “SAVE HCBS,” “OUR HOME. OUR CHOICE. OUR LIVES.,” “HOME. COMMUNITY. CHOICE.,” and “DISABILITY RIGHTS ARE COMMUNITY RIGHTS.” The design uses blue and gold colors with abstract decorative shapes in the corners.

10/28/2026

Information Safety, Preparedness, and Peace of Mind.

At The League for the Blind & Disabled, the digital safety and well-being of our consumers, community partners, donors, and staff are always a priority.

When we became aware of a global information vulnerability, we took proactive, precautionary steps to ensure that established safety measures and protocols were reviewed with the providers we work with.

Our staff acted promptly to communicate and help ensure that necessary precautions were understood and in place. We are grateful for the dedication of our team and their commitment to serving our community with confidence and care.

At The League, being proactive means putting safety first

10/27/2026

Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Scams

Scammers are billing for a year’s worth of urinary catheter claims, all at once. A lot of these bills have been $10,000 - $20,000.

This means if you miss reviewing that single Medicare statement, you wouldn’t even know it happened. This is a great reminder to always be checking your Medicare statements to make sure there isn't a charge there that shouldn't be.

If you need help learning how to read your Medicare statements, contact the SMP!

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10/26/2026

You can still register to attend.

There’s still time to register for the 2026 ADA Indiana Fall Conference, hosted by our affiliate, ADA-Indiana!

Join the conversation on ADA compliance and accessibility across Indiana through a full day of practical learning, expert guidance, and networking.

Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Location: Indiana Government Center, South
Registration: bit.ly/ada-indiana

Whether you are an ADA Coordinator, human resources professional, municipal leader,
supervisor, parks and recreation professional, public works employee, emergency
management professional, or anyone responsible for ensuring equal access, the
conference will provide valuable tools and strategies you can immediately apply within
your organization.

Learn more about the schedule and speakers: bit.ly/4h7eJqH

10/24/2026

Medicare Updates: What You Need to Know for 2027!

Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period is an important time to learn about changes that may affect your healthcare coverage, benefits, and costs.

Join us on October 27 for an educational presentation by Advocate Financial, featuring SueAnn Reynolds, Director of the Medicare-Medicaid Assistance Resource Center (MARC) and SHIP Counselor. SueAnn Reynolds, will share important information about upcoming Medicare changes, including updates to income requirements that may affect eligibility for certain programs.

Presented by Advocate Financial Life & Health Brokerage, in partnershie with The League.
Tuesday, October 27th, 2026
The League for the Blind & Disabled
5821 S. Anthony Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN
Two Session Times: 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM

These sessions will focus on individuals who are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid. Attendees will have an opportunity to learn about available options, ask questions, and better understand changes that may affect their coverage and benefits.

Knowledge empowers informed decisions. We hope to see you there!

10/23/2026

Invisible Disabilities Awareness Week runs from October 18 to 24, 2026. While some disabilities are visible, many are non-apparent, meaning they are not immediately apparent to others. These disabilities can be temporary, situational, or permanent.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) does not provide a specific list of conditions that qualify as disabilities. Under the ADA, “disability” is a legal term rather than a medical one. The ADA broadly defines a person with a disability as someone who has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.

The definition also includes people with a record of such an impairment and people who are regarded as having such an impairment. The ADA also makes it unlawful to discriminate against a person based on that person’s association with a person with a disability.

Learn more: bit.ly/4jBw7FQ

10/22/2026

Nursing Home Scams

What can you do to stop nursing home fraud?
📑 Read your Medicare Summary Notice (MSN) or Explanation of Benefits (EOB) to compare the services Medicare was charged with what you received and to determine medical necessity for these services.
🎁Do not accept gifts (such as money, gift cards, or groceries) in return for choosing a nursing home in which to receive skilled nursing.
🖊Do not sign forms that you do not understand, including a Medicare Outpatient Observation Notice (MOON), an Advance Beneficiary Notice (ABN), or any form that is blank.
Contact the to report nursing home care fraud.





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10/22/2026

TAKING PLACE TODAY.

Connecting People. Strengthening Communities. The future of Fort Wayne is moving. Be part of the conversation.

10/22/2026

Join us for an open and supportive conversation about wellness, trauma, and Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs). This session will cover different types of abuse, common warning signs, and trauma experiences that can be unique within the Deaf community. Participants are invited to learn, reflect, and connect in a safe space.

Date: November 23, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: Allen County Public Library – Main Branch
900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne, IN 46802

ASL interpreters will be provided.

Transportation Assistance:
Call or text 260‑222‑5132

RSVP by November 19, 2026:
Text 260‑222‑5132 or email [email protected]

Hosted by DeafLink , a division of The League.

10/21/2026

Join the Rally for Community Living hosted by the Indiana Disability Alliance!

Tuesday, November 17, 2026
11:00 AM-12:30 PM ET
Indiana Statehouse

People with disabilities have the right to live in their communities with the supports they need. Let’s show Indiana lawmakers the importance of protecting home and community-based services and preventing unnecessary institutionalization.

🔗 Register to Learn More & Request Accommodation: https://form.jotform.com/262365208861157

Image Description: Flyer for a Rally to Protect Community Living on November 17, 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM ET, at the Indiana Statehouse. The graphic includes protest signs supporting HCBS and community living, and the link IndianaDisabilityAlliance.org.