Cafe Crip: Anti-Capitalism
Cafe Crip is a monthly gathering to talk about important topics within our disability communities. This month’s theme is Anti-Capitalism in Practice. In Disability Justice, we talk about having an Anti-Capitalist politic – and we all want that. But how do we do it when we are living in capitalism-forced poverty and fighting constant oppression? […]
Accessible Strength and Mobility
Whether you’re reclining, sitting, or standing, Dr. Marcia’s all-level strength and mobility class is for you! Dr. Marcia is a physical therapist, founder of Disabled Girls Who Lift podcast and community, and author of “Movement for Everybody.” No equipment necessary, but if you have bands, weights, or household objects, we can add those in. Make […]
Cafe Crip: Pets and Animals
Cafe Crip is a monthly gathering to talk about important topics within our disability communities. Our May session will discuss the beauty and complexity of our relationships with pets and animals. Animals can offer pure love, complete acceptance, safety, and no-strings-attached support. Regardless of their joys though–it’s hard work to train, care for, and afford […]
Chronic Pain Care Circle
There is so much beauty and joy in disability – and there can also be so much pain. It’s hard work to get through flares and manage the daily levels – it feels impossible in a culture that doesn’t acknowledge our reality. Our facilitator, LOTUS BOY, will guide our second Chronic Pain Care Circle. We’ll focus […]
My Home is Someone’s Workplace: Domestic Employer Workshop
Together with Hand in Hand, we are offering a workshop with guidance for people who employ or plan to employ home care attendants. Participants will learn how to build respectful care relationships by understanding legal obligations, creating work agreements, and ensuring fair pay practices. You’ll leave with sample contracts, timesheet templates, communication strategies, and more! […]
Cafe Crip: Challenging Professionalism
Cafe Crip is a monthly gathering to talk about important topics within our disability communities. This month’s theme is Challenging Professionalism. To earn a living, Professionalism (ableism rebranded) often forces us to squeeze our bodies and minds into tight suits and tiny boxes. Let’s talk about that. Are there ways to subvert these oppressive standards? […]
Accessible Strength and Mobility
Whether you’re reclining, sitting, or standing, Dr. Marcia’s all-level strength and mobility class is for you! Dr. Marcia is a physical therapist, founder of the Disabled Girls Who Lift podcast and community, and author of Movement for Everybody. No equipment is necessary, but if you have bands, weights, or household objects, we can add those […]
Body Mind Centering Practices with Regan Brashear
Somatic practices support us in living with awareness, purpose, and vision. In somatics, our concept of “self” includes the body, mind, moods, emotions, internal narratives, and how we relate to others, including landscape and spirit. Somatic coach, Regan Brashear, will guide us through gentle movements (done from any body position), breathing, and embodied imagination. With […]
Together Time: Rage and Grief Edition
We’ve been channeling our rage and managing our grief. It’s what this chaotic and frightening year has demanded. While we honor all the coping mechanisms and survival strategies that get us through, sometimes we gotta let it out to be free. Come share your rage and grief in an open and supportive community. No feeling […]
Care Work: Domestic Labor and Liberation
Presented with Hand in Hand, this panel explores the complex reality of care relationships shaped by histories of racism, ableism, and exploitation. We’ll examine what power and equity can look like in relationships of care, acknowledging that care isn’t charity and survival isn’t enough. At this crucial intersection where disability justice meets domestic worker rights, […]