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Burton Blatt Institute Wins Two National Grants Totaling $4.5 Million

October 9, 2026

The Burton Blatt Institute (BBI) has been awarded two competitive grants from the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living and Rehabilitation Research, part of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Together, the awards total $4. 5 million over three years and will bring a significant infusion of new research, education and outreach activity to BBI and the University…

The Lion’s Den – A Blog by Leo True-Frost: Supported Decision-Making

July 1, 2026

I am writing to share my experience with Supported Decision-Making New York (SDMNY) and my journey toward independent decision-making as I beginn to make plans and create pathways. Working with Associate Director Joan Cornachio, I identified support needs across work, relationships, healthcare, and finances, and assembled a team of 15 family members and friends to…

Peter Blanck met with USC Professor Elyn Saks and Rayshell Chambers, CEO of Painted Brain

June 21, 2026

What does it mean to live a full and meaningful life while managing serious mental illness? In this powerful and deeply personal talk, Elyn Saks shares her experience living with schizophrenia and challenges the myths and stigma that too often surround mental health conditions. Her message is one of hope, dignity, and the importance of…

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Research, education, and outreach advancing the civic, social, and economic participation of people with disabilities

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Disability Employment Policy RRTC

Southeast ADA Center

The Future of Employment for People with Disabilities ARRT

Psychiatric Advance Directives (PADs) Innovation Project

Burton Blatt Institute Wins Two National Grants Totaling $4.5 Million

The Lion’s Den – A Blog by Leo True-Frost: Supported Decision-Making

Peter Blanck met with USC Professor Elyn Saks and Rayshell Chambers, CEO of Painted Brain