Big news for the disability community. Expanded eligibility for ABLE accounts is officially taking effect in the new year, thanks to years of advocacy and hard work. These changes mean more people with disabilities can save and plan for their future without risking critical benefits.

Mat was an amazing advocate and leader. He will be missed and his legacy will live on.

We’re excited to acknowledge Phyllis Holton, our Deputy Director for Outreach for her 23 years of service at Quality Trust! 💙

Marcayla Connell is Quality Trust's Communications Associate. She is celebrating her 2nd year of service with our organization. She leads our social media across multiple platforms, manages the website, and communications of the organization, ensuring an impactful online presence and engagement.

Please join us in welcoming @morgmeneshets.bsky.social to Quality Trust as Director of Development! Morgan has a 25-plus year history of working at the intersection of policy, development, and communications.

Need help navigating disability services or concerns about safety and rights? Quality Trust is here for you. 💙

With more than 30 years of experience in disability advocacy, Christine Foster has spent 23 years making an enduring impact at Quality Trust. Since joining the organization in 2003 as an Advocate, she has grown into leadership roles including Advocacy Coordinator & now Program Services Coordinator.

At the start of National #BlackHistoryMonth, we honor trailblazers shaping justice and community. At #LACountyAD, we celebrate Black older adults and people with disabilities. Their leadership inspires inclusion and impact. Dr. MLK reminds us, “The time is always right.”

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Black History Month is a time to honor Black resilience, leadership, and liberation — including the lived experiences of Black people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

Your voice belongs at the table! The DC Council is holding a Performance Oversight Hearing for the Office on Disability Rights (ODR) and the Department on Disability Services (DDS) on Thursday, February 26—and self-advocates, families, providers, and community members are encouraged to participate.

Jimi Lethbridge celebrates 23 years of dedicated service to Quality Trust in February 2025, bringing more than three decades of experience in the developmental disabilities field.

Don't miss out on the early bird rate of $40 for our annual Better Together reception! Toast to Developmental Disabilities Month and enjoy DELICIOUS food from award-winning chef, Pepe Moncayo.

Special rate ends TONIGHT: qualitytrustforindividualswithdisabilities.networkforgood.com/events/97682....

INVITATION: Anyone who has been to Better Together will say it is not only FUN, it’s also a chance to meet, greet & mingle with people making a difference in the lives of people with developmental disabilities! qualitytrustforindividualswithdisabilities.networkforgood.com/events/97682... - #DDAM

Quality Trust is a champion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We challenge how our community sees, knows and supports people with developmental disabilities through our advocacy, monitoring and legal interventions.