Living with Disabilities on the Cape

Luan was getting into trouble, struggling with ADHD and scared about his future. We put him back on track.

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Preparing Youth with Disabilities for Life

Julian wanted to find a job. Walter mentored him to develop the necessary skills he needed to become employed.

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Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled Youth Services

Learn More About CORD

Advancing independent living and the rights of people with disabilities on Cape Cod and the Islands.

About CORD

Who We Are

Helping the community since 1984, Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled (CORD) is a non-profit organization that advances independent living and the rights of people with disabilities on Cape Cod and the Islands in Massachusetts.

Need help with independent living?

IL Program

Do you have a disability and don’t know where to start?

CORD Services

Need support for your child with a disability?

Youth Services

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6 days ago

CORD is hiring. Check out our Independent Living Advocate position on INDEED or our website. www.Cordcapecod.org ... See MoreSee Less

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6 days ago

Did you know CORD has a weekly Volunteer time? RSVP to join us by calling CORD 508-775-8300 to learn more and sign up for our volunteer list! Unable to attend? That's okay! Contact CORD and work with our volunteer coordinator to schedule times that work best for you! ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

Thank you to @softasagrapeofficial for their donation! If you are interested in sponsoring, donations, attending, or volunteering at CORD's December Music Bingo Fundraiser please contact CORD at 508-775-8300 or cordinfo@cilcapecod.org #CORDadvocacyinaction #CORDMusicBingoFundraiser ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

Cathy Taylor from CORD here. Are you tired of doing the same thing day after day? Would you like a job where you can make a real difference in people's lives while doing different things each day? Well, I have news for you.CORD has an open position in our Independent Living program. In this position, you will be working with people with disabilities on a variety of issues, you'll help people find housing, obtain assistive technology, get benefits, fight discrimination and more. Not only that, you'll be out in the community. You'll be meeting with people, attending meetings, giving workshops, educating the community, providing technical assistance.It's really a great job with so many different things to it. So if you're interested in this, if this sounds like the life for you, you should check out our website www.cordcapecod.org.But that's not it. There's actually more. Not only will you be doing all the things I talked about, you will be working with the best team of people, the most dedicated, passionate people I have ever met. They're very supportive of each other.I'm telling you, this is the best place to work. So again, www.cordcapecod.org check out our open position and apply now. ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

2 weeks ago

Happy International Day of Charity! There are a few ways you can help support CORD! Please call 508-775-8300 or email us at cordinfo@cilcapecod.org to learn more or join our volunteer list! ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

3 weeks ago

Hi folks! Jessica here, the IL program manager with Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled. Are you looking for an amazing career opportunity where you can positively impact the lives of people living with disabilities? Would you like to work with an organization that’s been voted the last two years one of the Cape’s 40 best places to work? You’re in luck! CORD has an open independent living advocate position that’s full time, Monday through Friday. So, if you’d like to work with a team that’s amazing, compassionate, supportive, and love what they do, find us on indeed. You can also visit our website at www.cordcapecod.org. We hope to hear from you! ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

3 weeks ago

CORD is seeking volunteers! Help give back to the community and support an amazing Cape Cod organization! If you are interested please contact CORD at 508-775-8300! If you are interesting in assisting our reception area we have some immediate opportunities! ... See MoreSee Less

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3 weeks ago

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1 month ago

I have the privilege of working with amazing people at CORD. Our staff cares about helping people. Not everyone gets to say that. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 month ago

Hey folks, this is your CORD Independent Living Advocate, Alexa, and I am with Diane Jansen, Nancy Spiegelman, and we are working on housing applications here. So For more information or assistance on housing applications, you can contact us directly at 508-775-8300 or visit on the web at www.cordcapecod.org. Thank you so much folks.Diane & Nancy: “Bye bye.” “Love you.” ... See MoreSee Less

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By becoming a member of CORD, you are supporting your neighbors with disabilities in communities across the Cape and the Islands. Help us continue to provide services to those who need it the most.

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Upcoming Events

Take a look at our upcoming events. We’ll see you there!

August Work Shops! Please call CORD at 508-775-8300 to learn more

December 12th Music Bingo Fundraiser! Please see our events page for more

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