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

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

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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.

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7 days ago

Are you in need of assistance around your home due to a disability? We have advocates that can help with resources and help you navigate the steps to obtain Personal Care Attendant Services. Call CORD 508-775-8300. ... See MoreSee Less

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7 days ago

Have you been wrongfully terminated due to your disability? CORD can help!CORD advocates can help you navigate the process of filing a claim with the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination.Call us today at (508) 775-8300 to learn more. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

Tonight is your last chance to be part of the John C Manoog III Match Challenge! Any donations made to CORD tonight will be matched by local attorney John C. Manoog III up to $10,000! Double the impact of your donation! All money stays right here on the Cape and Islands helping CORD help our community. Donate at the link now!Thank you! ... See MoreSee Less

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Submit your donation to CORD. For every dollar you donate the Law Offices of John C. Manoog will match and donate to CORD. Thank you for your support! (Please ignore the quantity box)

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2 weeks ago

Do you need housing? Not sure where to start? Join CORD for our FREE housing 101 workshop and to get help with applications. Held the second Wednesday of each month from 2:00 - 3:30 at 765 Attucks Lane in Hyannis. RSVP requested at 508-775-8300. Forgot to RSVP? Come anyway. We'll make room for you.Please let us know 2 weeks in advance if you need communication access and please do not wear scented products. CORD is a scent-free environment. Thank you. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

Happy new year from CORD's WRAP - Work Readiness and Preparation program! Classes start on Monday. Go to www.cordcapecod.org to see the schedule or call us at 508-775-8300. Different classes are held each month. Students in high school or college between the ages of 14 and 21 who have any disability can attend. Enrollment is on an ongoing basis and YOU get to choose whch classes to take. That's right, you don't have to take them all. It's up to you. So don't wait! Is transportation an issue? No problem. The Lawrence-Lynch Corp. Foundation for Charitable Giving of The Cape Cod Foundation has generously provided support so that transportation is not a barrier to participate in this program.Contact CORD now. 508-775-8300 or go to www.cordcapecod.org!Please note that CORD is a scent-free organization. Please don't wear scented products. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

Do you have a disability? Are you unable to work? Call CORD and we can talk to you about your options regarding social security. 508-775-8300 or go to our website to send us a message at www.cordcapecod.org. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

Hi, Cathy Taylor from CORD here. Time is running out on the John C Manoog III match challenge. John Manoog is a local lawyer who has pledged to match donations made to CORD, but the challenge is coming to an end. All donations must be in by Wednesday, January 8th to be matched.Your $50 becomes $100. A $100 donation becomes $200. No amount is too small. It gets doubled by John Manoog! Please donate what you can. Your money stays right here on the Cape & Islands helping CORD help our neighbors with disabilities and our local community.It’s easy to donate. Go to www.cordcapecod.org and click on the John C Manoog III Challenge at the top of the page. Then scroll down and click on the link to donate. When you get to the point of paying, you will need to click on the PayPal button, but no worries if you don’t use PayPal. Once you click that button, you can enter your credit card info.Want to donate by check? No worries. Bring it to CORD at 765 Attucks Lane in Hyannis. We need to receive it by Wednesday, January 8th.So please donate today and double your donation.Thank you for your support and thank you to John C. Manoog III. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

YES, I CAN PARK HERE! NOT ALL DISABILITIES ARE VISIBLE!For more information on what your rights are as a person with a disability, contact CORD AT 508-775-8300 OR on our website www.cordcapecod.org. ... 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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