Living with Functional Needs on Cape Cod and the Islands

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Founded in 1984, CORD is a nonprofit organization dedicated to strengthening dignity, opportunity, and full participation for individuals who experience functional or participation challenges or support needs. We work throughout Cape Cod and the Islands to ensure that community members have pathways to meaningful involvement, personal stability, and the tools needed to shape their own lives.

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Since 1984, CORD has worked to strengthen opportunities, equal rights, and community participation for individuals who experience functional or participation challenges or support needs. At CORD, we provide services, guidance, and mentoring that help people shape their own lives and stay connected to their communities.

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

2 days ago

Support CORD while shopping at the Stop & Shop on Attucks Lane in Hyannis. Simply buy a reusable community shopping bag during March and Stop & Shop will donate $1 to CORD. It's easy! Questions? Call CORD at 508-775-8300. ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

3 days ago

Listen to Marissa, CORD's Senior Youth Services Coordinator, talk about disability stigma in the media and how to fight it. Check out CORD's other videos on YouTube! ... See MoreSee Less

From Stigma to Strength: Supporting Youth with Disabilities in Advocacy

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Disability stigma in the media and in real life is a barrier to independence. Listen to Marissa at CORD as she discusses what it is and steps to combat it.

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

3 days ago

We have great news! CORD has been selected as a nonprofit partner in the Stop & Shop Community Bag Program! CORD will receive $1 for each $2.50 reusable Community Bag sold during the month of March 2026. If you want to support a great local cause, head on down to Stop and Shop at 425 Attucks Ln, Hyannis. ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

7 days ago

The PCA program is in danger of cuts! Join the PCA rally on March 19th in Boston. Call CORD at 508-775-8300 to learn how to join the rally or to fight for the PCA program. ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

1 week ago

Everyone wants to protect the environment. Can you imagine if you could do that AND support CORD at the same time? Well, for the month of March, you can do that! Go to the Stop & Shop located at 425 Attucks Lane in Hyannis (near the Bearses Way/Rte 132 intersection) and buy a reusable community bag for only $2.50. Stop & Shop will donate $1 for every bag purchased to CORD. What can be better? This is ONLY happening in March and ONLY at the Stop & Shop at 425 Attucks Lane in Hyannis. Thank you for your support! ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

1 week ago

Sure there's a lot of snow on the ground, but that's no excuse to block access. There are more standard parking spaces than there are accessible ones, so why plow snow into those limited amount of spaces? That makes no sense. For more information about access, call CORD at 508-775-8300. ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

2 weeks ago

Do you use a wheelchair? Are you tired of problems getting repairs? Here's your chance to speak out and make a difference. For more information, call CORD at 508-775-8300.Tired of waiting for your wheelchair to get repaired?Join us on Thursday, March 12, from 12–2 PM for a legislative briefing on two of BCIL’s priority bills focused on wheelchair repair reform in Massachusetts. Register at tinyurl.com/WcBrief26With H.4358 and S.2662 — bills that would most notably strengthen consumer protections and require providers to complete repairs within reasonable timelines — now before the House and Senate Ways and Means Committees, we’ve reached a critical moment. Wheelchair users and advocates have the opportunity to speak directly with legislators about why these bills MUST pass, and how repair delays impact every aspect of their daily lives and independence.We will meet in Hearing Room B1 at the Massachusetts State House, located directly at the accessible Bowdoin Street entrance.In-person attendance is strongly encouraged for maximum impact, but we understand that may not be possible for everyone. A Zoom option will be available when you register.Let’s make our voices heard and our presence felt. These bills cannot wait!Accessible drop-off/pick-up location:Capitol Coffee House122 Bowdoin Street, Boston, MA 02111#WheelchairRepairReform #LegislativeBriefing #MAStateHouse #DisabilityJustice #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

2 weeks ago

A landlord can’t evict you just because you have a disability, but they can evict you if you violate your lease or don’t pay rent. Learn more about your rights by calling CORD at 508-775-8300. ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

2 weeks ago

What are two things we know? Supporting CORD is a good thing to do. Supporting the environment is also a good thing to do. Imagine if you could do both at once.YOU'RE IN LUCK! During March, at the Stop & Shop at 425 Attucks Lane, Hyannis location, if you buy a reusable community bag (supporting the environment), Stop & Shop will make a donation to CORD (supporting us!) What can be easier? Thank you Stop & Shop and thank you to all who support CORD and the environment. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

CORD's office has power and we will be open on Friday, February 27th. Thank you for your patience. ... See MoreSee Less

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By becoming a member of CORD, you support community members across the Cape and the Islands who experience functional or participation challenges. Your membership helps us continue providing essential services to those who need them most.

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Upcoming Events

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July marks the anniversary of ADA Day! Check out CORD’s social media to see what events and workshops are happening!

Schools out but CORD Youth Services is in! Check out CORD’s social media to see what Summer Workshops for Students 14-26 years old are happening!

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