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

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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.

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Extreme weather is happening more frequently than ever before. Are you prepared? Join CORD on Oct. 11th at 2:00 to find out. 765 Attucks Lane in Hyannis.RSVP now at 508-775-8300. The first 30 people to RSVP will get a free go bag gifted by the Nicholas G Xiarhos Memorial Fund and Big Nick's Ride for the Fallen, in memory of Nick and Cape Cod Fallen.This is a scent-free event. Please do not wear scented products, including perfumes, scented deoderant and clothes washed scented laundry products.Let us know by Monday, 10/7 if you need communication access.You must attend to receive the free go-bag. ... See MoreSee Less

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1 week ago

CORD thanks our generous volunteers at @lifecapecod!!!! Join in on the fun and see what projects we have in store! If you are interested in volunteering please call CORD at 508-775-8300 or email us at cordinfo@cilcapecod.org ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD is Named One of the Best Places to Work - Again!Cape and Plymouth Business Marketing named CORD as one of 2024’s best places to work. CORD CEO Coreen Brinckerhoff was not surprised and said, "We have an incredibly talented and passionate team who are dedicated to improving the lives of people with disabilities and to CORD’s mission of equal access for all.” CORD is run mainly by people with disabilities for people with disabilities. In fact, 85% of CORD’s team identify as having a disability. This isn't just a statistic for us; it's a reflection of our heart and soul. ... See MoreSee Less

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Do you have a high school or college student on an IEP, 504 plan or who has a disability? Are they ready to learn about working and finding their path to employment? Contact CORD's Work Readiness and Preparation (WRAP) program at 508-775-8300. ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD thanks generous sponsors like @firstcitizens_fcu helping us get to our goals for our December Music Bingo Fundraiser! ... See MoreSee Less

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Thank you Sam Diego's for your prize sponsorship! Join CORD December 12th for our Music Bingo and try you chance at our balloon pop raffle to win prizes donated by amazing local Cape Cod businesses like Sam Diego's! ... See MoreSee Less

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State Representative Steven Xiarhos came to CORD to deliver a donation from the Nicholas G Xiarhos Memorial Fund and Big Nick's Ride for the Fallen, in memory of Nick and Cape Cod Fallen. The donation was for purchasing emergency go-bags for CORD's upcoming emergency preparedness workshop on Oct. 11 at 2:00 at CORD's office in Hyannis. The first 30 people with disabilities to RSVP will get a free go-bag. You must be present to get the bag. RSVP now. Call 508-775-8300 (v/tty).Thank you Representative Xiarhos for your support of CORD and the disability community. ... See MoreSee Less

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2 weeks ago

Thank you to our amazing local sponsors for our upcoming CORD Music Bingo Night! @joycelandscaping we greatly appreciate your contriubtion to CORD and our consumers! ... See MoreSee Less

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Thank you to @oldkingscoffeehouse for donating some fun prizes to CORD's December Music Bingo Fundraiser! If you are interested in sponsoring, donating, or playing please contact CORD at 508-775-8300 ... 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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