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

13 hours ago

It's less than TWO WEEKS away! CORD's Mother's Day Mini Golf Fundraiser on May 9th! Go to www.cordcapecod.org or call 508-775-8300 to buy tickets.Remember, bring your mom and she plays for FREE! ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

3 days ago

Check out Three Fins Coffee Roasters in Chatham and see how they provide access to all coffee loving customers! Thank you Three Fins for making access a priority. Is your business accessible? Let us know in the comments. We'd love to hear from you.If you want to learn how to improve access at your business, call CORD at 508-775-8300. There is no charge for CORD services. #cord #access #disability #disabilityrights #threefinscoffeeroasters ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

6 days ago

A reasonable accommodation sometimes is a change of rules, taking frequent yet shorter breaks at work, allowing water at work stations, allowing a stool or chair for a cashier, and so much more! Learn more about your rights. Call CORD at 508-775-8300. ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

7 days ago

Please enjoy some great photos from IL Education Day today. We had three students from our Youth Service Program join us along with a parent of one of our students and we had three Independent Living consumers and one parent from the IL program join us. We educated our consumers and representatives on Independent Living Legislative Priorities and our students are actually working on advocacy projects based on what they learned today to bring back to their local highschools along with help and engagement from our Senior Youth Service Coordinator, Marissa Cabido. So much was learned today and we cannot wait to see the different projects that the students will put together in their sessions with Marissa. If you are interested in learning more or participating in an activity like this, give CORD a call today at 508-775-8300. We'd be happy to help. 🙂 ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

7 days ago

CORD staff and supporters at the State House in Boston getting ready to advocate for services and rights for people with disabilities. Do you want to learn how to advocate for your rights or the rights of others? Call CORD at 508-775-8300. #disability #DisabilityAdvocacy #disabilityrights #cord ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

2 weeks ago

Road race coming up hosted by AdaptX. Free registration for people with disabilities. If you're looking for something to do that's fun and accessible, call CORD at 508-775-8300. We can help you explore your options. ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

2 weeks ago

CORD, has been creating smiles like this since 1984. Our Senior Youth Services Coordinator, Marissa Cabido had a great end of day session. Her consumer said "Let's take a picture for Facebook." Followed by a statement that we love hearing. "I love CORD." How could we not share this amazing photo? What a great ending to a wonderful warm spring day. If you want to come have fun with us, learn some self advocacy skills and build lasting relationships and connections, come visit us today at CORD, where happiness is always in bloom. 🌸🌺🌼 ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

2 weeks ago

It's that time of year again! CORD's annual Mother's Day Mini Golf Fundraiser on May 9th at Pirate's Cove at 728 Rte. 28 in South Yarmouth! Join us for a fun-filled round of mini golf from 10:30 to 2:30, rain or shine. Tickets are only $20 each ($10 for kids 10 and under) and if you bring your mom? She gets to play for free! Use the QR code to buy tickets or go to https://cordstore.company.site/ or call CORD at 508-775-8300. Don't miss out!Fun fact: Pirate's Cove has a fully accessible course - with a full 18 holes. Everyone can play at Pirate's Cove! ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

2 weeks ago

Employees with disabilities are entitled to reasonable workplace accommodations. CORD can help you understand your rights and guide you through the process of requesting accommodations from your employer. Call CORD 508-775-8300. ... See MoreSee Less

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CORD - Cape Organization for Rights of the Disabled

3 weeks ago

Guess what's coming up! CORD's Annual Mother's Day Mini Golf Fundraiser on May 9th from 10:30 to 2:30 at Pirates Cove on Route 28 in S. Yarmouth. Tickets are only $20 for anyone over 10 (lower price from last year) and kids 10 and under are only $10! Bring your mom and she plays for FREE!!!!! Plan ahead and get your tickets early (moms like planning ahead) at www.cordcapecod.org or pay at the door. Either way, get ready for a fun day with mom and CORD! ... See MoreSee Less

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Upcoming Events

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

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!

Mother’s Day Weekend Mini Golf Fundraiser! MAY 09, 2026

May 9, 2026 @ 10:30 am – 2:30 pm | Pirate's Cove Minin Golf 728 Rte. 28, S. Yarmouth, MA

It’s that time of year again! CORD’s annual Mother’s Day Mini Golf Fundraiser on May 9th at…

Mother’s Day Weekend Mini Golf Fundraiser! MAY 09, 2026

May 9, 2026 @ 10:30 am – 2:30 pm
Pirate's Cove Minin Golf 728 Rte. 28, S. Yarmouth, MA

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