Empowering Lives Through Integrated Support — Case Management Meets Advocacy

Presented by Benita Anderson-Williams, Todae' Charles, & 
TI. Chandler, Ph.D.

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2026 NADR CONFERENCE SEssion

This session explores how disability advocacy, supportive services, and community partnerships work together to strengthen stability and improve outcomes for vulnerable individuals. Participants will learn how coordinated support across housing, healthcare, and disability systems can help people access benefits and rebuild stability in their lives.
 
Recorded on March 24, 2026 in Plano Texas
Learning Objectives

After completing this session, participants will be able to:

  • Explain how supportive services and disability advocacy work together to improve stability for vulnerable populations.
  • Identify common barriers individuals face when accessing disability benefits and community resources.
  • Recognize the importance of partnerships between disability advocates, housing programs, healthcare providers, and community organizations.
  • Describe how coordinated support services can help individuals maintain housing, healthcare access, and long-term stability.
  • Understand the role of advocacy in addressing the broader social and mental health challenges faced by disability claimants.