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The Understanding Magazine has been INCIGHT’s most powerful platform for sharing stories that inspire and connect. We’re thrilled to present The Understanding Digital — your online INCIGHT resource of positive disability perspectives.


A Caregiver & His Client Go on a Road Trip: the fundamentals of caring
Available for streaming on Netflix, Rob Burnett’s 2016 dramedy The Fundamentals of Caring stars Craig Roberts as snarky and foul-mouthed...


Don't Trust Yourself
“No te confíes.” My friend Omar’s mother urges me as we approach a particularly bumpy section of the sidewalk. “Don’t trust yourself.” In...


The I'mPossible Girl
At INCIGHT, we are lucky to share office space with the Hood to Coast team; we get to hear a lot of inspirational stories about...


From "Living in a Van" to "VIP": Kevin Glenn's Vocational Rehab Experience
When Kevin Glenn went to his local Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) office in 2011, his life was in shambles, both personally and professionally.
He struggled to hold down jobs and have healthy relationships. For a few years, he didn’t have stable housing and was sleeping on friends’ couches or in a van.
“I was at rock bottom. I didn’t know what to do.” Said Kevin, who lives in the small eastern Oregon town of Enterprise.
He had no idea he was living with mental health condi


A Cut Above: Annette Mendoza Perseveres with Goodwill's Services
Pictured above, Annette Mendoza (right) with her Goodwill Job Coach, Tiffani McConnell (left) in front of JOANN Fabrics Annette Mendoza...


INCIGHT Founding Story
A journey which began over twenty years ago, the passion behind INCIGHT’s creation has been driven by a belief in the potential of people...


Access to Good Jobs for All
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month , which brings light to the work INCIGHT does all year long. From the very...


Reflecting on 20 Years
Twenty years is a milestone which can be hard to wrap your head around. Two decades packed full of successes, growth, perseverance and...


Inclusive Higher Education
Little-known and less understood, the Office of Disability Services is an integral part of providing an inclusive learning environment...


Alex Foos: Little Person, Big Impact
Quotes in this article have been edited for clarity There’s a recent Hollywood movie, The Boys In The Boat , that draws strong emotions...


Saying YES to Life: the Karen Gaffney Story
It’s a typical spring day in the Pacific Northwest, a light breeze, sun peeking through the clouds with a chance of rain. A crowd begins...


I Am
"I AM happy and blessed to start this day." This is a positive affirmation that I told myself when I woke up this morning. I will admit,...


Not Houseless Just for the Holidays
Imagine that you’re living in your car, on the street or in a shelter. You’re focused on survival, getting your basic needs met. Once...


Coaching to Victory
I have the pleasure of being an Employment Specialist for INCIGHT. One of my responsibilities is to help, mentor and encourage job...


Five Ways to Stick with Your Goals
Some say that each day is a new start. A lot of the time, people set plans to achieve a goal they have, but forget to follow through.
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