Why We Celebrate Disability Pride Month in July
2024 marks the 24th anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act, a landmark piece of legislation that broke the barriers and opened the world to Americans with
Best of Las Vegas: Award-winning Programs for People with Special Needs
We’re honored to have won Gold in a contest with 9.9 million voters behind it — the Best of Las Vegas 2023 for programs that serve people with special needs.
Everyone Wins With Disability Inclusion (and how you can help)
Opportunity Village works tirelessly to provide opportunities, training, and resources to adults with disabilities. Since 1954, OV has shown true dedication to inclusion by providing disability resources that empower and
7 Things You May Not Know About Autism
Autism spectrum disorders are diverse, they’re complex, and they can be vastly different from person to person. For families, caregivers, and people with autism, learning some facts about autism can
What is the Difference Between Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities?
While intellectual disabilities may be developmental disabilities, not all developmental disabilities are intellectual disabilities. Learning the difference between an intellectual and developmental disability can help caregivers and families better understand
Best of Las Vegas: Award-Winning Workforce Development Program
Which Workforce Development program was named voted silver in Best of Las Vegas for 2023? You guessed correctly - it was Opportunity Village's! We’re honored to have won silver in
7 Things You May Not Know About Down Syndrome
Down syndrome is the most common chromosomal condition, but many myths remain. This article shares 7 Down syndrome facts you may not know — from what causes it to advances
Best of Las Vegas: Opportunity Village at 70
Guess who was named Best Nonprofit in Las Vegas for 2024? That's right — it's us! We’re honored to have won the top spot in a contest with 9.9
11 Tips For Maintaining Caregiver Wellness
Caregivers have such an important role in society, and they make a true difference in the world around them every day. While rewarding, caregiving is incredibly hard work, and it’s
6 ADHD Coping Strategies for Adults
According to Dr. Russell Ramsay in Psychology Today, adult ADHD is an experience of being near-constantly misunderstood. It makes small tasks feel insurmountable, it comes with feelings of guilt, and
