The housing affordability crisis continues to impact communities across the country and it is our job, as disability housing advocates, to stay informed, engaged and ready to spring into action when needed. There are key terms used in the housing industry that are essential for any disability advocate to learn and understand. Read about these terms, their meaning in housing and why this content is mandatory for anyone fighting for disability-forward housing.

Many people believe in stereotypes and misguided myths about people with disabilities generally, not to mention their housing needs. We seek to bust these myths by unpacking, deconstructing then educating about the truth behind disability housing. Replace the stereotypes and misconceptions with facts about the realities faced by people with disabilities in housing.