The Ability to Gather: What It Really Means to Come Together
The holidays are often described as a time to gather — to come together with family, friends, and community. But for many of us, gathering looks different. It takes planning, support, and care. And sometimes, it takes a little creativity.
This season, under our theme The Ability Gathering, we’re reflecting on what it truly means to come together — especially for disabled people and caregivers. The Ability to Gather isn’t just about being in the same room. It’s about creating spaces where everyone feels welcome, included, and valued.
Gathering might look like:
Decorating with help from your circle
Finding connection online when in-person isn’t accessible
Hosting in ways that honor your energy, your needs, and your traditions
From our lens, gathering is an act of care. It’s a reflection of leadership — especially for caregivers who make celebrations possible behind the scenes. It’s a reminder that circles of support matter. And it’s a call to build new ones when existing ones fall short.
That’s why we created The Holiday Drop in our Celebration Limited-Edition Drop Zone — a collection of products designed to help people gather with intention and speak out loud. From shirts and home decor to cards, cooking aprons, coasters, and ornaments, each item carries a message. These aren’t just seasonal pieces — they’re expressions of identity, inclusion, and pride.
They say:
“You’re welcome here.”
“You’re seen.”
“You matter.”
And they invite others to listen, learn, and celebrate alongside us.
Making the holidays accessible isn’t just about physical accommodations — it’s about emotional and social inclusion. It’s about recognizing the effort it takes to show up, and honoring the many ways people gather.
How can you give the gift of gathering with us?
Choose products that speak out loud. Our Celebrations Limited Editions help you share your story, spark conversations, and welcome others in.
Create accessible spaces. Use our items to decorate, host, or connect in ways that reflect your values and needs.
Celebrate your circle. Gift something meaningful to the people who help make your holidays possible.
Join the conversation. Our YouTube series, Ability Lens, is another way to gather — a space to keep talking, sharing, and learning together.
Whether you’re gathering with family, chosen family, or a new community — we hope you’ll find warmth, understanding, and joy here. You have The Ability to Gather. And we’re so glad you’re here.
This season, give the gift of gathering — with products and stories that celebrate your way of coming together.
Because gathering, in all its forms, is a powerful act of love. And everyone deserves to be part of it.
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