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Greater Morris Area Walk Now for Autism Speaks is Moving
Annual Greater Morris Area Walk Now for Autism Speaks will raise awareness and funds for Autism Advocacy, Research, and Services on Saturday, October 17th, 2015 at Giralda Farms in Madison. - July 11, 2015 - Autism Speaks, New Jersey Chapter
Americans with Disabilities Act Continues to Open Doors for Disabled Travelers
As we approach the twenty-fifth anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), this landmark legislation continues to open up doors for disabled travelers. Not only do chain hotels offer good wheelchair access, but smaller properties, or properties that are exempt from the regulations are now stepping up to the plate. - July 08, 2015 - C&C Creative Concepts
Noah’s Park and Playgrounds Installing Brand New Custom Playground at Hennessey Elementary School
Hennessey Public Schools working with Edmond-based playground company, Noah's Park & Playgrounds to install new custom play structure at Hennessey Elementary School this week. - June 30, 2015 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Macular Degeneration Foundation Sparks Innovation Using Indoor GPS to Aid Blind
The Macular Degeneration Foundation (MDF), the nation’s oldest and most respected patient support and research promotion organization heralded the success of its first deployment of a groundbreaking indoor GPS system that helps blind and severely visually impaired people navigate conventions... - June 18, 2015 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
Gatewave Radio Moves to Brooklyn; Helen Keller Services Hosts New Headquarters of Radio Reading Service for the Blind
Helen Keller Services (HKS) in downtown Brooklyn has just opened its doors to host the new headquarters of Gatewave, New York City’s only radio reading service for the blind. The move was announced today by Thomas J. Edwards, President & CEO of HKS. “Gatewave was a natural fit,” said Mr. Edwards, “as their mission complements ours in serving those who are blind or have low vision.” - June 17, 2015 - National Minority Business Council
Noah’s Park and Playgrounds Chosen to Design and Install Six New ADA Accessible Playgrounds for Edmond Public Schools
Noah’s Park & Playground has been working with Edmond Public Schools to make more elementary schools ADA compliant by providing ADA accessible playground structures and accessible independent play equipment to six of the seventeen Edmond elementary schools in the summer of 2015. - June 16, 2015 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
UC Riverside Student Faces Physical and Emotional Challenges Head-on
Young woman prepares for 21st surgery for Treacher Collins Syndrome. - June 11, 2015 - Look At Us Alliance
Enable America Teams with EDM Americas to Support Military at 4USTroops Golf Tournament
For the fourth consecutive year Enable America is helping support wounded warriors through a partnership with the EDM4USTroops Charity Golf Tournament, to be held Monday, June 8, at the Prestonwood Country Club in Cary, NC. More than 225 golfers will participate, including many military... - June 04, 2015 - Enable America
Pamela J. Martin Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Pamela J. Martin of Statesville, North Carolina has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of healthcare. About Pamela J. Martin Ms. Martin has over 4 years experience in the healthcare field. She is... - May 29, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
MD Support’s LowViz Guide Offers Gift of Sight
For four days, Bill DeMaio could see through walls. And that’s really saying something, considering that he has no eyesight. Until May 10, 2015, Bill could find his way around an unfamiliar building only by either asking people for directions or hoping to find Braille signs. But then, on the... - May 21, 2015 - Macular Degeneration Foundation
DISH and Reworx Recycling Program Surpasses 3 Million Pound Milestone; Partnership Saves Energy While Creating Jobs for People with Disabilities
In just two years, Reworx has recycled over 3 million pounds of obsolete electronics no longer used by DISH and its subscribers, keeping hazardous materials out of landfills and creating jobs for people with disabilities and other barriers to employment. The relationship between the satellite... - May 13, 2015 - Nobis Works
Celebrities and Athletes "Reach Up" for New Special Olympics World Games Donation Program
Greg Louganis, Meryl Davis, Lauren Potter and East Los High Cast Support Coca-Cola and Ralphs Grocery Campaign to Raise Funds for LA2015. - May 07, 2015 - Coca-Cola
Sophie’s Gallery Announces Open Call Art Submission for 2015 Bountiful Art Show
The annual juried art show will be held August 7-31, 2015 with a reception on opening night. - May 03, 2015 - St. Madeleine Sophie's Center
VASTEC Announces Fully Dedicated Accessibility Team, Furthering Commitment to Section 508 Compliance Services
VASTEC, a leading provider of scanning and digitization services to government and industry, is proud to announce it is one of a few companies in the industry with a team fully dedicated to providing accessibility and Section 508 services. Included is a staff of individuals with disabilities who... - April 27, 2015 - VASTEC
Veteran-Friendly Business Launches Revolutionary New Bed Bug Product
Along with launching this innovative yet safe product, founder Rick Mladek is committed to hiring disabled Veterans also known as Wounded Warriors. Thermal Safe, Inc. recently announced the launch of their innovative new bed bug product, designed to safely and effectively prevent an infestation of... - April 24, 2015 - Thermal Safe, Inc.
Options Imagined Presents: Rockin Camp Warren 2015. Music, Sun and Fun to Raise Money for Persons with Developmental Disabilities. Sat. 6/27 from 11:30am to 2:30pm.
Visitors will enjoy a park like setting while listening to fantastic live music, enjoy a dip in the pool, get your face painted, enjoy your picnic basket or just relax on your lawn chair. Free prize giveaways. - April 22, 2015 - Options Imagined A NJ Nonprofit Corporation
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds Bringing New Fully ADA Accessible Playground Structure and Equipment to the Historic Centennial Park
Noah's Park and Playgrounds will install a brand new playground, swing set, independent play equipment, safety surfacing, border timbers and an ADA access ramp to the Centennial Park next to the Simmons Center in Duncan, Oklahoma. - April 21, 2015 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Designer Bag Bingo to Benefit Sensory-Impaired Children Going to Summer Camp
Children who are affected by sensory impairments often miss this experience of summer camp due to the overwhelming cost of providing for their communication and mobility needs. A local non-profit, Help Henry See and Hear wants to change that. To raise the money for the scholarship program Help Henry See and Hear is hosting its first Annual Designer Bag Bingo and Basket Raffle on May 8, 2015 at the Westampton Crescent Shrine in Westampton, NJ. - April 17, 2015 - Accessing Independence - HHSH
South Beach Triathlon Participant to Use State-of-the-Art Technology During the Competion While Raising Funds and Awareness for St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital
Thomas G. Abraham, an emeritus board member of St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, following in his father’s footsteps who was an original founding member of the hospital, has organized a team of 18 athletes competing in the South Beach Triathlon on Sunday April 19th. Abraham and his team, who have raised thousands in sponsorship money for the iAM St. Jude Heroes Team, has a secret weapon that he hopes will not only assist with his performance, but should also attract attention. - April 15, 2015 - Anthony R. Abraham Foundation
Turning Tragedy Into Inspiration During Easter
A doctor shares his story on Easter, the most significant Christian holiday, of the incident that changed his life forever and showed him God’s power and grace. - April 03, 2015 - The Gift Is You
Effort to Help Veterans and Provide Work for Americans with Wrist Watches Assembled in the USA
Minuteman Watch Co would like to announce some exciting news about their new crowd-funding effort to raise funds for charity via the sale of watches assembled in the USA. - March 28, 2015 - Minuteman
St. Columba to Host Camp Able
St. Columba Episcopal Center to Host “Camp Able.” Unique Camp Will Serve Differently-Abled Youth. St. Columba Episcopal Conference and Retreat Center announced today that it will host Camp Able, a nationally known camp for children with mental and physical disabilities, from June 14... - March 27, 2015 - St. Columba Episcopal Conference & Retreat Center
Center for Independent Living of Broward Announces Leadership CILB Class IV
The Center for Independent Living of Broward (CILB) welcomes the newest members of Leadership CILB. On Thursday, February 19, the Leadership CILB program held the opening retreat for Class IV and welcomed six new members to the Leadership CILB family: Guillermo Baena, Lisa Doering, Matthew Dyer,... - March 05, 2015 - Kapela Leadership Solutions
A New Portal for Creating Visual Support for Children with Special Needs
In late 2014, Smarty Symbols, a Dallas-based company, released its website to the public which allows teachers, parents and therapists to access over thirteen thousand images, download them or create visual support materials directly on the portal. - March 01, 2015 - Smarty Symbols
Stephen Hawking Captures the Universe with Customized Celestron Telescope
The acclaimed theoretical physicist views celestial objects with a Celestron CPC Deluxe 1100HD telescope. - February 24, 2015 - Celestron
Amy Vaughan Announces Release of "Positively Sensory!"
Amy Vaughan has released her first book, "Positively Sensory! A Guide to Help Your Child Develop Positive Approaches to Learning and Cope with Sensory Processing Difficulty," currently available online at Amazon.com and other booksellers. New guide for parents, professionals and teachers integrates Learning Strengths Profile assessment tool. - February 24, 2015 - Scribble Media, LLC
ABB Supports Employment of Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities Through Partnership with Enable America
Enable America, the nation’s first nonprofit solely committed to improving employment opportunities for veterans and people with disabilities, is proud to announce that ABB is joining as a corporate partner and will participate in Enable America events and activities that promote diversity in... - February 22, 2015 - Enable America
Nancy S. Bauser Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Nancy S. Bauser of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the fields of life coaching and disability life coaching. About Nancy S. Bauser Ms. Bauser has over 43 years experience... - January 22, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Enable America Chairman Richard Salem Calls for Increased Vision Screening
Enable America founder and chairman Richard Salem called for increased efforts to detect vision loss at the 2015 Person of Vision Dinner to honor Jeff and Penny Vinik. Sponsored by Prevent Blindness Florida, the award was presented to the Viniks January 8 at Tampa’s Waterside Marriott... - January 10, 2015 - Enable America
A Rescued Dog from the Streets Helps a High School Senior with Type 1 Diabetes Gain Her Independence
Amy & Juniper are inseparable. Amy is a high school senior from Pekin IL, with Type 1 diabetes. Juniper, is a dog, a husky mix found on the streets of Indianapolis. Together they go to school, to show choir rehearsals and to doctors appointments. This unlikely service dog has been trained to detect changes in Amy's glucose levels. She'll make sure that Amy is safe as she transitions from home to college. Without Juniper, Amy would have to stay home where mom can check on her at night. - January 09, 2015 - Medical Mutts
Brain Injured Woman Travels Across the USA in Search of Resilience
Award-winning author and coach Dr. Jennifer Leigh was at the top of her game in 2010. Then adversity struck: she sustained a brain injury from a medication prescribed by her doctor. She blogged about her ordeal, becoming a beacon of hope for thousands around the world suffering from the same brain... - December 19, 2014 - Dr. Jennifer Leigh
Tragedy to Triumph: Triumph Foundation Brings Hope & Resources to Paralyzed This Holiday Season
Triumph Foundation visits Southern California hospitals to bring people who have recently become paralyzed Care Baskets full of resources, have a Christmas party, and deliver a message of hope for life after spinal cord injury. - November 26, 2014 - Triumph Foundation
WeInterpret.net Will be Offering Pro-Bono ASL Interpreting Services for Santa Claus at Francis Scott Key (FSK) Mall in Frederick County, Maryland
WeInterpret.net will be offering pro-bono ASL interpreting services for Santa Claus at Francis Scott Key (FSK) Mall in Frederick County, Maryland. Every year during the holiday season, FSK Mall hosts Santa Claus for children to take pictures with and tell their holiday wishes to. In order to extend this activity to all children, WeInterpret.net will be providing an interpreter enabling any interested Deaf/Hard of Hearing children and/or families to communicate their wishes to Santa. - November 26, 2014 - WeInterpret.net
Center for Independent Living of Broward Opens Up Leadership Program in Broward County
The Center for Independent Living of Broward (CILB) is accepting applications for the 2015 Leadership CILB program to offer a special leadership opportunity for individuals with disabilities. As the first leadership program of its kind, nationwide, Leadership CILB sets out to create future... - November 26, 2014 - Kapela Leadership Solutions
Free Wheelchair Mission's Gift Challenge Exceeds 10,000 Wheelchair Goal
Free Wheelchair Mission is an Irvine, CA-based nonprofit that provides the transforming gift of mobility to people with disabilities living in impoverished areas in developing nations. FWM is proud to announce that through the generosity of their donors the x2 Gift Challenge campaign funded 16,000... - November 25, 2014 - Free Wheelchair Mission
YDC Design Owner Writes Book to Focus on Living with Invisible Disabilities
This book is a collection of essays written about Mrs. Yvonne Decelis' life with a focus on invisible disabilities like Multiple Sclerosis and Fibromyalgia. Now available on Amazon for the Kindle and in paperback form. - Yvonne Decelis is the owner of YDC Design; a not-for-profit business Mrs. Decelis founded to counsel others with invisible ailments - November 11, 2014 - YDC Design
NMBC CEO Elected President of Gatewave Radio Board of Directors
CEO of National Minority Business Council (NMBC), John F. Robinson, has been elected as President of Gatewave Radio Board of Directors. - November 07, 2014 - National Minority Business Council
Goodman Beck Publishing Releases NAMI President's Third Mental Health Advocacy Novel
The Chocolate Debacle expertly addresses the societal effects of mental illness. - November 06, 2014 - Goodman Beck Publishing
Decatur, Georgia to Host The 2014 RISE Awards
Tickets are available now for individuals and groups planning to attend the awards gala. To reserve, visit http://www.theriseawards.com - October 13, 2014 - eMediaCampaigns!
New Book, "Confessions of the Miner's Canary" is currently Available in Both Kindle eBook and POD Format, via Amazon.com
New Author, Allan White has written and self published a memoir, entitled "Confessions of the Miner's Canary." Written in accordance with the social model of disability, this book chronicles the author's adult life struggles, integrating into society, given his learning disability and psycho-motor impairments. Using a combination of memoir and reflective scholarship, Mr. White highlights multiple barriers he encountered, with the aim of promoting discussion on relevant social reforms. - October 13, 2014 - Allan White
Run for Autism, Run for Your Life 2nd Annual Special Olympics-NY rUNDEAD 5k Hosted by Anderson Center
What has hundreds of legs, moans and drools, and raises money for autism? It’s the Special Olympics-New York Second Annual rUNDEAD 5k, hosted by Anderson Center for Autism. Saturday, October 25th on the Anderson Center campus located at 4885 Route 9 in Staatsburg, run as a zombie or run as... - October 03, 2014 - Anderson Center for Autism
Paralympic Gold Medalist Hosts 2nd Annual Black Tie & Sneaker Casino Night Charity Event
April Holmes Foundation, Inc., a 501(c) 3, non-profit, tax-exempt organization, committed to enhancing the life experiences of those living with physical and learning disabilities is hosting its 2nd Annual Black Tie & Sneaker Casino Night Charity Event at the Adventure Aquarium on the waterfront of Camden, NJ, October 10, 2014. - October 01, 2014 - April Holmes Foundation, Inc.
Developmental Disability Employment Incentives Spreading Across the Nation: Good Reasons™ and Delaware-Based Organization Share Model and Mission
Good Reasons™, a new social enterprise and dog treat line launched by Westchester-based provider of social services Community Based Services, Inc. (CBS), is on a new mission. While their internal mission of providing an integrated workforce and employment for people with autism and other... - October 01, 2014 - Good Reasons
Scooter Vacations Announces New Model Fantasy for Scooter Rental in Orlando with Over a 500 Lbs. Capacity
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, announces their newest luxury Orlando scooter rental model, the Fantasy, which handles over 500 lbs. weight capacity and enough battery power to last a full 12-15 hour day. It can be used by visitors staying at any area resort that has wheelchair transportation including Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando Resorts. It fits on monorails, boats and buses. - September 25, 2014 - Scooter Vacations
New eBook "Confessions of the Miner's Canary" Out October 1, 2014
Washington author Allan White has recently self published his self described “politically loaded memoir” entitled; "Confessions of the Miner’s Canary," available in both ebook format. The ebook will be available, October 1st, through the following popular e book retailers; Amazon Kindle, B&N Nook, ibooks, Kobo, Android, and others. - September 25, 2014 - Allan White
Disability Awareness Can Get People Jobs
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Employment Options, Inc, (MyEmploymentOptions) a certified Employment Network, is hosting a free, national Online Job Fair on Oct 8th to connect national employers, who have Work at Home and/or Onsite jobs, to nationwide job seekers. Free to both employers and job seekers nationwide. - September 19, 2014 - Employment Options, Inc
Successfully Crowdfunded Blind Accessible Audio Game, Grail to the Thief, Now Available for Download
For All To Play today announced the launch of Grail to the Thief, an interactive audio adventure for Windows, Mac, and Linux that can be played using only sound, without the need for visuals. Grail to the Thief was successfully crowdfunded through Kickstarter on May 4, 2014. Grail to the Thief can be purchased at www.foralltoplay.com as a DRM-free download for Windows, Mac, and Linux, with the mobile versions planned for release in late 2014. - September 10, 2014 - For All To Play
WRITECOVERY Creates Ambassador Program to Acknowledge Those Who Support a Mission of Recovery
WRITECOVERY, Inc. has created an ambassador program designed to acknowledge those who support a mission of recovery for those with personal challenges - September 09, 2014 - WRITECOVERY, INC.
Spectrum Resource Committee Announces Plans for the 2nd Annual Resource Fair and Conference
The Spectrum Resource Committee (SRC) of Brevard County, Florida has announced the date and location of the 2nd Annual “Beyond the Spectrum” Autism Conference and Resource Fair. May 9, 2015 11am-4pm Melbourne Auditorium Melbourne, Florida Last year’s conference featured 16 guest... - September 09, 2014 - Spectrum Resource Committee
Sustainable Environmental Education Kickstarts Campaign to Grow Funds for New Program
Sustainable Environmental Education (SEE), a 501(c)(3) organization, has launched its first 60-day campaign on Indiegogo.com as part of its fundraising plan of raising $10,000 to launch its newest program - SEE My Garden Grow - in an effort to provide support and self-esteem for adults with... - September 07, 2014 - sustainable environmental education