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Bank of America Charitable Foundation Grants $5,000 for St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center’s Work Activity Program for Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Funds will help underwrite the cost of the Work Activity Program. - January 30, 2013 - St. Madeleine Sophie's Center
Job Site Goes National as Care & Disability Sector Defies Trend with Thousands of New Jobs
The award winning carecareers job site is about to go national as the disability and care sector defies the job market trend with thousands of new jobs. - January 26, 2013 - carecareers
Three Further Board Members Appointed to EDRIC Limb Deficiency Organisation
Board expanding in 2013 to meet needs of growing success since launch of DysNet online Network. - January 26, 2013 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Freedom Scientific Announces New Focus 80 Blue Braille Display
Freedom Scientific announced today, a new member of their popular Focus Blue line of refreshable Braille displays. The new Focus 80 Blue is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, and is now wireless for greater flexibility of use and environment. - January 12, 2013 - Freedom Scientific
Yancey Company Remodels and Builds Attractive, Stylish Handicapped Bathrooms
Yancey Company designs and constructs Americans with Disabilities Act Compliant Bathrooms that are not only functional, but stylish and modern as well. - January 03, 2013 - Yancey Company
Thalidomide Survivors from European Limb Deficiency Organisation Welcome Ten Year Funding Grant from UK Government
EDRIC, the European umbrella group founded by thalidomide survivors welcome the UK government's agreement for a decade of funding. - December 22, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Dance and Jam to Help Mike Get a Van
Recovering Quadriplegic Throws Fundraising Dance to Purchase Wheelchair Van; Friends and Family Help Mike’s Vision Begin to Materialize - December 06, 2012 - Van4Mike
Enable America Celebrates 2012 Accomplishments, Sets Sights for 2013
Enable America, the nation’s first non-profit organization solely committed to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is setting an agenda for greater achievement in 2013, to advance the accomplishments made during its anniversary celebration year in... - December 05, 2012 - Enable America
From West Point to Wall Street: Mischler Financial Group Adds Military Veteran and Former Merrill Lynch Exec to Senior Trading Desk Ranks
Institutional brokerage Mischler Financial Group (“Mischler”), the securities industry’s oldest and largest certified SDVBE (Service Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise) announced today the appointment of Timothy Greene to the role of Director, Institutional Equity Sales/Trading. - December 04, 2012 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.
European Limb Loss Day 2012: Paralympics Celebrated Athletes with Limb Difference But More Must be Done to Improve Lives of Everyone with Limb Loss
The second ELLD held within the UN International Day for Persons with Disabilities highlights difficulties faced by people with limb loss. - December 02, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Commission Announces disAbility Awareness Day Award Winner
Catherine Purple Cherry, a licensed professional architect and principal-in-charge of Purple Cherry Architects in Annapolis, who is known for her work with special needs populations, has received the 2012 disAbility Awareness Day Award. The Anne Arundel County Commission on Disability Issues... - November 30, 2012 - Purple Cherry
Charlotte Attorney to Serve as National Chair for United Cerebral Palsy Board of Trustees
Essex Richards, P.A. attorney Edward G. (“Woody”) Connette has been selected to chair the national Board of Trustees for United Cerebral Palsy (UCP). For more than 60 years, United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) has been educating, advocating and providing support services through nearly 100 affiliates to more than 176,000 people with a spectrum of disabilities through a nationwide affiliate network to ensure a “life without limits”. - November 22, 2012 - Essex Richards
Standard Textile’s Hospitality Division in Partnership with SK Textile Reveals Innovative Solution for Updating the Style of Guest Beds
CircaTM Modular Bedding System Weds Design and Functionality Standard Textile’s Hospitality Division in Partnership with SK Textile will reveal its exciting new CircaTM Modular Bedding System at the International Hotel, Motel & Restaurant Show (IH/M&RS) and the Boutique Design (BDNY)... - November 13, 2012 - Standard Textile
Wall Street Firm Steps Up to Plate on Veteran’s Day; Mischler Financial Group to Contribute November Profits to Wounded Warrior Project
Mischler Financial Group, Inc., the securities industry’s oldest and largest Service Disabled Veterans Business Enterprise, has announced that it will be contributing 10% of the firm’s November profits to the Wounded Warrior Project; the leading non-profit dedicated to creating jobs and improving the circumstances of the thousands of men and women who risked their lives and became physically disabled while serving in our country’s Armed Forces. - November 09, 2012 - Mischler Financial Group, Inc.
Enable America Congratulates Voters for Advancing the Rights of People with Disabilities
Enable America, a nonprofit working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, including disabled veterans and wounded warriors, congratulates voters for advancing the rights of people with disabilities in two 2012 election issues. “This was a historic election, with... - November 09, 2012 - Enable America
New Website and Survey Launched for European Limb Loss Day
Awareness day on 3 December 2012, aimed at improving the lives of people living with limb deficiencies. - November 09, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
College Takes Steps to Improve Access Facilities
Llandrillo College in Rhos-on-Sea, Conwy, Wales, recently spent approximately £300,000 refurbishing a block that contains new offices and a nursery for staff and students, known as the Cinmel Building. A movemanSKG Prestige platform lift means wheelchair users can reach the upper storey. The... - November 06, 2012 - movemanSKG
Inspirational New Patrons Welcomed by International Limb Difference Organisation, EDRIC
US Paralympic Skier & keynote speaker, Bonnie St John and Swedish speaker/author, Mikael Anderson confirmed as new EDRIC representatives. - November 03, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Vehicle Lifts Now Available at All American Mobility in Fredericksburg, VA
Make Mobility Convenient Vehicle Lifts have progressed tremendously since first being introduced to the market. Options range from lift platforms to turning automotive seating, which enables your vehicle’s seat to remove itself from your vehicle, pick you up, and replace itself in it’s... - November 01, 2012 - All American Mobility
Handicap Mobility Scooters and Power Wheelchairs Now Offered by All American Mobility of Fredericksburg, VA
Power Wheelchairs or Power Scooters? When beginning to look for a power wheelchair or power scooter it is easy to become overwhelmed quickly. There are many brands and styles available and if you’re shopping for a power mobility product for the first time it can be hard to tell where to... - November 01, 2012 - All American Mobility
Alpha Orthopaedics’ AT3™ System Receives CE Mark Certification, Further Prepares Alpha Orthopaedics to Enter World-Wide Markets
Alpha Orthopaedics’ innovative AT3™ System featuring RelēF Technology has received CE Mark. The FDA had previously cleared the AT3 System for commercial distribution in the U.S. RelēF Technology is used for the relief of pain associated with conditions such as tendinosis and fasciosis. This CE mark completes company’s preparation for global market launch, which included a successful completion of its pivotal trial and a side-by-side evaluation showing superiority over PRP. - October 17, 2012 - Alpha Orthopaedics, Inc.
MEGT Tasmanian Staff Shared the Glow of Limelight as It Shone on Partner, Cosmos Recreational Services Last Week
Prime Minister Julia Gillard visited Cosmos Inc with MEGT in Hobart to launch a trial of the National Disability Insurance Scheme for those with disabilities aged 15-24 years old. MEGT Institute State Manager Nicole Gayewski, said she was thrilled for Cosmos to be in a position to run the trial. - October 12, 2012 - MEGT (Australia) Ltd
Nick Vujicic's Unstoppable Available at Infibeam
Unstoppable by Nick Vujicic is all about motivating people through self-belief and belief in God's love and design for their life. The main interest of his book lies in his personal experiences and how he came to terms with his misfortunes helped by his faith in God. - October 12, 2012 - Infibeam.com
Results of Type C Guidance Meeting with Food & Drug Administration (FDA) of ZYDIS® ODT Fluoxetine in the Treatment of Repetitive Behaviors in Autism
Autism Therapeutics LLC ("Autism Therapeutics") announced today that the Type C Guidance Meeting with FDA to discuss the ZYDIS® ODT Fluoxetine / Autism program has taken place. The FDA and Autism Therapeutics discussed the completion of the Phase III development of the program... - October 09, 2012 - Autism Therapeutics LLC
Autographed Original Paper Mosaic of Peyton Manning by Renowned Sports Artist Russell Irwin for Invisible Disabilities Association Honors Banquet on October 14th
St Louis artist and IDA Ambassador, Russell Irwin creates and donates a one of a kind Peyton Manning Paper Mosaic for the Invisible Disabilities Association’s 2012 Honors Banquet. The Paper Mosaic is autographed by both Russell Irwin and by Peyton Manning. IDA is so thrilled to receive this amazing donation which is the center piece of their live auction at their 5th Annual Honors Banquet on October 14th at the Denver Marriott South in Lone Tree, Colo. Russell will be in attendance at the event. - October 05, 2012 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Denver Area Resident to Pedal 1,400 Miles to Detroit in an Effort to Raise Money, Awareness for Three Extraordinary Kids Battling Cancer, Illness
Denver business owner Marc DesRosiers has been training since December. An avid cyclist, he will leave this Sunday and muscle through approximately 100 miles/day to raise money for a nonprofit cause tagged ‘Lake Orion Loves,’ which will help three young kids from his hometown of Lake Orion, MI, fighting life threatening diseases. - October 04, 2012 - Sister Souls, Inc.
Big Tent Jobs Announces Launch of New Site DisabilityEmployment.net
In conjunction with Disability Employment Awareness Month, Big Tent Jobs is launching a new blog, DisabilityEmployment.net. - September 30, 2012 - Big Tent Jobs
Quadriplegic Artist Marcus C. Thomas Takes to the Skies
To celebrate the completion of his 25-year retrospective art book, Flight of the Mind, Marcus C. Thomas, who has been paralyzed from the neck down for 25 years, will take flight in a sailplane this Saturday in New Castle, Virginia. - September 28, 2012 - Quicksilver Writing
Senator Harkin and Congressman Young Highlight Enable America Anniversary Events
Enable America marked ten years of service to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities through a series of events in Washington D.C. this month, including a Capitol Hill reception in honor of Senator Tom Harkin and Congressman C.W. “Bill” Young. “People... - September 28, 2012 - Enable America
Beacon Day School Welcomes City of La Palma Mayor Pro Tem Steve Hwangbo to Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony
On Thursday, September 27th at 5 p.m. PT, Beacon Day School will welcome City of La Palma Mayor Pro Tem Steve Hwangbo to the school's ribbon-cutting ceremony. An open house will follow. - September 26, 2012 - Beacon Day School
Big Tent Jobs, LLC to Sponsor National Forum on Disability Issues
Big Tent Jobs, LLC will be one of the sponsors of a national event to discuss the issues related to the disabled population of Americans. - September 22, 2012 - Big Tent Jobs
Rocky Mountain ADA Center Announces Six Tips for Emergency Preparedness for Individuals with Disabilities
In Honor of National Preparedness Month, Rocky Mountain ADA Center Addresses Emergency Preparedness for Individuals with Disabilities in its Six–State Region - September 22, 2012 - Rocky Mountain ADA Center
Virtual Speech Center Releases Articulation Speech Therapy App
Virtual Speech Center Inc., a leading provider of mobile applications for speech therapy, announced today the release of Articulation Games, an iPad application for children to practice the articulation of English sounds, available for download from Apple’s iTunes app store. Articulation... - September 21, 2012 - Virtual Speech Center Inc.
Keystone Sunset Cruise a Success
On August 22, 2012, over 40 people enjoyed a sunset cruise to benefit Norwalk based Keystone House. Aboard the new 45 ft. Norwalk Seaport Association’s ferry, the guests enjoyed a narrated tour of the Norwalk Islands as well as learning more about Keystone, a Norwalk based not for profit,... - September 21, 2012 - Keystone House, Inc.
MEGT Institute Wins Industry Social Inclusion Initiative Award
On Friday 31st August, MEGT Institute won the ACPET Social Inclusion Initiative award for its Skills Potential Program. The program is a collaboration involving MEGT Institute with Cosmos Inc, Tasmanian government funding and local businesses to provide holistic education and workplace experience... - September 07, 2012 - MEGT (Australia) Ltd
PANDORA, a National Charity, Has Merged with CFS Solutions of West Michigan
The headquarters for the national NeuroEndocrineImmune patient advocacy organization, PANDORA, is now in Wyoming, Michigan, just outside of Grand Rapids. The merging of Patient Alliance for NeuroEndocrineImmune Disorders Organization for Research and Advocacy Inc. with CFS Solutions of West... - September 06, 2012 - PANDORA Org
Troy Technologies Develops Racechair Travel Bag for US Paralympian
The Torrance, California-based company created a custom travel bag to help keep a US Paralympian’s racing wheelchair safe and secure during air travel. - August 31, 2012 - Troy Technologies
Registration Now Open for Enable America Job-Site Employment Opportunities for Disabled Veterans in Washington D.C.
Joshua Cruce is a member of a growing segment of the unemployed who have sacrificed for their country. Severely wounded in a bomb blast in Iraq, he is now one of more than five million disabled American veterans. In entering the job market, he faces new challenges as the unemployment rate for... - August 30, 2012 - Enable America
UK Charity Fundraiser Appointed to the Board of International Disability Organisation, EDRIC
Charlotte Fielder, MBE, appointed to lead internet safety on the board of international Limb Difference Organisation. - August 30, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Corporate HR Volunteers Team with Enable America to Help Wounded Warriors and Disabled Veterans
Disabled veterans and wounded warriors looking for employment will get a helping hand this week from Enable America and a team of corporate human resource professionals. HR leaders from five North Carolina employers will provide job search guidance and career coaching during an Enable America... - August 22, 2012 - Enable America
Renowned British Mouth Painter, Alison Lapper, to Become Patron of European Limb Difference Organisation, EDRIC.
The renowned British mouth painter, Alison Lapper, is to become the first patron for EDRIC, (European Dysmelia Reference Information Centre) and its online arm, DysNet. - August 22, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
IT Project Manager Not Held Back by Traumatic Brain Injury
Big Tent Jobs announces another successfully placed deserving candidate with a top company in the financial services sector. - August 17, 2012 - Big Tent Jobs
Roselyn Saunders, Honorary Chair for 2012 Invisible Disabilities Association Awards Banquet Oct 14th Honoring Outstanding Individuals and Organizations in Lone Tree, CO
The Invisible Disabilities Association is overjoyed to have Roselyn Saunders join them as this year’s Honorary Banquet Chair for their 2012 Honor Awards Banquet and Auction on Sun Oct 14th in Lone Tree, Colorado. Roselyn encourages everyone to “Join the Expedition” with her at this event featuring keynote speakers, Antarctic Mike (Pierce) and his wife, Angela. 12 individuals and organizations will be honored for positively impacting the lives of people living with illness, pain and disability. - August 13, 2012 - Invisible Disabilities Association
National ADA-ACN Responds to the Tidal Wave of “Drive-By” Lawsuits in the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida
National ADA Accessibility Compliance Network, Inc., an ADA accessibility consulting company now offers its expertise and services to business and commercial property owners in the Middle and Southern Districts of Florida. - August 11, 2012 - National ADA Accessibility Compliance Network, Inc.
Big Tent Jobs, LLC to be Honored at Corp! Magazine's Salute to Diversity Awards
Big Tent Jobs, LLC is among the honorees to receive Corp! Magazine's Salute to Diversity award for their efforts in promoting diversity in the workplace. - August 08, 2012 - Big Tent Jobs
Through the Withering Storm, a Brief History of a Mental Illness
With a foreword by Dr. Brian Bishop, Psychiatrist, this book breaks new ground in giving people a window into the world of a young man afflicted by one of the most disabling and difficult mental health problems known to man, bipolar disorder, or manic depression. This candid and fearless work will change the way you look at people you once shunned. - August 03, 2012 - Leif Gregersen
NewProductHelp.com to Spearhead Marketing Efforts for Pole Lift Invention
P.A. Koscielski and Savannah C., Colorado-based inventors, have contracted South Florida invention assistance leader NewProductHelp.com to represent their Pole Lift invention to potential licensees in industry over the next 2 years. An innovative new product designed to be an essential for the... - July 22, 2012 - New Product Help, Inc.
Sage School Expands to Include Kindergarten
Private School Focusing on Language Learning Differences Expands to Include K-8. - July 12, 2012 - Sage School
Theme Parks Called on by European Limb Difference Organisations, EDRIC, Reach & Assedea, to Clarify Their Accessibility Policies for People with Limb Differences
Three limb difference non-profits in Europe are asking Disneyland and other theme parks to clarify their accessibility policies for people with limb deficiencies. - July 10, 2012 - DysNet Limb Difference Network
Innovation Direct™ Set to Represent Toilet for the Handicapped Invention to Potential Licensees
An innovative new product designed to greatly improve safety for the handicapped, the Toilet for the Handicapped, has been developed by Randy Simon of Augusta, Georgia. The invention's unique design enables its users to fulfill a daily physical necessity in a secure manner. The physically... - June 22, 2012 - Innovation Direct, Inc.