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Stimulus Bill is Victory for People with Disabilities
People with disabilities scored a major victory in the economic stimulus package signed by President Barack Obama. Businesses owned by people with disabilities are to be given consideration in stimulus contracts issued by the Secretary of the Treasury. The action is the result of efforts by U.S. - February 19, 2009 - Enable America
Top Disability Law Firm Addresses Importance of Follow-Through with Social Security Administration's Strategic Plan
This month, Disability Group, Inc. released an article by attorney Jason Cook, explaining the Social Security Administration's newly released Strategic Plan. Last month, the Social Security Administration released its strategic plan for the next five years. Among other things, this plan has set a... - February 13, 2009 - Disability Group, Inc.
New Wheelchair Seat Covers Celebrate Winter, Spring Holidays
Kramer Enterprises has announced the addition of 12 new wheelchair seat covers to its line to help wheelchair users celebrate the upcoming winter and spring holidays. Valentine’s Day hearts and candy adorn some of the new fabric choices, while shamrocks, pots of gold and even some Kelly green mugs of ale are featured on the St. Patrick’s Day options. Look for colorful eggs, bunnies and jellybeans on the Easter seat covers. You will even find Snoopy and Looney Tunes characters. - January 22, 2009 - Kramer Enterprises
Social Security Disability Blog Provides Information for Claimants with Lupus
Lupus is evaluated in the social security administration's impairment handbook, or blue book, though in some sense no actual and specific disability criteria has been established for the disorder. Due to the nature of the condition and the fact that it is often misdiagnosed or diagnosed late, claimants filing on the basis of lupus may often not receive proper consideration for their claims. - January 09, 2009 - Disability Secrets
Multicultural Marketing Firm Hosts Weekly Online Talk Show Highlighting Disability Community
With the goal of bringing added awareness to the various issues impacting the disability community, and positively highlighting the amazing people who are part of it, NFS Communications and Publishing, Inc., a multicultural marketing firm, has begun hosting a weekly on-line radio talk show. "Exceptional People, Exceptional Lifestyles," features guests wanting to share information about the people, products, programs and services supporting the disability community. - December 20, 2008 - NFS Communications and Publishing, Inc.
Orlando Scooter Rental Company Features Their Mobility Scooters at MouseFest 2008 Mega Mouse Meet at Walt Disney World’s Yacht & Beach Club Convention Center
Scooter Vacations, Orlando Scooter Rental company, is participating in MouseFest 2008. As a featured exhibitor at MouseFest 2008, Scooter Vacations will have on display two of their most popular models, the fold up Distinction and their highly sought after Dream model. - December 12, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
New Product Line of Wheelchair Seat Covers Announced by Kramer Enterprises
Kramer Enterprises has announced that a new product line of Wheelchair Seat Covers is now available. Hand-crafted seat covers now come in dozens of fabrics and prints including Hannah Montana, High School Musical, SpongeBob Squarepants, florals, denim, college and pro logos and much more. There is something for every child, teen and adult wheelchair-user. - December 01, 2008 - Kramer Enterprises
Dudley Quinlivan Throws Weight Behind Queensland Variety Club
Local businessman Dudley Quinlivan has been congratulated and recognised by the Variety Club of Queensland for his outstanding long-term support. Dudley Quinlivan has donated to the highly-active Queensland branch of the global Variety Club family to encourage… - November 25, 2008 - The Quinlivan Group
Disney World Just Got Easier for Those with Health Issues: Diz-Abled.com and Off to Neverland Travel® Join Forces to Support Travelers
Now Walt Disney World visitors with all levels of health and emotional challenges can count on an easier planning process to design a safe, fun and comfortable vacation. Two companies that specialize in supporting travelers with special needs have come together to help increase the ease of traveling to Disney World with health issues. - November 18, 2008 - Stephen Ashley
Enable America Promotes Disability Mentoring Day 2008
Enable America is proud to be a participant in this year's Disability Mentoring Day - both hosting mentees and arranging for other businesses to host mentees. - October 22, 2008 - Enable America
IIMSAM Organizes International Day of Arab’s Children at Shafallah
The Goodwill Ambassador visited the various departments and activity centres of Shaffalah and greeted the Children with Special Needs on the occasion. Accompanied by Dr. Ed Denning, Managing Director of Shafallah and Dr Samira Al Qasmi, Deputy Managing Director, His Excellency toured the premises and was briefed on Shafallah's new complex in Lusail among others. He visited the students and staff and presented a number of gifts, toys and flowers amongst students. - October 22, 2008 - IIMSAM
Social Security Disability Specialist Offers Free Form to Assist Claimants
Claims for social security disability benefits are decided on the basis of medical documentation. However, such claims can be significantly strengthened by one particular form of medical documentation known as a residual functional capacity form, a form that allows a physician to submit a detailed statement in support of a patient's case, and which is now being offered as a free download on the homepage of Disability Secrets. - October 15, 2008 - Disability Secrets
Green River I Have Returned by Robert Elias Ballard
Author publishes new book, Green River I Have Returned-Is This Not the Land of Beulah, a short book where he shares some life events and heritage from Green River Township, a small rural area of Henderson County in Western North Carolina. A short book of memories with inspiration and nostalgia where life is compared to a river and the various twists and turns that encompass all our lives. - October 13, 2008 - Robert E. Ballard
Enjoy Independent Living and Peace of Mind with A-1 Alarm Protection’s Guardian Alert 911 Phone
Today, A-1 Alarm Protection redefined the face of the personal emergency response systems (PERS) industry by introducing a new exciting product – the Guardian Alert 911. Protect the ones you love with this innovative system that instantly connects to an emergency operator with just One push of a button. - October 07, 2008 - A-1 Alarm Protection
Dale Rogers Training Center Supports National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM)
America’s People, America’s Talent, America’s Strength. The Dale Rogers Training Center is joining Congress, the national AbilityOne program, and the State of Oklahoma in the observance of National Disability Employment Awareness Month in October. The Dale Rogers Training Center... - September 25, 2008 - Dale Rogers Training Center
Disney's Toy Story Mania with Physical Challenges: Riding with Health Issues
Toy Story Mania has just opened this summer to rave reviews, but should everyone ride it? A new article has just been released on www.Diz-Abled.com that goes into detail about the physical feel of the attraction, and describes who should consider avoiding this ride. It also shares tips for riding with greater comfort. The article was written by Stephen Ashley, author of Walt Disney World with Disabilities. - September 18, 2008 - Stephen Ashley
New Estate Planning Guide Demystifies Process
Today’s seniors are often confused and overwhelmed by the estate planning process. "Of course those 60 and over know they need to plan for their eventual death or disability," says New York elder law attorney Mike Ettinger, "but they find it difficult to get the correct advice... - September 16, 2008 - Ettinger Law Firm
City of Wayne to Host Dedication Ceremony for Play 4 All Boundless Park, Sept. 17
The City of Wayne will host a dedication ceremony for its new Play 4 All Boundless Park at Soroptimist Park at 6 p.m. on Wed., Sept. 17. Located off John St., just west of Wayne Rd, this park is just the fourth of its kind in metropolitan Detroit. It features a universally-accessible playscape... - September 12, 2008 - Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan
Ken Brown and Tawana Williams Ask "Are You Ready to Successfully Change Your Life and Raise One Million Dollars for Detroit's Ronald McDonald?"
Ken Brown and Tawana Williams are living testimonies to the fact that one can achieve and dream or reach any goal despite his or her humble beginnings or so-called disabilities if only she or he would refuse to lose and use whatever gifts or abilities one has to achieve more than anyone ever expected. - September 08, 2008 - Ken Brown International
PKS Kids Announces 2nd Annual Charity Bike Run Event: Proceeds Will Support Children with Rare Genetic Disorder
PKS Kids (www.pkskids.net) today announced their 2nd Annual Charity Bike Run in support of children with a rare chromosomal disorder, Pallister-Killian Syndrome (PKS). The event will be held on Saturday September 6th, 2008 at 12:00 pm (rain date September 7, 2008) at the Double R Bar, 24 Lowell... - September 02, 2008 - GraysonZanePR
New Website Helps Portland Disabled Find the Latest Hotspots
“Where’s Lulu” Will Serve up the Latest and Greatest Accessible Places, Events, and Services in Portland, Oregon. - August 30, 2008 - Where's Lulu, Inc.
Translation of Babies with Down Syndrome Aims to Help New Parents in Russia
Canister (canisterco.com), a creative agency in Atlanta, Georgia, recently coordinated the translation of Woodbine House title "Babies with Down Syndrome" into Russian for distribution in Moscow by Downside Up. - August 25, 2008 - Canister
Scooter Vacations of Orlando Partners with Kids Wish Network to Bring Joy to Some Very Special Children
Scooter Vacations, a premier Orlando mobility scooter, electronic convenience vehicle (ECV) rental company is pleased to announce their special Guardian Angel charitable contribution status with Kids Wish Network who serves hundreds of children nationwide who's wish it is to visit Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure or Sea World. Scooter Vacations has donated scooters free of charge to these children. - July 18, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
New Book Release About Downs Syndrome, Autistic Catatonia and Bipolar Disorder
A life story written by a parent of a child with Downs syndrome, autism, catatonia and bi polar disorder. Covering 22 years of his life, the book contains actual test results, symptoms prior to each disorders diagnosis and many personnel thoughts. Not your usual "I am the parent of a disabled child" book. The book gives insight to the pre-symptoms of each listed disorder, treatments and medication for each, along with thoughts and feelings and hilarious stories about Eli. He is the star. - July 02, 2008 - Carol Surber
Orlando Scooter Rental Company Gives Seriously Ill Kids the Mobility They Need to be Kids. Starlight Starbright Children’s Foundation Partners with Scooter Vacations
Starlight Starbright Children’s Foundation announced today the launching of its new partnership with Orlando Scooter Rental Company Scooter Vacations. This new partnership will give seriously ill kids the mobility they need to be kids. Scooter Vacations offers a range of luxurious mobility scooters to vacationers visiting Orlando and attractions such as Sea World, Universal Orlando and Walt Disney World. - June 24, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
Disabled Singles Enjoy New Internet Dating Service Designed Just for Them
Disabled singles find romance worldwide with a new dating website designed specifically for them. - June 23, 2008 - World Dating Partners
Orlando Scooter Rental Company Announces the "Dream" Mobility Scooter for Guests at Walt Disney World for Disney Scooter Rental and Universal for Universal Scooter Rental
Scooter Vacations, a premier Orlando scooter rental company headquartered in Orlando, Florida, announces the newest addition to its mobility scooter rental fleet, the Dream. The Dream is the company’s first model specifically selected for Disney Scooter Rental or Universal Scooter Rental visitors staying in hotels on-property and plan to use resort-provided bus, boat or monorail transportation to travel between hotels, associated theme parks and other on-property venues during their stay. - June 13, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
New Summer Camp Program for Young Adults with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities at SarahCare Adult Day Services in Savage, MN
Camp SarahCare - Coming this summer is a Fun new Summer Camp for Adults ages 18-25 with Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities. Activities planned include: Nature Hikes, Games, Pet Therapy, Music, Life Skills Training, Creative Arts, and Fitness & Wellness Programs. SarahCare has been... - May 31, 2008 - SarahCare Adult Day Services
Meet Josiah, a Wheelchair-Bound Child, Who Will Enlighten You with the Power of a Positive Attitude
A newly-released children's book, Josiah's School Fun Day tells the first story about Josiah and his best friend Wheely. With Josiah's remarkable can-do attitude and spirit, their stories bring a positive message of hope, joy and encouragement not only to the disabled, but to everyone. The two... - May 20, 2008 - HisWillBeDone Productions
DAISY Consortium Recognized with World Telecommunication and Information Society Award
United Nations International Telecommunication Union selects DAISY Consortium for its outstanding contribution toward building an inclusive and more equitable Information Society. - May 17, 2008 - The DAISY Consortium
Section 255, New Communications Technologies Accessibility Legislation
On May 1, 2008, the United States Congress heard testimony on draft legislation, the "Twenty-first Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act." The legislation was requested by a coalition of organizations from the disability community to ensure that new information and communications technologies are accessible. The hearing took place before the Subcommittee on Telecommunications and the Internet. - May 07, 2008 - Magnifics Inc
Local Poet Featured in National "Chronic Pain" Magazine
National magazine, “Hope Keepers”, publishes work by Laura Beth Young. - April 26, 2008 - Cheerful Hearts
Granite Shield Countertops Opens Its Doors in Temecula, California
Granite Shield Countertops is pleased to announce it has opened the doors to its newest Granite Shield Countertop retail showroom. - March 26, 2008 - Granite Shield
DentistryForDiabetics Donates $10,000 to American Diabetes Association for Patient Education
Elite Dentists’ Group Dedicated to Helping Diabetics Fund Crucial Program. - March 19, 2008 - DentistryForDiabetics
Scooter Vacations Announces Free Specialty Vacation Announcement and Invitation eCards
Vacationers visiting Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Florida, SeaWorld Orlando or taking Florida cruises can send free announcements or invitations to their friends and family. - March 18, 2008 - Scooter Vacations
From the Jungles of Southeast Asia to the Deserts of Southwest Asia, PTSD Holds No Boundaries
American author and Vietnam veteran Robert Adams releases his decade long writing, Tripwire, as a self-help guide to his fellow vets, other sufferers of PTSD, and to the thousands returning from the Iraq War who may be facing their own battle in the months and years ahead. - January 01, 2008 - Robert Adams
Enable America Hosts Program Mentors for Informational Seminar - 2nd VetConnect Mentor Training Session
On Saturday, December 8, 2007, Enable America held its second VetConnect Mentor Training Session. The meeting focused on Traumatic Brain Injury. Wounded warrior mentors and family members heard from a variety of speakers including experts from Naval Medical Center San Diego and Quality Living, Inc. - December 19, 2007 - Enable America
How to Thrive at Disney World with Health Issues: New Travel Guide Helps Disney Vacation Dreams Come True
Traveling can be difficult or even impossible for people with health conditions, special needs or disabilities. In the new guide book, Walt Disney World with Disabilities, Stephen Ashley shares everything you need to know to thrive at Disney World with physical and emotional health conditions. - November 27, 2007 - Stephen Ashley
National Deaf Academy Announces New CEO
The National Deaf Academy announced a new CEO to continue to grow the vision of its original founder. NDA is a residential psychiatric facility providing services for Deaf and Hard of Hearing children, adolescents and adults and autistic individuals that have a communication disorder. - November 21, 2007 - National Deaf Academy
Colours Wheelchairs Launches an Innovation in Wheelchair Wheels
Colours Wheelchairs has announced the launch of the The Bite Laced Wheel. The Bite Laced wheel has a unique built-in brake. In Great Britain Colours products can be purchased from Kent Mobility http://www.kentmobility.co.uk/ the exclusive importer of Colours Wheelchairs in Great Britain. - November 09, 2007 - Med Services Europe GmbH
Enable America Promotes Disability Mentoring Day 2007
Disability Mentoring Day offers an opportunity for people with disabilities to get hands-on, real-life employment exposure by bringing together job-seekers with businesses to open doors, provide mentorship and explore career opportunities. Enable America is proud to be a part of this annual event aimed at gaining awareness of the low employment rates among people with disabilites as well as help them make connections to securing a job. - October 13, 2007 - Enable America
A Remote Sierra Nevada Restroom for the Disabled Brings a Community Together
100 years after the newly founded Rotary Club started its first public service project, a public "comfort station" in downtown Chicago, a remote restroom in California's Sierra Nevada brings mountain communities together to help the disabled. Eradication of polio, removal of landmines,... - October 04, 2007 - Bishop Sunrise Rotary
Jennifer Mack, a Support Technician at G.B. Cooley, Has Been Selected for Inclusion Into the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry
Jennifer Mack, a support technician at G.B. Cooley, has been selected for inclusion into the 2007-2008 Princeton Premier Registry. As a support technician, Jennifer assists and trains the mentally challenged and helps them live a more independent life. Jennifer helps them with everyday activities... - September 08, 2007 - Princeton Premier
Psorphil's 2nd Anniversary Creates Livelihood for Poor Members
Mr. Jeff Lok of LEO Pharma Asia will grace the occasion of Psorphil's 2nd year Anniversary that will launch the Psoriasis Livelihood Assistance Network (PLANET) that aims to provide livelihood for the economically challenged members of the psoriasis community in the Philippines. The event is scheduled on August 18, 2007 at the Community Facility, Bonifacio Global City, Taguig, Metro Manila, Philippines. - August 13, 2007 - Psoriasis Philippine Online Community Inc
Cracking Down on Handicapped Fraud
The abuse and misuse of handicapped placards is more prevalent than ever. Not only does this affect handicapped individuals, but robs metropolitan cities of millions of dollars in revenue each year. This is money that can be used for schools, parks and other community programs. - July 27, 2007 - Handicapped Fraud.org
Creating a Planet for 1.7 Million Filipinos
Less than two years ago, a bunch of online strangers met in cyberspace sharing their pains of having an incurable skin condition—psoriasis. They now lead a national campaign to improve the living conditions of millions of Filipinos with Psoriasis. - July 09, 2007 - Psoriasis Philippine Online Community Inc
Seniors Write a Book and Donate a Portion of Proceeds to Alzheimer's Disease and Breast Cancer Research
A group of seniors have co-written a novelette as a fund-raising project for their day support program and a portion of the profits from each book will be given to support Alszheimer's Research and Breast Cancer Research. - July 03, 2007 - CareWell Recreation Programs for Seniors
DirectBuy of Toronto North Celebrates 10 Years of Member Service
DirectBuy’s Markham showroom to host a celebration and charity auction for FightSMA, a charity fighting Spinal Muscular Atrophy. - June 14, 2007 - DirectBuy
Chrysallis- Close to Disability Will Attend the 2nd International Conference "People with Disabilities and Mass Media"
Chrysallis- Close to Disability will attend the 2nd International Conference "People with disabilities and Mass Media" that will take place on 18-19 June 2007, at the press centre of the SGC-SGI building in Athens. The conference is organised by the Secretariat General of Communication -... - June 12, 2007 - Chrysallis-Close to Disability
The First Roof Box that Stores a Wheelchair from Both Sides of the Car
The Swedish producer of products for disabled - Autoadapt - introduces a new way of storing the wheelchair. The roof box Roofspider automatically hoists the wheelchair inside the car-top carrier. The first roof box ever that loads from either side of the vehicle. - May 26, 2007 - Autoadapt AB