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Enterprising, Disabled Man Solicits for Help to Rebuild Business, Goldbearingpaydirt.com, After Being Unjustly Closed Down
"Without doubts, the American government advocates non-discrimination when it comes to giving jobs to the disabled in the society; but then, many of them are still being rejected or not able to find the flexible conditions they need to perform," states Robert Schaefer. Today, Robert Schaefer, an enterprising, disabled man asks for help to rebuild his home-based business that was unjustly closed down. - April 28, 2014 - Robert Schaefer
Anderson Center for Autism Lights It Up Blue
Local not-for-profit and business partner in support of Autism Awareness Month. - April 24, 2014 - Anderson Center for Autism
ADA Compliance Expert Protects Los Angeles Business from Lawsuit
California Access Consultants (CAC) has the tools and personnel to support any size Business while providing peace of mind from the drive by ADA lawsuit happy people. Many Businesses’ do not know what an ADA barrier is, or how to resolve it. That makes many Properties vulnerable to lawsuits and loss of money. But ADA Compliance allows for a better business environment for all persons regardless of any type of disadvantage. - April 15, 2014 - California Access Consultants
Wounded Warrior/Paralympian Nears End of Cross-Country Cycling Journey
Double-amputee Rob Jones to complete extraordinary feat April 12 in San Diego. - April 03, 2014 - Coalition to Salute America's Heroes
"Karina Sings": A Concert Bringing Awareness Surrounding Special Needs Children and their Families
Free Admission. Donations support Karinia's Expressive Arts Therapy program for disabled children in Baltimore City and County.The concert will be held in Mays Chapel UM Church 11911 Jenifer Road, Timonium, MD 21093 on Sunday April 13th at 4pm. - March 30, 2014 - Karina Association
Novel About an Autistic Young Man and His Patchwork Family is Fiction at Its Sharpest and Most Effective
At times poignant, hilarious, and subtly twisted, "It Burns a Lovely Light" is a stirring portrait of an unconventional and unforgettable family. - March 28, 2014 - Penny McCann Pennington
Senior Survival Source Debuts on “Money 105.5FM” Radio
New Sacramento area radio program designed to help adult children of aging parents. Senior Survival Source officially debuts on Money105.5 FM KSAC Radio at 8:00AM Friday mornings. This is a new senior advocacy “talk-radio” program in which they will interview various guests with expertise in senior care planning and ever changing senior care issues. - March 21, 2014 - Senior Helpers Sacramento - Placer Counties
National Ramp Donates Ramp to 71 Year Old Yonkers Woman
National Ramp gives freedom back to 71-year-old Cynthia Knox who was victimized by heartless thieves who stole her wheelchair ramp on December 19, 2013. - March 18, 2014 - National Ramp
Ronald McDonald House Albany NY, Recipient of Donated Ramps
National Ramp, makers and suppliers of handicap ramps have donated a wheelchair ramp to Ronald McDonald House in Albany, NY. - March 18, 2014 - National Ramp
Free Wheelchair Mission Recognized as Top Orange County Nonprofit at 2014 OC Coast Magazine Community Awards
Free Wheelchair Mission takes home the honor of Top Orange County Nonprofit at second Coast Community Awards. - March 11, 2014 - Free Wheelchair Mission
Government Contractor The Arcanum Group Makes a Splash with CEO Waters
The Arcanum Group -- a Denver-based provider of IT, staffing and program management services to government agencies -- participated Feb. 22 in the 2014 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Colorado fundraising event. - February 28, 2014 - The Arcanum Group
Capita Conferences Announce Details of Their Learning Disabilities Scotland Conference - Thursday 24th April 2014
Attend to take away learning from best practice case studies identified in the Keys to Life strategy to inform your own local strategy. Don't miss this opportunity to gain strategic and practical knowledge that will equip you with the skills and understanding to implement the first Scottish learning disabilities strategy for over ten years. - February 20, 2014 - Capita Conferences
Local Firm Hosts VA Pension Benefits Workshop
VA Certified Attorney Andrew Cobin; Valuable VA Pension Benefits; Married Veterans May Qualify to Receive $24,000/Year, Lifetime, Tax-Free. - January 07, 2014 - Cobin Law, PLLC
Legacy Endowment Community Foundation Grants St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center $7,162 for Program Support
Funds Benefit St. Madeleine’s 400+ students. - January 05, 2014 - St. Madeleine Sophie's Center
Enable America 2013 Accomplishments Set the Stage for Greater Success in 2014
Enable America, the nation’s first non-profit organization solely committed to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is wrapping up another successful year. New partners and greater achievement set the stage for even more accomplishment in 2014. “2013 saw the... - December 18, 2013 - Enable America
Web Show Plays "Santa" This Holiday Season to Families Affected by Autism
Now through Dec. 20, Autism Live will give away gift certificates, toys, and educational products through its “Holiday Giveaway Extravaganza” contest for families with children diagnosed with autism. - December 05, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Zoomax Launches New 7-Inch Handheld Video Magnifier Snow 7 HD for the Visually Impaired
Labeled an easy-to-use magnifier, Snow 7 HD is designed for the visually impaired users to use instantly without time-consuming learning. With only 5 large intuitive buttons, the users living with sight loss can read the newspaper or view photos easily on the 7-inch widescreen at an ergonomic viewing angle. - November 27, 2013 - Zoomax Technology Co., Limited
Rocky Mountain ADA Center Defines "Service Animal" and Provides Tips for Individuals and Businesses to Recognize Impostors
Service Animals must fit specific guidelines as outlined by the ADA in order to receive special access with owners. - November 23, 2013 - Rocky Mountain ADA Center
Raymond B. White, CEO Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Raymond B. White of Sewickley, Pennsylvania has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements in the field special education administration. About Raymond B. White, CEO Mr. White has 13 years experience in the special... - November 21, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Venture Forthe Opens Adult Structured Day Program in Buffalo for Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injuries
Venture Forthe today announced that it opened a Structured Day Program for adults with cognitive impairments. It is the only social day program in Buffalo to focus on serving adults who have suffered a traumatic brain injury. The program provides much needed support and services to an underserved... - November 16, 2013 - Venture Forthe
Lifescapes Counseling Associates Offers Tips for Selecting a Psychologist for Child Evaluations
Group mental health practice provides tips for selecting a Psychologist, as well as guidance for pursuing psychological testing for children. - November 14, 2013 - Lifescapes Counseling Associates, PLLC
Duke Energy Partners with Enable America to Put Wounded Warriors Back to Work in North Carolina
Duke Energy and Enable America, a non-profit organization working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, today announced a partnership to support employment initiatives for transitioning military members at Ft. Bragg, N.C. Funded by a $38,000 grant from the Duke Energy... - November 08, 2013 - Enable America
Right at Home-Dayton Launches Home for the Holidays Campaign
Right at Home-Dayton In-Home Care and Assistance launches their awareness campaign called “Home for the Holidays.” Their mission is to help senior citizens and others live independently in the privacy, security and comfort of their own home. Allowing your loved one to live independently, with support from a professional in-home care provider, is the best gift you can give this holiday season. - November 07, 2013 - Right at Home-Dayton
Local Humanitarian Treating Phantom Limb Pain Overseas
Vancouver-based humanitarian amputee to travel through Southeast Asia treating locals suffering from Phantom Limb Pain with Mirror Therapy. - October 31, 2013 - Me & My Mirror
SF Based "Comedy for a Spinal Cause" Uses Laughter to Help Victims of Spinal Cord Injury to Get Back on Their Feet
Started in San Francisco, CFASC is a quarterly fundraising event bringing together top comedians & the local community to assist incredible individuals on their road to Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) recovery. Rather than encouraging people to donate to a blanket cause, CFASC works with local SCI physical therapy centers to identify those in need and hosts fundraising comedy shows featuring the best of upcoming and established full time comedians. - October 29, 2013 - Comedy for a spinal casue
"Given Our Chance," Inspiring Documentary from Alex King and Izidor Ruckel: Announcing It's Release
Director Alex King of A.K. Film Production and Editing along with partner Producer Izidor Ruckel of Ruckel International/Abandoned For Life are proud to announce the completion and release of their documentary "Given Our Chance." - October 19, 2013 - A.K. Film Production and Editing
Enable America Thanks Corporate Employers on Disability Mentoring Day
On the occasion of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and this week’s Disability Mentoring Day, Enable America is congratulating its corporate supporters for their inclusion initiatives over the past 12 months. “We are bridge builders, but that would not be possible... - October 16, 2013 - Enable America
San Diego Down Syndrome Offers Free Signup for Christmas Event During Down Syndrome Awareness Month
San Diego Symphony's Cellist Karla Holland-Moritz and her student ensemble will be featured in a "Special Treasures Christmas Event" at Funbelievable in Lakeside. Featuring CHP, Fire, as well as local dignitaries. A free Hayride and gifts for all kids with Down Syndrome in attendance. - October 11, 2013 - San Diego Down Syndrome. Org
Enable America Commemorates 40th Anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
Enable America, a non-profit working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, including disabled veterans and wounded warriors, today commemorates the 40th Anniversary of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Sponsored by U.S. Representative John Brademas (D-IN) and signed into... - September 28, 2013 - Enable America
2nd Annual World CP Day Celebrated Locally
United Cerebral Palsy celebrates it’s 2nd Annual World Cerebral Palsy Challenge this month. Teams from UCP of Eastern Connecticut are stepping up with staff and clients walking and wheeling their way up virtual mountains to get active, enjoy social interaction, support the CP community and raise a few dollars in the process. - September 27, 2013 - United Cerebral Palsy of Eastern Connecticut
Invisible Disabilities Champions at It’s Not an Illusion on Invisible Disabilities Day, October 24th
Colorado-based Invisible Disabilities Association honors individuals and organizations from Colorado and around the nation at sixth annual awards banquet in Lone Tree, Colo., October 24, 2013. - September 25, 2013 - Invisible Disabilities Association
Enable America Programs Support U.S. Labor Department Rules to Improve Employment of People with Disabilities
Companies working to meet new U.S. Labor Department regulations for hiring people with disabilities can benefit from engaging with Enable America, a non-profit organization with programs that build bridges between employers and those they want to recruit. "In a competitive job market,... - September 05, 2013 - Enable America
North Wind Publishing Releases New Book “A Secretly Handicapped Man,” a Memoir by Norbert Nathanson
Born over 80 years ago without feet & with only one hand, the author faced discrimination because he looked different, then he made the difficult choice to have his legs amputated which provided freedom from pain and a life free from judgment. - August 29, 2013 - North Wind Publishing
Congenital Amputee Athlete Kyle Maynard Inspires Stanbridge College Graduates
Two-time ESPY Award Winner and quadruple congenital amputee, Kyle Maynard, presented at the Stanbridge College 2013 Commencement Exercises inspiring graduates and guests with a lifetime of achievement. - August 26, 2013 - Stanbridge University
The Road to Recovery Just Opened an Express Lane
Through a partnership with Medical Service Company, MyCareHomeMedical.com was able to develop a program for customers built around speed & continuing care aptly named Care Express. One part customer loyalty program, one part patient outreach designed around the premise of delivering helpful information for patients & caregivers, one part ecommerce website, one part affordable online resource for home medical supplies; one whole solution for the continuation of at home patient care. - August 14, 2013 - MyCareHomeMedical.com
Join Puppy Love Caring Canines, Inc. for Family Fun at Edina Rosland Park, Sat., August 17th
Puppy Love Caring Canines, Inc. is hosting its annual fundraiser on August 17, 2013 from 10am-2pm to thank its loyal sponsors for all their effort over 2013. Please join them for a family festival to thank their sponsors who support their efforts in 2013. This is a thank you celebration and all are welcome to enjoy the dog training demonstrations, petting zoo, and meet Katie from KTK9.com-their hope is you can join them for a great time. - August 08, 2013 - Puppy Love Caring Canines, Inc.
Enable America Supports National Governor's Association Report on Employment of People with Disabilities
Enable America, a non-profit working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, strongly supports this month’s findings from the National Governor’s Association (NGA), as is urging government leaders to review and implement the NGA’s recommendations. The... - August 08, 2013 - Enable America
Rocky Mountain ADA Celebrates 23rd Anniversary of The Americans with Disabilities Act
ADA Anniversary Toolkit Provides Information and the Latest News on the ADA for the Public and the Media for July 26, 2013 Anniversary - July 24, 2013 - Rocky Mountain ADA Center
CARD Louisiana Autism Conference to Showcase Effective Treatment Interventions for Individuals on the Spectrum, August 24th in Baton Rouge
Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD) will host a free conference in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, on Saturday, August 24, 2013, for parents, educators, caregivers, practitioners, and other professionals to learn about the most effective intervention strategies and groundbreaking technologies for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. - July 20, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
Speakers Bridge Gap Between Disability and Relationships
Disability Experts and Authors of Ink in the Wheels: Stories to Make Love Roll, Bridge Aspects of Disability, Intimacy and Love at the Abilities Expo - June 17, 2013 - Cutter's Edge Consulting
"Spirit of Love" the Mike Glenn Story Will Screen at Woodhaven Baptist Deaf Church as Benefit for Lillian Beard Deaf Center
Family Movie night will benefit others while bridging the gap between deaf and hearing, black and white, believer or non believer. It’s a film with a big message delivered with ASL, Open Captions, and the Spoken Word. - June 07, 2013 - Film It Productions
Carolina RailHawks Partner with Enable America in Support of Employment for People with Disabilities
Furthering their commitment to increase the employment of people with disabilities, the Carolina RailHawks are partnering with Enable America on a promotion that will help support the non-profit organization’s Career Mentoring Day and Job Skills Workshop programs for those who are disabled,... - June 02, 2013 - Enable America
Luna Family Hearing Sponsors Seattle Mariners "Senior Sundays" to Promote Hearing Loss Awareness During Month of May
In recognition of Better Hearing and Speech Month, Luna Family Hearing has come on board as an official sponsor of the Seattle Mariners and as the exclusive sponsor of “Senior Sundays.” This campaign for hearing loss awareness kicks off with a Seattle Mariners “First Pitch” drawing. The lucky winners will have the opportunity to throw out the ceremonial, pre-game, first pitch at an upcoming Seattle Mariners home game and get their pictures taken on the field. - May 27, 2013 - Luna Family Hearing
Brother and Sister Battle Odds to Overcome Autism with Help from Center for Autism and Related Disorders
It’s “Mission Possible” for Torin and Kaia Phillips of Forestdale, Massachusetts, as they work to overcome autism with the help of intensive treatment provided by the Center for Autism and Related Disorders (CARD). - May 22, 2013 - Center for Autism and Related Disorders
New Online Resource Trains Hospital Staff on Disability Inclusion
The Institute for Community Inclusion is announcing a new online training: Inclusive Health Care, a disability-awareness training for hospital staff. - May 03, 2013 - Institute for Community Inclusion
Enable America Urges Florida Governor to Sign Bill Banning "Retardation"
Today the Florida State House unanimously passed a bill that will eliminate the phrase “mental retardation” from state law, sending the measure onto Governor Rick Scott for his signature. Enable America, a nonprofit working to improve employment opportunities for people with... - May 02, 2013 - Enable America
Enable America Endorses Bob Woodruff Foundation Recommendations in Support of Employment for Wounded Warriors
Enable America, a nonprofit working to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is endorsing recommendations made by the executive director of the Bob Woodruff Foundation, Anne Marie Dougherty, who wrote there are “three steps we must take right now to soften the landing... - May 01, 2013 - Enable America
Capita Conferences Announce Communicating with People with Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities Workshop, 11th July, London
Facilitated by MENCAP, this timely workshop will help delegates understand how to consult, involve and implement the views and preferences of people and, where relevant, their families, carers and advocates into ongoing service provision. - April 30, 2013 - Capita Conferences
The Burly Man Will be Featured at Spawn Booth #201 on Sat. April 20, 2013 10:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M. LA Times Festival of Books @ USC Campus, CA
Mr. Lewis will be featured at the Spawn Booth #201 on Sat. April 20, 2013 with other Spawn members and authors at the 2013 Los Angeles Times Festival Of Books. Mr. Lewis is a recent 2012 winner of The Authors Show, 50 Great Writers You Should Be Reading. He is the author of “The Principles & Philosophy Of Weishendo” “The Burly Man” & his soon to be released book “The Divine Spear & Intrinsic Staff of WEISHENDO,” for people who suffer from range of motion issues like himself. - April 20, 2013 - Weishendo Publications
Every 11 Minutes a New Person is Diagnosed with Autism
Lighthouse Autism Center, an ABA therapy center for children with autism, has partnered with WNDU and Sunny 101.5 for the month of April to do an unprecedented public service announcement campaign to increase Autism Awareness. “We are excited to be partnering with three community leaders,... - April 19, 2013 - Lighthouse Autism Center