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Hunting Helps Wounded Heroes Heal
For many seriously injured military veterans, sports and outdoor activities have been shown to be effective in helping them rebuild confidence and focus on their abilities to achieve. For that reason, in mid-March, Balfour Beatty Construction’s Dallas/Fort Worth division hosted a week-long pig hunt for wounded veterans at their hunting lease in Richland Springs, Texas. - April 08, 2010 - Balfour Beatty Construction
VIYM – Yoga Mat for the Visually Impaired – from Adaptive Sports Company Rousettus, LLC Continues to Garner Praise in the Fitness Community
Rousettus, LLC, a company focused on designing adaptive sports and yoga equipment for the physically and visually challenged, received praise for its VIYMTM – Visually Impaired Yoga Mat (patent pending) – at the AAHPERD (American Alliance for Health, Physical Education, Recreation and... - April 08, 2010 - Rousettus, LLC
movemanSKG Lifts Community Spirit
A movemanSKG wheelchair lift allows wheelchair users to access the first floor of Ashby Town Council's new community centre, which doubles as council offices. The lift also ensures the building is compliant with the Disability Discrimination Act (DDA). - March 25, 2010 - movemanSKG
Enable America Unveils Disabled Veterans Job Readiness Program
Enable America continues to build new programs that improve employment among people with disabilities. In this most recent effort, Enable America conducted a workshop to help disabled American military veterans sharpen the skills needed to find employment when jobs are scarce. - March 24, 2010 - Enable America
Contribuventure Team Takes to the Street and Pushes Pedals to Raise Money for Wounded Warriors
Combining adventure and contribution Phil Dwyer and Jake Allen are cycling to raise money for the Wounded Warrior Project. The “Warrior Pride Ride” will begin on May 30, 2010, and the team has created an interactive blog site so that everybody can follow along. - March 19, 2010 - Contribuenture Foundation, Inc.
Health Care Reform Gets a Boost, Boasts Medical Firm: Paine & Williams Medical Associates
Health care reform is on life support; Dr. Thomas Paine of Paine & Williams Medical Associates injects new energy into the debate with a web site and proposed grass-roots strategy. - March 16, 2010 - Paine & Williams Medical Associates
Enable America Congratulates Gerdau Ameristeel in Charlotte
Following successful programs to mentor people with disabilities in Tampa and Jacksonville, Florida, Gerdau Ameristeel once again proved its committment to diversity in the workplace by holding the first Enable America mentoring program in Charlotte, North Carolina, on March 5. - March 14, 2010 - Enable America
The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges Celebrates Its 10th Year Anniversary Gala on March 25, 2010, at Christine Lee's Gulfstream Park in Miami, FL
The 10th Year Anniversary Gala, to be held on March 25, 2010, will benefit The Victory Center for Autism and Behavioral Challenges, a 501 (c) 3 non-profit organization that works to provide education and services to individuals and families with Autism and similar disorders in a secure and stimulating learning environment. - March 04, 2010 - The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges
New Machinery Directive Lifts Safety Levels
In January, the new Machinery Directive was launched by the government. It contains a set of strict health and safety regulations that manufacturers must conform to to sell their products in Europe. movemanSKG's Prestige is compliant. - March 04, 2010 - movemanSKG
Storyteller Writer Robert Elias Ballard Self Publishes Two New Books
Writer Robert Elias Ballard self publishes two new books of tales and stories. - February 28, 2010 - Robert Ballard
Facebook and Twitter Broaden Enable America's Outreach
At Enable America's 2010 Disability Employment Forum, keynote speaker Kathy Martinez of the U.S. Department of Labor said the nation needs to do more to improve employment among people with disabilities. Those who could not attend the event were able to access it through Enable America's social media outreach effort. - February 28, 2010 - Enable America
Platform Lift for Local Hero
Leicestershire resident Matt Hampson, formerly an England U21 rugby player, lost the use of his limbs in a horrific training accident in 2005, confining him to a wheelchair. movemanSKG recently installed a platform lift in Matt's home, which enable him to access the building's upper floor. - February 27, 2010 - movemanSKG
Bagolie Friedman Injury Lawyers of Jersey City, New Jersey Launch New Website
Bagolie Friedman Injury Lawyers of Jersey City, New Jersey have launched www.bagoliefriedman.com, an updated website to service these tech savvy consumers in need of information on personal injury and workers; compensation matters. - February 25, 2010 - Bagolie Friedman Injury Lawyers
Gerdau Ameristeel and Enable America to Mentor Disabled Veterans in Charlotte
Disabled U.S. service veterans will get a helping hand in finding employment from Enable America and Gerdau Ameristeel, through on-the-job mentoring to be held at Gerdau's Charlotte steel mill on March 5. - February 24, 2010 - Enable America
Martinez Speaks Out for Employment of People with Disabilities at Enable America Forum
Experts dedicated to improving employment for people with disabilities spoke at Enable America's annual Disability Employment Forum. Keynote speaker Kathy Martinez of the U.S. Labor Department says hiring people with disabilities will help the worldwide economy. - February 19, 2010 - Enable America
Hallelujah - Platform Lift from movemanSKG Makes Church Wheelchair Accessible
Bethanp Baptist Church contracted movemanSKG to install a Prestige platform lift. Now, wheelchair users can access the basement vestry, where the church holds activities such as Sunday school and coffee mornings. - January 31, 2010 - movemanSKG
Enable America to Hold a "Tweet-Up" at Annual Disability Forum
“As we reach out to engage more people with disabilities, social media channels serve a crucial role in Enable America’s mission,” said Steve LaBour, Executive Director of Enable America. “We’re honored that Assistant Secretary Martinez is joining us, and pleased that we’ll be able to broadcast her message beyond the four walls of the event.” - January 30, 2010 - Enable America
Enable America Supports ODEP Listening Tour
The U.S. Labor Department's Office of Disability Employment Policy (ODEP) has launched a six-city listening tour across the country. Enable America is commending U.S. Department of Labor's Assistant Secretary Kathleen Martinez on the initiative, and encouraging participation. - January 27, 2010 - Enable America
gh Releases the First-Ever DAISY Player for Mac
GH, LLC releases the first-ever DAISY Player for Mac. ReadHear Mac is the first fully-featured Digital Talking Book player available for the Mac. It provides access to books and other text materials for those who have low-vision, blindness, learning disabilities, or mobility impairments. - January 24, 2010 - gh, LLC
MedFirst Alert Announces Its Medical Alarm Service Expansion Into South Carolina
MedFirst Alert has been protecting seniors while allowing them to maintain their independence through their Personal Emergency Response System (PERS). - January 17, 2010 - MedFirst Alert
Kathy Martinez to Appear at Enable America Disability Employment Forum
Enable America is a non-profit organization devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities. At this year's annual forum the U.S. Assistant Secretary of Labor, Kathy Martinez, will appear and speak. - January 14, 2010 - Enable America
Legacy of Giving Continues-the Malina Girls Help Students with Autism in Their Community
The Malina daughters raise funds for The Victory Center for Autism and Behavioral Challenges, a not-for-profit school for children with Autism and Behavioral Challenges in North Miami, FL - December 09, 2009 - The Victory Center for Autism & Behavioral Challenges
Enable America Mentoring Program Leads to Employment
While participating in an Enable America mentoring program designed to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, a Navy veteran was hired by a construction firm. Keith Ferguson is now on the job at a Clark/Hunt construction site in San Antonio. - December 05, 2009 - Enable America
Enable America Congratulates Clark Construction for Helping Veterans
On November 19, Clark Construction provided on-the-job employment mentoring to seven disabled military veterans, as part of a Disabled Veterans Employment Mentoring Month program held in conjunction with Enable America. - November 25, 2009 - Enable America
Gerdau Ameristeel Helps Disabled Veterans in Florida
As part of Disabled Veterans Employment Mentoring Month, Gerdau Ameristeel provided on-the-job experience to a group of veterans looking for employment. This program was produced in conjunction with Enable America, a non-profit committed to improving employment opportunities for all people with disabilities. - November 20, 2009 - Enable America
Wheelchair Tote Bags Added to Product Line at CoolWheelchairStuff
CoolWheelchairStuff has launched a new line of hand-crafted wheelchair tote bags. The unique tote bags are perfect for everybody, wheelchair users and non-users alike. Versatile and roomy, the 12"x13.5" bags feature two sets of straps: short 7" side straps are perfect for hanging on push handles while the 13.5" standard straps can be used for carrying by hand or over shoulder. - November 20, 2009 - Kramer Enterprises
Clark Construction to Mentor Disabled Veterans in San Antonio
In conjunction with Disabled Veterans Employment Mentoring Month, a Texas construction company will provide on-the-job mentoring to military veterans at one of its work sites in San Antonio. - November 18, 2009 - Enable America
Enable America Applauds President's Plan to Help Military Veterans
November is Disabled Veterans Employment Mentoring Month. Enable America, which works to improve employment opportunities for people with disabilities, supports President Barack Obama's creation of the Council on Veterans Employment. - November 13, 2009 - Enable America
Enable America Congratulates Gerdau Ameristeel
November is Disabled Veterans Employment Mentoring Month. Enable America builds bridges between people with disabilities and organizations to improve employment opportunities. - November 12, 2009 - Enable America
Special Olympics Invites Supporters to 8th Annual Gala and Live Auction
Special Olympics Northern California will hold its 8th annual fundraising gala on Nov.13, 2009 at the Four Seasons Hotel in San Francisco. Presented by Chevron Corp., the Spirit of the Season gala will help raise money for sports equipment, training and competition in 2010. More than 13,000... - November 11, 2009 - Special Olympics Northern California
Special Olympics Partners with Saks Fifth Avenue for the Second Annual Fall Fashion Event
Join five time Olympic gold medalist, Gary Hall Jr., Andy Miyares, Special Olympics world record holder, the 2010 South Florida firefighter calendar models, artist Rick Garcia and Megan Clementi, Miss Florida USA® for a spectacular afternoon of awards, surprises and fashion. - November 10, 2009 - Special Olympics Miami Dade County
Concert of Christmas Music, Lincoln Center, NY
Summary Blurb: Raymond Arrroyo emcees a spirited Christmas concert at Alice Tully Hall Starr Theater, Lincoln Center, “Merry Christmas New York City!” to celebrate the real reason for the season. - November 08, 2009 - ColorBlindMusic Ministries
Enable America Puts Out Call to Disabled Veterans
In November Enable America is coordinating employment mentoring programs for disabled veterans, to assist those who have difficulty finding work. The non-profit organization is urging those who want to participate to contact the group now. November is "Disabled Veteran Employment Mentoring Month." - November 06, 2009 - Enable America
Enable America Expands Into San Antonio
Enable America, the non-profit that improves employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is expanding into Texas. In its initial program, the organization will provide employment mentoring for disabled veterans in San Antonio. Enable America has declared November to be Disabled Veteran Employment Mentoring Month. - November 04, 2009 - Enable America
Platform Lift a Work of Art
The Wordsworth Museum & Art Gallery is using a movemanSKG Prima Plus platform lift to allow less able visitors to access the gift shop and a newly refurbished gallery area. - November 01, 2009 - movemanSKG
North American Seminars, Inc. Introduces Advancements in the Management and Treatment of Spinal Cord Injury - Limited 2009-2010 Engagements
North American Seminars, Inc. introduces Advancements in the Management and Treatment of Spinal Cord Injury for limited engagements in 2010. This course is a physical therapy continuing education course focused on assisting patients with spinal cord injury. - October 30, 2009 - North American Seminars
Enable America Declares November "Disabled Veteran Employment Mentoring Month"
Enable America is a non-profit working to improve employment opportunities for all people with disabilities. In November, in conjunction with Veterans Day, it will focus efforts on providing employment mentoring to those with service-related disabilities. - October 30, 2009 - Enable America
Enable America Honors Companies for Disability Mentoring
Enable America, the non-profit devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, sends its thanks and congratulations to six Raleigh, North Carolina companies, as they begin mentoring programs. Those companies are Progress Energy, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, the Carolina Hurricanes, Rex HealthCare, SAS and WRAL-TV. - October 29, 2009 - Enable America
Community Workforce Solutions Holds 2nd Annual Kroger Graduation Ceremony
Community Workforce Solutions, Inc. held the 2nd annual graduation ceremony for the Kroger community-based training program on October 1st. At this time, 13 individuals with disabilities or other barriers to employment were recognized for their work. - October 26, 2009 - Community Workforce Solutions, Inc.
North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue Welcomes Enable America
Enable America, a non-profit working to improve employment for people with disabilities, is expanding operations in Raleigh and eastern North Carolina. NC Governor Bev Perdue is welcoming the organzation and thanking native son Richard Salem for contributions to this effort. - October 18, 2009 - Enable America
Web Tool Helps Disabled San Franciscans Find the Latest Hotspots
“Where’s Lulu” Serves Up Accessible Places, Events, and Services in the Bay Area. - October 14, 2009 - Where's Lulu, Inc.
Enable America Endorses President's Plan to Improve Employment for People with Disabilities
Enable America, a non-profit devoted to improving employment for disabled veterans and others with disabilities, is applauding new initiatives announced by President Barack Obama, that will open new opportunities for employment. - October 10, 2009 - Enable America
The First Truly Affordable Full Screen Software Magnifier
Innovation Management Group, Inc. (IMG) announced that it has begun shipping the latest release of its The Magnifier 1.50. A low cost, full screen magnification software application for Windows. Most magnification software products on the market are designed for individuals who have extreme visual impairments or are legally blind and can cost from a few hundred to several thousand dollars. The Magnifier is the first truly affordable full screen magnifier priced within the reach of average users. - October 09, 2009 - Innovation Management Group, Inc
Free Seminars Examine Social Security Disability Benefits
White Plains law firm, Markhoff & Mittman, is offering two Free seminars to help people learn more about obtaining Social Security Disability Benefits in New York this month. Call (718) 509-9596 to reserve your seat today! - October 02, 2009 - Markhoff & Mittman PC
Governor Bev Perdue Honorary Co-Host of Enable America Event in Raleigh
North Carolina Governor Bev Perdue will be honorary co-host of Enable America's celebration of Disability Mentoring Day, to be held in Raleigh on October 21. Enable America is a non-profit devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities. - September 30, 2009 - Enable America
Progress Energy Joins Enable America in North Carolina Expansion
Enable America, the non-profit devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is expanding operations in Raleigh and North Carolina. Progress Energy, which has been proactive in supporting and developing a diverse workforce, is joining Enable America as their official local partner. - September 26, 2009 - Enable America
Lifting Solution for Extreme Access Needs
movemanSKG’s new platform lift, Companion Extreme, features a robust steel construction with a painted finish. This means it resists rust and withstands harsh weather conditions, even those typical of Scandinavian winters. Suitable for wheelchair users, the lift is perfect for companies with... - September 24, 2009 - movemanSKG
Enable America Supports Disability Mentoring Day
Enable America, the non-profit devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is supporting and encouraging all businesses to participate in Disability Mentoring Day, held each October. This year marks the 10th anniversary of the program. Hillsborough County's event will be held on October 22. - September 19, 2009 - Enable America
Enable America Expands Operations in Raleigh, North Carolina
Enable America, the non-profit devoted to improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities, is expanding operations in Raleigh, North Carolina. A number of prominent Raleigh businesses have agreed to take part in the organization's employee mentoring programs. - September 17, 2009 - Enable America
Sick and Tired of Being Sick ... And Ignored, Charles-A. Rovira Did Something About It
Whether you're a person with a rare disease, or just the member of an ignored minority, you can learn what he learned and do what he does to make your own way through the blind spots of "Big Media," get your disease or cause noticed and get "action." - August 19, 2009 - MSBPodcast