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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
Hire Disability Solutions(TM) Breaks Barriers to Bring Qualified Disabled Workers and Corporations Together -- Job Tools and Content Now More Easily Accessible to HireDS
Yesterday, 27,256,000 disabled Americans had no job.* Today, Hire Disability Solutions™ placed 16 disabled individuals in jobs. Only 27,255,984 to go. Hire Disability Solutions is committed to seeing that every person with a disability finds employment. "Our mission at Hire Disability... - August 17, 2009 - Hire Disability Solutions, LLC
ScootOrlando.com Mobility Scooters Are Best-in-Class for "Green" Environmental Friendly Rentals to Walt Disney World, Universal Florida and Sea World Orlando Visitors
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, Orlando Scooter Rental company, is pleased to announce their Best-in-Class status for their “Green” environmental mobility scooter rentals for visitors to Orlando area attractions such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Florida and Sea World Orlando. By selecting the newest technology, innovative designed mobility scooters they are able to offer the lightest weight yet still, full size scooters. - August 13, 2009 - Scooter Vacations
RNIB: Talking Up Digital Technology
Millions of people worldwide are set to gain an improved experience of TV thanks to a collaboration between The Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB) and leading digital technology companies to develop the world’s first ‘talking’ technology - which will reach the market... - August 13, 2009 - Royal National Institute of Blind People
Michigan Mustangs Win Their First Wheelchair PowerHockey Championship in State History
The Michigan Mustangs have won the 2009 Carolina PowerHockey Invitational after they defeated the Minnesota Selects 4-3 during the final at the RBC Center in Raleigh, North Carolina, home of the NHL’s Hurricanes. The 2009 Mustangs became the first PowerHockey team to ever bring home a... - July 24, 2009 - Wheelchair Hockey League
Lisa Batcheller, VP of Marketing and Co-Founder of Stay at Home Interviews on “Coping with Caregiving” Radio Program July 18 at 3:30 p.m. PT, 6:30 p.m. EST
“There has never been a more rewarding experience than caring for family members. However, today, 75% of family caregivers of seniors also have children at home. Many of these family caregivers either work full- or part-time,” explains Batcheller. “With the instability of our... - July 18, 2009 - Stay at Home
Developmental Disabilities Association Awards Starbucks Canada with Jobs West Employer of the Year Award
Star Employees with Down Syndrome at Starbucks - Starbucks Canada wins Jobs West Employer of the Year Award 2009/2009 - July 18, 2009 - Developmental Disabilities Association
Teen Helps Peers Manage Life with Tourette Syndrome
NJCTS Teen Spokesman Shares Strategies at Family Camp Weekend. - July 16, 2009 - New Jersey Center for Tourette Syndrome
Joni Eareckson Tada to Speak at Park Street Church in Boston
Internationally-known disability advocate Joni Eareckson Tada will speak at Park Street Church in downtown Boston on Saturday and Sunday, July 11 and 12, as part of the church’s year-long Bicentennial Celebration. Joni will address ministry to and with people with disabilities on Saturday, and will speak about suffering in three worship services on Sunday. - July 10, 2009 - Park Street Church
Local, Community Members to be Honored for Their Work on Behalf of Those with Special Needs and Disabilities at Salt Lake Bees Game
Jake Shewmake and Leeann Whiffen will be recognized at 7:05 PM during a special ceremony at home plate just before the start of the July 8, 2009, Sale Lake Bees game as part of Disability Awareness Night. - July 01, 2009 - EP Global Communications
Local, Community Members to be Honored for Their Work on Behalf of Those with Special Needs and Disabilities at Orange County Flyers Game
Jake Shewmake and Leeann Whiffen will be recognized at 7:05 PM during a special ceremony at home plate just before the start of the July 8, 2009, Sale Lake Bees game as part of Disability Awareness Night. - July 01, 2009 - EP Global Communications
Avenues Welcomes New Marketing Manager
Avenues, a nonprofit, human service agency that empowers individuals with disabilities and their families, is pleased to announce the addition of a Marketing Manager to their management staff. Pete Keitsock, Executive Director, is excited to have Jenn Terfinko join the organization and fulfill the... - June 12, 2009 - Avenues
Volunteer with Ghana’s Leading Disabled Rehabilitation Centre
Ikando is recruiting volunteers and Interns for the Accra Rehabilitation Centre. They are looking for people with an interest in helping persons with disabilities to join their team. - June 12, 2009 - Ikando Foundation
Chicago Movers All My Sons Moving and Storage Sponsor the Special Olympics of Illinois
This Chicago Moving Company supports local charities. - June 10, 2009 - All My Sons
Local, Community Members to be Honored for Their Work on Behalf of Those with Special Needs and Disabilities at Los Angeles Dodgers Game
Rabbi Paul Kipnes and the Bloomfield Family will be recognized at 7:10 PM during a special ceremony at home plate just before the start of the June 4, 2009 Los Angeles Dodgers game as part of Disability Awareness Night. - May 22, 2009 - EP Global Communications
Team Enable Competes in St. Andrews Triathlon
Enable America launches a new awareness campaign, called Team Enable. The program is designed to encourage physical activity by people with disabilities. To mark its inauguration, Team Enable competed in the St. Andrews triathlon, fielding a team that included two blind competitors. - May 01, 2009 - Enable America
Wheelchair Pride: More Than Just Another Wheelchair Blog
Wheelchair Pride celebrates wheelchair users who reach beyond their limits, who set and achieve remarkable goals. - April 27, 2009 - Wheelchair Pride
Autism Speaks Announces National Capital Area Walk Now for Autism Will be Held on October 31, 2009 on the National Mall
Autism Speaks, the nation’s largest autism advocacy organization, today announced the date for the National Capital Area Walk Now for Autism. All event proceeds support Autism Speaks who’s mission is to increase awareness about the growing autism epidemic, raise funds for research,... - April 02, 2009 - Autism Speaks National Capital Area
Re-Launch of Local Organization for Medical Anomalies
The Because I Care Foundation, Inc. is re-organizing to better serve and create awareness for people with Klippel Trenaunay Syndrome (KTS) and other similar lymphatic and vascular malformations. - March 15, 2009 - Because I Care Foundation
Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action Leaders from Across the Nation Bring a Unified Message to Capitol Hill
The Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action (DSAIA) conference will be convening this week from Wednesday, February 25 to Saturday, February 28 in Washington DC for the third annual gathering of Down syndrome leaders from across the nation. Approximately 300 leaders from 85 Down syndrome organizations... - February 23, 2009 - Down Syndrome Affiliates in Action
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