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Abilities Expo Announces New World-leading Series of Accessibility Conferences
Abilities Expo is expanding its impact with exciting new partnerships designed to empower professionals in the industry. These collaborations will bring fresh opportunities for thought leadership, education and networking—helping drive innovation and connection within the disability sector.
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YouTube Star Shane Burcaw joins Abilities Zone podcast in advance of Squimy and Grubs Abilities Expo LA appearance
Join Shane and Hannah Burcaw at Abilities Expo! And tune in to hear Shane Burcaw chat with Abilities Zone podcast host Paul Amadeus Lane, where they discuss Squirmy and Grubs’ expo appearances, trade funny stories, discuss society’s perspective on disability and more.
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What Does It Mean to Overcome Change?
After facing her own challenges with disability, Alex created an organization focused on offering support, resources and community to those adjusting to life with a new disability. Her work aims to empower individuals and help them navigate their new reality with connection and understanding.
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Using Self-Awareness to Advocate for Support Needs in Different Environments
By Jordan Smelley, Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS) and Sarah Galbraith Laucks, Director of Education and Events, Abilities Expo Editor’s Note: This article is the transcript of the training from Jordan Smelley, which has been edited to make it easier to read. See below the article for more details. Click to download presentation slides from the video or…
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Reeve Foundation Leads the Pack in Resources and Support for People with Paralysis
By Rita Gentles, Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation The Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation provides a National Paralysis Resource Center (NPRC) that offers a wide range of FREE programs, resources and support systems for those affected by paralysis. The pulse of the NPRC is our Information Specialists who are trained to help anyone—from newly-paralyzed individuals and their family members to…
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What to Look for in Senior Living?
By Johny Kershaws There are several things to consider when choosing senior living for disabled people. The most important thing is to find a welcoming and inclusive community of all residents, regardless of ability level. Here are some other factors to consider: Get to know caregivers and staff Visiting the facility is one of the…
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Highly Effective Job Management Tips for Single Moms with Disabilities
By Claudia Jeffrey Around 4.1 million to 9 million single parents in the US have some kind of physical disability. Making adjustments to the new normal is the toughest thing, especially if you are a single mommy. You have to work, cook, clean, and do household chores all by yourself, yet you have nobody to share their…
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People Making a Difference: Andrew Skinner and Triumph Foundation
People Making a Difference: Andrew Skinner and Triumph Foundation Christmas, 2004 was supposed to be the pinnacle celebration to an exceptional year for Andrew Skinner. That year, he had met Kirsten, the girl of his dreams, graduated with his BS in Business, and landed a well-paying job. Life was good. But… Instead of celebrating around the sparkling…
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Join the Movement! Vote With Heart!
What are you doing right…this…second? If your answer is logging onto www.votewithheart.com and joining 3E Love’s campaign to empower Americans who are passionate about disability rights, then…kudos! It will only take a minute of your time to pledge to #VoteWithHeart and unite with a coalition of voices who are determined to create positive change for the disability…
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REV UP for National Disability Voter Registration Week
By Zach Baldwin, American Association of People with Disabilities There are over 35 million people with disabilities who are eligible to vote in the U.S. This number increases to over 62 million when we include family members in the same household, according to Rutgers University. The number of “disability voters” continues to grow when we consider the…