Save energy and reduce stress: Accessible spaces do both
By Julie Sawchuk, Sawchuk Accessible Solutions Five years ago, I attended Abilities Expo Toronto, anxiously looking…
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Bella’s Bumbas Gives the Gift of Mobility to Kids Across the Globe
Though the Webster, NY-based non-profit has only been in existence for five years, Bella’s Bumbas LTD. has…
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5 Myths and Facts about School Supports (504 Plans and IEPs)
By Sarah Kesty, Executive Function Coach IEPs and 504 plan meetings can be overwhelming. The…
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Grow your Savings: Open a Registered Disability Savings Plan (RDSP) Today!
The Government of Canada understands that long-term financial security is a real concern for people…
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Building Your Employ-Ability
Access 2 Accessibility (A2A), a Canadian non-profit created November 13, 2017, is a central resource…
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Do You Need to Disclose a Disability in a Job Interview?
By Adrian Johansen Living with a disability shouldn’t be a hurdle to a meaningful career.…
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A Disabled Driver’s Guide to Car Buying
Elizabeth Long Having the ability to get yourself where you need to be, enjoy your…
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High Levels of Heavy Metals Found in Popular Baby Foods Linked to Autism
By Jonathan Sharp, Environmental Litigation Group, P.C. The study “What’s in My Baby Food?” conducted by…
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Auti Angel: Heaven’s Newest Angel
By Lew Shomer Our Cherub Angel has now transitioned to become our Guardian Angel, as…
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3 Ways for Caregivers to Promote Independence for Adults with Disabilities
By Adrian Johansen There are 61 million adults in the U.S. living with some kind of disability.…
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2X Paralympian Brent Poppen to Visit L.A. Abilities Expo
Brent Poppen always aspired to be a “dirtbag.” Growing up in Long Beach, he wanted…
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The Best Rental Car Companies for Wheelchair Users
By Adrian Johansen Preparing for a road trip can be a tedious process for anyone…