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By Kerri Budde Meet Alexandra (Alex), the youngest of four children in the Strzepa family of Shrewsbury, MA. Adopted from Korea as an infant, she initially met all developmental milestones…
By Steve Simmons, USA Invictus Team Member What do you do when you face a life-changing illness, injury or wounds? What thoughts go through your mind when you hear doctors…
The United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reports that, in 2015, only 17.5% of people with a disability were employed. These dismal demographics underscore the need for Abilities Expo’s…
After only 7 years in the NBA, Jonathan Bender’s promising basketball career was sidelined by excruciating knee pain. Once the youngest player in the league, sports aficionados everywhere expected great…
It’s hard to grasp the gravity of a major life change. In an instant everything is flipped on its head. Seemingly, no one can be prepared for the emotional intensity…
The outcry from the disability community about under-representation in Hollywood is as righteous as it is resounding. To add insult to injury, too many roles tailor-made for persons with disabilities…
Oh, Kanye! Was all the Kim drama not enough? Backstory On the off chance you are just now crawling out from under a rock, here’s what’s happening with Kanye West.…
By Janis Gioia Steven Spielberg take note: the story of Katie Mathews and her service dog, Cowboy, has blockbuster film written all over it! Katie, an intelligent, kind and beautiful…
By Kay Carter If your child has an anxiety disorder, creating a calm and inviting home environment can help with the daily stresses and worries brought on by anxiety. Here…
By Chris Rohan, Former Publisher of Disabled Dealer Magazine Ifirst met Bobbi Tanberg at a luncheon in January 2007 where she was honored by the Los Angeles County Board of…
By Kristina Rhoades, Meet Up Zone Coordinator Hey, friends! Spring is in full swing and it’s hard to believe that Abilities Expo New York Metro is right around the corner!…
By Steve Spohn, AbleGamers Charity Thirty-four days ago, I lost the ability to drive my wheelchair and with it…my independence. You see, my disease, SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy), is deteriorating my…
