Tips to Take Care of a Parent with Dementia or Alzheimer’s
By Holly Kramer If you are reading this, you may have a parent who has been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer’s. While this can be a difficult time for you…
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First Winnebago Accessibility Enhanced Roam Camper Van Hits the Open Road
Abilities Expo exhibitors La Mesa RV and Winnebago are pleased to announce the first delivery of the Winnebago Roam, the first accessibility enhanced camper van from Winnebago. Both La Mesa RV and Winnebago recognize that…
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Finding Purpose in a Bardet-Biedl Syndrome Diagnosis
By Molly D’Angelo I’d guess that every parent these days is aware of the phenomenon known as “mom shaming.” Social media gives us unprecedented access to other families’ daily lives.…
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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…
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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 for answers to questions I didn’t even know I had. What I found was an…
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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 made its presence known worldwide as they assist children facing mobility challenges. Its grass roots…
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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 jargon, the fast pace, the emotional components all mix together to create some confusing moments.…
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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 with disabilities and their families. What is a RDSP? Created in 2008, the Registered Disability…
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Building Your Employ-Ability
Access 2 Accessibility (A2A), a Canadian non-profit created November 13, 2017, is a central resource hub for people with disabilities and older adults. A2A delivers programs based upon empowerment of…
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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. Yet, it is not unusual to feel as though you need to be cautious about…
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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 hobbies and be able to see friends is a huge source of happiness and fulfillment.…
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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 the non-profit organization Healthy Babies Bright Futures in 2019, which found that up to most…