Many people with disabilities benefit from working with art by enjoying the freedom of expression. Art studios for people with disabilities are located across the country. Through art, people gain independence and self-worth. Several art studios specifically catered to people with disabilities are highlighted below. Creative Diversity, located in Louisville, KY, is a place for […]
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VA Driver Rehabilitation Program Promotes Independence for Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs provides veterans with benefits and services they have earned. One of those services is a Driver Rehabilitation program. Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Center offers a program to get veterans suffering from emotional and physical obstacles safely back behind the wheel. The Driver Rehabilitation Program gives hope to veterans who want […]
Adaptive Water Skiing Program in Alabama
Summertime is synonymous with outdoor adventures and days spent soaking up rays of sunshine. It’s the perfect time of year for outdoor water sports. Adaptive Aquatics, based in Wilsonville, AL, is a nonprofit organization dedicated to the introduction, teaching and advancement of adapted water skiing for children and adults. Annually from April to October, the organization […]
New and Innovative way to access news content!
For those who may not be able to read printed material due to a visual, physical or learning impairment there is an exciting new way to access printed publications. Not only is this innovative; it is a free service provided by the National Federation of the Blind (NFB). The NFB-Newsline offers access to printed newspapers, […]
Mark Wellman has “No Limits” and Inspires through Adaptive Climbing Wall
Mark Wellman doesn’t say the word “limits” unless the word “no” is in front of it. His “No Limits” philosophy on life encourages people to seek new heights and exceed what seems reachable. Wellman began mountain climbing at the age of 12 and continues his passion despite being paralyzed after a severe mountain climbing accident. He […]
Dancing on Wheels Company and School Revolutionizes the Perception of Dance
Mary Verdi-Fletcher became the first professional wheelchair dancer in the United States in 1980. She opened her own company, Dancing on Wheels Company and School, in Cleveland, Ohio and is now celebrating her 30th anniversary season. She was born with Spina Bifida which is a birth defect in which the backbone and spinal canal do […]