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The Reformed Church in America encourages churches to celebrate Disability Sunday on October 11 and the Christian Reformed Church on October 18. This year, our theme is Agility. Terry DeYoung, Coordinator for Disability Concerns Ministry of the RCA writes, In my efforts to do life everyday—working, driving, shopping, socializing, participating in church, etc.—the physical disabilities I’ve had since birth require that I figure out stuff all the time. I must anticipate, plan, be vulnerable, and negotiate. That’s why I may say things like: “Can you help me with this? . . . Are there any other options? . . . That’s why I requested this accommodation in advance. . . . No, I’ve got this, but thanks for offering to help.” I don’t delight in coming across as a high-maintenance person who needs to have things my way. Agility calls for my respectful negotiation with others in order to function in a world that wasn’t designed with me in mind. Contrary to assumptions, people with disabilities tend to be highly agile, because they must navigate physical and social structures that are created by and for people who do not have disabilities. In this way, we can and often do “dis-able” people from participating in and joining our churches. Healthy church communities learn from people who have disabilities and provide opportunities for them to lead. Ideas to celebrate disability week include these: Use the attached bulletin insert and slides for worship. Distribute one or both of our Disability Emphasis Week devotionals to the congregation. Additional Resources: Additional Slides to use for Disability Awareness Sunday Previous Disability Awareness Sunday Information Ideas for Sermons/Messages Prayers Litanies Devotionals
15 incredible special needs and disability parenting resources that I wish I'd had from the start. These resources can drastically improve your lifestyle.
The campaign highlights the services available to University community members who every day cope with a disability or have a special accessibility need.
Many resources to explain death and grief to a person with intellectual disability, with a focus on explaining death to people with Down syndrome
Find out about the different federal and state level disability grants that are available for home renovations and repairs for households with disabilities.
November is National Family Caregiver’s month, a time when we honor the more than 65 million Americans who care for their aging or disabled loved ones.
Do you have a disability and struggle with poverty? You're not alone. Help is available. Check out the available financial assistance for disabled adults.
The terms “assistive technology” and “adaptive technology” can both be used to refer to items that make tasks easier for people with disabilities.
Out of thousands of kids waiting for adoption, kids with disabilities have an average wait of 4 years in the foster care system. These organizations are making a difference.
Our firm hosts scholarships for students with cerebral palsy & other disabilities, and all students pursuing a career in disability advocacy.
If you are seeing signs of developmental delays in your child, it may be due to medical negligence at birth.
October is Health Literacy Month – a time when health organizations, literacy programs, libraries, social service agencies, businesses, professional associations, government agencies and other groups can work together to integrate and expand the mission of health literacy – to build a world where our collective efforts will lead to health equity, where all people can attain positive health outcomes. #healthliteracymonth #healthliteracy
Physical therapy helps maximize a child's development and avoid complications related to pain, contractures and limited range of motion. | 888-419-2229.
The ABC Law Centers: Birth Injury Lawyers blog covers birth injury law topics, disability awareness, and advice for parents.
Modest progress in overcoming conflicts, but challenges persist.
Those who have a disability and receive social security benefits may be eligible for a variety of over-the-counter products, internet services, appliances, and more for free. Complimentary programs and passes may also be available. Check out these six free benefits for people on SSI and SSDI.
A Conversation between Judith Smith and John Killacky with Resources and Tips|John Killacky, Judith SmithA conversation between Judith Smith and John Killacky with resources and tips at the Americans for the Arts 2017 Annual Conference, Friday June 16, 2017.
For 30 years, Box Wheelchairs, guided by Mike Box's ethos, crafts personalized wheelchairs like Daily, WCMX, Beach Bomber, Nemesis, Mini-Box.
