As we celebrate Father's Day in June, we want to invite you to join a conversation with two incredible dads with disabilities. Kenny Salvini and Blake Perkins will share their journey into becoming a dad and parenting with a disability. SPECIAL GUEST: Kenny SalviniKenny Salvini is a father, husband, writer, community organizer, and C-3-4 quadriplegic …
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As we celebrate Disability Pride Month and 33 years of the Americans with Disabilities Act, we invite you to a fun evening with special guests, music, spoken word, games and prizes! SPECIAL GUESTS: Sarah FergusonSarah is a rising senior at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill majoring in biology and neuroscience with a …
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Whether a high school graduate or an adult seeking higher education, navigating the transition to college can be challenging. Join us for a conversation on how to access the skills and tools needed to thrive on a college campus or online. SPECIAL GUESTS: Annie TulkinAnnie Tulkin is the Founder and Director of Accessible College, as …
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Interested a career in aviation from being a pilot, aircraft dispatcher, light sport repairman, droning, or in aviation management? Able Flight offers training scholarships to people with physical disabilities to pursue their dream. Join us for an enlightening and empowering conversation. SPECIAL GUESTS: Charles Stites Charles Stites founded Able Flight and serves as its executive …
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What is an ABLE Account? What are qualified expenses? How much can I save with ABLE? Find out the answers to these questions and more to help you save money without losing benefits. SPECIAL GUESTS: Stephanie KanterStephanie Kanter works with the Illinois Treasurer’s Office as the Deputy Director of Illinois ABLE, a savings and investment …
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Estás invitada a unirte a nosotros en un grupo de apoyo para mujeres con discapacidades. Este será un espacio donde podrás hacer preguntas y hacer comentarios....además de conocer a otras mujeres como tú y formar amistades. (En español)Esta reunión es presentada por BACKBONES y Women on Wheels NYC. Registrate Aquí
Medical crisis can create a significant financial burden most families cannot meet alone. Learn how Help, Hope, Live can help provide one-on-one fundraising help and more. SPECIAL GUESTS: Sonny MullenSonny Mullen is from the Philadelphia area and spent the first part of her career in New York City working in television. She joined Help Hope …
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Put on your best holiday swag and join us as we celebrate and reflect on this wonderful year of our PeerConnect program. Grab a cocktail, play games and win prizes as we honor our guest speakers and participants for supporting us throughout 2023! Register
Hiring, training, and retaining care workers is challenging and impacting the health of people with disabilities. Join us for this virtual event dedicated to highlight resources and valuable insights from community members and partners. Bring your own tips to exchange with others and leave with strategies to enhance the quality of care you receive and …
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Adaptive sports and experiences play a crucial role in promoting inclusivity, improving physical and mental well-being, and fostering a sense of community for people with disabilities. Join us for this conversation with our friends at Kelly Brush Foundation to learn about participating in adaptive sports programs near you and funding opportunities for equipment and life-changing …
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Celebrating 15 Years of Connections!Join BACKBONES for an unforgettable summer evening on a rooftop in Chicago as we celebrate 15 years of supporting the spinal cord injury community and forging meaningful connections. Get ready for an in-person Connect Night in the vibrant city of Chicago! Delight in music, delectable small bites, refreshing drinks, and the chance …
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In this session, we'll share practical and effective self-defense techniques for the unique challenges faced by wheelchair users. Led by experienced self-defense instructors and disability advocates, this event aims to equip participants with the skills, knowledge, and confidence necessary to assert their personal safety and security. Guests: Bill Fertig Bill Fertig is a wheelchair user …
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