In February of 2009, New Haven Ballet began a “shared ability” choreography project for children ages 10-17 who have physical disabilities and students from New Haven Ballet. Now in its third year, the goals of the program include increasing New … Continue reading
admin
QUITO, Ecuador — Like many upper-class Ecuadoreans, Lenin Moreno rarely noticed people with disabilities. A successful businessman and politician, he was too busy being an overachiever. All that changed in 1998. After buying bread at a Quito grocery store, Moreno … Continue reading
MILFORD — Applications for the State of Connecticut Homeowners Tax Credit Program and the City of Milford Local Tax Credit Benefit are being taken in the Assessors office located at the Parson’s Government Complex, 70 West River St. Eligibility for … Continue reading
With the flu widespread across much of the country far earlier than normal, federal health officials are warning people with developmental disabilities to be particularly cautious. Currently, 47 states are reporting widespread flu activity, according to the latest data from … Continue reading
Some young disabled athletes are having their own Oscar Pistorius moments — not by breaking barriers in the Olympics, but by battling sports officials over whether and how they should be accommodated in competitions with able-bodied athletes. During his ascent … Continue reading
An important event for anyone who works with, treats or supports individuals with brain injuries including APRNs, athletic trainers, certified rehabilitation counselors, coaches, educators, neuropsychologists, nurses, OTs, PTs, social workers, speech language pathologists, state agency personnel. Hilton Hartford is located … Continue reading
WINDSOR, Conn. — The State of Connecticut and FEMA officials have announced extension of the deadline for individuals to register for federal disaster assistance to Jan. 28, 2013. The deadline for the completion and return of loan applications from the … Continue reading
Disabled voters with permanent absentee ballot status will no longer have to apply repeatedly to receive a ballot. A new law taking effect Tuesday allows people with the status to automatically receive an absentee ballot for each election, primary and … Continue reading
How to go to the drive thru without arms For more on this story, visit: How to go to the drive thru without arms – YouTube. … Continue reading
A proposed rule would force businesses to hire disabled workers. Why is that making companies with existing disability programs uneasy? As companies such as AMC Theatres, Home Depot, and Microsoft can attest, disabled workers can be a great asset. But … Continue reading