DisabilityVoice http://www.disabilityvoice.com/dvwp Just another WordPress site Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:11:54 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 DisabilityVoice Newsletter #30 – 04/24/2012 http://www.disabilityvoice.com/dvwp/blog/2012/04/23/dv-newsletter-30/ http://www.disabilityvoice.com/dvwp/blog/2012/04/23/dv-newsletter-30/#comments Mon, 23 Apr 2012 17:08:31 +0000 Timothy Carey http://www.disabilityvoice.com/dvwp/?p=1789 [...]]]> Share

This is Timothy A Carey. This is the 4th DisabilityVoice Newsletter of 2012(#30).. Click here for The Full Newsletter

What’s in The Newsletter

  • Help Bring a Voice for People with Disabilities
  • DisabilityVoice Events for May
  • Able Mind
  • On Hand Assistive Technology
  • Power Access Residential Door Opener
  • Washington State Summer Camps and More
  • New DisabilityVoice Disclaimer and Terms of Service Statement
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When Sawyer Rosenstein was 12, a punch from a bully changed his life forever, leaving him paralyzed, and at times, near death from the complications of his condition.

Now, six years after the assault, the New Jersey school board in the district where he was a student has agreed to a $4.2 million settlement.

“It feels really great to finally have just a sense of closure … that this really difficult part of my life is behind me,” Rosenstein, an 18-year-old freshman majoring in communication at Syracuse University, told msnbc.com. “I can actually focus on all of the successful things that I am doing now and all of the successful plans that I have for my future.”  View Entire Article

Author: Miranda Leitsinger Publication: MSNBC

]]> http://www.disabilityvoice.com/dvwp/blog/2012/04/22/4-2-million-for-student-paralyzed-by-bully/feed/ 0 DisabilityVoice Newsletter #29– 03/30/2012 http://www.disabilityvoice.com/dvwp/blog/2012/03/30/dv-newsletter-29/ http://www.disabilityvoice.com/dvwp/blog/2012/03/30/dv-newsletter-29/#comments Fri, 30 Mar 2012 21:38:35 +0000 Timothy Carey http://www.disabilityvoice.com/dvwp/?p=1772 [...]]]> Share

This is Timothy A Carey. This is the 3rd DisabilityVoice Newsletter of 2012(#29).. Click here for The Full Newsletter

What’s in The Newsletter

  • Help Bring a Voice for People with Disabilities
  • Family Care and IRIS Enrollment Cap Lifted – WI
  • Miracle League
  • Portable Ceiling Lift
  • Usable Smart Phone Apps For Disabled People
  • DisabilityVoice Events for April
  • A Tour of Healthinfo Island
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One year from now, the federal government will stop issuing paper checks for Social Security benefits including Supplemental Security Income, or SSI.

The U.S. Treasurer said Thursday that the clock is now ticking for those who continue to receive a monthly check in the mail. By March 1, 2013, all beneficiaries — including those with disabilities — will be required to get their payments electronically through direct deposit or on a debit card.  View Entire Article

Author:     Publication: Disabilities Scoop

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The Obama administration is asking for the public to weigh in on how to make government websites and other information technology more accessible for people with disabilities.  The request comes as federal officials work to develop a strategic plan to enhance technological accessibility.  View Entire Article

Author:     Publication: Disabilities Scoop

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A few years ago, Smith wrote a letter to Sony’s San Diego studio, the developers of the top-rated “MLB: The Show” series, and the producers were so moved by Smith’s passionate words about baseball, the Cardinals and their video game, that Sony went ahead and created Smith’s character in “MLB 10: The Show.”

According to Smith, seeing the cyber version of himself gave him a feeling like never before. It was as if by some miracle his cerebral palsy ceased to exist nine innings at a time.

 It’s a feeling he wants to share with other disabled gamers.

Full Article

Author: Jon Robinson Publication: ESPN  Date: 1/25/11

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Justin Hines is a young Canadian singer/songwriter releasing his first album in the U.S. called “Days to Recall” and Tracy Smith from CBS reports how his music, and story, will inspire you.  View Video Article

Publication: CBS News

 

Some of His Music Videos
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Message from Timothy Carey:

Fox Cities Performing Arts Center and Celebrating Abilities present Justin Hines at the Performing Arts Center in Appleton. Tuesday, March 12 2013 at 7:30 PM. I am a part of the Celebrating Abilities Board partially responsible for bringing Justin to the PAC.

 

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Taking your son/daughter on the autism spectrum to the dentist poses many  challenges. This article hopes to make you aware of some of these challenges  prior to your first visit, as well as provide some useful ways to deal with  them. Included in this article are three main areas that are most often in need  of attention:preparation, sensory issues and communication.
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Author:  IRCA   Publication:  Autism Support Network

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February 19, 2012 (CHICAGO) (WLS) — Music therapy is a significant support for children with different disabilities. Not just singing, but also using instruments.

Matthew Dinkel, 11, has liked music since he was a baby.  View Entire Article

 Author: Karin Meyer  Publication: ABC Local Chicago

Additional:

 Illinois Association for Music Therapy

American Music Therapy Association

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 Like a lot of smartphone users, Rolando Terrazas, 19, uses his iPhone for email, text messages and finding a decent coffee shop. But Terrazas’ phone also sometimes serves as his eyes: When he waves a bill under its camera, for instance, the phone tells him how much it’s worth.
 Listen to Entire Article
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Author:    Publication:  National Public Radio Blogs

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