disability
'Art & Healing' exhibition at KCAD offers different perspective
by (Aaminah Shakur)
Submitted 03-28-2017 under PLACE-MATTERS
What is a “healthy body” or a “healthy mind”? Should they be so highly prized? What role can art play in achieving them? These are questions running through my mind after viewing Art & Healing, an exhibition at Kendall...Alternatives in Motion announces endurance award winners
by (Coleen Davis)
Submitted 10-19-2016 under NONPROFITS
Alternatives in Motion has announced the 5th Annual AIM High Endurance Awards winners. This year’s event, featuring keynote speaker Mackenzie Woodring, will raise funds to provide people in need with access to wheelchairs and repair services....Universal Design for Worship: Shaping worship for people of all abilities
by (Katie@CLC)
Submitted 07-19-2016 under
In partnership with the Calvin Institute of Christian Worship, CLC Network is pleased to host this event for congregations and worshiping communities who want practical ways to implement universal design in worship. “Universal...Disability Advocates of Kent County encourages participation in National Disability Voter Registration Week
by (Disability Advocates)
Submitted 07-12-2016 under NONPROFITS
The American Association of People with Disabilities' REV UP campaign is proud to coordinate National Disability Voter Registration Week, July 11-15, 2016. This week is dedicated to increasing the political power of people with...Celebrate Ability Picnic
by (Disability Advocates)
Submitted 06-29-2016 under
Join us in celebrating the 26th Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as Disability Advocates' 35th Anniversary! Disability Advocates, along with community partners that provide services to individuals...Disability Advocates of Kent County throws Celebrate Ability Picnic
by (Disability Advocates)
Submitted 06-28-2016 under NONPROFITS
Join in on the celebration of the 26th Anniversary of the signing of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), as well as Disability Advocates' 35th Anniversary! Disability Advocates, along with community partners that provide services to...CLC Network (Christian Learning Center) Annual Auction 2016
by (Katie@CLC)
Submitted 12-22-2015 under
CLC Network (Christian Learning Center) Annual Auction – Saturday, January 30, 2016 Break the doldrums of mid-winter and join the family fun at CLC Network's annual Auction on Saturday, January 30 at Calvary Christian Reformed Church (3500...The Arc of Kent County launches The Assurance Plan for individuals with disabilities
by (GRTV)
Submitted 10-20-2015 under NONPROFITS
Individuals with disabilities and their families face challenges every day. But what if the individual’s caregiver is no longer around, or available to help ensure that the crucial supports and services are still in place? That’s the...SiTE:LAB community creates one more surprise at final performance of grand prize winner
by (Holly)
Submitted 10-12-2015 under OPINION
Late into a night of celebrating at SiTE:LAB on Friday after the ArtPrize Awards Ceremony, members of the team of volunteers animatedly discussed how to retrofit a swing to accommodate long-time volunteer Toni Bal. Bal is in a wheelchair as a long-...DisArt Stories Matter: Grace Teo explains Open Style Lab's work, collaboration with festival
by (GRTV)
Submitted 04-24-2015 under NONPROFITS
We build community when we share our stories - whether they be a memory, an experience or just simply telling what we think is great about this place. STORY MATTERS. is a story collecting project from The Rapidian and GRTV. This story was...