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Come enjoy an exceptional wine tasting on February 16, 2012 at the Fairmont Pittsburgh Hotel and support Three Rivers Center for Independent Living’s (TRCIL Services, Inc.) Annual Giving Campaign at the same time! For more details visit http://trcil.myfastsite.net/2012/01/25/wine-tasting/.

Three Rivers Center for Independent Living » You are Invited to a Wine Tasting!

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Posted: 11:56 2012-01-26 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Want to learn how work impacts work incentives in support of employment and financial self-sufficiency? Attend a workshop on February 9! More details at http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/2011/12/how-will-working-affect-supplemental-security-income-andor-social-security-disability-insurance-benefits/

How will working affect Supplemental Security Income and/or Social Security Disability Insurance Ben

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Lynnette Shirk from Goodwill's Work Incentives Planning and Assistance Services Program (WIPA) will discuss how WIPA assists individuals who are receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and/or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits and are interested in work. She will discuss how w...

Posted: 8:19 2012-01-26 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Tomorrow, Tri-County Patriots for Independent Living (TRIPIL) is welcoming two medal winners from the Wheelchair Games to talk about their achievements in rifle competitions and rugby matches! Can't wait to hear their stories about Living Well With A Disability!

Posted: 14:54 2012-01-25 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

We have news for you! What is quality health care? Where’s sled hockey offered? Why did Mike King travel cross-country using his wheelchair? Read this month’s articles at www.LivingWellWithADisabilty.org and be sure to sign up to receive February’s issue!

Posted: 9:35 2012-01-24 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Like to exercise? Have you tried a Living Well With A Disability fitness center in your area? Find yours by visiting http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/living-healthy/.

Living Healthy | Living Well With A Disability

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If your goal is to have a healthier lifestyle, Living Well With A Disability can assist you in reaching it. To live the healthiest life possible,

Posted: 8:23 2012-01-23 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Reality show starts in April, showing women who use wheelchairs and their day-to-day lives! One star of the show pointed out, "I think the common denominator with us is our wheelchairs. But it's not about the wheelchair. It's about our spirit, and how we just live life to the fullest."

Push Girls: Meet the wheelchair-bound stars of a groundbreaking new reality show

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The cast face struggles that will be familiar to many modern women. Except these ladies have the added challenge of living in Hollywood with physical disability.

Posted: 15:35 2012-01-19 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

What did you do over the holidays? Did you try ice skating? If in Erie, PA, adaptive ice skating is right around the corner! Read on: http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/2011/12/winter%E2%80%99s-here-%E2%80%93-time-to-put-on-the-skates/

Winter’s Here – Time to Put on the Skates! | Living Well With A Disability

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It’s that time of year again to hit the slopes, go sledding or even try something new like ice skating! Located in Erie, Pennsylvania, Gliding Stars

Posted: 8:05 2012-01-19 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Recently, a community member attended the Center for Independent Living of Central PA's Yoga class in Newport.We had to pass along her excitement, as she is thrilled about the partnership with the instructor, and the availability of these classes in Newport. She is really excited about what the CILCP is doing to assist people in living well!

Posted: 13:34 2012-01-18 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

January is National Braille Literacy Month! Here are a few resources and options for Braille Technology: http://www.disaboom.com/vision-and-hearing-technology/braille-technology-low-technology-blind-options

http://www.disaboom.com/vision-and-hearing-technology/braille-technology-low-technology-blind-option

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Posted: 8:52 2012-01-17 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Did you know some libraries will go to your home to deliver books if you’re not able to leave your home? We’ve added a few more libraries that provide this service, so visit http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/countless-resources/ and select “Library” under the Resource Type drop down menu.

Countless Resources | Living Well With A Disability

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Living Well With A Disability is one call, countless resources, endless opportunities. Here you will find a database of resources across Pennsylvania specifically for people with disabilities. Our list contains resources, such as hotels, sign language interpreters, legal groups, ...

Posted: 10:33 2012-01-12 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Tired of being cooped up in the house? Head to Philadelphia and visit the Please Touch Museum! Check out what they have to offer: http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/2011/01/introduce-your-child-to-a-different-lifestyle-at-please-touch-museum/

Introduce Your Child to a Different Lifestyle at Please Touch Museum! | Living Well With A Disabili

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Children learn in many different ways and Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia provides an interactive zone designed to encourage playtime and learning for

Posted: 12:40 2012-01-11 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

15 emerging artists with disabilities are showcasing their artwork at the Smithsonian Riley Center! The exhibition is open through January 22, 2012! For more information, visit http://www.si.edu/Exhibitions/Details/Momentum-A-National-Juried-Exhibition-for-Emerging-Artists-with-Disabilities-Ages-16-25-4733

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Posted: 11:02 2012-01-09 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Checkout the scholarships that are available for young adults pursuing higher education!

Scholarships for individuals living with paralysis

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Realizing the financial burdens that exist for many of these families, we've developed the 180 Medical Scholarship Program to honor these young adults who pursue goals of higher education.

Posted: 15:33 2012-01-06 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Are you attending the 2012 Autism Conference in Philadelphia? Held by the Association of Behavioral Analysis International (ABAI), the event is January 27-29 at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown. For more information visit http://www.abainternational.org/events/autconf2012/index.asp.

Events organized by the Association for Behavior Analysis

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The Association for Behavior Analysis is dedicated to promoting the experimental, theoretical, and applied analysis of behavior....

Posted: 12:02 2012-01-06 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Think your chili has what it takes for the Chili Throw Down? Then, you need to enter the Center for Independent Living of Central PA's Chili Throw Down on January 30 at 11:30 a.m.! It’s only $5.00 to enter, and $2.00 to taste a cup of chili! Be sure to bring spare change to cast your votes! Proceeds will go to CILCP’s Living Well With A Disability Spring Dance. For rules and to sign your chili up, email Joyce Ashe at jashe@cilcp.org by January 20.

Posted: 10:41 2012-01-06 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Have you joined? Starting January 10, people with disabilities in Perry county and surrounding areas can attend exercise classes at the Center for Independent Living of Central PA's Newport office! Classes are $5, or free if you're a CILCP consumer. Classes begin at 5:30, and yoga starts at 6:30. Call (717) 567-0306 for more information!

Posted: 10:55 2012-01-05 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Live in Fayette county, and want to learn sign language? Starting Saturday, January 7 at 10:00 a.m., classes will be provided at no cost. Held at the Samaritan’s Well, the group practices each Saturday from 11:15 – 12:00. Contact Cathy Z. at 724-736-2000 or email hearfayette@gmail.com for info.

Posted: 7:36 2012-01-05 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

My New Year's Resolution is ____________________ (fill in the blank).

Posted: 7:48 2012-01-04 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Know a veteran with a disability who is living well? Let us highlight him or her in our newsletter! Send an email to resources@livingwellwithadisability.org telling us about the person, and include your contact info.

Posted: 14:39 2012-01-03 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Happy New Year Living Well With A Disability Fans! We hope you had a wonderful and safe holiday! We can't wait to provide you more information, resources and opportunities to live well in 2012!

Posted: 9:21 2012-01-03 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

We're just about a week away from ringing in the new year! What's your New Year's resolution?

Posted: 7:51 2011-12-23 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Did you know that Center for Independent Living of Central PA now offers Internet Cafes for consumers? Both offices offer Internet for you to use to research information. To learn more, call 1-877-865-4893.

Posted: 11:12 2011-12-21 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Last chance to give us your feedback! Tell us what you think about the Living Well With A Disability E-newsletter and website. Click here to take the quick survey: http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22E5XD7KZSZ

Living Well With A Disability 2012 Survey for E-newsletter and Facebook

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Posted: 8:56 2011-12-21 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

On January 25, join a teleconference, Partnerships to Assist Agricultural Workers and other Rural Residents with Disabilities. Learn about the history, mission, and structure of AgrAbility; what new resource materials there are for serving rural audiences; the Center for Independent Living (CIL) connection and impact farm visits can have on the home and environment; and, share ideas and experiences. No registration fee. For more information, call Kathy Hatch, Training and Technical Assistance for APRIL and the IL Net at 864-670-9283.

Posted: 8:10 2011-12-21 ⋅ Comment

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Be sure to check your inbox for the December Living Well With A Disability E-newsletter! Not signed up? Visit our website to receive the monthly e-newsletter! www.LivingWellWithADisability.org

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Posted: 9:31 2011-12-20 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Did you know accessible cabs debuted in Philadelphia? Take a look!

Wheelchair-accessible cabs debut in Philly

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A new taxi company is making it easier for the disabled to move freely around Philadelphia Freedom Taxi is the first company to put wheelchair accessible taxis on the streets of Philadelphia We had

Posted: 15:32 2011-12-19 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Is exercise part of your living well goals? Center for Independent Living of Central PA will offer exercise classes at its Newport office, starting January 10th from 5:30-6:30. Yoga classes will be offered from 6:30-7:30 p.m. Classes are $5.00 per person, unless a CILCP consumer. They’re free to consumers. Call (717) 567-0306 for more information!

Posted: 12:57 2011-12-19 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

What does it mean to have an inclusive workforce? Guest Blogger David Egan, Distribution Clerk at Booz Allen Hamilton and Advocate for People with Disabilities shares what it means in his eyes. http://blog.govdelivery.com/usodep/2011/12/my-story.html

My Story - Disability.gov

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By Guest Blogger David Egan, Distribution Clerk at Booz Allen Hamilton and Advocate for People with Disabilities I recently shared my story as a speaker at the Alliance for Full Participation Summit in November, and today, I would like to post some of my thoughts and experiences on Disability.Blog. ...

Posted: 8:15 2011-12-15 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Are there resources, disability-related topics, or individuals you want highlighted in the Living Well With A Disability e-newsletter? We want your feedback! Please take a few minutes to take this survey, and tell us what you would like added to our website and e-newsletter! http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22E5XD7KZSZ

Living Well With A Disability 2012 Survey for E-newsletter and Facebook

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Posted: 11:48 2011-12-14 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Is working out a goal of yours? Michelle, a participant of Center for Independent Living of Central PA's fitness classes said, "I really enjoy the classes and have become more active. I wish there were more classes like this!" - Check out http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/living-healthy/ to find an accessible fitness center near you!

Living Healthy | Living Well With A Disability

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If your goal is to have a healthier lifestyle, Living Well With A Disability can assist you in reaching it. To live the healthiest life possible,

Posted: 12:57 2011-12-13 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

I want to find resources for ____________________________.

Posted: 10:27 2011-12-12 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Love to ski, or want to try it? Visit http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/countless-resources/ to find adaptive skiing resources!

Countless Resources | Living Well With A Disability

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Living Well With A Disability is one call, countless resources, endless opportunities. Here you will find a database of resources across Pennsylvania specifically for people with disabilities. Our list contains resources, such as hotels, sign language interpreters, legal groups, ...

Posted: 8:33 2011-12-05 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Did you know tomorrow is International Day of Persons with Disabilities? How will you recognize this day?

Posted: 8:59 2011-12-02 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

As we prepare for our 2012 e-newsletters, we want to know...What type of articles do you want to read? What type of resources do you want to learn more about? Don't receive the Living Well With A Disability e-newsletter? Download the November newsletter by visiting http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/news/ and sign up today!

News | Living Well With A Disability

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Below is the latest news about the Centers for Independent Living and what they’re doing when it comes to Living Well With A Disability! Want to learn more? For more news, click here!

Posted: 13:01 2011-12-01 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Want more time to apply for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program? You’re in luck! The deadline has been extended to December 31. The program benefits people with disabilities 18 years or older, Pennsylvanians age 65+, and widows and widowers 50 years or older. For more info, visit http://pa.gov/portal/server.pt/community/property_tax_rent_rebate_program/11410 or call toll free 1-888-222-9190.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program

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Property Tax/Rent Rebate application forms and assistance are available at no cost from Department of Revenue district offices, local Area Agencies on Aging, senior centers and state legislators’ offices.

Posted: 7:31 2011-11-30 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Did you know there's a lending library for assistive technology? Learn what's available and how it works: http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/2011/11/assistive-technology-try-it-before-you-buy-it/

Assistive Technology: Try It Before You Buy It | Living Well With A Disability

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Do you need Assistive Technology, but want to try the equipment before you buy it? According to Zonna Jackson of the Pennsylvania’s Assistive Technology

Posted: 11:22 2011-11-28 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

We hate to say it, but snow could be around the corner! Are you prepared for it? Visit www.readypa.org to learn preparation tips!

ReadyPA | Disaster Preparedness & Emergency Preparedness Tips from ReadyPA.org

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At ReadyPA.org you will learn about emergency preparedness, making a plan and getting involved to help others.

Posted: 7:23 2011-11-28 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Be sure to check your inbox for the November Living Well With A Disability E-newsletter! Not signed up? Visit the website to receive the monthly e-newsletter!

Posted: 13:33 2011-11-23 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

What are you thankful for this Thanksgiving?

Posted: 8:56 2011-11-23 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Recently, a new handbook was published for students with autism. Written by adults with autism, it’s a step-by-step look at college life for individuals with autism — offering tips on everything from classroom accommodations to dealing with roommates. To find out more or to download it for free, visit http://www.disabilityscoop.com/2011/10/25/handbook-college-autism/14313/.

Handbook Offers College Advice For Students With Autism - Disability Scoop

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A new guide released this week offers a step-by-step look at college life for those with autism -- offering tips on everything from classroom accommodations to dealing with roommates.

Posted: 8:14 2011-11-22 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Did you know there’s an App that connects users to important mental health information and resources? The U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs and the U.S. Dept. of Defense launched the PTSD Coach smartphone app earlier this year. Users can track PTSD symptoms, link directly to support services, find information on PTSD and learn helpful strategies for managing symptoms. Visit http://www.va.gov/opa/pressrel/pressrelease.cfm?id=2102.

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) App Helps Thousands - Public and Intergovernmental Affairs

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The PTSD Coach smartphone application (app), launched in April by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Department of Defense (DoD), has already helped more than 5,000 users connect with important mental health information and resources.

Posted: 7:49 2011-11-18 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

I'm living well because I _______________________.

Posted: 9:51 2011-11-17 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Living Well Specialist, Donald Gordon from Center for Independent Living of Central PA shares his insight on technology for people with hearing disabilities.

Technology helps make life easier for vision, hearing impaired

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Advanced computer technology that has recently become affordable is enhancing the lives of those with visual and hearing impairments in ways they never dreamed possible.

Posted: 16:59 2011-11-15 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Center for Independent Living of Central PA invites you to a FREE Deaf/HOH Social Media Workshop this Thursday (11/17) from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.! Rachel Strella, who has a significant hearing loss, will discuss the use of social media (Facebook, Twitter, Linked In, etc.) and how individuals who are Deaf/HOH can effectively use it to seek employment. A business panel will share how they use social media to make hiring decisions. Food will be provided. RSVP to Donald Gordon, VP# 717-255-0124, TTY# 1–800-829-7404 or dgordon@cilcp.org.

Posted: 14:21 2011-11-14 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Did you know that massage therapy is beneficial for people with disabilities? It can increase blood and lymph circulation, increase range of motion, stimulate weak muscles, positively affect the central nervous system, reduce aches and pains - just to name a few!

Posted: 13:27 2011-11-14 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Live near Washington, PA? Join Tri-County Patriots for Independent Living (TRIPIL) tomorrow for a Manual and Power Wheelchair Demonstration featuring functionality and technology. It will be held at TRIPIL's Washington Office (69 East Beau Street, Washington, PA 15301) from 2 - 4 p.m.

Posted: 9:12 2011-11-14 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Thank you to all of the Veterans who have served!

Posted: 8:06 2011-11-11 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Do you know about the EyeNote™? The U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing recently released EyeNote™, a free app that helps individuals who are blind or have low vision denominate U.S. currency. The app uses image recognition technology to determine a note’s denomination and, in a matter of seconds, provides an audible or vibrating response. It’s for Apple iPhones (3G, 3Gs, 4), the 4th Generation iPod Touch and iPad2. Free updates will be offered whenever new U.S. currency designs are introduced. Courtesy of https://www.disability.gov/home/newsroom/disability_connection_newsletter/2011/may#eyenote

http://www.eyenote.gov/

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The EyeNote® application (app) was developed by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing (BEP) for the blind or visually impaired to use as a tool to increase accessibility to Federal Reserve Notes (U.S. paper currency). EyeNote® is built for the Apple iOS to allow the user to scan a bank note and commu...

Posted: 12:47 2011-11-09 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

2nd Annual Living Well With A Disability Awards!

Posted: 13:07 2011-11-08 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Today, PaTTAN Assistive Technology Expo is being held at the Radisson Green Tree in Pittsburgh! It's free, and you'll learn about the most recent innovations in Assistive Technology. Let us know your thoughts if you attend today's event!

Posted: 7:17 2011-11-08 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Effective July 2012, television viewing will be more accessible for people with disabilities. Recently, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released rules to reinstate video description of televsion. (http://www.aapd.com/site/apps/nlnet/content.aspx?c=pvl1lkNWJqE&b=7656267&ct=11205229¬oc=1)

http://www.aapd.com/site/apps/nlnet/content.aspx?c=pvl1lkNWJqE&b=7656267&ct=11205229¬oc=1

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Posted: 11:51 2011-11-07 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Happy Thursday! Here's to Living Well With A Disability - Great story about a teen who has the spirit of gold! http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=10150373441113934

A little good news for your day.

This is awesome. You have to watch and pass it along. A little good news for your day. Video Via- http://www.facebook.com/successnation http://www.facebook.com/coachnoor http://www.facebook.com/enrighten

Posted: 14:32 2011-11-03 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Thank you to all of those who attended today's Living Well With A Disability Awards. Congratulations to our winners Gannett Fleming (Business Category), Aaron's Acres (Non-Profit Category), Edward Dick (Volunteer Category), Nicole Moore (Individual Youth Category), and Tamara Tankersley (Individual Adult Category)!

Posted: 10:30 2011-11-02 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

CILCP is proud to be hosting the 2nd Annual Living Well With A Disability Awards today!

Posted: 6:27 2011-11-02 ⋅ Comment

Willowbrook

3 days to go to secure funding to finish our film about the history and rights of PEOPLE with DISABILITIES - PLEASE HELP! http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/936311743/willowbrook

WILLOWBROOK

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Willowbrook is a narrative short film commissioned by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation and being made at the USC School of Cinematic Arts

Posted: 17:01 2011-11-01 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Did you know it's Assistive Technology Awareness Month?

Wall Photos

Posted: 15:46 2011-11-01 ⋅ Comment

Madonna Long

Happy Halloween LWD......

Posted: 16:17 2011-10-31 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Happy Halloween! Show us your costumes!

Posted: 10:13 2011-10-31 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

The Living Well With A Disability Awards are just around the corner! Special thanks to our sponsors Highmark Blue Shield and CBS 21 for their support in helping us honor all the good work being done for and within the disability community!

Posted: 13:44 2011-10-28 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Great Living Well story for a Friday! Guide dog and teen partner to assist the teen in enjoying what she loves - running!

Blind teen keeps on running, thanks to guide dog

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Sami Stoner, 16, is legally blind, but she's traversing cross-country courses this season with her new guide dog, Chloe. Stoner is believed to be the first high school athlete in her home state of Ohio to compete with an animal.

Posted: 7:09 2011-10-28 ⋅ Comment

Smarty Ears

Hello, A special app for Speech and Language Therapy is on SALE!!! Custom Board. Custom Boards is an app designed to serve as a board and activity creator for speech therapists, teachers, special education and parents of children who need symbols to communicate and learn. Custom Boards includes over 11 thousand built in symbols from the Smarty Symbols library. http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/custom-boards/id463344117?mt=8

Custom Boards for iPad on the iTunes App Store

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Read reviews, get customer ratings, see screenshots, and learn more about Custom Boards on the App Store. Download Custom Boards and enjoy it on your iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch.

Posted: 0:03 2011-10-28 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, what does working mean to you?

Posted: 7:50 2011-10-27 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

FINAL DAY for buying Living Well With A Disability Awards tickets! Call 717-731-1900 to purchase your tickets for the event on November 2.

Posted: 8:45 2011-10-21 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

CILCP Fall Festival

Posted: 7:11 2011-10-21 ⋅ Comment

Dragonfly Landing "That Dragonfly Stuff" all natural soothing balm

For those of you who want to give this as holiday gifts check out the 5 jar special and 3 jar special save money and give the gift of pain relief

Posted: 15:34 2011-10-20 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Did you get your tickets yet for the Living Well With A Disability Awards?! They're only $15! Go to www.LivingWellWithADisability.org to purchase your ticket by tomorrow's deadline!

Living Well With A Disability

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One Call. Countless Resources. Endless Opportunities.

Posted: 14:48 2011-10-20 ⋅ Comment

Cathy Zee

Hear Fayette of St. Vincent de Paul in Uniontown has been given the chance to promote a FREE CaptionCall phone. The offer ends on October 31, 2011. You must have a hearing loss, have highspeed Internet, and a standard phone connection. Please enter PROMO CODE 1060 when ordering and mention Hear Fayette if asked. There is no delivery charge. A support person will install and train you in the use of the phone if necessary. Check out the Website.

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Posted: 8:46 2011-10-20 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Bill Tatters achieved his dream in September: skydiving! Read his full article in September’s LWWD e-newsletter: http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/2011/09/falling-4000-feet-is-%E2%80%9Cawesome%E2%80%9D/.

People Living Well!

Posted: 8:05 2011-10-20 ⋅ Comment

Cathy Zee

Hear Fayette of St. Vincent de Paul would like to post a message about the free CaptionCall phone. Will you permit us to do that?

Posted: 16:50 2011-10-19 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Congratulations to Center for Independent Living of Central PA for receiving $1,000 from Wells Fargo! Through its Community Partners Program, Wells Fargo awards organizations for their continued efforts in strengthening communities. Way to go CILCP!

Posted: 15:10 2011-10-19 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

It's Disability Mentoring Day! Today, people with disabilities are attending events, conducting mock interviews and finding out about resources for succeeding in the workplace. Did you attend any events today?

Posted: 7:48 2011-10-19 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Support the Living Well With A Disability Awards and our Gold sponsor, Highmark Blue Shield, by coming to the ceremony on November 2nd! Hear great stories and meet people going above and beyond! Purchase tickets by October 21 - call 717-731-1900 ext. 238 now to reserve your spot!

Posted: 15:34 2011-10-17 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Nominations are in! Join exclusive media sponsor CBS 21 and many others at the Living Well With A Disability Awards on November 2! Meet, honor and celebrate individuals who are truly living well! For ticket details, visit: www.LivingWellWithADisability.org

Living Well With A Disability

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One Call. Countless Resources. Endless Opportunities.

Posted: 8:56 2011-10-12 ⋅ Comment

National Association of Injured & Disabled Workers

Hello friends! Please share & check out this great resource for injured & disabled workers. Growing injury, illness, pain, and disability community with great resources & features! Forums, public & private chat rooms, live video streaming, screen sharing, polls, articles and best of all support from other members! Not to mention membership is free & all within a private network & without worrying about being judged! http://www.facebook.com/naidw

National Association of Injured & Disabled Workers

NAIDW was founded in 2009, to help injured & disabled workers & their families navigate difficult insurance industry practices, social security disability, workers' compensation system and VA benefits! NAIDW’s purpose is to provide short-term financial assistance to injured & disabled workers and their families touched by injury, illness, pain, disability and death. FREE for all Injured & Disabled Workers!

Posted: 9:23 2011-10-11 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Today's the final day for submitting nominations! Either email the materials nominations@livingwellwithadisability.org or fax to 717.432.2420. Download rules and guidelines and the nomination form at www.LivingWellWithADisability.org.

Living Well With A Disability

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One Call. Countless Resources. Endless Opportunities.

Posted: 12:15 2011-10-10 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Don't forget! Nominations for Central PA's LWWD Awards has been extended to Monday, October 10! So use the weekend to wrap up your nomination and turn it in on Monday! Visit www.LivingWellWithADisability.org for the details.

Living Well With A Disability

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Posted: 11:42 2011-10-07 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Article by Millersville University, highlights a documentary "Leave Them Laughing," chronicling the disease of Carla Zilbersmith, who was diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s disease. Founder of Living Well With A Disability, Theo Braddy and CILCP's Living Well Director spoke about the documentary. http://thesnapper.com/2011/10/06/humanities-film-series-leave-them-laughing-humor-over-sorrow/

Humanities Film Series: “Leave them laughing” humor over sorrow

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By: Anne Shaffer On Thursday, September 29, at 7 P.M., Millersville’s Humanities Film Series presented the documentary Leave Them Laughing, chronicling the disease of Carla Zilbersmith, who was diagnosed with ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, in 2008. Thomas Neuville, Special Education profes...

Posted: 9:30 2011-10-06 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Did you know that the last day to register to vote for the Municipal Election is October 11?

Posted: 10:24 2011-10-05 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

**DEADLINE EXTENSION** The Living Well With A Disability Awards will now be accepting nominations until Monday, October 10th! Don't miss your chance to nominate businesses, non-profits, volunteers, or individuals with a disability for an award!

Posted: 12:42 2011-10-04 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

It's National Disability Employment Awareness Month! What do you do at your job?

Posted: 10:48 2011-10-04 ⋅ Comment

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Posted: 11:35 2011-10-03 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

LAST DAY FOR NOMINATIONS! All documents must be submitted by 5:00 p.m. today! Need the forms? Go to www.LivingWellWithADisability.org!

Living Well With A Disability

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Posted: 9:35 2011-10-03 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Part of living well to many is incorporating fitness into their daily lives! Here's a perfect way to do that ....

New fitness classes offered in Newport

www.cumberlink.com

The Center for Independent Living of Central PA is now offering fitness classes to help people with and without disabilities

Posted: 7:08 2011-10-03 ⋅ Comment

Rita Fegan Helmer

i asked for help 2 days ago i thought this organization was there to help ppl with disabilities

Posted: 14:25 2011-09-30 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

FINAL CALL FOR NOMINATIONS! Submit forms by Monday, October 3rd by going to www.LivingWellWithADisability.org!

Living Well With A Disability

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Posted: 8:37 2011-09-30 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

CILCP staff and consumers joined people with and without disabilities on September 21 in D.C. to share their voice about Medicaid.

ADAPT - My Medicaid Matters Rally in DC 09/21/11

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ADAPT - My Medicaid Matters Rally in Washington D.C. on September 21, 2011.

Posted: 10:00 2011-09-29 ⋅ Comment

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Posted: 15:32 2011-09-28 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

With the Award nominations right around the corner, we've recognized that some are having trouble finding the materials. Please visit this link: http://www.livingwellwithadisability.org/2011/09/central-pa%E2%80%99s-2nd-annual-living-well-with-a-disability%E2%84%A2-awards/ to download your materials! Deadline is October 3!

Central PA’s 2nd Annual Living Well With A Disability™ Awards | Living Well With A Disability

www.livingwellwithadisability.org

We need your help for Central PA’s 2nd Annual Living Well With A Disability Awards! It’s time to recognize individuals and organizations in the Central

Posted: 14:00 2011-09-28 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

According to the American Association of People with Disabilities, only 57.3% of people with disabilities voted in the 2010 election? How are you going to help change this statistic?

Posted: 8:12 2011-09-28 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Posted: 7:45 2011-09-27 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

United Way of the Capital Region is holding an Adolescent Mental Health Workshop on Tuesday, October 4 from 5 – 7 p.m. in Steelton, PA. This is the first of four community workshops that will feature a light dinner, a Keynote Speaker and personal stories relating to wellness and success. For more info or to RSVP, contact Paula Henry at phenry@uwcr.org or 724-4057.

Posted: 11:57 2011-09-26 ⋅ Comment

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Posted: 10:53 2011-09-26 ⋅ Comment

Dragonfly Landing "That Dragonfly Stuff" all natural soothing balm

Originally I created "That Dragonfly Stuff" all natural healing balm for my own chronic pain, of Fibromyalgia, and arthritis. I got weary of trying to find a product that worked and was reasonably priced. Every product I tried seemed to be mainly inactive ingredients and they always had some draw back, like it smelled funny or made me hot or cold. I had years of experience with herbs/spices and natural healing, so I decided to put my mind to it, the result, "That Dragonfly Stuff". For more info check our notes, discussions and web site

Dragonfly Landing - that dragonfly stuff

www.thatdragonflystuff.com

That Dragonfly Stuff is an all natural soothing balm that helps relieve joint pain, muscle pain, dry skin and more!!!! Natural ingredients include: Shea butter, Emu oil, Arnica, Ginger and a mix of essential oils. The relaxing combination of essent

Posted: 7:31 2011-09-26 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

The clock is ticking—only one week left to nominate someone for a Living Well With A Disability Award! Remember, you can nominate a business, non-profit, volunteer who’s assisting people with disabilities in living well, or individual (adult or youth) with a disability. October 3rd is your last chance! Go to www.LivingWellWithADisability.org!

Living Well With A Disability

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Posted: 7:22 2011-09-26 ⋅ Comment

Works For Me

You only have about a week left to submit your nominations for Central PA's Living Well With A Disability's Awards! So many people are doing great things, so recognize a business, nonprofit, volunteer or someone with a disability. Nominees must reside in specific PA counties, so visit www.LivingWellWithADisability.org for details!

Living Well With A Disability

www.LivingWellWithADisability.org

One Call. Countless Resources. Endless Opportunities.

Posted: 6:38 2011-09-23 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

According to the US Census, approximately 2 million Pennsylvanian's of voting age have disabilities - more than 20% of potential voters. Are you registered to vote? Visit www.votespa.com to learn how to register!

http://www.votespa.com/

www.votespa.com

Posted: 11:30 2011-09-22 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

Time is winding down! Nominations for the second annual Living Well With A Disability Awards are due! You have until October 3rd to submit your nomination, so why not just do it today? Submit online at www.LivingWellWithADisability.org!

Living Well With A Disability

www.LivingWellWithADisability.org

One Call. Countless Resources. Endless Opportunities.

Posted: 8:43 2011-09-21 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

The MobilityWorks of Pittsburgh is hosting their 5th Annual Mobility Expo on Thursday, October 13th, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Wall, PA (near Monroeville): http://www.mobilityworks.com/blog/mobility-expo/

MobilityWorks Mobility Expos in Pittsburgh and Chicago | MobilityPost

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The Mobility Expo and Vendor Fairs will be held this coming October 6th and 13th, where handicap vans, vendors and disability organizations will be represented.

Posted: 12:31 2011-09-20 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

CILCP's Newport office is now holding fitness classes on Thursdays for consumers (5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.) and for the public (6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.). Cost? Only $5.00 for each class for the public! Call Living Well With A Disability (1-877-865-4893) for more info!

Posted: 13:33 2011-09-19 ⋅ Comment

Living Well With A Disability

This week, a library in the Pittsburgh area is rolling out a new feature for people with visual disabilities. A representative from TRCIL Services, Inc. provided demonstrations today! Check out the article!

Bookmobile to add new device » Local News » The Tribune Democrat, Johnstown, PA

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— Although funding issues remain, the Cambria County Library System’s bookmobile is expanding and this week will roll out a brand new feature. Today the library will unveil the bookmobile’s new state-of-the-art portable video magnifier. A hands-on demonstration of the new device will be given ...

Posted: 13:07 2011-09-19 ⋅ Comment