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Disability Community News Feb 2009 Episode 2By Thomas C. Weiss - Feb 16, 2009 8:37:35 AM The Disabled World February Disability Community Newsletter - Episode 2.
Disability Community Newsletter Paraplegic Angela Madsen Joins Crew Attempting to Row Across Indian Ocean Woodvale Challenge Ocean Rowing will be launching an 8 person crew to attempt a speed record. The crew of 8 will begin at the same time and location as the other boats in the Indian Ocean 2009 race and finish at the same location in much less time than it takes the other racers setting one of multiple records. Speed record across the Indian Ocean. No 8 man crew has ever rowed any ocean Angela will be the first woman to have completed the Indian Ocean row (providing she gets there first and is the only female in the crew of 8) Angela will be the First Paraplegic and woman with a disability to have ever rowed across the Indian Ocean and the first to Paraplegic and woman with a disability to have rowed across 2 oceans. Special Olympic Games Open Idaho businesses, organization, schools and community members proudly welcomed the Special Olympic Athletes and their support teams to the city of Boise with more than 10,000 people packed into the Idaho Center on Saturday afternoon to welcome athletes from around the world and usher in the 2009 Special Olympics World Winter Games. At the opening ceremonies athletes cheered, waved and danced to music from around the world as they filled the floor of the Idaho Center. Buying an Electric Mobility Scooter The decision of which electric scooter to buy can be daunting, however. Scooters are an investment that you can enjoy for many years, so taking the time to do your research ahead of time can save you frustration down the road. This guide will help you familiarize yourself with the questions to ask to ensure that you buy the mobility scooter that best suits your needs. 1. Are you looking for an electric scooter primarily for indoor or for outdoor travel? Where you plan to use your scooter will have a major impact on your choice of which model to buy. If you are planning to use your scooter mostly inside your home, for example, a tight turning radius and easy maneuverability are going to be your most important concerns. A compact mobility scooter could be the right choice for you. Hoists and Lifts for Disabled Explained There are several hoisting systems available on the market and manufacturers worldwide are designing new hoists which make the lifting and transfer of patients an easier experience. The question is: How do you choose which product is right for you? Lift and transfer products fall into 3 main types. Ceiling Lifts (sometimes called Overhead hoists), Floor Lifts (hoists) and Wall Lifts (hoists). Google Talk is a Windows application for Voice over IP and instant messaging, offered by Google. The first beta version of the program was released on August 24, 2005. The Google Talk client is currently only available for Windows 2000, XP, Server 2003, and Windows Vista. Google reports that they are working on adding new features such as supporting SIP in a future release, which would broaden the userbase for the program. Currently Google Talk doesn't have anywhere near as many users as other IM systems such as MSN and Yahoo, however its clean, simple interface and voice talk features make it a good choice and it is steadily growing in popularity. Computerized Writing Aids Assist Persons with Aphasia It is possible to improve writing skills for those with aphasia with the aid of computerized writing aids. This is the conclusion of a doctoral thesis from the Sahlgrenska Academy at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. Aphasia affects the ability to understand and use spoken language, and the ability to read and write. Persons with aphasia were trained in the use of computerized writing aids in the study on which speech and language pathologist Ingrid Behrns' doctoral thesis is based. The subjects were aided by a computer-based spell-checker and a program for word prediction, similar to that used when writing SMS messages on mobile telephones. The thesis shows that writing ability improved in several ways with the aid of these programs.
However, many people are intimidated by the fact that they don't know how to navigate the process of getting a government job. Don't let fear of the unknown eliminate a fantastic opportunity! With an understanding of how the process works, getting a government job will seem like a walk in the park. Finding Government Jobs The first hurdle you have to cross is locating government jobs for which you are qualified. Because government jobs are not always posted in the same formats - or in the same places - as jobs in the private sector, most job seekers overlook them entirely. Unfortunately, health insurance for the self-employed tends to be more expensive than employee-offered group insurance plans. This may be why well over half of all self-employed Americans don't carry an insurance policy. While this saves them money in the short-term, it can be financially disastrous when they find they need to go see a doctor. Its core value is to Promote Self-Reliance. The culture within Pathfinders is one of friendly support. Pathfinders' IT leadership proposed a project to design and build a network infrastructure that would provide security for sensitive data, data storage, Internet access, email access, updated applications and hardware, and user training. Changing the environment would affect the organizational structure and culture of Pathfinders. This paper discusses the organizational changes that occurred due a change in technology. 1. Safe entry and exit. Everyone needs to be able to get in and out of the residence safely in case of an emergency. It's best to have at least 2 entries/exits for different escape routes. Maybe an accessible ramp or lift is required to avoid steps. We don't go up steps to enter the grocery store and we shouldn't need to go up steps to get into our homes. To achieve a 0-step entry there are a few ways to achieve this. One is to bring the grade up to door threshold using dirt then brick pavers or cement. For more than a few steps a lift in the garage is a good way to go. They are inconspicuous for security reasons, take up little space, and you can move them. Camp Oakhurst - Camps for Disabled - New York Camp Oakhurst operated by the New York Service for the Handicapped serves children and adults with physical disabilities. Camp Oakhurst is accredited by the American Camping Association and licensed by the New Jersey State Department of Health. Everyone, including children and adults who have physical disabilities, needs a vacation away from home. Camp Oakhurst gives campers with disabilities a fun-filled summer vacation in a place where it's easy to participate in activities, make friends, feel accepted, and gain independence. Disability Art Presented at 2009 Armory Show by VSA Arts For its inaugural debut during the Armory Show, VSA arts is pleased to present work by sixteen artists with disabilities at Booth #1601 on Pier 94, many of whom whose work has been heavily influenced by their disability experience, reimagining and defying the limitations of the body and the mind. "The Outsider Art movement has drawn the world's attention to and critical acclaim for artists with disabilities," said Soula Antoniou, president of VSA arts. "VSA arts' inaugural booth at the Armory highlights and showcases the depth of work from artists with disabilities by considering their contributions within a greater context. We're pleased to bring the work of these artists - both established and emerging - before the critics, artists, galleries and art lovers who will be at this year's Armory Show."
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