The UAH Ability Sport Network (ASN) is an Adapted Youth Sport League Focusing on Paralympic Sports and Intended for Middle and High School Students with Functional Limitation Based on Physical Disabilities.
Sarah Williams talks with Dr. David Kyle, ASN Director, in introducing the program and services.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Derogatory Terms That People With Disabilities Place Upon Themselves
Zarius Walker talks us through limiting beliefs, both from ourselves and our community, and the words that can transpire from those beliefs.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Sarah Williams talks with Nancy Becher about Invisible Warriors.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Disability Tug-Of-War with Zarius Walker _ Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Staying in Shape and Building Muscle with Cerebral Palsy. Zarius Walker gives you an introduction to being physically active through adaptive exercises, benefits of exercise for people with disabilities, benefits of exercise mentally and emotionally, exercises you can do at home, exercise myths, and what to expect from your body when you're starting out. _ Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
United Ability and Cahaba Medical Care Partnered to Create a Seamless Community Health Care experience at the Ability Clinic with Susan Sellers, United Ability CEO, Dr. John B. Waits, Cahaba Medical Care CEO, and Dr. Lynzee Head, Cahaba Medical Care Pediatrician. Join us in talking about the new services available and what they mean for families across the state. _ Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
"As an educator and a parent of a middle school child with a learning disability, I have benefited from Greg's mindfulness sessions. The information I have learned in these sessions has enabled me to be more proactive in monitoring her time with electronics and giving her more opportunities to be creative on her own and live in the moment." Greg Graber, author of Slow Your Roll, Mindfulness for Fast Times, joins us to talk about how mindfulness can help parents and educators through the stressful moments that come up everyday.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Overcoming Challenges and Setting Expectations as a Parent to a Son with Spina Bifida
Joey Cannady, Pastor and Author of Living His Dream:..and How He Helped Me Live Mine, joins Sarah Williams to talk about his son Zac's experience and mindframes for parents.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Everyday Sunshine Thrift Store in Decatur
Director Jeff Sharp joins us to talk about how their community organization is helping local Decatur residents.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Thriving with Cerebral Palsy
Zarius Walker joins us to talk about his journey.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
What is Disability Etiquette?
Daniel Spencer and Cassie Shrophsire, ADRS Business Relations Consultants, talk about proper communication and encouraging others to speak about their disabilities.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
"Opportunities for Individuals to Build Their Futures Through Supporting Choice and Promoting Self-Directed Lives"
Blake Huynh, Founder of Equip Services, joins Sarah Williams to talk about their services and how to get involved.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
An Overview of the Regional Autism Network RAN and Hispanic Training and Resource Advocacy Network HTRAN With Maria Gutierrez, Family Navigator, and Dr. Doris Hill. _ Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
MaryJane Dasher and Meghann Miller. ADMH community work incentive coordinators, on choosing work and its impact on Social Security benefits for people with disabilities
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Sarah Williams and Philip Meadows talk about his life with Spina Bifida and how he has overcome the difficulties that have come with having a disability.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
Angels Among Us - A Special Needs Community
Our mission is to promote a fun positive atmosphere where children with special needs or developmental delays can interact and be involved in activities that are not normally available to them due to their disability. Our goal is to hold monthly events for our children to participate in and interact with each other.
Angels Among Us President, Musette Hankins, joins Lane Hagan, Executive Director Libby's Friends, to speak about their mission, vision, and work in the community.
Living with Spina Bifida
Dudley Luckie joins Sarah Williams to speak on the challenges and success stories of living with Spina Bifida as part of Spina Bifida Awareness Month.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
disABILITY Hiring Expo!
United Ability Employment Services and the Alabama Department of Rehabilitation Services (ADRS) are hosting the Second Annual disABILITY Hiring Expo at United Ability's LINCPoint Adult Program building.
This expo is open to all individuals with disabilities living in Greater Birmingham and surrounding areas. All employment specialists, educators, and service providers are encouraged to attend the event in person along with consumers. There are going to be employers across various industries ready to talk about career opportunities and do on-site interviews.
Last year people got hired on the spot! We will be live streaming the expo and encourage all who can attend in person to do so.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month. Katie Dumais, Director of Employment Services at United Ability, joins us to talk about employment services and the upcoming Second Annual disAbility Hiring Expo on October 13th.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.
"It is a place where we turn pain into purpose as we work diligently to provide support, protection, and peace of mind to those affected by autism." Join Chrissy and Brian Schubert, founders of Ady's Army, as they speak with Lane Hagan, Executive Director of Libby's Friends, as they speak on the history, vision and mission of their organization.
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Alabama Care is partially supported by http://www.ACDD.org The views expressed are not necessarily the views of these organizations.