Interstate Connections
Thoughts on being in a community – Accessibility is being able to get in the building. Diversity is getting invited to the table. Inclusion is having a voice at the table. Belonging is having your voice heard at the table!
December 2021
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From the Editor…
Hollywood and Disability I know when people think of Hollywood and actors with disabilities, it often falls short of good representation and employment for the actors with disabilities. Anyone who knows me knows I love old movies. So when I come across a film that cast an ...
News from DAC NW
SEE A NEED-FILL A NEED Staff at DAC NW has been looking into what is needed most in our communities right now. One thing is connectivity! With the pandemic, the holidays are difficult, especially if you can’t navigate Skype, Zoom, or other video interfaces for virtual ...
News from LINC
RAMPING UP IDAHO! Independent Living is the ability to particpate in our communities like everyone else. From accessing the grocery store to joining a committee, we have a right to be in our own community living the life of our choosing. Too often we get stopped at our own ...
News from INDEx
INTERSECTIONALITY Why focus on the intersection of race and disability? Disability is a common human experience. 20% of Americans have some type of disability. Many disabilities are hidden (mental health, intellectual, autism, chronic illness, TBI, etc) People can acquire a ...
News from LIFE, Inc
Being Prepared for Winter In light of recent winter emergencies – wind storms, floods, and power outages, it’s a good time to remember things to have ready in case of emergency. Don’t wait til the last minute, that’s when the stores will be out of ...
News from NW ADA Center – Idaho
Who is Responsible for snow removal under the ADA? It’s that time of year when we must work together to ensure snow removal plans give citizens of all ages and abilities the chance to get around. Right after the first big snow storm I get calls and emails about who is ...
Self Directed PA Services
Building A Virtual Social (media) Circle What can you do to stay connected during the pandemic? Concerns about isolation and loneliness shed light on the worst condition of aging alone – having no one to talk to or discuss worries and problems with. How do you find ...
News from Idaho SILC
Have you, a friend, or family member been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic or the related economic crisis and can’t afford to pay your rent or utilities? Idaho Housing and Finance Association and Boise City/ADA County Housing Authorities have a program that can help ...
TRADE SCHOOL FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
Professionally successful people living with a disability sometimes credit their impairment for boosting their career prospects, because it taught them perseverance and commitment. Others believe that their physical or cognitive differences in certain areas have led them to ...
Assistive Technology for the Holidays
Having a visitor with a disability? Do you have friends and family coming for the holidays? Could they use a bath chair, cane or walker, or wheelchair while they visit? We loan equipment at no cost. Give us a call. Boise: 208-336-3335 Moscow: 208-883-0523 Idaho Falls: ...
LINKS WORTH SHARING
The Toe Mouse is especially designed for those who have upper limbs disability and cannot use their hands to move the mouse. This gadget uses our natural ability to grip between the toes, for manipulating the Mouse. You need to slip it on just as you would wear your ...
A Recital of Times Gone By
Have you ever wandered into a place and been transported back in time? This sensation comes over you so fast that it leaves you wondering if time stood still for those precious few moments of bliss. Then your jolted back into reality when someone bumps into you or starts ...