PLANNING AN ACCESSIBLE TRIP? Planning an accessible trip to Joseph Oregon? BluePath makes it easy. Just put in your destination and a list of accessible destinations comes up. Like a visit to The Blythe Cricket. They have done a fabulous job making their parking lot ...
TIME SHAKER ALARM CLOCK This compact alarm clock allows you to choose from multiple alarm options, including a unique shaker that fits under your pillow and vibrates to wake you up without disturbing anyone else in the room. Powerful speakers allow you to enjoy your music ...
September is National Service Dog Month, a time devoted to raising awareness and showing appreciation for the extraordinary work service dogs do every day for the people in their care. Join us in celebrating and honoring these special heroes who dedicate their lives to help ...
I have just returned from a trip to the Netherlands. I can’t help but look and see how accessible a trip like that might be for someone who uses a chair. I was pleasantly surprised! although some of the oldest buildings are not accessible due to narrow stairs, a curb ...
What it’s like to set up IL goals at DAC William is a consumer that was referred to DAC NW from Mental Health Court for some skills training. During our peer to peer chats with an Independent Living Advocate, he recognized that his life was missing peer connection. We ...
HAVE YOU TUNED IN YET?! By Jen Grushdale Looking to learn more about disability in Idaho? From current issues, to the history of disability pride, the Independent Idaho podcast covers a wide range of topics all relating to disability and independent living. Hosted by Jeremy ...
FILM NEEDS PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES The Annenberg Inclusion Initiative at the University of Southern California’s Annenberg School for Communication and Journalism looks at representation within the cast and behind the camera for the top 100 films each year between 2007 and ...
TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME It’s Comsumer Night at LIFE! They have a baseball game with the Idaho Chukers planned for Friday, September 7th at Melaleuca Field in Idaho Falls. The game starts at 7:05 pm. Call LIFE’s office for details on how to get your ticket – ...
If you have an Spinal Cord Injury (SCI), adaptive sports and recreation may be key to your lifelong wellness. These activities may also help you to engage with your community. Many options are available: Outdoor recreation activities (for example, adaptive kayaking, fishing, ...
Doorways must be a minimum 32″ wide at its narrowest point (including the door jamb and handle). Handle should be easily operated by a closed fist (no round doorknobs please!) and landing areas need to be level. An epic fail means “a notable, obvious, and usually ...