National Heart Month: Prioritizing Heart Health for People with Disabilities
February is National Heart Month, a time to raise awareness about heart health and the steps we can all take to prevent cardiovascular disease. While heart health is important for everyone, it’s especially critical for people with disabilities, who may face unique risk factors and barriers to care. People with certain disabilities are at a […]
Celebrating Ed Roberts Day: A Legacy of Inclusion and Empowerment
Every January 23rd, we celebrate Ed Roberts Day to honor the life and legacy of a man who transformed the disability rights movement. Known as the “Father of Independent Living,” Ed Roberts was a trailblazer who dedicated his life to advocating for accessibility, equality, and the empowerment of individuals with disabilities. Roberts, who contracted polio […]
Advocating for an Inclusive World
December 3 marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPD), a day designated by the United Nations that “symbolizes the actions we should take every day, in order to create diverse and accepting communities.” With the theme changing each year to address current challenges and priorities, IDPD consistently focuses on raising awareness, advocating for equal opportunities, […]
National Influenza Vaccination Week: Why Getting Vaccinated Matters
Held in the first week of December, National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) serves as a critical reminder that it’s not too late to receive a flu vaccine, to protect yourself rom this contagious respiratory illness which can lead to symptoms ranging from mild to severe, and in some cases, can result in hospitalization or even […]
Raising Awareness and Support
November is National Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding and support for the more than six million Americans living with Alzheimer’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder that impacts memory, thinking, and behavior. Alzheimer’s disease, named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, was first identified in the early 20th century. It is the most […]
Shining a Light on Autism Acceptance Month
April is a month dedicated to shedding light on autism spectrum disorder (ASD). This observance is about fostering understanding, promoting acceptance and cultivating empathy towards individuals with ASD and their families.
