• July 22, 2013

    by: Renee Canfield

    Participate in the National ADA Anniversary Through Twitter

    Participate virtually during the National Council on Disability for a Policy Briefing & ADA Anniversary Event.  NCD will live-tweet the event using the hashtag   #NCDADA “Five Years Later — The Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act of 2008: Impact on Disability […]

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  • April 8, 2013

    by: Renee Canfield

    Charles

    Fifty-year old Charles has come a long way in the last few years. About five years ago, Charles lost his mother, who was also his primary caregiver. The stress of losing a parent was very hard on Charles. But it […]

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  • April 3, 2013

    by: Client Contributor

    Tyrone’s Independence

    Another great client perspective, this week from Tyrone, who is an employee of the Organizational Workshop!  Tyrone wrote a piece inspired by Independence and what it means to him.   To me, the term “independence” means being my own guardian.  […]

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  • March 26, 2013

    by: Renee Canfield

    Charlie’s Story of Independence

    Charles, fondly called, Charlie, has a gentle smile.  He will quickly draw you in to conversation about his job, family and his wall of pictures in his room.  It holds memories of co-workers, roommates and family members, all very dear […]

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  • March 21, 2013

    by: Client Contributor

    Math, Independence and Lemonade

    This week’s post was submitted by UCP client employee, Tim Sokol, a participant in both the Organizational Employment and Residential Services Programs.  As I was planning posts for National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, I happened to have a conversation with […]

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