Experiencing the World – without Barriers

Curbsides, pebble ways or prone sidewalks – these obstacles can spoil the holiday mood of wheelchair drivers everywhere in the world. But it does not have to be like that. A good planning and maybe even trained company help.Experiencing the World – without Barriers - Read more

Kessler Foundation Marks 20th Anniversary of International Day of Persons with Disabilities

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[05/12/2012] Through rehabilitation research and training, Kessler Foundation collaborates with partners here and abroad to further this year's focus of the UN's International Day of Persons with Disabilities – to remove barriers to create an inclusive and accessible society for all.Kessler Foundation Marks 20th Anniversary of International Day of Persons with Disabilities - Read more

Horst Giesen considers the results of REHACARE 2012

Horst Giesen, Project Director REHACARE, considers the results and looks forward to REHACARE 2013.Horst Giesen considers the results of REHACARE 2012 - Read more

Vehicle Conversions: No off the Shelf Cars

When people with physical impairments want to drive a car, they cannot simply get into any vehicle and start driving. Depending on the disability, the vehicle needs to meet specific conditions; generally, a customization is necessary. The German Association of Disabled Car Owners (“Bund behinderter Auto-Besitzer/BbAB) provides help in regards to conversions.Vehicle Conversions: No off the Shelf Cars - Read more

Paralympics 2012: Who? Where? What? Why?

Rowing, cycling and wheelchair basketball – everyone who is sports-mad will find something interesting when the Paralympic Summer Games will be opened on 29th of August in London. REHACARE.de has summarised the most important information concerning the Paralympics.Paralympics 2012: Who? Where? What? Why? - Read more

Roll’n’Ball at the Paralympics 2012: „We Give Everything and Do Our Best”

Wheelchair basketball has always been his cup of tea. Even as a pedestrian Dirk Passiwan liked doing this fast sport. Since he has been diagnosed with arthritis he supports the German national team with his effort – like four years ago in Beijing he also this time takes part in the Paralympic Games in London.Roll’n’Ball at the Paralympics 2012: „We Give Everything and Do Our Best” - Read more

Carrier at the Cemetery: A Different Kind of Inclusion

In the fields of gastronomy or the landscaping there are numerous integration companies. Why not at a cemetery, as well? This is what the city government of the German town Worms thought and started the successful project „Integration at the cemeteries of Worms“.Carrier at the Cemetery: A Different Kind of Inclusion - Read more

Developing Touch Apps for Autism

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[11/07/2011] Autism Speaks, the world's largest autism science and advocacy organization, and the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism have joined HP's "Hacking Autism" initiative, which seeks new ideas for touch technology applications beneficial to people with autism. Developing Touch Apps for Autism - Read more

Nonprofit Health Organisations Often Use Social Media

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[08/05/2011] As the presence of social media continues to increase as a form of communication, health organisations are searching for the most effective ways to use the online tools to pass important information to the public. Nonprofit Health Organisations Often Use Social Media - Read more

Free Concert for Young People with Autism and their Families

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[17/01/2011] The Help Group and Music for Autism present the first of a series of four autism-friendly interactive concerts designed for young people with autism and their families. Free Concert for Young People with Autism and their Families - Read more

Background of the International Day of People with Disabilities

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[03/12/2010] The International Day for People with Disabilities is commemorated on December 3rd on an annual basis. It was established by the International Day for Disabled Persons. In 1976, the General Assembly proclaimed 1981 as the International Year of Disabled Persons (IYDP).Background of the International Day of People with Disabilities - Read more

The Big Knit

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[19/11/2010] Winter can be hard when you are in later life, with many older people suffering needlessly. Age UK launched The Big Knit – their annual initiative to help make older people warmer in winter.The Big Knit - Read more

Tanzania: Urging Action on Older Women's Rights

[05/05/2008] Submission made to UN Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination Against Women. Tanzania: Urging Action on Older Women's Rights - Read more

Kate Jopling Is 'Public Affairs Achiever of The Year'

[29/02/2008] Kate Jopling, head of public affairs for Help the Aged, received a national Public Affairs Achiever of the Year award. Kate Jopling Is 'Public Affairs Achiever of The Year' - Read more

Vision Loss: New Web Site

[20/04/2007] To help families, caregivers and people directly affected by vision loss, the American Foundation for the Blind, New York, launched a new, totally accessible, multimedia web site.Vision Loss: New Web Site - Read more

Sing a Song to End Loneliness this Christmas

[18/10/2006] Help the Aged is calling on church groups across the UK to get into the Christmas spirit by taking part in the Charity's Carol Appeal 2006. Running throughout November and December, the 26th Carol Appeal involves organising carol singing events to raise much-needed funds for Help the Aged to help older people facing loneliness this Christmas and year round.Sing a Song to End Loneliness this Christmas - Read more

Inadequate smoke alarms

[04/10/2006] During Fire Safety Week from 1 till 6 October, RNID is urging everyone to make sure they have the correct smoke alarm for their needs.Inadequate smoke alarms - Read more

Higher Blood Pressure: Possible Reason for Losing Mobility

[17/08/2006] Gait difficulties in older persons may be caused by higher blood pressure, as a research of the Rush Alzheimer's Disease Center suggests. Higher Blood Pressure: Possible Reason for Losing Mobility - Read more

MS Specialist Nurses Under Threat

[10/05/2006] The Multiple Sclerosis Society believes everyone affected by Multiple Sclerosis (MS) should have access to a MS specialist nurse. At least 300 MS nurses would be needed in the UK to make this dream come true.MS Specialist Nurses Under Threat - Read more

Job Offers: Cultural Development & Health Info Officer

[22/02/2006] The Deaf Association of Northern Ireland is seeking to recruit two enthusiastic and highly organised individuals for our Cultural Development and Health Information Projects funded by the Big Lottery Fund. Job Offers: Cultural Development & Health Info Officer - Read more

Societies and Associations

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Honorary Fellowship Award to Deaf Children's Society

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[13/07/2005] Chief Executive, Susan Daniels of The National Deaf Children's Society, received an Honorary Fellowship Award from The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan) in recognition for her work over the years with deaf children and their families.Honorary Fellowship Award to Deaf Children's Society - Read more

ASA: Popular Autism Site Available in Spanish Language

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[17/05/2004] The Autism Society of America (ASA) announces the launch of a Spanish-language section on its award-winning Web site, responding to the ever-growing needs of the Hispanic community to deliver bi-lingual information on autism spectrum disorders. The site, www.autism-society.org, receives over 6,000 visitors a day. ASA: Popular Autism Site Available in Spanish Language - Read more

Twelve Gift Ideas from RNIB

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[15/12/2003] Christmas is fast approaching and finding that perfect present for a family member who is blind or partially sighted can be difficult. The Royal National Institute of the Blind (RNIB) offers a wide-range of gift ideas for adults and children with sight problems.Twelve Gift Ideas from RNIB - Read more

Augmentative and Alternative Communication - Societies and Organisations

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[01/12/2003] Advice, Information and Support: Many societies and organisations cater for the special needs of people with speech disabilities.Augmentative and Alternative Communication - Societies and Organisations - Read more

Are People with Disabilities Entertaining?

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[07/11/2003] What do films need disabled people for? Can people with disabilities be entertaining and telegenic? Is it okay for the boy with Down syndrome to be the murderer? These questions are discussed during a workshop accompanying the International Short Film Festival in Munich next week.Are People with Disabilities Entertaining? - Read more