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Today, Paralyzed Veterans of America National President Charles Brown issued a statement following President Biden's Executive Order that includes supports for home-based care for Veterans, long-term care workers, and family caregivers....

MapLight Therapeutics today announced the appointment of Hongkui Zeng, Ph.D. to the company's Scientific Advisory Board (SAB). Dr. Zeng joins MapLight Founders Karl Deisseroth, M.D., Ph.D. and Robert Malenka, M.D., Ph.D. on the SAB, further expanding...

A disabled veteran and his family have a new, much-needed home water heater courtesy of Peterman Cares, a program launched by leading Indianapolis-area HVAC and plumbing company Peterman Brothers to ensure deserving area families facing hardship have...

Reading Horizons, a leading provider of research-based reading intervention programs, has announced that its innovative Reading Horizons Discovery® foundational literacy program has been recognized by the Texas Resource Review (TRR) as a phonics...

The 10th International Abilympics?the top global skills competition for those with disabilities?in Metz, France recently concluded. At this year's competition, iFLYTEK donated a series of products to the China Disabled Persons' Federation to enhance...

RethinkCare, the leading global behavioral and mental health platform for employers from RethinkFirst, today announced several enhancements that empower more parents and families?including those of neurodiverse children?to get the support and...

The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA)?the leading voice of the growing number of Americans with hearing loss?kicks off its 2023 Walk4Hearing season with community support events in 20 U.S. cities. Hearing loss affects one in seven Americans,...

April is Autism Awareness Month and the first anniversary of the autism pilot program by Paws of War. A year ago this month, they paired a child with a service dog, and they are pleased to say that it's been a successful program so far. When...

The Minister of Natural Resources and Forestry and Minister responsible for the Société du Plan Nord (SPN), Mrs. Maïté Blanchette Vézina, has announced an investment of $28.8 million to support 34 projects from every region of Northern Quebec, as...

Matia Mobility, a leader in the robotic mobility industry, announced the start of their annual giveaway contest for their Tek RMD M1 device, providing an opportunity for individuals with mobility impairments to experience the freedom and independence...

When: Saturday, May 13th 6 pm to 9 pm Where: Veteran's Service Center, 1750 Monocacy Blvd, suite A, Frederick MD Tickets: Advance purchase of $15 per person. RSVP at [email protected] or 240-405-8048 Support: Help us make this a special event...

Special Olympics Washington, one of the leading advocates for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) in Washington, is thrilled to announce that it has received more than $3.6 million in the form of three grants from the Dan...

A collaboration between Reckitt's Lysol® Pro Solutions ? a science-led business-to-business offering ? and LC Industries (LCI) ? a diversified manufacturing, distribution, and retail company, will create jobs for people who are blind or visually...

UserWay , the market leader in web accessibility, announced today that it has been named a Representative Accessibility and Consulting Provider in the Gartner 2023 Market Guide for Digital Accessibility. UserWay develops AI-based technologies that...

Roshambo Eyewear, a leading manufacturer of children's eyewear, today released their latest statistics on their manufacturing goals to make 100% of their frames out of recycled materials. In 2022 over 30,000 pairs of Roshambo frames were made with...

After multiple years of planning, Braille Institute Los Angeles is set to unveil its reimagined library for those who are blind or visually impaired at an Open House event on Wednesday, April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free and open to the public,...

Foreseeable Future Foundation (FFF), a leading national nonprofit organization advocating for the visually impaired and blind community through educational awareness events as well as funding athletic endeavors, will honor Michelle Wlazlo, JCPenney's...

Beltone, named America's #1 Hearing Care Retailer & Best in Customer Service by Newsweek, gathered its U.S. and Canadian network of independent owners at the annual Beltone National Meeting held March 16-18 in Phoenix at the Sheraton Grand at Wild...

The "Fitness Platforms for Disabled Global Market Report 2023" report has been added to  ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.  This report provides strategists, marketers and senior management with the critical information they need to assess the...

April is World Autism Month, and Visit Myrtle Beach and the communities along the 60 miles of coastline have been committed to creating an autism- and sensory-friendly destination throughout the year since 2016. As a recognized autism-friendly...

The World Federation of Neurology (WFN) is pleased to announce Brain Health and Disability as the theme for its 10th Annual World Brain Day (WBD) on Saturday, July 22. This year's theme will inspire a global initiative to close the gaps in disability...

Paralyzed Veterans of America today announced it received a donation of $1.3 million from long-time veteran supporter Penske Automotive Group. The amount includes donations from customers and employees of Penske Automotive Group, as well as matching...

Claire's Place Foundation, a non-profit organization providing support to children and families affected by cystic fibrosis (CF), welcomes Joshua Fraser, serial entrepreneur and friend of Claire Wineland, to the organization's board of directors as...

NewHaptics, an innovative tactile display technology company, announced today it has been awarded a Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grant by the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF). This $1M grant is the fourth SBIR award...

Dyslexia Canada urges school boards to screen all Kindergarten to Grade 2 students to help identify children who need extra support to learn how to read.Dyslexia is the most common learning disability and affects one's ability to read, write, and...

Kessler Foundation, a major nonprofit organization in the field of disability, has placed among the Best Nonprofits to Work For, a yearly award recognizing the top 50 nonprofits across the U.S. The award was announced earlier this month by The...

The Veterinary Eye Center of NYC will be providing local service and working animals with free eye exams this May as part of the American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists® (ACVO) 14th National Service Animal Eye Exam Event, sponsored by Epicur...

Litmus, a leader in email marketing, announces new Dark Mode Coding Experience and Visual Impairment Filters to provide a more inclusive, accessible email experience for all users. These features empower marketers to send emails with confidence that...

On October 27, 2023, the third International Limb Girdle Muscular Dystrophy (LGMD) Conference will be hosted by The Speak Foundation at the Grand Hyatt Washington, DC....

Paralyzed Veterans of America today released the following statement in answer to the Washington Post Editorial Board's April 3, 2023, opinion piece requesting scrutiny of the VA budget providing for income and disability payments to Veterans....

Today, National Disability Institute (NDI) and Boston Media, LLC announced the launch of Disability Owned, a free nationwide business TV channel on Roku's streaming platform targeted to U.S. business owners and entrepreneurs with disabilities....

SourceAmerica® is proud to sponsor Disability Employment Solutions: Achieving Employment for All, an inclusive, virtual summit bringing together policymakers, business and nonprofit leaders to discuss practical solutions to increase employment across...

The Minister of Seniors, Kamal Khera, along with the Minister of Health, Jean-Yves Duclos, and the Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, Carolyn Bennett, issued the following statement on National Caregiver Day:...

The Described and Captioned Media Program (DCMP) is proud to partner with Slice of Pie Productions to make its award-winning documentary The Automat accessible for persons who are blind and low vision. Produced and directed by Lisa Hurwitz and...

Red Door Capital Partners, LLC, an independent private equity firm founded in 2019, is proud to announce, that Rick Simms will represent Red Door Board of Directors seat that was granted to them in its investment in the Series Seed Preferred Round of...

Chrysler brand to announce new partnership with Autism Society of America at New York International Auto Show to support needs of travelers with autismAnnouncement comes during Autism Acceptance Month in AprilPartnership includes a new Calm Cabin...

As the month of April puts a spotlight on Autism Acceptance Month, studies and research continue to show that children of color are most affected by the disorder, and less likely to get access to screenings, services and support....

In celebration of Autism Awareness Month in April, Sami's Angel's ABA Services would love to share their insights on celebrating differences across the spectrum. During Autism Awareness Month (and beyond), it is important to celebrate the...

Manipal Hospital, Delhi successfully corrected the genu varus deformity in a 16-year-old female patient. The patient presented to the hospital with complaints of progressive deformity in both knees and difficulty in walking. After a thorough clinical...

Home to the Caribbean's first advanced autism-friendly kids camps, and as the first all-inclusive resort company in the world to complete the rigorous International Board of Credentialing and Continuing Education Standards (IBCCES) and Autism...

Hormel Foods, a Fortune 500 global branded food company and the maker of Dinty Moore® beef stew, is sharing the special story of Danny Young. The 8-year-old boy diagnosed with autistic spectrum disorder (ASD) happens to be a big fan of Dinty...

The National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF) will strengthen its work readiness training for people with disabilities through its "Hospitality Pathways" project thanks to $500,000 in Signature Employment Grant funding from...

Silverton Mortgage, a leading direct residential mortgage lender, announced a corporate sponsorship of the Kyle Pease Foundation (KPF), a non-profit that provides opportunities for people with disabilities...

Accessible Media Inc. (AMI) is giving Canadians all access ... to laughs! AMI, in association with Halifax Comedy Fest and Premiere Entertainment Group, is excited to announce that tickets are now available for a free, live taping of All Access...

The Global Autism Spectrum Disorder Market is anticipated to amass a valuation of USD 7.6% over the forecast duration of 2022-2029. Autism Spectrum Disorder is referred to as a type of neurodevelopmental disorder that impacts the behavioural patterns...

Western Sky Community Care announced today it is partnering with TruFit, an innovative mobile application, to help many Western Sky Community Care members with disabilities improve overall health and wellbeing. TruFit offers a variety of exercise and...

BYUtv, the home of inspiring family entertainment ? available over cable, satellite and free streaming ? announced the premiere date of its latest scripted series "A Kind of Spark," a powerful live-action adaptation of the award-winning novel by...

CITGO Lemont Refinery employees made a big splash at the 2023 Polar Plunge at the Braidwood Recreation Club. The CITGO team, along with a corporate donation, raised a total of $14,353 for Special Olympics Illinois. They also brought home three awards...

The Described and Captioned Media Program (DCMP) is proud to partner with Complexly to make its highly acclaimed STEM series Crash Course and SciShow accessible for people who are blind and low vision. DCMP is creating audio description, a secondary...

Goodnites, the #1 bedwetting underwear1 brand, announced a new partnership with the Autism Society of America, America's largest and oldest grassroots Autism organization, to educate, support, and provide solutions for families of children with...