With over 9,000 members participating worldwide, Aktion Club is making its mark as the only service club for adults with disabilities. Aktion Club became an official Service Leadership program of Kiwanis International in October of 2000 on a mission to provide adults living with disabilities an opportunity to develop initiative, leadership skills and to serve […]
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Staying connected: homebound seniors use “The Virtual Senior” center to keep in touch
It’s not that 86-year-old Milton Greidinger didn’t want to get out into the city that never sleeps, it was his age and chronic health issues that made it incredibly difficult for him to go out alone. A drastic change from the life Greidinger knew before he retired. A busy salesman and eventually a buyer for […]
24 hours of talk
October seems to be the month of awareness for many organizations, so we’re going to add one more to the list. Along with cancer research and blindness awareness, October is dedicated to raising awareness about augmentative and alternative communication. What better way to get people talking about these unique communication methods than hosting a talk-a-thon?! […]
Accessibility Reviews, Easter Seals Crossroads, INDATA News, Organizations, Podcasts, Products and Devices, Services, Wade Wingler
Friday Podcast
Information from the INDATA Project is now available via podcast! Every Friday, the INDATA Project will release two podcasts featuring new assistive technology projects. The podcasts are available for viewing on the INDATA Project website and on iTunes. The “Assistive Technology Update” is a fast-paced weekly update for AT professionals and enthusiasts. The “Accessibility Minute” […]
Employing people with disabilities: a win/win situation
Hoosiers with disabilities have the highest unemployment rate of any minority. However, one organization is working to change that. The Indiana Business Leadership Network is encouraging business leaders throughout the state to hire those who are disabled. Making excellent employees, the disabled have an opportunity to lead more independent lives with less reliance on state […]
Bringing art to life for the blind and visually impaired
The value of art goes beyond the paints, the colors, the canvas or the clay, the value of art is in the connection between the individual and the piece, no matter their physical ability. Art is about more than you can see. Visual arts can be a vital part of life for a visually impaired […]