(Image: Doug Brown and Gene Turitz, founders of Center for Independent Living’s Van Modification Shop, carrying the CIL banner at the Disabled Peoples’ Civil Rights Day March and Rally in San Francisco, Oct. 20, 1979. Credit: Ken Stein) The Center for People...
Designing for All: The Power of Universal Design
(Image: Someone grabs a handrail in a bathroom, one component of Universal Design in the home.) In today's world, where diversity is valued and inclusion is a priority, creating spaces that cater to everyone's needs is no longer a nicety, but a necessity. This...
Finding Your Voice: Self-Advocacy and Self-Support for People with Disabilities
(Image: A woman with Down Syndrome speaks with a professional to advocate for her needs.) Imagine standing at a crossroads, unsure which path to take. This is often the reality for people with disabilities navigating a world that may not always be designed with...
Peer Support Groups at CPWD: Creating Community and Sharing Resources
(Image: Seven people holding white cards with letters to assemble the word SUPPORT on textured wooden desk.) Mental Health Awareness Month, celebrated each May, highlights the importance of mental wellbeing for everyone, including those living with...
From Awareness to Action: Strategies for Managing Mental Health
(Image: A young man with a prosthetic leg is doing meditation outdoor in a city park.) May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about mental health issues and promoting the well-being of everyone, especially those in the...
Recognizing Mental Health Awareness Month: Intersection of Mental Health and Disabilities
Image: A graphic in green says "mental health Awareness Month" and shows several hands in green and white with green ribbons for mental health awareness. May is Mental Health Awareness Month, an important month dedicated to raising awareness and removing...
Empowering Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month: Breaking Barriers Through Legislation
(Image description: Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month logo.) Every April, the Limb Loss and Limb Difference Awareness Month (LLALDAM) draws attention to the stories of individuals who have experienced limb loss or are living with limb differences,...
Raising Awareness: March is Brain Injury Awareness Month
Every year, millions of people around the world experience traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), altering their lives and often leaving lasting effects. These injuries can occur from various causes, including accidents, sports injuries, violence, or medical...
Disability Rights Advocacy Day: A Disability Gathering at the Capitol
Image description: Members of the staff of CPWD and consumers stand at the foot of the stairs inside the rotunda of the Colorado State Capitol. To the right of the image is the logo for Disability Rights Advocacy Day. March 7, 2024 marked Disability Rights...
Understanding Disability Etiquette: A Key to Inclusive Interaction
(Image description: A view from above shows two women sitting at an office desk, looking at a laptop together. The woman on the right is a wheelchair user.) In the journey toward creating a truly inclusive society, one important aspect is understanding...
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