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Fall/Winter 2004-05 - Concise
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Update of Events, Achievements, and Other News From The Institute
on Disabilities. Please refer to the pdf link provided for a complete
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FROM
THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
In May, with almost 250 friends of the Institute, we celebrated our 30th
Anniversary focusing on the theme “From Generation to Generation." We
honored past, present and future leadership. We listened to good
jazz, had fun with the raffle and auction, reconnected with old friends
and established some new ones. Looking out at the diverse group of
celebrants, I couldn’t help but feel humbled and hopeful. Humbled
by the diversity of those who came to celebrate with us. Hopeful
about the future because of the strength in those who could join
us and knowing that hundreds more across the state are committed
to working with us to ensure that "Pennsylvania will be a state
where all people of diverse cultures and abilities can live, learn,
work and play in communities of their choice, recognizing that all
individuals are valued and bring assets to the community." Through
the Institute’s ongoing commitment to leadership development,
I believe that the vision of the Institute on Disabilities will someday
become a bold reality.
Diane
Nelson Bryen, PhD
Professor and Executive Director
Our Mission
In partnership with people with disabilities, families and allies from diverse cultures, the Institute on Disabilities works to change systems so that people can live, learn, work, and
play in communities of their choice. The Institute on Disabilities is committed to supporting individuals with disabilities in their pursuit
of interdependence, contribution, and
inclusion. This mission is accomplished through training, technical assistance, services and supports, research, dissemination, and advocacy.
ANNUAL FUND
Thank You
The Institute on Disabilities extends its sincere
thanks to all who attended and supported our 30th Anniversary Celebration.
The Institute on Disabilities would also like to congratulate its "Generation To Generation" Leadership Award recipients (full list appears below). It was evident throughout the celebration that we have a wonderful staff, a rich history of accomplishments, and strong partnerships throughout and beyond the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – now ALL WE NEED IS YOU!
We invite you to honor the Institute or one of our
award recipients by sending your donation to help us continue our work
on behalf of Pennsylvanians with disabilities and their families.
A group of happy Leadership Awardees assembled at the Institute's 30th
Anniversary Celebration
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Updates
Project
GOOD
(Growing Older Optimally with a Disability) has successfully completed its second cycle with a total of ten participants. Project GOOD, funded by PEW, is designed to inform people with cerebral palsy who are aging and interested in planning for healthy and active lifestyles. Topics include the aging process and practicing healthy behaviors, actively participating in one's own health care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and increasing support and social networks. For more information, contact Rosangela Boyd, PhD or Bonnie Moulton at 215.204.1356 (voice/TTY).
ACES -
Free Speech Now
Augmentative Communication and Empowerment Supports (ACES) has completed its 17th year. On August 13th, ACES 2004 graduates voiced their accomplishments and dreams for the future to an audience of about 100, in a ceremony that culminated with Bob Williams presenting the ACES Free Speech Now Award to ACES alum, Tad Williams, for “using his voice to empower the voice of others.” Bob presented a second award to Senator Arlen Specter and described the Senator as “one of the truest and most reliable friends, that we in the disability community have in both Pennsylvania, and the United States.”
Toy Workshop
The Institute on Disabilities will conduct a one day 'Toy Workshop' at Temple University on November 29th. Participants will learn about the importance of play, toy adaptations, and assistive technology devices that can help young children with disabilities participate in play. For more information, contact Jan Knuth at 215.204.1356 (voice/TTY).
Helping
Tools for Young Children and Their Families
This program focuses on assistive technology for infants, toddlers,
and preschoolers with disabilities and will be held on January 10, 2005
at Temple University. For more information, contact Jan Knuth at 215.204.1356
(voice/TTY).
FOR
MORE INFORMATION
The Institute on Disabilities is Pennsylvania’s University Center
for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities Education, Research and Service
at Temple University.
For more information about the Institute on Disabilities, or about any
of the programs listed in this newsletter, contact:
The Institute on Disabilities at Temple University
1301 Cecil B. Moore Avenue
Room 423 Ritter Annex
Philadelphia, PA 19122
Tel. 215.204.1356 (voice/TTY)
Fax: 215.204.6336
http://disabilities.temple.edu
This publication is available in alternate formats, upon request.
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