Spotting Cathy P. in a crowd at Weekend Recreation is easy. She is the one wearing a sizable assortment of medals she earned through track and field and […]
“Though I’m just learning,” Stephanie P. says, “I feel more independent.” Stephanie, a woman with cerebral palsy, in her early 50s, is a life-long learner who loves researching (more […]
It’s a busy time for our Assistive Technology Services team this spring and summer, as our specialist present at professional and trade events throughout the state! These are worthwhile [...]
Welcome to our latest installment of noteworthy disability-themed articles! In addition, as a leader in the field, we are pleased to share our experience, knowledge, and expertise with the [...]
Last month, we thrilled to the majesty of the PyeongChang Olympics. The saga continues! At the 2018 Winter Paralympics, from March 9 to 18, some 670 athletes from 46 […]
March is the time of year to raise awareness the many social and cultural achievements of women. At this time, we would like to acknowledge women with disabilities past and […]
It’s a Smartpen that keeps getting smarter! Last August, we discussed the Livescribe Echo, which is still a highly capable tool. The newer iteration is the Livescribe 3 Smartpen, which […]
It’s always a holiday at Weekend Recreation, our community-based respite program in Passaic and Essex counties. Holiday and seasonal themes are not only popular, they also celebrate the [...]
Girl Scouts, a two-minute autism screening tool, and plenty of sports! Much has been happening during the first week of February. While we observe the legacies of George Washington […]
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