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Autism’s Employment Advantages & Challenges

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Polly Wiley

… one of those tech firms that was always looking for people with those qualities, but he also has a son with autism who has those qualities. With this insight, he quit his job and began Specialisterne, which employs high-functioning autistic people and … Continue reading →

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Help in Difficult Financial Times

Posted on August 10, 2012 by Polly Wiley

… program websites I’ve included here have some overlap, but they are all worth perusing for assistance with unemployment, housing, food and health services. For federal programs, you can start your exploration here. The same information is also available in Spanish here. For California … Continue reading →

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A Tongue Drive?

Posted on April 13, 2012 by Polly Wiley

… switchboard that was tongue-controlled was first introduced by Alfred Bester in his 1956 award-winning science fiction novel, The Stars My Destination. Now that science fiction has become a reality. It’s called the Tongue Drive System. Simply by moving their … Continue reading →

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Free Tax Preparation Help

Posted on February 17, 2012 by Polly Wiley

… each organization has its own qualifications and ways of doing things, so be sure to check your prefered organization to see what they require. It’s possible you might need to make an appointment or fill out a form ahead … Continue reading →

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Paid Product Testing for the Visually Impaired

Posted on December 21, 2011 by Polly Wiley

… to do product testing in January. Testers will be paid approximately $100 per session, which may last anywhere from 45-90 minutes. There are a variety of products that need testing–from a new e-reader to the design of a company’s … Continue reading →

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CTP Board of Directors' 2009 Raffle Fundraiser!!

Posted on January 2, 2010 by Alex Tabony

2009 Raffle Fundraiser : $10 per ticket or $50 for 6 tickets Continue reading →

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Whirlwind Wheelchair International

Posted on October 2, 2009 by Alex Tabony

At Whirlwind we work to make it possible for every person in the developing world who needs a wheelchair to obtain one that will lead to maximum personal independence and integration into society. Continue reading →

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Independent Living

Posted on September 18, 2009 by Alex Tabony

Listing of Independent Living organizations. Continue reading →

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Disability Rights Organizations

Posted on September 16, 2009 by Alex Tabony

A list of some legal rights organizations in the SF Bay Area. Continue reading →

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