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Invisible Disabilities

In recent decades some invisible disabilities such as autism, traumatic brain injury  and diabetes has skyrocketed.  At the same time new invisible disabilities have appeared, such as fibromyalgia, metabolic syndrome and multiple chemical sensitivities.  There are hundreds of diagnoses that can come…

Ever Make a Mistake in a Job Interview?

Everybody makes mistakes, and job interviews are no different.  But if you make a mistake in a job interview, it’s not the end of the world–though it might feel that way temporarily.  Shelly Goldman, guest blogger on Disability Blog, not only…

Accessible Playhouse Raffle

Do you know a child with a disability who dreams of owning a playhouse? The Silicon Valley Independent Living Center (SVILC) is collaborating with Intel and Habitat for Humanity Silicon Valley to provide accessible playhouses to children with disabilities and…

Make Your Job References Effective

When you are looking for a job, the people you choose for your references could be a crucial element in your actually being offered the job.  GettingHired.com has some excellent advice on how to choose your references and how to make the most of their…

Self-Medicate with Laughter

Having a disability is no laughing matter, yet laughter can definitely help us along the way.  Laughter is not just an amusing diversion.  Scientific studies have shown laughter has measurable beneficial effects–physically, psychologically and socially. Check out this blog that not only describes…

Help in Difficult Financial Times

No doubt about it–these are very difficult financial times for many Americans.  I hope you are not among those who are struggling, but if you are, help is available.  That help comes in both governmental and nonprofit flavors. The government program websites I’ve…

Please vote for our project

Please vote for our project so we can provide stipends for our student volunteers. This help can make the difference for students with disabilities in being employable.

Take a Survey on Assistive Technology

The  Independent Living Research Utilization (ILRU) program is conducting a survey to assess the assistive technology needs of people with disabilities. They want to ascertain both the current availability of such technologies as well as the potential for new innovative devices. With this…