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Adelle Purdham – I Don’t do Disability and Other Lies I’ve Told Myself

Receiving the news that your unborn child has Down syndrome can be a shock to parents. In this Encouraging Abilities podcast, we chat with author Adelle Purdham and her emotionally driven book about what it’s like as a parent raising a child with the condition, and how most issues are created largely within ourselves.

The Future is Bright – Students Developing Apps to Aid Disabilities

Not your typical high school students. Jora Singh Nahal and Inbal Tzafrir are motivated and atruistic. The pair of award-winning students are developing applications to benefit the disability community.

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Recent Posts

Winter Struggles: The Challenges of Navigating Snow with Disabilities

For people in the Lower Mainland, a fresh snowfall is a beautiful sight. Waking up to a vista of snow-capped mountains on the North Shore is one of the wonderful things about living here. But for people with disabilities and limited mobility, snow and ice turn everyday tasks into majour obstacles.

Accessible Travel: Tips, Tools, and Resources

Spring break is the perfect time to escape the daily grind, but for people with disabilities, planning a trip can come with unique challenges. Thankfully, with the growing focus on accessibility, there are now many tools, companies, and apps that make traveling more inclusive and enjoyable for everyone.

Blue Monday: How to Lift Your Spirits and Brighten Your Day

The third Monday of January, often dubbed “Blue Monday,” has a reputation as the most depressing day of the year. While the science behind this label is debatable, the gloomy weather, post-holiday lull, lack of connections, and lingering New Year’s resolutions can indeed make this time of year feel heavier.

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AssistiveTech

Tech Review: Loop Switch

From our Assistive Tech department, a review of Loop Switch sound-filtering earplugs.

Tech Review – MediAcous Light

MediAcous Light Lamp is a sensory product aimed at a variety of users.

Assistive Technology Review: CalmPalm

The CalmPalm device is a self-soothing and self-regulatory tool designed to help individuals who experience anxiety and related insomnia. The CalmPalm uses micro electro stimulation pulses to trigger acupuncture points associated with calming the ‘fight or flight’ response.

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