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Jewish Resources on Disability Awareness and Inclusion

Jewish Resources on Disability Awareness and Inclusion

Since 2009, this community-wide initiative has sought to raise awareness and support for including people with disabilities in all facets of Jewish life. Here are just a few of the stories, ideas, and resources that have resulted from this important

Christopher Cleary January 9, 2019January 10, 2019 History, Representation Read more

History of JDAIM

History of JDAIM

February is Jewish Disability Awareness & Inclusion Month (JDAIM) In May 2008 the Jewish Special Education International Consortium held its annual Colloquium in Minneapolis, MN. Two members, Lenore Layman, of the Partnership of Jewish Life and Living in Washington, DC, and Shelly Christensen, of the

Christopher Cleary January 8, 2019January 9, 2019 History Read more

A Personal Message from Marc Goldman

A Personal Message from Marc Goldman

My continued thanks to all who have received and commented on my book, “Embracing Inclusion: People With Disabilities Enriching the Workplace”. Many have asked if there is going to be a follow up. I have always given it a second

Marc Goldman December 7, 2018December 11, 2018 Books Read more

Gabriel Cordell on Netflix

Gabriel Cordell on Netflix

The documentary ROLL WITH ME, featuring the story of Gabriel Cordell, has been picked up by Array and can now be seen on Netflix. Set amidst 3,100 miles of open road and small towns, ROLL WITH ME chronicles recovering addict and paraplegic

Christopher Cleary December 4, 2018December 11, 2018 Documentary, Keynote Speaker, Speaker Read more

More Representation on TV

More Representation on TV

To each of us, to see characters who look like us on television, gives a sense of relatability, inclusion, and presence. It allows our inner imagination to place us in the stories we see. It adds a layer of visibility

Christopher Cleary November 30, 2018November 30, 2018 Representation, Television Read more

Laughter As Medicine

Laughter As Medicine

Sometimes we need a good laugh. Unabashed, down to our core, laughter. The kind that brings a smirk to our face, and lightens our day, as we navigate through life.  Chris Fonseca is one of those people, that onstage, brings

Christopher Cleary November 20, 2018November 30, 2018 Comedian, Keynote Speaker, Speaker, Television Read more

Medicaid Expansion Leads to Higher Employment

Medicaid Expansion Leads to Higher Employment

A new study found there is a higher rate of employment among people with disabilities in states where Medicaid has been expanded. Researchers found that between 2013 and 2017 the percentage of people with disabilities that reported not working because

Christopher Cleary November 16, 2018November 19, 2018 Employment, Labor Department, Medicaid Read more

The Caregiver Bill of Rights

The Caregiver Bill of Rights

I have the right…to take care of myself. This is not an act of selfishness. It will give me the capability of taking better care of my relative. I have the right…to seek help from others even though my relatives

Christopher Cleary November 2, 2018November 19, 2018 Caregivers Read more

National Family Caregivers Month

National Family Caregivers Month

November is National Family Caregivers Month. This is a time to celebrate the contribution of those volunteer friends and family members who support a loved one with their health or managing a disability. We’re thankful for the contributions of the

Christopher Cleary November 1, 2018November 19, 2018 Caregivers Read more

Labor Department Looks To Incentivize Disability Hiring

Labor Department Looks To Incentivize Disability Hiring

Federal contractors may soon get one more reason to prioritize hiring workers with disabilities. The U.S. Department of Labor is looking to incentivize inclusive hiring practices among employers who do business with the government through a so-called Excellence in Disability

Christopher Cleary October 30, 2018 Federal, Labor Department Read more
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