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Disability Related Links * Arthritis Foundation Focuses on education, advocacy, and research. www.arthritis.org * Camp Still Meadows Provides an array of activities for children and adults with disabilities, is located in Linville (outside of Harrisonburg). Horseback riding, camping (2 ramp accessible platform tents), healing gardens, large pavilion area for dances and events, accessible tree house! www.campstillmeadows.org * Canine Companions for Independence- CCI Non- profit organization that provides at no cost trained service dogs, skilled companion dogs (for children and persons with mental disabilities) hearing dogs and facility dogs (who work in hospitals, schools, etc.). National center in California and 5 regional centers that provide services and advance training for the dogs and then Team Training to the handler/dog teams before graduation. www.cci.org * DAV- Disabled American Veterans Group of military veterans with disabilities across the country formed into chapters. Hold monthly meetings as well as assist with transportation to and from VA hospitals for veterans in need of transportation. Local support for Veterans Day and Memorial Day events. Magazine- DAV. www.dav.org * Easter Seals of Virginia Group provides a variety of services and programs for persons with disabilities. Local Easter Seals chapters across the state and nation. Camp Easter Seals is held each summer to provide recreational opportunities for campers. Great resource for parents and caregivers on a wide variety of disabilities. va.easterseals.com * Multiple Sclerosis Foundation Provides information on MS (Multiple Sclerosis) support groups, cooling program, special classes and event fundraisers, MS ?phone Buddies? and hosts the annual MS Cruise for a Cause educational cruise. MS Focus magazine. www.msfocus.org * Muscular Dystrophy Association Muscular Dystrophy Association is a national voluntary health agency that is dedicated to conquering more than 40 neuromuscular diseases that effects a million of Americans of all Ages. www.mda.org * National MS Society Provides information on MS (Multiple Sclerosis) support groups, MS Walks and Challenge Walks and MS Bike Rides to raise funds to find a cure for MS. Great resource for folks with MS and their family and friends. Magazine- insidems www.nationalmssociety.org * PVA- Paralyzed Veterans of America Group that assists veterans with spinal cord injuries and certain neurological conditions to get benefits if they are found to be eligible. Chartered by Congress. Magazine- PN. www.pva.org * Pleasant View, Inc From this beginning, Pleasant View has grown into an organization which serves over 70 people in residential settings and 80 people in day support services in 8 locations throughout the city of Harrisonburg, Rockingham County, and beyond. Residential services provided range from structured home based care on the intermediate care level for people with severe and profound disabilities to independent apartment living and home living. Residences include larger living arrangements such as the 15-person Harrison Residence, small community based homes for 4 to 6 people, and 10 apartments. Day support services include highly structured center based programs for people with severe needs, community based programs of volunteer service, employment enclaves in which staff members and 2 or more clients fill jobs in the community, and individual supported employment. Pleasant View also provides a ministry program that creates meaningful interactions between those we serve and the wider community. www.pleasantviewinc.org/news.html * United Cerebral Palsy United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) is the leading source of information on cerebral palsy and is a pivotal advocate for the rights of persons with any disability. As one of the largest health charities in America, the UCP mission is to advance the independence, productivity and full citizenship of people with disabilities through an affiliate network. www.ucp.org * Virginia Victory Games (formerly the Rainbow Games) This non-profit organization provides athletic competition for young people with disabilities. It usually takes place every March, for more details please visit their website www.vavictorygames.org * The World of Possibilities Expo The Expo provides an opportunity for you to enhance your knowledge and to explore the latest and greatest products, services, technology and resources for persons with disabilities and their caregivers. Please check website for more details. www.caringcommunities.org Medical Equipment * Altimate Medical- EasyStand standing frames Standing assistance for persons with limited mobility to help increase weight bearing on the lower body. www.easystand.com * Lasher Sport Wheelchairs Custom wheelchairs made for your body. Many options to choose from but no stock chairs are sold. You get the chair you want and it will be one of a kind. Made in Alaska and shipped to your home. VA approved for Veterans. Excellent costumer service. Buddy?s wheelchair is a Lasher Sport chair. www.lashersport.com Wheelchair Pageants/Programs * Ms. Wheelchair America Organization that brings titleholders from each state with a state program to compete for the title of Ms. Wheelchair America. The crowing event is a week long, held in late July or early August every year. Each woman is judged on poise, platform, speech, and judging interviews. The titleholder will represent all women with disabilities in wheelchairs nationwide during her year long reign. www.mswheelchairamerica.org Articles of Interest Articles of Interest * Ms. Wheelchair Virginia Group Moving Here * Waiter, There?s a Bad Attitude in my Soup |