Advocating for inclusion and belonging, that people with disabilities might have faith-filled and flourishing lives.
Wisconsin, USA
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The 2024 Reimagining Spirituality Leadership Award
The award recognizes the contributions of an individual who has been a major influence in furthering opportunities, access, and support for people with I/DD in their spiritual lives. aaiddreligion.org/reimaginin…
At long last, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services agrees: "Family members are the bedrock of the system of care for frail older adults and younger people with disabilities"
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"Are things really a lot better now for disabled people than they were 50 years ago?" www-forbes-com.cdn.ampprojec…
An uncomfortable question... If we are willing to disregard the uniquely human experience of spirituality in the lives of people with the most pervasive needs for support, what else about their humanity are we willing to disregard? largertable.com/2023/07/09/w… @aaiddreligion
The great Will Allen talks about his life's work in sustainable urban farming and healthy living at @_aaidd Wisconsin conference. @wibpdd #Community
AAIDD Wisconsin is proud to have Will Allen, Dr. Aruna Tummala, and Samantha Brophy as speakers for the 2023 Annual Conference “Promoting Wellness for ALL”! Friday, June 16. Learn more and register at lnkd.in/g-vga2mU @wibpdd @_aaidd
“Divorce: The Continuing Myth of the 80%” It’s not just about bad data. It’s about hurtful rhetoric. Stop the lies and the #VictimBlaming when it comes to divorce and disability. largertable.com/2023/05/07/d…
ALT Quote: The figures are absolutely shocking. They are also absolutely untrue.
Registration for the 2023 Institute on Theology and Disability is now open. bit.ly/register-itd-23 Plenary lineup includes Erik Carter and Rebecca Spurrier, Hans Reinders, Sara Hendren & Elizabeth Guffey, Julia Watts Belser, Sarah Melcher, and more.
"Can't Hire Caregivers? Ask the MCOs about their profits." A bold and necessary move, @stcolettaofwisc Thank you!
Still time to register for the Faith Inclusion Network-FIN Community for ALL Virtual Conference. lnkd.in/g2Cb4S_3
I'm thrilled to be leading a "Common Threads" conversation with these three pretty amazing friends of mine.
Proud to be a part of the @arcillinois Leadership Conference. "God and the Group Home"
Rest in peace, Ms. Curtis. disabilityscoop.com/2022/11/…
Nominations now being accepted for the 2023 Reimagining Spirituality Leadership Award, from the Religion and Spirituality Network of @_aaidd. Know someone who has been influential at the intersection of faith and disability? aaiddreligion.org/reimaginin…
Including God in Person Centered Planning. Superb article by Bill Gaventa. @aaiddreligion ccids.umaine.edu/2022/09/29/…
Truth.
16,800,000 people in America are caring for a child with a disability or a complex medical need.
The church must care for the caregiver. Don't let them go unseen.
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Mark your calendars now.
A report on violence against kids with disabilities is sobering — if not surprising npr.org/sections/goatsandsod…
