The Latest news about what is effecting those with Disabilities in North America, These PR articles, bring the newest technologies, initiatives and helpful tools to those who need them.
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The Expo will go on all weekend, September 8-10 at WestWorld of Scottsdale, showcasing invaluable products, services, resources, workshops, an all-inclusive climbing wall and adaptive activities for people with disabilities, their families, caregivers, seniors, wounded vets and healthcare professionals.
Admission and parking to Abilities Expo are free and show hours are Friday and Saturday, 11 am – 5 pm and Sunday, 11 am – 4 pm. Complimentary loaner scooters, wheelchair repair and sign language interpreters are also available during show hours. Free online registration is encouraged.
Dave Stevens ProStantz Ability Football Camp
At the Abilities Expo debut of Dave Stevens’ “All Ability Football” event, youth of all levels of ability will run drills, pass the ball, score a touchdown and discover the sport of football.
ATTENTION radio TV Editors & Show Producers: Dave and Luis Zendejas are available to be booked for live in-studio or zoom interviews the week of September 4th to share information about the Abilities Expo, the football camp and Dave’s inspirational story of perseverance and hope. To schedule, call Dave at 860.690.4877.
Dave Stevens’ Story
As an athlete, Stevens made NCAA history as the only double amputee to play three seasons of college football at Augsburg University from 1987-89. Dave also signed a spring training contract in 1996 and played three weeks of baseball with the St. Paul Saints. His teammates included MLB legend Darryl Strawberry and Hall of Fame pitcher Jack Morris. Stevens started one game at second base, and even pinch hit for Strawberry after a three-home run game. Stevens tried out for the Minnesota Twins in
1983 and 1984, as well as the Dallas Cowboys in 1990.
In 1995, Stevens left Hubbard Broadcasting (KSTP TV) for ESPN in Bristol, CT where he worked in various behind-the-scenes roles with SportsCenter and all its platforms. Dave’s accomplishments include winning seven National Sports Emmy’s during his 20- year career at the worldwide leader in sports. Dave left ESPN in 2015, and for nearly a decade now is a full-time highly sought after national speaker, sharing his message about his amazing journey in life.
Dave Stevens can also be seen in the new NETFLIX documentary “The Saint of Second Chances” which showcases his historic time in the minor leagues with the St. Paul Saints in 1996 and his relationship with former MLB Superstar Darryl Strawberry.
See Dave in action:
25th anniversary of Dave Stevens playing with the Saint Paul Saints
Here’s the lineup for the Expo:
Adaptive Climbing Wall
Regardless of their level of ability, attendees can scale the Adaptive climbing wall. The experience is led by Paralympian Mark Wellman of No Limits, the first paraplegic to summit El Capitan and Half Dome in Yosemite National Park. Mark’s innovative adaptive climbing techniques and equipment will support any Expo-goer who wants to reach the summit.
Ability360 Sports Zone
A multitude of adaptive sports will be available all day, every day at the Ability360 Sports Zone.There will equipment and experts on hand to encourage both rookies and seasoned sports enthusiasts to test their skills.
Newest Products, Services and Technologies
Attendees experience cutting-edge products and services for people with a wide range of disabilities. They will find mobility products, devices for people with developmental disabilities, medical equipment, home accessories, essential services, low-cost daily living aids, products for people with sensory impairments and more.
Informative Workshops
The workshop series covers a wide range of topics that are specifically relevant to the disability community. Join us for sessions on accessible home design, financial planning, therapeutic cannabis, accessible fashion, travel, inter-abled relationships, assistive technology and more. There’s also a workshop to help you source funding for the equipment you want, but insurance won’t cover.
Adaptive Sports, Assistance Animals, Face Painting
Attendees can also attend service dog demos and play adaptive sports like tennis, football, pop-shot basketball, rugby, paracheer, hockey, pickleball, rowing, table tennis, fitness and more. There will also be face painting for kids on Saturday and Sunday from noon to 4:00pm.
Disability Services
We offer a variety of disability services and support, including free loaner scooters which are available during show hours on a first come, first served basis. Is your wheelchair in need of a tune-up? Swing by the Free Wheelchair Repair Pavilion for minor maintenance. American Sign Language interpretation services will also be available for those who need translation. All workshops are captioned through CART (Communication Access Realtime Translation) services.
Free Shuttle
Accessible, round-trip transportation from Ability360 in Phoenix to Abilities Expo will be provided free-of-charge to expo-goers. Click here to schedule your ride.
Visit http://www.abilities.com/phoenix for more information and to register online for free.
About Abilities Expo
Abilities Expo is the nation’s leading event for people with disabilities, their families, caregivers and healthcare professionals. For more than four decades, the disability community has gathered at Abilities Expos all over the country to discover the latest, life-enhancing products and services, access experts in info-packed workshops and engage in fun, adaptive activities like sports, fitness, dance, service dog demonstrations and more. This event is designed to increase independence for people with disabilities and admission is always free. Visit http://www.abilities.com.
About Dave Stevens Speaks:
As a legless athlete and motivational speaker, Dave Stevens shares with audiences of all ages on topics ranging from diversity and inclusion to achieving “impossible” dreams. His amazing and uplifting story has taken him around the world, from corporations to colleges, grade schools to arenas. His message is the same: You can do anything in life that you put your mind to, despite the odds. For more information, call (860) 690-4877 or visit http://www.DaveStevensSpeaks.com.
Media Contact
Robb Leer, Leer Communications & Consultants, 6127010608, robbl@leercommunications.com
SOURCE Dave Stevens Speaks
Importantly, the orders, which the church published online on their website at ULCCaseLaw.com, specifically address ministers of the Universal Life Church – meaning individuals who were ordained online by other organizations may not have the same protections as ministers of the ULC and may not be able to legally solemnize marriages anywhere in Tennessee.
In an emailed message to its ministers declaring victory, the ULC thanked its members and vowed to circulate the order to all county clerks in the state of Tennessee. The ULC also promised to re-address the issue if or when any other county clerk ever chose to challenge the ability of one of its ministers to solemnize marriage.
The orders stem from a legal dispute that began in June of 2019, when the state legislature of Tennessee passed a law that was specifically designed to prohibit ministers who were ordained by the Universal Life Church from solemnizing legal marriages. The Church immediately took state officials into federal court, and were successful in winning an injunction that blocked that law from taking effect as this litigation was pending.
Media Contact
Br. G. Martin, Universal Life Church, 1 2062851086, [email protected], https://www.ULC.org
SOURCE Universal Life Church
“This year, put Christ back on the Christmas tree and hang the fruits of His sacrifice as ornaments. Jesus is the only One to receive the glory,” said Ramirez.
Roland Ramirez is a Christian who loves the Lord and has served in a variety of ministries over the past 15 years. He writes from his personal experience in ministry and the inspiration and direction of the Lord.
Xulon Press, a division of Salem Media Group, is the world’s largest Christian self-publisher, with more than 15,000 titles published to date. Who Is Santa Claus Biblically is available online through xulonpress.com/bookstore, amazon.com, and barnesandnoble.com.
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Roland Ramirez, Salem Author Services, 832-512-9995, [email protected]
SOURCE Salem Author Services
Soldiers’ Angels event kicks off monthly opportunity for Dallas-area Service Members and Veterans in need of food support
DALLAS, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — Soldiers’ Angels, the national nonprofit that provides more food exclusively to Veterans than any other organization in America, is coming to North Texas during National Hunger Action Month and hosting its first Military and Veteran Food Distribution event in Dallas on Friday, Sept. 8.
Registration is now open at SoldiersAngels.org/Dallas. The food distribution is open to Veterans and active duty Service Members, Guardsmen, and Reservists. Service Members and Veterans must pre-register each month.
To be held on the first Friday of every month, the Dallas Military and Veteran Food Distribution event will eventually provide 200 pre-registered Military-connected individuals and families, on average, 75 lbs. of fresh fruits and vegetables, meats, and non-perishables. The initial event will serve 100 Service Members and Veterans.
The Sept. 8 launch event is sponsored by Lockheed Martin; the date also coincides with its monthly employee volunteer day. A long-time supporter of Soldiers’ Angels, the company recently provided similar support at the organization’s food distribution events in Denver and Orlando.
Now in its eighth year, Soldiers’ Angels’ monthly food distribution has not only expanded to Dallas; it has gone beyond Veterans to also include active duty Service Members, Guardsmen, and Reservists in need of support. According to the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, nearly 100,000 military Veterans reside in Dallas County, Texas.
HOW TO REGISTER: Veterans, Service Members, Guardsmen and Reservists must pre-register at SoldiersAngels.org/Dallas.
WHEN: Friday, September 8, 2023, 1:00-2:00 PM
WHO: Hosted by Soldiers’ Angels and Lockheed Martin in partnership with the North Texas Food Bank
WHERE: Holy Cross Catholic Church, 5004 Bonnie View Rd., Dallas, Texas 78241
BACKGROUND: Soldiers’ Angels’ Military and Veteran Food Distribution is a nationwide initiative that started in September 2015 at the nonprofit headquarters in San Antonio, Texas. The program continues monthly and has expanded to Atlanta, Charleston, Denver, Detroit, Orlando, and Dallas. And, thanks to generous donors, the program has expanded in 2023 to include qualified active duty Military, Guard, and Reserve families. For video of Soldiers’ Angels Military and Veteran Food Distribution in action, visit soldiersangels.org/veteranfooddistributions.
About Soldiers’ Angels: Soldiers’ Angels is a national 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides aid, comfort, and resources to the Military, Veterans, and their families. Founded in 2003 by the family of General George Patton, hundreds of thousands of Soldiers’ Angels “Angel” volunteers assist Veterans, wounded and deployed personnel, and their families in a variety of unique and effective ways. (Tax ID# 20-0583415). Learn more at soldiersangels.org.
About Lockheed Martin: Headquartered in Bethesda, Maryland, Lockheed Martin Corporation is a global security and aerospace company that employs approximately 116,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. Please follow @LMNews on X for the latest announcements and news across the corporation.
Media Contact
Mark Szymanski, Soldiers’ Angels, 1 210-629-0020, [email protected], www.SoldiersAngels.org
Michelle Julazadeh Chavarin, Soldiers’ Angels, 1 210-960-4828, [email protected], www.SoldiersAngels.org
SOURCE Soldiers’ Angels
El veterano del sector Genaro Perez regresa a la marca para supervisar el marketing y la estrategia de marca PHOENIX, 29 de agosto de 2023 /PRNewswire-HISPANIC PR WIRE/ — Peter Piper Pizza, el restaurante de pizzas recién hechas con el lema “comida, familia y diversión”, ha designado al…
New Arrivals Inc, a leading name in the baby bedding industry, has unveiled an exciting addition to their online shopping experience, “Design Your Own Baby Bedding.” This revolutionary feature, accessible on their website www.newarrivalsinc.com, empowers customers to create customized, one of a kind baby bedding with a fun and interactive online design tool.
HOUSTON, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — New Arrivals Inc, a leading name in the baby bedding industry, is thrilled to announce an exciting enhancement to their online shopping experience. It is called Design Your Own Baby Bedding. The direct-to-consumer company has launched this innovative feature on their website, www.newarrivalsinc.com, that empowers customers to design their own bespoke baby bedding.
This groundbreaking addition to New Arrivals Inc’s website provides parents and caregivers with a unique opportunity to create personalized and one-of-a-kind bedding for their little ones. The user-friendly, interactive design tool allows customers to choose from an array of high-quality fabrics, colors, patterns, and themes to craft the perfect ensemble for their baby’s nursery.
“We are committed to providing our customers with the highest level of customization and quality,” said Ben Temple, Owner at New Arrivals Inc. “With our new design feature, parents can now bring their creative vision to life, ensuring that every detail of their baby’s bedding reflects their unique style and preferences.”
The custom design process is simple and intuitive. Customers can easily select their preferred fabric type, color scheme, and pattern, while also having the option to add personalized monograms or embroidery for an extra touch of elegance. This innovative feature not only adds a personal touch to the nursery, but also offers a memorable and heartfelt gift option for baby showers and other special occasions.
New Arrivals Inc has a long-standing reputation for delivering exceptional quality, craftsmanship, and style in their baby bedding collections. The introduction of the custom design feature further solidifies their commitment to offering parents a wide range of options to create a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for their precious little ones.
The new custom design feature is now live on the New Arrivals Inc website and is available for customers to explore and create their dream baby bedding sets.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Amanda Fowler
832-299-5640
amanda@newarrivalsinc.com
About New Arrivals Inc:
New Arrivals Inc, with over 25 years of experience, is a renowned baby bedding company known for its exquisite designs, superior quality, and exceptional customer service. With a commitment to innovation and personalization, New Arrivals Inc continues to set new standards in the industry by offering parents the ability to design their own baby bedding, ensuring every nursery is a reflection of individual style and love. Instagram: @newarrivalsinc, Facebook: Facebook.com/newarrivalsinc, Website: www.newarrivalsinc.com
Media Contact
Amanda Fowler, New Arrivals Inc, 1 832-299-5640, [email protected], https://newarrivalsinc.com
SOURCE New Arrivals Inc
“The Aging Better Expo exceeded our expectations,” said Elderwerks President Jennifer Prell. “The speakers were amazing and received rave reviews. The onsite resources and representatives were all engaging and supportive of the older adults and seniors who toured the Expo. We are already planning the next Expo—our 10th anniversary for this event— for Aug. 14, 2024.”
Visitors met with representatives from over 100 local resources and aging experts who provided information about local services agencies, senior communities, businesses, and benefits. The presentations were in-person and virtual ranging from increasing strength and mobility, to learning the basics of Medicare, to being aware of various financial scams. Some presentations were recorded and can be viewed by visiting this link.
“We found that our most popular presentations focused on topics that concern many seniors such as estate planning and fraud protection and advocacy,” Prell said. “The latter topic worries many as we hear about seniors experiencing financial scams that not only take away their hard-earned money, but also leaves them afraid to trust people who do have their best intentions in mind. This year, we focused on different areas of health, and I was pleased to see guests wanting to learn about improving their brain health as they age.”
Seeing an important need to help veterans and Spanish speakers, Prell and her team are also working on presenting two more free events. Elderwerks will be hosting a Veterans’ Health and Wellness Expo on Monday, November 6th from 3 to 6 p.m. at the McHenry County Administration Building, 667 Ware Road, Woodstock, IL, and Exposición Latina Para Mayores | Latin Expo for Seniors on Thursday, November 16 from 2:30 to 7:30 p.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Edward Catholic Preparatory Academy gym, 274 Division Street, Elgin, Illinois.
“Elderwerks Latino Senior Expo is an exciting opportunity for Elderwerks and local resources to help older adults, seniors, caregivers, and their families understand the services available to them,” Prell said. “We believe this population has been underserved. We want to help everyone understand what’s available to our Latino seniors including local and federal resources, how to avoid scams and fraud, and aging well in Illinois.”
For more information about Elderwerks, visit its website or its YouTube Page.
About Elderwerks:
Based in Palatine, Elderwerks, a not-for-profit 501(c)3 organization, has helped thousands of older adults and seniors age well. Elderwerks offers complimentary information, referrals, and guidance for all types of senior living, home care, support services, and benefits based on your or your loved one’s needs. Acting as “senior guidance advisors,” we help find the right solutions for you or your loved one. Whether it’s assisted living, memory care, a referral for an elder law attorney, veterans benefit specialist, or transition to any other type of senior care, Elderwerks simplifies the process of navigating senior living options and supportive services. We can offer you support in a very short period. Don’t let the future overwhelm you, call Elderwerks first: 855-462-0100. For more information, visit Elderwerks’ website.
Media Contact
Marie Lazzara, M2 Digital Media Group, 630-400-3361, [email protected], https://m2digitalmediagroup.com/
SOURCE Elderwerks
