Community development

The secret world of disabled gamers

Studies like this one could begin to make digital games more accessible to people with a wide range of disabilities. Games for people with disabilities. The Economist Emerging Technology from the arXiv, MIT Technology Review July 3, … READ MORE

People with disabilities failed by dearth of funding worldwide, say campaigners

As UK co-hosts world’s first disability summit, Theresa May warns that most vulnerable are ‘forced, every day, to deal with prejudice and even violence.’ Frank, who has cerebral palsy, lives in Kakuma refugee camp, in northern … READ MORE

The smartphone feature that could potentially save your life

PEI paramedic says information is crucial in a crisis, but many people don’t know about or use apps. Island EMS advanced care paramedic Holly Noel says any clue is useful when paramedics are dealing with a medical emergency. … READ MORE

Alberta reforms AISH process, allows online applications

New forms for those with disabilities simplifies language to remove barriers. Community and Social Services Minister Irfan Sabir poses with Alberta MLAs and AISH clients to discuss the province’s new AISH guide. Government of … READ MORE

Dementia patients could remain at home longer thanks to ground breaking technology

Innovative new technology will enable people with dementia to receive round the clock observation and live independently in their own homes, a new study in the journal PL0S One reports. sabinevanerp, Pixabay CC0 By Natasha Meredith, … READ MORE

Student with cerebral palsy runs in final track-and-field meet

The 13-year-old will be starting high school in September. Brody Daigneau, a grade 8 student from St. John the Evangelist Catholic Elementary School, ran the 800-metre event at the school’s track-and-field event Wednesday. … READ MORE

Edmonton day camp for children with disabilities, chronic illness receives funding boost

‘I’ve always wanted to learn gymnastics and become an athlete.’ A free day camp for children living with a chronic illness or disability. Apply Now! Children with disabilities and chronic illnesses and their friends … READ MORE

The CRA makes life more difficult for Canadians with disabilities

People with severe disabilities face a number of challenges in everyday life, chief among them financial – including barriers to employment and additional costs to manage their conditions, from mobility devices through to … READ MORE

Much needed respite: special home offers overnight stays for special-needs adults

Sima Tarzaban Thorpe, executive director of The Arc of Spokane, on left, and Supportive Living Manager Betty Gall, stand in the living room of the Arc’s new respite house for short-term stays by adult children with intellectual … READ MORE

Play ball! Special needs baseball program expanding in Edmonton area

90 kids playing Challenger Baseball in Spruce Grove, St. Albert and Sherwood Park. A player gets in his stance to hit the ball during a Challenger baseball game on Monday night. Roberta Bell CBC Roberta Bell, CBC News Edmonton June … READ MORE

Kayak paddle solution

Angle Oar offers two mounted paddle systems to make recreational, adaptive kayaking much easier for people with limited arm motion or stamina. The Versa system By Josie Byzek, New Mobility June 1, 2018 The first, Versa, features a … READ MORE

‘I can’t continue to do this forever’: Families with children aging out of care seek answers

CBC Radio’s Crisis of Care panel brought together concerned families and a group of experts. Matthew Canto with his parents Rose and Tony. Rose spoke about her fears for Matthew’s future as she struggles to find … READ MORE

Major disabilities research project highlights need for change

The daily lives of disabled people are impacted by ‘unhelpful, exclusionary or downright abusive’ practices, according to a major research project looking at issues facing those with disabilities in the UK today. University of … READ MORE

CPAA 2018 summer program registration now open in Calgary and Edmonton

The Cerebral Palsy Association in Alberta (CPAA) offers programs to people with cerebral palsy and other disabilities that provide essential social interaction and healthy activities in nurturing environments. Register for summer … READ MORE

Join us for the 1st Annual CPAA – Kyle Miller Golf Without Limits Tournament

This Texas Scramble Tournament will take place at the picturesque McKenzie Meadows Golf Club with a shotgun start at 1pm complete with exciting challenges and prizes along the way including a $15,000 Hole In One cash prize sponsored … READ MORE

Alberta health union launches campaign against ‘threats’ posed by UCP

One of the province’s largest health care unions is wading into the political arena by launching a media campaign to counter “threats” to public health care posed by the potential election of the United Conservative Party next … READ MORE

This marathoner with cerebral palsy just got the Nike hookup

On Sunday, Justin Gallegos, who has Cerebral Palsy, completed a half marathon. Nike helped him create his dream shoe. Justin Gallegos. Jordan Beckett Photo courtesy of Nike By Elizabeth Segran, Fast Company May 1, 2018 As a high … READ MORE

How Canada is harming its most vulnerable citizens

The tangled web of disability governance and policy in Canada bodes poorly for Canadians with severe disabilities. National Revenue Minister Diane Lebouthillier, standing during question period in the House of Commons on Parliament … READ MORE

Apple spotlights how accessible tech helps people with disabilities thrive

There’s something undeniably special in the way Meera Phillips looks at you when you speak. It’s as if your words are the only words that will ever matter, whether you’re talking about something silly or something … READ MORE

Xbox adaptive controller first look: A new, necessary gamepad

Today we celebrate the seventh annual Global Accessibility Awareness Day and announce new technology and resources for people with disabilities. The goal of GAAD is to get everyone talking, thinking and learning about … READ MORE

Province hiring its first advocate for people with disabilities

‘This doesn’t answer all of the issues, but it’s definitely a start.’ Minister of Community and Social Services Irfan Sabir is overseeing the creation of a new office that will advocate for people with … READ MORE

Britain’s transport system is great – if you’re not disabled

If you are a disabled person wanting to get around by yourself on train or tube, good luck to you. Here’s what needs to be done. ‘Only about a quarter of London’s underground stations are fully accessible for disabled people.’ … READ MORE

Living with disability: ‘Personal assistants are my ears, hands, and body’

Nadia Clarke, who has cerebral palsy and is profoundly deaf, employs a team of eight PAs to help her study, work, socialise and travel. Nadia Clarke and her godson Ned on a visit to a sea life centre. Melanie Tiplady, The Guardian … READ MORE

Therapeutic horse riding and adaptive sports groups share knowledge

Noriko Ohsada and her daughter Meg meet with Rundle Riders Therapeutic Riding Association instructor Sue Clark at an information session with Rocky Mountain Adaptive Sports and guest speakers at St. Michael’s Anglican Church hall on … READ MORE

Paramedics road-testing portable health records system

Quebec-based company Prehos supplying digital system used in pilot project. Chief Michael Nolan demonstrates how paramedics will now be able to access patients’ medical information on an iPad. CBC CBC News Ottawa April 06, 2018 … READ MORE

Dance aids healthier ageing

Queensland Ballet and QUT today released the results of a joint project examining the health and wellbeing benefits of ballet for older Australians. Queensland Ballet Artistic Director Li Cunxin leads a Ballet for Seniors class. Ali … READ MORE

She took up skiing to help with cerebral palsy, now she’s at the Paralympics

Para-alpine skier Mel Pemble of Victoria was true to her word. She was only 14 when she won two medals at the 2015 Canada Winter Games in Prince George. After that achievement, she said: “Some say I might be a bit young yet for … READ MORE

Alberta father hopes son’s story highlights the importance of inclusive education

For Herrington and his wife, they never imagined school would be an option for their son. Just recently, the grade 1 student received a Cool Kid award during an assembly, but perhaps his greatest feat yet is walking for the first time … READ MORE

‘I am absolutely furious,’ says mother trying to renew disability tax credit

CRA complaints include lost documents, rejection of previously approved applicants. More Canadians are speaking out about difficulty dealing with the Canada Revenue Agency as they apply for the disability tax credit. Canadians are … READ MORE

My son has Down’s syndrome – and he belongs in a mainstream school

The success of the Finnish system is proof that inclusive education is best for all children, whether disabled or not. ‘Stories of inclusion in education need to be brought to life in all their personal, painful, comic, mundane and … READ MORE

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