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- Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Announces Opening of the Virginia G. Piper Sports and Fitness CenterArizona Bridge to Independent Living is pleased to announce the opening of the Virginia G. Piper Sports & Fitness Center for Persons with Disabilities.
Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Announces Gabe Gerbic as Virginia G. Piper Sports and Fitness Center Fitness CoordinatorGabe Gerbic has joined ABIL as fitness coordinator at the Virginia G. Piper Sports & Fitness Center for Persons with Disabilities.
Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Receives $500,000 Grant from the Kresge Foundation for the Completion of the Virginia G. Piper Sports & Fitness CenterArizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL), Arizona's largest center for independent living serving people with disabilities, is proud to announce that it has received a $500,000 grant from the Kresge Foundation- Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Receives $75,000 Grant from the BHHS Legacy Foundation for the Virginia G. Piper Sports & Fitness CenterArizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL), Arizona's largest center for independent living serving people with disabilities, is proud to announce that it has received a $75,000 grant from the BHHS Legacy Foundation
- Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Announces Amber Blanchard as Virginia G. Piper Sports & Fitness Center for Persons with Disabilities ManagerABIL, Arizona's largest center for independent living serving people with disabilities, is pleased to announce that Amber Blanchard has joined the organization as manager at the Virginia G. Piper Sports & Fitness Center for Persons with Disabilities
Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Honors Advocates at Annual Awards CeremonyArizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL), Arizona's largest center for independent living serving people with disabilities, presented its Spirit of ABIL award to John Britton of Phoenix.
Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Honors John Britton at Annual Spirit of ABIL CeremonyArizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL), Arizona's largest center for independent living serving people with disabilities, presented its Spirit of ABIL award to John Britton during its annual Awards ceremony.
Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Receives $25,000 Grant from Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation for the Virginia G. Piper Sports & Fitness CenterArizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL), Arizona's largest center for independent living serving people with disabilities, is proud to announce that it has received a $25,000 Quality of Life grant from the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation.- Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Accepting Nominations for Its Annual Spirit of ABIL AwardArizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL) is accepting nominations for its annual Spirit of ABIL Award.
- Arizona Bridge to Independent Living Elects New Officers for Board of DirectorsArizona Bridge to Independent Living (ABIL), Arizona's largest center for independent living serving people with disabilities, has elected its board of directors.
- Anita Cameron is the New Region II Representative for the National Council on Independent LivingI have won my bid for Region II Representative at the National Council on Independent Living. What does this mean for me, and what are my plans?
- I'm Running for Region II Representative at National Council on Independent Living!Once again, I am running for Region II Representative with the National Council on Independent Living (NCIL). Though I lost my bid the first time I ran, I'm determined to win this time!
How to Make Independent Living CardsFor the extra assurance they provide, independent living cards--as simplified instructions for daily living--are worth the little time it takes to make them.- Tips for Preparing for Senior Independent LivingLiving independently is one of the options most preferred by seniors. Few people really want to leave their home, and with a few basic preparations it should not be necessary.
- Easy Remodeling Tips for Independent Living SeniorsIndependent seniors home remodeling can be a very important yet often overlooked thing to deal with. Here are some hints which you should follow when remodeling for independent seniors for the first time.
Important Independent Living Tips for SeniorsAre you looking for an independent living facility for yourself, a parent, or a grandparent? These tips will help you find the independent living facility that fits best with what you are looking for.- 7 Senior Tips for Independent LivingSenior citizens want to make sure they have independence as they age, and it's really important for their overall well-being to be prepared in case something happens. Here are seven independent living tips for seniors.
5 Independent Living Tips for SeniorsSenior citizens can live independently and effectively by practicing a number of things.
Independent Living Centers Help People with DisabilitiesIndependent living centers provide vital services to people with disabilities.- Independent Living ExplainedIndependent living communities offer a number of benefits for retirees who are looking for a place to enjoy social and recreational programs.
- New Technologies that Help You Stay in Your Home as You AgeHome-care robots have yet to arrive, but new technology is helping to promote stay-in-your-home independent living.
- Independent Living Research UtilizationAlmost anyone with a disability, or anyone who helps care for such a person, can tap a major resource through Independent Living Research Utilization.
- How to Build a Retirement Home for Independent LivingEvery couple or individual that sees their children establish their own lives thinks about the unique retirement home they will own for independent living. Here are 10 steps to help couples and individuals narrow their choices for the perfect retirement home.
- Independent Living, Assisted Living: Is the Time Ever Right?I hope this essay will help you as I go through this process. Knowing when the time is right has many variables which you will see when you read this.
Arizona Capitol Times Honors Darrel Christenson at the 2011 Leaders of the Year in Public Policy Awards Luncheon and PresentationArizona Capitol Times presented its Leader in Social Services award to Darrel Christenson, vice president/director of community integration at Arizona Bridge to Independent Living
Susan Webb, Arizona Bridge to Independent Living's Director of Employment Services Receives the Humanitarian Award from the Arizona Medical AssociationSusan Webb, director of ABIL Employment Services received the Humanitarian Award from the Arizona Medical Association- Hopi Tribe and Raising Special Kids to Host Disability ConferenceThe Hopi Tribe's Office of Special Needs and Raising Special Kids have announced that they will be hosting the Hopi Disability Conference on Aug. 4-5 at the Moencopi Legacy Inn, located in Tuba City.
- In-home Care Budget CutThis is how a 17% budget cut could affect my life and employment rates and my area.
- The Admiral at the Lake Holds Groundbreaking CeremonyThe Edgewater neighborhood was home to a groundbreaking ceremony to commemorate the redevelopment of The Admiral at the Lake.
- Tips for Helping Our Children Learn Independent Living SkillsThis article provides tips on teaching independent living skills to children.
- Home Improvement Tips for Independent Living SeniorsA few simple home improvements can make a senior's home more livable for a longer period and allow the senior to retain their sense of independence while helping family members feel assured they are safe in their own home.
- Tips for Senior Independent LivingIt becomes harder to live independently as we age, as our vision and hearing begins to recede. We can, however, continue to live by ourselves by being careful. This article provides some tips on senior independent living.
- Independent Living Aids: The CaneI am a disabled individual who takes care of two other disabled individuals therefore I feel I'm an expert in independent living aids
- Independent Living Helping the ElderlyThings to consider helping our elderly live independent. How to adapt their environment to fit their lives.
Indianapolis' IRCIL Holds 2008 Annual MeetingAmong meeting's activities were inspiring words from disabled citizen advocate, Dan Wilkins, and an award to the contagiously affable George Rush.
Dan Wilkins Speaks at IRCIL's 2008 Annual MeetingA transccript of Dan Wilkins' words at IRCIL's 2008 Annual Meeting.- Marca Bristo ProfileMarca Bristo is the president, co-founder, and CEO of Access Living in Chicago, which is an independent living center for people with disabilities.
- Charles Carr ProfileCharles Carr was 14 years old when he broke his neck in a diving mishap. He found himself isolated in a school for students with disabilities, and ever since than he has battled for disability independence.