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Person-Centered Culture and Practices Social Platforms Join accessABILITY, an Indianapolis based non-profit welcoming individuals around the country, as we host Dis-Queer, a peer-led, peer-supported safe space for LGBTQIA+ people with disabilities to connect and learn together. Dis-Queer FACEBOOK Purple Ella Autism and Disability I’m disabled and I make content about my life with autism, ADHD and chronic illness (hEDS) I live with my husband Mr Purple, our three children, our cat Katsu and Coco my autism assistance dog. LEARN MORE Free Wheelin' Blog about Karin's journey in life. Life & Travel with a Disability Karin, a writer, and travel blogger with a service dog, graduated with a Bachelor's degree in English from Stanford, and a Master's degree in Psychology from Antioch. EXPLORE One Love One Love was founded to honor the unnecessary and tragic death of Yeardley Love by engaging young people through compelling, relatable films and honest conversations around healthy and unhealthy relationship behaviors. LEARN MORE Microaggressions Power, Privilege and Everyday Life This blog seeks to provide a visual representation of the everyday of “microaggressions.” LEARN MORE Howard McBroom "Howard McBroom is an activist, advocate, and motivational speaker living in Los Angeles, California who has devoted many years to providing support for the disability community." LEARN MORE The Arc Minnesota The Arc Minnesota provides information and assistance to support people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families statewide. LEARN MORE Smart Hearing blog on hearing loss appears weekly at AARP online and also appears on this web site. Katherine Bouton is the author of 'Shouting Won't Help' and 'Living Better With Hearing Loss'. LEARN MORE Websites | YouTube | Instagram and more Carly Findlay Appearance activist, speaker, new rollerskater, wears the rainbow. Learn more Lee Ridley: Lost Voice Guy Comedian with the iPad. Disabled before it was popular Learn more I WEIGH I Weigh is about radical inclusivity, so that no one feels alone. Learn more RespectAbility RespectAbility is a diverse, disability-led nonprofit that works to create systemic change in how society views and values people with disabilities. Learn more AbleHere…Disabled but able too An online community website for disabled people, where we can chat and help each other by sharing our experiences. This network of disabled people is 100% free and run and controlled by disabled people. Learn more Scarleteen Sex ed for the real world. Inclusive, comprehensive, supportive sexuality and relationships info for teens and emerging adults. Learn more Aprender A Quererme Mi nombre es Mónica Vidal Gutiérrez, soy autista y madre de dos adolescentes posiblemente neurodivergentes ambos. Mi profesión es ingeniera de sistemas. Blog: #PresumirCompetencia Learn more Clara Woods My name is Clara. I am 16 years old. I had a stroke. I can't speak but I understand three languages. I am a painter and a model. Learn more rodandoando_org Te ayudo a transitar las etapas de la discapacidad Hablemos de problemas de los que no se habla ¡Inspírate y toma la fuerza para seguir adelante! Check out their Channel Unmasking the Stigma Behind Autism in Females We are Shane (he/him) and Hannah (she/her). We've been dating for over four years (and we got married in September of 2020), and we've discovered that people find our relationship to be pretty peculiar... Watch the Video Ahren Belisle Check out their Channel Disabled comedian/engineer/mental health advocate Autism - How My Unstoppable Mother Proved the Experts Wrong: Chris Varney at TEDxMelbourne Watch the video Self-Determination Channel By self-advocates for self-advocates The Council on Quality and Leadership Find webinars, stories and more The Valuable 500 Disability Pride Month Learn more My Trip Throught Life with MS I'm a city girl living in Toronto. I love books, wine, galleries and gossip. I believe in always having an up-to-date passport and in doing the thing you always said you would. Learn more JessicaOutOfTheCloset Adding vintage fabulousness to life with disabilities and chronic illness. Learn more Ashley Harris Whaley Changing perspectives through education & conversation. Learn more The Mobility Project An online resource devoted to people with mobility conditions, especially wheelchair and assistive technology users as well as caregivers and families. Learn more Parents with Disabilities Representation. Community. Anti-ableism. Raising resilient, creative, solution-focused, kind, and Justice driven children. Learn more Haben Girma Human rights lawyer advancing disability justice. Disability drives innovation. Author of Haben: The Deafblind Woman Who Conquered Harvard Law. Learn more Digital safe space created to inspire, heal, educate, celebrate and amplify the voices of black disabled people globally. Dope Black Disabled Learn more Disability Insight Kelly - Disability ally and advocate Helping you know better to do better for the disabled community. Learn more Self-Determination Channel Do you see life as a journey? Are you looking for a path that personally empowers you? We are a group of self-advocates with developmental or intellectual disabilities who believe self-determination is essential to living our best life--the life we all deserve. Learn more News Allies and Activists in the Disability Rights Movement Can non-disabled allies serve in leadership positions of organizations advocating for and serving individuals with disabilities? LEARN MORE “My Human Rights Are Being Violated”: Fighting A Family Guardianship Relationship between Physical Disability and Depression by Gender: A Panel Regression Model ​​The Relationship Between Art and Culture LEARN MORE The Official blog of Social Security, they provide social security news, information, and details for disabled people and help them in the cases of social security. LEARN MORE Free collection of articles about disabilities, published in the New York Times. Marlee Matlin Motivational speaker Oscar Best Actress | Mom of 4, wife of 1 | she/her Learn more Emily Barker "See my work on the 5th floor of the Whitney Bienniel. Incomplete spinal cord injury & CRPS the most painful disease." Learn more Additional Resources Discapacidad y Accesibilidad Killing Disability Inspirations Porn A Day in the Life of a DSP (full video) Self Advocacy How To Practice Self Love General Disability Awareness What Makes an Ideal Direct Support Professional? The Direct Support Professionals Crisis What Is a Direct Support Professional? Using Lifebooks for Self- Advocacy Things Not To Say To A Blind Person Things Not To Say To An Autistic Person Things Not To Say To Someone With Cerebral Palsy Things Not To Say To Someone With Epilepsy Things Not To Say To Someone With Depression Things People With Down's Syndrome Are Tired of Hearing Things Not To Say To Someone With Bipolar Disorder Vice President Harris Meets with Disability Advocates The Daily Moth delivers news in video using American Sign Language. The deaf host, Alex Abenchuchan, covers trending news stories and deaf topics on new shows Monday-Fridays. ​ Deaf News Blog — The Daily Moth Disability Advocates Say The Response To John Fetterman Using Closed Captioning In An Interview As He Recovers From A Stroke Was “Deeply Upsetting” And Stigmatizing. ​ Disability Advocates Say The Response To John Fetterman Using Closed Captioning In An Interview As He Recovers From A Stroke Was “Deeply Upsetting” And Stigmatizing Opening a CalABLE Account is Easier Than You Think 14 Times “Accessible” Design Failed People with Disabilities Oscar’s Final Front ier: Movies Featuring Disabilities Articles on People with disability Articles on Intellectual disability ​ Disability Rights California in Washington D.C. New! End Abuse of People with Disabilities The movement starts here . A project of Active Change. FREE online trainings, webinars and tools. Learn more Disability & Philanthropy Forum Short clips by people with disabilities on different topics. Learn more Logo TV How To Be a Better Ally to the Queer Disabled Community These 4 tips can bring your closer to the disabled people in your life. Marginalized community members—queer people of color, non-binary or genderqueer folks, and the disabled queer community in particular—are often excluded from LGBT representation, raising an essential question: How can we build better communities that actually model the inclusivity we preach? NEW! Observing Disability Pride Month this July Celebrate Persons with Disabilities’ Inherent Dignity and Inalienable Rights July is an occasion to celebrate people with disabilities, honor their inherent dignity and inalienable rights , promote their visibility, and applaud their achievements. What is Disability Pride Month? Why is it in July? LEARN MORE Library Archives

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Advocacy Resources “Nothing about us, without us.” – James Charlton Person-Centered Culture and Practices Library Archives Civil and Human Rights Disability Rights California "Protecting and advancing the rights of individuals with disabilities across California for more than 40 years." Learn More Disability Rights Advocates "To advance the rights, inclusion, and equity of people with disabilities through high-impact litigation, education and advocacy." Learn More Pacific ADA Center "The purpose of the Pacific ADA Center is to build a partnership between the disability community and the general public by enhancing understanding of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) through education and technical assistance." Learn More ADAPT "Defends the right for people with disabilities to live in their own homes and not nursing facilities." ​ "ADAPT strives to promote and embrace of the differences among us, our similar struggles and our shared efforts to shake free those institutions that bind us physically, socially and mentally." Learn More Know Your Rights: Police Interactions for Black and Brown People LGBTQIA+ individuals with disabilities often report feeling isolated from both the LGBTQIA+ and disability communities, as well as a lack of education on issues such as relationships and sexual health that fits their needs. Each month we’ll cover a specific topic, where we’ll share resources, insight and personal stories to learn and grow together as advocates. Topics will be based on the interests and concerns of group members. Learn More Los Angeles LGBT Center "Since 1969 the Los Angeles LGBT Center has cared for, championed, and celebrated LGBT individuals and families in Los Angeles and beyond. Today the Center's nearly 800 employees provide services for more LGBT people than any other organization in the world, offering programs, services, and global advocacy that span four broad categories: Health, Social Services and Housing, Culture and Education, Leadership and Advocacy.” Learn More Bienestar Human Services "Bienestar Human Services is committed to enhancing the health and well-being of the Latino community and other underserved communities. Bienestar accomplishes this through: community education, prevention, mobilization, advocacy and the provision of direct social support services." Learn More Asians and Pacific Islanders with Disabilities of California "Breaking down barriers faced by Asians and Pacific Islanders with disabilities by providing information and education to the community, training young adults to become advocates, and connecting families to resources." Learn More Stanford’s Office of Accessible Education There are a variety of organizations across the country that are dedicated to fostering community for individuals with disabilities who are in higher education. Many of these organizations also address the vital importance of recognizing the intersectionality of disability with other identities an individual may hold. Read More Know Your Rights: Police Interactions for Black and Brown People Black and Brown people are also more likely to be detained, handcuffed, searched, and have police point guns at them. These encounters aren’t just stressful; as history and recent events have shown, they can be deadly. Here is information to let you know what your constitutional rights are during police interactions. Learn More ZigZag Pride 4th Thursday 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM "Empowered space for the Disabled LGBTQ+ community. Celebrate Disability Pride! The group is open to all members of LGBTQ+ community with disabilities." For additional questions & information, send an email to groups@lalgbtcenter.org or call 323-860-7332. Learn More The Color of Autism Foundation Connecting Families to Culturally Competent Support "Our goal is to end the stigma of Autism Spectrum Disorders in communities of color. We are devoted to building efficacy and empowering families to lessen their isolation." Learn More Fiesta Educativa "The mission of Fiesta Educativa Inc. is to provide information and training to Latino families on how to obtain services for all persons with disabilities. ​ Fiesta Educativa (Main Office) 2310 Pasadena Ave., Suite #204 Los Angeles, CA 90031 (323) 221-6696 info@fiestaeducativa.org Learn More Rainbow Group? The Rainbow Group is for people with a developmental disability who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning their sexual identity. We believe it is our responsibility to help people with developmental disabilities be safe in their exploration of their sexuality. Participants discuss the same concerns as other L.G.B.T.Q. people, but they do it in a support system that recognizes their unique perspective. Read More World Institute on Disability (WID) The WID advances the inclusion, rights and justice of people with disabilities with the design and delivery of whole community solutions. We believe in the power of people with disabilities to lead, and that lived experience is critical in creating effective policies, systems, tools, products, and services. Learn More National Disability Organization Resources "The Office of Accessible Education at Stanford University shares a list of national resources and organizations for the disability community that intersects with other communities." Learn More National Coalition for Latinxs with Disabilities "We imagine a society in which the human rights of Latinxs with disabilities are upheld and all their intersecting identities are embraced." Learn More Trans Affirmation Coloring Book If you're transgender, non-binary, or another gender under the wide and wonderful trans umbrella, this book is for you. With ten coloring pages celebrating trans identity, beauty, and relationships, the Trans Affirmation Coloring Book is a reminder to treat yourself kindly, because who you are is amazing. The Trans Affirmation Coloring Book is also available as a free download at gumroad.com/theonicole Click here to download Office of Client's Rights Advocacy (OCRA) For regional center clients call: 1-800-390-7032 (Northern California) 1-916-504-5820 1-866-833-6712 (Southern California) 1-877-669-6023 (TTY) Learn More James Cerebral Palsy Foundation "Our mission is to empower Individuals with disabilities to advocate for themselves by providing them with the resources and training they need to achieve their goal of being their own advocate." Learn More American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities "AAIDD promotes progressive policies, sound research, effective practices, and universal human rights for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities." Learn More Youth for Human Rights A simplified version of the 30 Articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights has been created especially for young people. Learn More Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund Leading national civil rights law and policy center directed by individuals with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities. Learn More Job Accommodation Network Find your answers about workplace accommodations or the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related legislation. Learn More United Nation Department of Economic and Social Affairs Disability Promoting the rights and advancements of the disability community. Learn More Disability and Aging Community Living Advisory Committee Advancing community living, inclusion, and integration across California. Learn More Association of Regional Center Agencies (ARCA) The organization represents California’s network of 21 independent, non-profit regional centers that advocate on behalf of and coordinate services for California’s nearly 400,000 people with developmental disabilities Learn More Voting Outreach Tools Getting Out the Vote Election Accessibility Running for Office Advocacy Tools Learn More Participants Create ‘Our Voices Matter’ Advocacy Group The Our Voices Matter advisory committee, which officially began in early 2022, promotes and advocates for their individual rights, and the rights of all participants who utilize ESSC services. They also support and encourage Person-Centered Culture and Practices (PCCP) within Easterseals Adult Day Services culture with monthly Boot Camp training sessions. Learn More Access Advocates Access Advocates is a team of caring professionals who help you make buildings more accessible per the American’s with Disabilities Act (ADA). We are recognized by the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) as one of the premier companies in the United States dealing with Federal Compliance issues Learn More Intersecting Communities

Fact Sheets and Self-Help Tools Nimm dir Zeit für dich Verarbeitung großer Änderungen Trauma und Stress verarbeiten Priorisierung der Selbstfürsorge Radikale Akzeptanz üben Umgang mit Frustration und Wut Umgang mit dem Worst-Case-Szenario Umgang mit Veränderungen Self-Help Websites HelpGuide VeryWell Mind National Alliance of Mental Illness National Institute of Mental Health Mental Health America Calm WELLNESS Open Door: Open Door is an LGBTQ+ support group for the people who utilize our services. Every First Friday of the month until January 2024, Open Door will be hosting informational webinars which will focus on LGBTQ+ culture, language, inclusion and history. See the Flyer Download the Presentation Ask a Question Kostenlose Telefonleitungen Institut für alternde Freundschaftslinie: 1-800-971-0016 Die gebührenfreie 24-Stunden-Friendship-Hotline ist die einzige akkreditierte Krisentelefonnummer des Landes für Menschen ab 60 Jahren und Erwachsene mit Behinderungen Peer-Run Warm Line: 1-800-971-0016 Nicht-Notfall-Ressource für jeden in Kalifornien, der emotionale Unterstützung sucht, geleitet von der San Francisco Mental Health Association Achtsamkeits-Apps Zusätzliche Ressourcen

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View More Zoom Learning Center "The Zoom Learning Center is a free educational platform for all users, no matter your account type or user role. The Learning Center offers a growing list of on-demand courses, live training, and short videos designed to give you just what you need when you need it. Whether you’re a new user looking for help joining your first meeting, or a Zoom Administrator setting up Zoom Phones." Start Learning Zoom Community "The Zoom Community provides a place for our users to find answers, seek support, and receive guidance from fellow Zoom users." Start Connecting View More Zoom Support "We understand how important Zoom products are for keeping you connected at work, school, and in your personal life. To help maximize your experience, Zoom Support provides many self-help resources to ensure your questions are answered." Get Support View More Welcome to our Zoom Resources collection! The Virtual Community uses Zoom for our virtual programming. It is recommended that you download the app in order participate in the live events. Below is a list of tools, resources, and tutorials to help you get started. Breakout Rooms Screen Sharing Using Virtual Backgrounds Changing Your Display Name Getting Started with Zoom Zoom Resources Zoom Knowledge Base "Troubleshoot technical issues and access support resources by searching our knowledge base articles." Start Searching Changing Your Display Name What is a Display Name? This is the name that appears on your profile across the Zoom platform, such as your profile card and in meetings and webinars. ​ We recommend that you change your display name to include your first name and last initial when joining a live event. This way we know who you are and how to address you! Video Tutorials What is Zoom and how do I use it? Zoom is a FREE video conferencing tool that we use to host online classes. Zoom will work on any desktop computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone. You can sign up for a free Zoom account at http://zoom.us . ​ After you are signed in, just click on any of the "Click to Join" buttons at the time of your live event to join in. You will be asked to turn on your video and audio - We love to see your faces but you do not have to turn on video. We recommend turning on audio so that you can hear us and we can hear you. Getting Started with Zoom Helpful Articles Getting Started with Zoom "Everything you need to get started with Zoom. From downloading and installing the Zoom client for your device to instructions for using our video conference platform." See Article Getting Started Guide for New Users "This quick start guide walks you through getting started with your new Zoom account, including essential steps like scheduling your first meeting, downloading the Zoom client, and updating your Zoom profile." See Article Getting Started Changing Display Name Using Virtual Backgrounds What are Virtual Backgrounds? The Virtual Background feature in Zoom allows you to display an image or video as your background during a Zoom meeting. This can provide you with more privacy or give your regular video meeting a visual flair. Download Virtual Community Workshop Presentation: Changing Your Zoom Background Using Virtual Backgrounds Screen Sharing What is Screen Sharing? Screen Sharing is a feature in Zoom that allows the host and/or participants to share their screen with the rest of the meeting participants. Screen Sharing can be an easy way to show others images, videos, articles, or presentations. ​ ​ Download Virtual Community Workshop Presentation: Screen Sharing Screen Sharing Breakout Rooms What are Breakout Rooms? Breakout rooms allow you to split your Zoom meeting in up to 50 separate sessions. The meeting host can choose to split the participants of the meeting into these separate sessions automatically or manually, or they can allow participants to select and enter breakout sessions as they please. ​ ​ Download Virtual Community Workshop Presentation: Zoom Breakout Rooms Breakout Rooms

Our Voices Matter Calendar E-mail us Peers, we are here for you! We will listen, support and advocate for and with you. Associates we have lived experience, ask us. About Our Voices Matter is the official Easterseals ADS Advisory Committee.

CONTACT US Contact Us Address 1063 McGaw Ave, Suite 100. Irvine CA 92614 Home Hauptsitz: (714) 834-1111 Virtual Community Direct: (714) 616-5674 Adresse 1063 McGaw Ave, Suite 100. Irvine CA 92614 E-Mail virtualcommunity@essc.org Phone Mail Email virtualcommunity@essc.org Danke fürs Einreichen! Bitte erlauben Sie 1-2 Werktage für die Antwort. Senden Andere Standorte: Glockenblumen-Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 10358 Artesia Boulevard, Glockenblume, CA 90706 Brea Senior Dienstleistungen: 3100 E Birch St, Brea, CA 92821 714.672.0343 Cerritos Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 11110 Artesia Blvd, Suite C., Cerritos, CA 90703 562.860.7270 Tagesservice für Erwachsene in Culver City: 6076 Bristol Parkway, Suite 106, Culver City, CA 90230 310.645.0642 El Centro Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 453 W. Main Street, El Centro, CA 92243 760.482.2777 Escondido Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 401 S. Ivy Street, Escondido, CA 92025 760.737.3990 Gröden Tagesangebote für Erwachsene: 14800, 10, 20 Crenshaw Blvd, Gardena, CA 90247 310.516.8305 1919 W. Redondo Beach Blvd., Suite 103, Gardena, CA 90247 310.329.1161 Glendale Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 662 W. Broadway, Glendale, CA 91204 818.551.0128 710 W. Broadway, Glendale, CA 91204 818.551.0128 Glendora Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 1223-27 E. Route 66, Glendora, CA 91740 626.856.1601 Lancaster-Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 444480 20th Street West Side A, Lancaster, CA 93536 661.723.3414 Tagesservice für Erwachsene in La Tijera: 7910 La Tijera Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90046 310.649.5731 ​ ​ ​ Tagesservice für Erwachsene in der National City: 22 West 35th Street, Ste. 109, National City, CA 91950 619.409.9400 Norwalk-Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 13901 Pioneer Blvd, Norwalk, CA 90650 562.868.7410 Pacoima-Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 11350 Glenoaks Blvd., Pacoima, CA 91331 818.855.1157 Überragende Tagesleistungen für Erwachsene: 16420 & 16424 Orange Ave, Paramount, CA 90723 562.486.3600 Redondo Beach Seniorenservice: 3007 Vail Ave, Redondo Beach, CA 90278 310.214.6963 Tagesservice für Erwachsene am Flussufer: 1737 Atlanta Ave, Einheit H9, Riverside, CA 92507 951.248.4873 San Pedro Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 1453 W. 8th St Suite A&B, San Pedro, CA 90732 310.831.5902 Santa Ana Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 1570 E. 17th St, Santa Ana, CA 92705 714.672.0866 Tagesdienste für Erwachsene in Torrance: 1740 W. Carson St, Torrance, CA 310.328.6974 2251 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503 310.618.9527 Van Nuys Tagesservice für Erwachsene: 16605 Sherman Way, Van Nuys, CA 91406 818.855.1157 Tagesservice für Erwachsene in West Covina: 837 W Christopher St., Suite B, West Covina, CA 91790 626.856.1601 Regionale Zentren: Regionalzentrum im Osten von Los Angeles: https://www.elarc.org/ ​ Frank D. Lanterman Regionalzentrum : https://www.lanterman.org/ ​ Regionalzentrum Hafen: https://www.harborrc.org/ ​ Regionalzentrum Binnenland: https://www.inlandrc.org/ ​ Regionalzentrum Kern: https://kernrc.org/ ​ Regionalzentrum Nord-Los Angeles: https://www.nlacrc.org/ ​ Regionalzentrum Orange County: https://www.rcodd.com/ ​ Regionalzentrum von San Diego: https://www.sdrc.org/ ​ Regionalzentrum San Gabriel Pomona: https://www.sgprc.org/ ​ Regionalzentrum South Central Los Angeles: https://sclarc.org/ ​ Regionalzentrum Westside: https://westsiderc.org/

Person-Centered Culture and Practices Community Blog A safe and inclusive space for Easterseals Southern California Adult Day Services (ESSC ADS). ​ A community blog for all at Easters eals Adult Day Services. A place where you can express yourself, share your knowledge, create joy and much more. Code of Conduct Be kind. We are all struggling with something. Be respectful. We may be part of the same community, but we all have different life experiences. Let’s learn from one another. No bullying, threats, violence, or hate speech. Degrading comments or harassment of any kind will NOT be tolerated. No adult content. Absolutely no nudity. No illegal drugs. No self-harm or violent material. Do not share misinformation. Do not share copyrighted or trademark material. If any member violates any of the above guidelines a warning will be given along with training related to the violation. Any member violating any guideline for a second time will be removed from our community. ​ If you feel you are being bullied, harassed or someone is making threats to you, please email Lendy Ruano at: lendy.ruano@essc.org or call 818-306-6752 . Easterseals Camp is a week-long fully accessible camp experience held at YMCA Camp Oakes in Big Bear, which is fully accredited through the American Camp Association, and offers people with disabilities the same excitement and activities available at other camps. Discover More Camp Oakes… a place for people with disabilities. A place where those people with disabilities become campers. And a place where those campers get to do things that people without disabilities do all the time. This is a place where people are not judged on anything- by their looks, what they say, or what they do. This is a place where people are loved- unconditionally. They are also loved because they all have something to teach, not only with the counselors and staff, but with each other as well. My first time going to that camp opened my eyes and changed the person I was inside and out. I saw how everyone was being treated and I realized that all I wanted all these years was… to be treated like everyone else. The staff are wonderful and they understand what these campers need. This is the best experience I ever had. I always want to go to camp, no matter what the cost. As a friend once said, your disability disappears when you are up there at camp. And it's true! My first year up there, I felt like my disability disappeared. Every year when I go home, I keep saying "I want to go back, I want to go back." Not only did the other campers teach me that when you put your mind to do something anything is possible, but so did the directors and the counselors. Camp Oakes has become my home and the directors, counselors and campers have become my family. Thank you all for making me a part of your family. I love you all! ​ Lora Glassman Easterseals Camp participant and Associate of the Disability Thrive Initiative Project. Let's Us Speak For Ourselves... I have had multiple times of the same experience of where people would talk to my mom (or someone who was with me) instead of me directly; or ask a question about me and my mom (or that other person) would say the same thing the mom in the article did. People need to be educated that not all people who have a disability can’t talk or can’t communicate in some way. People also need to understand that people who have a disability are people too and are not people to be feared or cast aside because they are different. Read the article Lora Glassman Easterseals participant and Associate of the Disability Thrive Initiative Project Lora is a unique individual, who was born with a rare brain abnormality called Schizencephaly . Doctors’ told her parents, she would have limited mental capacity and would never be independent. Lora’s parents looked at their six-month-old daughter and thought otherwise, deciding there, that doctors did not know everything. They pursued early intervention and full-inclusion in public schools. Despite having five surgeries by the time she was 10, Lora remained a happy, upbeat kid. Lora is a college graduated, she has her Bachelor’s degree in Radio, Television and Film and has appeared in several television shows. She also serves as a spokesperson for the organization by being an Easterseals Ambassador. She rode on the Easterseals 100th anniversary float in the Rose Parade; spoke at numerous fundraisers and shares the Easterseals mission at various events. Lora’s belief is: “ We’re different, but the same at the same time. ” I have a Voice I have a voice because I can see. I have a voice because I can feel. I have a voice because I can move. I have a voice because you do too. I have a voice because I'm alive. And I matter too. Preeti Subramaniam Read the Article This Is What Being a Mom With a Disability - Who Still 'Does it All' - Actually Looks Like Meet some incredible women who prove that motherhood is just as valid and beautiful no matter what their abilities are -- or aren't. Read the Article Learning Disabilities and Disorders Does your child struggle with school? Do they dread reading out loud, writing an essay, or tackling math? Here’s how to recognize the signs of different types of learning disorders. Read the Article I Overcame Domestic Violence Despite My Disability Please, if you’re in a violent situation, know you aren’t alone. The hardest part is taking the step to get help , with a group trained to give the help necessary. You are stronger than you think, and deserve better. After 9 months of supporting Our Voices Matter, I finally had the opportunity to meet Our Voices Matter President, Betty. Thank you to Carlos Guillen for inviting me to join your Harvest Brunch and giving me the opportunity to meet Betty. ​ Lendy Ruano ​ "My name is Betty, I was born on December 5, 1989 the moment I was received from my mom the doctor pulled me out by the head, I believed that was how I was born disabled In the beginning of my life, it did not affect my upbringing or me. It was my mom who found out of my disability when I was little. I used to walk on my toes, which my parents thought was normal until, they took me to the doctor. The doctor said to my parents that I have a learning disability and it was going to take time for me to learn things like reading and how to process things that most will know how. As for the Cerebral Palsy it was shown by my first operation when I was little, the sign was shown by my legs the doctor said that they were able to fix only one leg, I felt something bad will happen which was that the doctor couldn’t help me ​ Before I had surgery, I had six doctors put me down by putting an oxygen mask on me from that moment I don’t remember how the surgery went After the surgery I still lived a happy normal childhood I ran, walked and simply being a kid until I got older my legs began to get weaken, from there I went to leg therapy and I was introduced to my legs braces for the first time and then a walker. One day I was in my wheelchair in the park with my classmates and my teacher took me aside telling me that she believed that I could walk again and she encouraged me to get out of my wheelchair. I got off my wheelchair, I took two or three steps I did have an assistant with me but when I took those steps I was happy since that day I was walking with my braces walker and then more years passed my legs were getting weaker than stronger Then I began to gained weight then one day I was in my early teens I decided to get up and didn’t use my braces or my walker I decided to walk with neither of them, I wanted to prove to myself, that I didn’t needed I walked in my kitchen to grab juice when I grabbed it I was so proud of myself. I knew what I wanted to do in my life, I wanted to be an advocate for children who couldn’t find their voices. It started when my dad laughed at another child with a disability and my mom turned to him and told him to be quiet, how dare you laugh at that child you might as well laugh at your own child. In my inner thoughts I said yea dad are you laughing at me too I began to cry quietly when my mom made eye contact with me I told her I’ll want to be a hand for those who are like me. My mom said, daughter I know why you want to be that, you are tired of others laughing at you and your friends I think it’s a good idea. Then my mom said daughter I know that others and dad will not say sorry because he’s not laughing at you but you felt he was laughing at you then my mom says sorry that I heard my dad laughing then that was that. Despite of my trials I know I will be able to walk with my braces and walker or without them. Stop putting me and my peeps down it’s time to have our voices heard." - Beatriz Partida (Prefers Betty) Can You? Poem by: Priscilla Gonzales Lancaster, CA ADS What PCCP means to me ... Many people suffer in silence, abused sometimes physically, sometimes economically, and others that hurt too much to mention. Mentally abused, many times by those deemed caregivers and even family, which can lead to self-abuse, as if just being was not already a difficult enough struggle in this society. ​ PCCP to me is a wakeup call for justice, one community, freedom and respect of the disabled community. A call to the end of various human rights violations and denial of simple citizens privileges like a ramp to enter a public building. It means a call for the end of that lingering and selfish ableism self-delusional mentality and stares of disdain from our fearful society. A chance for self- motivation, self-modulation, self-improvement, self-investment, and most important self-empowerment, self-love, and self-reliance. ​ William Ramirez, LSC, Hollywood/Glendale II ESSC ADS - 18 years 10 months Daily Communal Gathering 12 PM and 6 PM (EST) Monday through Saturday Peer to Peer Support for Any All Lives Matter ​ Free digital peer support for anyone, anywhere. 18+. 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For additional questions & information, send an email to groups@lalgbtcenter.org or call 323-860-7332. Learn More The Color of Autism Foundation Connecting Families to Culturally Competent Support "Our goal is to end the stigma of Autism Spectrum Disorders in communities of color. We are devoted to building efficacy and empowering families to lessen their isolation." Learn More Fiesta Educativa "The mission of Fiesta Educativa Inc. is to provide information and training to Latino families on how to obtain services for all persons with disabilities. ​ Fiesta Educativa (Main Office) 2310 Pasadena Ave., Suite #204 Los Angeles, CA 90031 (323) 221-6696 info@fiestaeducativa.org Learn More Rainbow Group? The Rainbow Group is for people with a developmental disability who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning their sexual identity. We believe it is our responsibility to help people with developmental disabilities be safe in their exploration of their sexuality. Participants discuss the same concerns as other L.G.B.T.Q. people, but they do it in a support system that recognizes their unique perspective. Read More World Institute on Disability (WID) The WID advances the inclusion, rights and justice of people with disabilities with the design and delivery of whole community solutions. We believe in the power of people with disabilities to lead, and that lived experience is critical in creating effective policies, systems, tools, products, and services. Learn More National Disability Organization Resources "The Office of Accessible Education at Stanford University shares a list of national resources and organizations for the disability community that intersects with other communities." Learn More National Coalition for Latinxs with Disabilities "We imagine a society in which the human rights of Latinxs with disabilities are upheld and all their intersecting identities are embraced." Learn More Trans Affirmation Coloring Book If you're transgender, non-binary, or another gender under the wide and wonderful trans umbrella, this book is for you. With ten coloring pages celebrating trans identity, beauty, and relationships, the Trans Affirmation Coloring Book is a reminder to treat yourself kindly, because who you are is amazing. The Trans Affirmation Coloring Book is also available as a free download at gumroad.com/theonicole Click here to download Office of Client's Rights Advocacy (OCRA) For regional center clients call: 1-800-390-7032 (Northern California) 1-916-504-5820 1-866-833-6712 (Southern California) 1-877-669-6023 (TTY) Learn More James Cerebral Palsy Foundation "Our mission is to empower Individuals with disabilities to advocate for themselves by providing them with the resources and training they need to achieve their goal of being their own advocate." Learn More American Association on Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities "AAIDD promotes progressive policies, sound research, effective practices, and universal human rights for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities." Learn More Youth for Human Rights A simplified version of the 30 Articles of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights has been created especially for young people. Learn More Disability Rights Education & Defense Fund Leading national civil rights law and policy center directed by individuals with disabilities and parents who have children with disabilities. Learn More Job Accommodation Network Find your answers about workplace accommodations or the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and related legislation. Learn More United Nation Department of Economic and Social Affairs Disability Promoting the rights and advancements of the disability community. Learn More Disability and Aging Community Living Advisory Committee Advancing community living, inclusion, and integration across California. Learn More Association of Regional Center Agencies (ARCA) The organization represents California’s network of 21 independent, non-profit regional centers that advocate on behalf of and coordinate services for California’s nearly 400,000 people with developmental disabilities Learn More Voting Outreach Tools Getting Out the Vote Election Accessibility Running for Office Advocacy Tools Learn More Participants Create ‘Our Voices Matter’ Advocacy Group The Our Voices Matter advisory committee, which officially began in early 2022, promotes and advocates for their individual rights, and the rights of all participants who utilize ESSC services. They also support and encourage Person-Centered Culture and Practices (PCCP) within Easterseals Adult Day Services culture with monthly Boot Camp training sessions. 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Top of Page About Announcements How to A person smiling wide sitting in front of a computer A group of five people gathered together looking ahead and smiling A person smiling wide sitting in front of a computer 1/2 Willkommen in unserer virtuellen Community. Wir sind froh, dass du hier bist! About our Virtual Community Die Virtual Community ist eine digitale Ressource zum Lernen, Verbinden und Zugreifen auf Informationen und Lehrinhalte, die für Einzelpersonen und Mitarbeiter von Easterseals Southern California erstellt wurden. Verwenden Sie diese Site, um sicher und aus der Ferne auf Veranstaltungen und Aktivitäten zuzugreifen. Obwohl Einzelpersonen und Mitarbeiter möglicherweise nicht am selben physischen Standort sind, können Besucher einen Kurs besuchen oder eine Aktivität genießen, indem sie auf Online-Ressourcen zu einer Vielzahl von Themen zugreifen. ​ Erkunden Sie die Registerkarten für eine Liste von Kursen, Aktivitäten und Veranstaltungen, die Sie in Verbindung, engagiert und inspiriert halten! About Meet Valeria Disability Pride Month 2024 - "Pridelights" Look back on July 2024 Disability Pridelights! The Virtual Community celebrated disability ride all month long, by highlighting individuals from our community. Hear from different advocates as they talk about themselves, and about disability pride and what it means to them. Announcements and Upcoming Events The Virtual Community Live Events will be paused on Monday, September 2, 2023, in recognition of Labor Day. We will resume programming on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Labor Day Closure See events schedule We are excited to announce a Virtual Community Update! This update features a new way of securing our Live Events page for only our ESSC participants and associates. We have English and Spanish resources available to help prepare you for this update including... • 4 Step How-To Guide • Video Instructions • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Sheet Virtual Community UPDATE See our resources and more... Did you know that Easterseals loans technology? You can receive an iPad, laptop, or JayPad if you belong to one of the following Regional Centers: • Harbor • North Los Angeles • East Los Angeles • Frank D Lanterman • San Gabriel/Pomona Technology Lending Library See Flyer Announcements How do I use this site? The ESSC Virtual Community works anywhere on any device. From mobile phones and tablets, to laptops and PCs, you can access the tools and files that inspire self-paced learning, collaboration and connections. ​ Click on a subject button below to find more resources related to that topic of interest. Exercise Wellness Cooking & Nutrition Writing Art Just For Fun Technology Safety Advocacy How to COVID-19 Was ist COVID-19? Es ist eine grippeähnliche Krankheit, die sich auf der ganzen Welt ausgebreitet hat. Es wird auch Coronavirus genannt. ​ Wie bekommen Sie es? Jemand mit COVID-19 gibt Ihnen seine Keime. Wenn sie husten oder niesen, gelangen ihre Keime in die Luft, auf Sie und auf Dinge. Keime gelangen über Mund, Nase und Augen in Ihren Körper. ​ Was passiert, wenn Sie es haben? Fieber von 100,4° oder höher, Husten, Atemnot. Wenn Ihnen diese Dinge passieren, bedeutet dies nicht, dass Sie an Coronavirus erkrankt sind. Viele Menschen bekommen Fieber oder Husten. Sie könnten nur eine Erkältung oder Grippe haben. RUFEN SIE IHREN ARZT AN, wenn Sie diese Symptome haben. ​ Warum müssen wir drinnen bleiben? Wir können das Virus auch dann übertragen, wenn wir keine Anzeichen zeigen. Es ist wichtig, jetzt drinnen zu bleiben, da der Gouverneur gebeten hat, die Ausbreitung des Virus zu verhindern. Wenn wir nach draußen gehen müssen, um Lebensmittel einzukaufen oder einen Spaziergang zu machen, halten Sie im Freien mindestens 1,80 m Abstand zu anderen Menschen Find us on Facebook Social