Natural disasters, unforeseen accidents, or sudden disruptions can strike at any moment, leaving us vulnerable in an emergency. An emergency kit becomes a lifeline during critical moments, providing vital supplies and resources that can make a crucial difference between being safe or putting yourself at risk. In honor of National Preparedness Month, the Ability Tools…
Michelle Rosado, Program Coordinator II, and & Victor Mendoza, Membership & Logistics Administrator, for California Foundation for Independent Living Centers It’s that time of the year again where students are recharged and ready for the new school year. Being prepared and having the right tools is important so that students can thrive and succeed in…
It’s no secret that as we age the way we move through our spaces can change, considerations regarding navigating spaces can also be true for people with disabilities at any age. Making our homes accessible is one of the most important investments we can make. Hiring a reliable and skilled contractor can make all the…
Disability Pride Month, celebrated every July, provides an opportunity to honor the history, achievements, experiences, and struggles of the disability community. By recognizing the historical significance of Disability Pride in the fight for rights and acceptance, celebrating Assistive Technology (AT) during this month highlights the progress made and emphasizes the ongoing need to advocate for…
Spring is a season of renewal, of fresh starts and new beginnings. And in the spirit of transformation we have gathered some helpful resources and ideas to ease the burden of Spring Cleaning and simplify the process of decluttering our physical and mental spaces! Because lets all face it- Less mess equals less stress! Combat…
Disabled Resources Center (DRC) in Long Beach, California assisted a gentleman named Noah in obtaining a Pocketalker for his hearing needs. He wrote a lovely letter thanking them for their services, which was showcased in the 2019 Thanksgiving edition of the Where It’s AT Blog titled Thankful For my Pockettalker (And My Friendly AT Advocate).…
Buying the right holiday gift for a loved one can be a real challenge, even in years with less environmental challenges. If you are still struggling to find the perfect last minute gift, let Where It’s AT Give you a helping hand for the holidays. Barbie® Fashionista dolls have a focus on diversity of representation,…
Assistive Tools Recommended by People with SMA In honor of Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) Awareness Month, we asked two of our friends (and Disability community leaders!) to share the tools and gadgets that makes it possible to live independently. What is Spinal Muscular Atrophy?Spinal muscular atrophy (SMA) is a genetic disorder characterized by weakness and wasting…
Andy Arias is on the move. He’s a Policy Advisor at US Department of Labor, a very active advocate in both the disability and the LGBTQ communities. Also, he’s known an actor whose credits can be found on IMDb, also known as Internet Movie Database. None of these roles would be possible for Andy without the…
Written By: Liz Pazdral, Executive Director of the State Independent Living Council (SILC) and Madeleine’s Mom If you are living with a disability, you know that modifying tasks is the key to success. This Mother’s Day, I would like to identify some Assistive Technology I used to successfully mother when my daughter was a baby.…